Tattoos
From TEFL World Wiki
The attitude towards teachers with Tattoos varies according to country.
In many countries tattoos were often used in the past as signalling membership of a criminal gang (e.g. the Yakuza in Japan or the Mafia in Italy). Whilst we are more familiar with images of popstars or sports stars with tattoos, that prejudice has still not entirely disappeared so if you can cover it then you will likely find it much easier to get a job and less hassle all round.
And if you got the job without an interview, then do not be surprised if your boss asks you to cover your tattoos before you come into school.
Country by Country
- Japan - taboo so cover them if you can
- Thailand - tattoos are looked down upon and should be covered if you can.
