Dreaming big: Our decision to teach abroad, part 2
Moving abroad and starting over in a new country is one of the most nerve-wracking yet exhilarating adventures ever. If you’re thinking about teaching abroad with a family but wonder whether it’s the right choice for you, Ryne’s story is essential reading. Just make sure you check out part 1 here first! Opportunity knocks One […]
The perfect teach abroad candidate: 5 qualities schools look for
Hiring schools abroad often receive hundreds of applications for each vacancy they’ve posted. And because great schools are built on great teachers, they’re very committed to making the right hire and usually have a pretty good idea of what they want more of at their school. So, what are these highly coveted qualities that make […]
A new teacher’s perspective on teaching abroad
Back in 2009, newly-qualified teachers were graduating in their droves, only to be greeted by a global financial crisis. In Dublin, Ireland, I was one of those teachers. Filled to the brim with enthusiasm, drive and passion to make an impact in my very own classroom, yet faced with the reality of unemployment and a […]
Dreaming big: Our decision to teach abroad, part 1
As my wife Grace and I approached ten years of marriage, we started to look back on some of our dreams and goals that we had hoped to accomplish together. Goal #1: Start a family Being parents was always our number one dream. As I’m sure anyone with children can relate, the perception of parenthood […]
Teaching in the Middle East with your family: Kuwait vs Dubai (With job postings)
While many teachers dream of living abroad, they can often feel scared to make such a big life change. That change can feel even more daunting when you’re relocating with your family. Despite the potential hurdles you might encounter on the way, though, there are so many great reasons to raise your family abroad. […]
Alumni series: Anchen on living and teaching in Abu Dhabi
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), home to some of the most high-paying teaching jobs in the world, is a perennially attractive prospect for certified international teachers. If you’re thinking about teaching in the UAE, you probably have a ton of questions about what day-to-day life is like living and teaching there. That’s why we recently […]