In my previous blog I mentioned a few considerations in terms of the job offer. This blog will be an expansion of this, as really in terms of your move, this is the biggest decision you will make! This will be my last blog until spring, as offers begin to come now and will continueContinue reading “The Offer Part 2: Considerations before accepting the international teaching job offer”
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The Teaching Job Offer: What should you expect?
This blog focus is the offer and contract. As many international teachers are attending job fairs or receiving offers through applications at this time, it is important to know what should be part of your international teaching contract. The contracts can vary from school to school, however you can expect: You can also expect, OUTSIDEContinue reading “The Teaching Job Offer: What should you expect?”
Guest blogs : What to expect from induction and how to settle
To begin the New Year I am including two guest blogs from Sarah Tate of TeacherRecruit. She interviewed me just before Christmas and our ideas are combined in these blogs. I hope you find them useful. https://www.teacherrecruit.com/blog/MjE/what-to-expect-when-you-arrive-at-your-new-school/ https://www.teacherrecruit.com/blog/MjI/the-importance-of-effective-induction-for-international-teachers/
International Teacher Recruitment: Interviews
So your application was successful and you are on to the next step – the interview. In this blog I will outline what an interview may involve and a few tips to support you. To read more about international school teaching jobs interviews, check my guide, ‘The Application Process’. In this chapter I speak aboutContinue reading “International Teacher Recruitment: Interviews”
Cover Letter: do’s and dont’s
Having crafted the perfect CV (see my previous blog) or filled in the application form, the next stage in completing an application is the cover letter. Do not be fooled thinking this is just a short introduction for the CV. The cover letter is extremely important when demonstrating your interest and suitability for the school.Continue reading “Cover Letter: do’s and dont’s”
New Pathways in Recruitment Teacher Recruit: the App
Last week, I was fortunate to come across a LinkedIn post from Sarah Tate explaining the launch of her new recruitment app, Teacher Recruit at FOBISIA Bangkok. As ever curious, I messaged her to find out more. Later the same week, we held a discussion in which she provided more details about this innovative appContinue reading “New Pathways in Recruitment Teacher Recruit: the App”
Action for Happiness: Bringing positivity back into your life
I have taken a break from my usual recruitment break to share an excellent resource with you. Having taken this time away from working in schools, I have been surrounded by a new group of friends (not teachers) and I have noticed, more than anything else, how positive they are. Yet when I met aContinue reading “Action for Happiness: Bringing positivity back into your life”
Getting Recruited at an International School: Spotlight on True Teaching
“In its relationship with clients and educators, True Teaching embodies ethical and honest practices in its effort to ensure dedicated Educators are placed in front of classrooms everywhere. True Teaching aims to improve the quality of education in schools around the world by putting the best Educators in schools that match their aspirations, values andContinue reading “Getting Recruited at an International School: Spotlight on True Teaching”
Developing your CV: International Schools
Earlier this year I published a blog, “Preparing for International Schools: expanding your CV”, where the emphasis was on how to increase your chances at being hired at an international school. In this blog, I offer more detail about your “bare-bones” CV where certainly for British Schools, you would be likely to cut and pasteContinue reading “Developing your CV: International Schools”
The Application Process for International Schools: Finding a Good Fit
Finding a Good Fit. In my opinion, this is the most important aspect of the job hunt. “As you research a school [in preparation for an application], ask yourself: is this a place where I would be happy to live and work for at least two years?” (Gosling, 2021, p.51) Keep in mind your personalContinue reading “The Application Process for International Schools: Finding a Good Fit”
New to International Teaching with Jess Gosling 