Should I stay or should I go? You don't need to be a fan of The Clash to have this question reverberating in your head. Sometimes we think that jumping from position to position is not good and looks terrible on a cv. And that is true to a degree.…...
School leaders: 5 key messages to communicate to parents
School leaders: 5 key messages to communicate to parents The shift to online learning and uncertainty as to when schools will open and what that will look like has generated a lot of worry amongst parents. It is crucial that school leaders use their communication channels to get across messages…...
Promotion in International Schools
Tired of being passed over for promotion despite putting in the long hours? Disillusioned with the preference for promotion based on length on service and not merit? You may find your professional horizons broadened with a move to an international school. The potential for promotion can be greater in international…...
Tips to help you settle into a new school year
It's your first few days in a new school and in a new country and it's a daunting experience. You’ve hardly had time to catch your breath and the jetlag is just about subsiding. You’re still settling into your new home, but the gas hasn’t been connected yet and you’ve…...
5 things to consider before teaching abroad
Relocation Cost Yes, most positions will offer sun, a tax free salary and numerous travel opportunities, but have you considered the costs in teaching abroad? There are obvious costs, such as baggage fees and removals, but also some hidden ones such as attestations of your degrees, health checks, visa costs…...
The Trailing Spouse
There are many new terms that you will come across upon entering the world of international education and expat living.“Third Culture Kid”; “Global Nomad”; “Hardship post”; and “Cultureshock” are but a few. Perhaps one of the most common is the term “Trailing Spouse”. What is a Trailing Spouse? Trailing…...
International School Accommodation- 10 questions to ask
International school accommodation- 10 questions to ask How many jobs that you know of (other than the President or Prime Minister of your country) have housing included in the benefits package? One of the main reasons for International teaching is that, in many regions, accommodation is included in the salary…...
Dress Code in International Schools
Dress Code in international schools. Some of the most frequent questions asked by teachers embarking on a career in an international school is about school dress codes, not least because a move to another country presents a packing nightmare! Standards of dress code First off, there is no one standard…...
CV tips for international school teachers
So, you’ve decided to take the plunge and apply for jobs overseas? The first step is to ensure that your CV does its job- which is to get you interviews. School principals often have to sift through hundreds of applications, so a well-crafted CV will help you get noticed. Here…...
Surviving…and thriving at a Job Fair
Surviving…and thriving at a Job Fair Confused by all the instructions sent to you by the organizers? How do you ask for an interview slot with a school at signup? What are the must have questions you need to ask? How much time do you have to mull over that…...