The Offer Part 2: Considerations before accepting the international teaching job offer

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”

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”

Follow on: Living where you used to holiday

Following on from last week’s blog, whereby we looked at where in the world to work, in both my book and blog I shared that it is worthwhile being careful of living somewhere where you used to holiday.Fast forward to this weekend in Ko Samet, Thailand. I experienced returning to a place I once holidayed.Continue reading “Follow on: Living where you used to holiday”

Preparing for international teaching jobs: expanding your CV

In this blog, I will discuss preparations for teaching abroad which could help your application. All quotes are taken directly from Becoming a Successful International Teacher, which is currently priced highly competitively across all world markets of Amazon and through other online retailers. When you apply for an international teaching role in a British School,Continue reading “Preparing for international teaching jobs: expanding your CV”

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?”

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”