His age and race have NOTHING to do with his teaching ability. However, unfortunately, not all countries and schools agree. I am 50 - in South Korea, that eliminates me from some jobs. My wife is Asian - despite her very good English and teaching ability, that eliminates her from some jobs.

The reason that question was asked was so that the responder could help Ryan get a job. Jack, I agree that Ryan's age and race should have NOTHING to do with his getting a job, but, unfortunately, there are schools and countries that use those as exclusive categories.