Beginning research on Becoming an International Teacher: Do you have the necessary qualifications?

I chose the image above for this blog, as well as my website, as I believe deeply that by even investigating the idea of searching for international teaching jobs, you have done something great. You have looked for a life whereby adventure is at the forefront when teaching overseas. Many people do not feel thatContinue reading “Beginning research on Becoming an International Teacher: Do you have the necessary qualifications?”

Settling in: Part 3 Building your home

With the rush and busyness of the first few days, which roll into weeks, it’s easy to lose sight of yourself and your needs. This can be compounded if you are also settling in your family to a new location, home and school. In my book I highlight small changes you can make to ensureContinue reading “Settling in: Part 3 Building your home”

Preparing for Relocation: again

“The only thing that really worries me at the minute is the flight”, my daughter shared with me this morning. Always the problem-solver, this was easily rectified by showing her the aircraft walk through and entertainment choices. Now she is excited. But with 16 days left to fly, my worries are very different. I willContinue reading “Preparing for Relocation: again”

Action Research Project featured in Chartered College of Teaching Journal, Impact

It was quite a process, but I was delighted to find my article, co-authored with Gillian Smith, my Assistant Head, published in this issue of the Impact journal. It details our discoveries of our on-going action research project, addressing the needs of young, EAL learners. This article can help those international teachers working in anContinue reading “Action Research Project featured in Chartered College of Teaching Journal, Impact”