[DaveESL]

For me, one thing I really appreciate as a teacher is a combination of flexibility and support. I want there to be some sort of curriculum or framework in place, so that I don't need to jump in and begin making all of my materials from scratch. At the same time, as I become comfortable with a place, I'd like some freedom in terms of how I conduct my classes.

Right now, my job sort of gives me that. Basically, I teach at a mediocre college. They threw some textbooks at me, but nobody pays any attention at all to whether I use them or not. My last job, at an IEP in Hawaii was much better in terms of providing institutional support. They also allowed a great deal of flexibility and material development, though.

Anyways. My two cents.
Dave