In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I chat with Jem, a fellow Aussie English teacher who traded the small town of Alora, Queensland, for the vibrant culture of Spain. Jem shares her journey from living in a town of fewer than 2,000 people to moving abroad, teaching English, and adapting to life in Europe.

🔑 Key Highlights:

• 🌍 Small-Town Beginnings: Jem’s journey from rural Queensland to teaching English in Spain and how her small-town upbringing shaped her global perspective.

• 🏫 Teaching English Abroad: Learn about the challenges and rewards of teaching Aussie English in a foreign country, including how the pandemic changed Jem’s career trajectory.

• 🇫🇷 Cultural Barriers: Jem discusses her time in France, the cultural misunderstandings she faced, and why Spain eventually felt like home.

• 🌐 Reverse Culture Shock: Hear how travelling back and forth between Australia and Spain led to surprising feelings of reverse culture shock and what it’s like to stay connected to Australian roots while living abroad.

• 🧠 Learning a New Language: Jem’s experience with learning Spanish and how it impacted her approach to teaching English as a second language.

Whether you're thinking about teaching English abroad, curious about life in Spain, or looking to learn more about adapting to new cultures, this episode offers a wealth of insights and inspiration.

Tune in to hear Jem’s story of adventure, adaptation, and global teaching!

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Where to find Jem:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aussiewithjem