Use the world around you for inspiration every once in a while, and pass it on to your students. Immerse yourself in the culture of a new place, experience new things and maybe take off your headphones to listen to the hustle going on. Take on board local traditions and let them drive your teaching.
Teaching in a foreign setting comes with its unique set of opportunities and challenges. Whether you are an international teacher working in a new country or a local educator dealing with a culturally diverse classroom, this blog is your go-to resource for insightful tips and strategies to foster a positive and effective learning environment.
Discover why some countries face a dire shortage of teachers and the impact it has on education and society. From the United States to African nations, find out which countries are most affected and what solutions are being implemented to bridge the gap in teacher supply and demand.
I worked at TH School, an immersive English speaking school in Hanoi. My experience was that it was much easier to work in than many international schools, where the culture is ‘work you hard, pay you well’. That’s Ok to make a quick buck but it will shorten your life!
There are so many advantages to teaching abroad, but we have to take the rough with the smooth. I’m listing here the bad and the ugly!
Here are some resources to help you plan lessons for your curriculum and also for ESOL students.
Here are a few of the teaching apps I’ve used and provide a lot of value by saving time and improving learning outcomes for my students.
Expatriate Packages For Teachers When you get a job in your home country, you usually just get paid, with no other benefits, but this isn’t the case with ex-pat teaching roles. Of course, it’s a huge upheaval in your life to move to a foreign country, leaving behind family, friends and familiarity so it needs …
Accommodation While Teaching Abroad Because where you rest your head at night and where you spend your time while not working are important, we’re going to discuss the types of accommodation you may be offered when accepting a job teaching overseas. It’s important for your emotional wellbeing and makes your time there much more pleasant …
The Importance Of International Teachers Making Connections It can be a very lonely existence as an international teacher. Often, teachers make the decision to go abroad alone, leaving behind all of their connections – family and friends, and take a giant leap into the unknown. This is often not knowing a lot about the country …
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