International Education Resources

Podcast

AAIE Podcast

10/2/2023

Laura Light engages in enlightening conversations with international school leaders from around the world. 

online school

Global Online Academy

10/2/2023

Global Online Academy is a nonprofit organization that reimagines learning in order to empower students and educators to thrive in a globally networked society. Take a look at their online teaching service for possible openings to teach internationally online. 

recruiting agency

Search Associates

12/15/2022

Recruiting service with an assigned associate to offer personalized service including during job fairs.

Book

Millionaire Teacher: The Nine Rules of Wealth You Should Have Learned in School, by Andrew Hallam

12/1/2022

Millionaire Teacher shows you how to achieve financial independence through smart investing ― without being a financial wizard. Retired international educator and finance author Andrew Hallam (also a guest on Episode 2 of the Educators Going Global podcast) shows how he became a debt-free millionaire by following a few simple rules.

article

Navigating the Labyrinth: A Comprehensive Guide to US Expat Tax Filing

by TieTax - 1/6/2025

This article, posted on the International School Community website, covers how to work with the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and the Foreign Tax Credit to avoid double taxation. This might sound complex, but it is worth knowing about as you work with your accountant...

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Salary Survey Results from Pancake On A Stick Blog

1/5/2025

Tony DePrato reached out to the followers of his blog to learn how salaries compare around the world for international educators. Look to use the menu on the left to see information about savings, flights and housing.

facebook group

Over 50s International Teachers Facebook Group

1/5/2025

This is a professional fun group of over 50 years young international teachers here to support each other in staying in the game of international teaching and developing as a C.O.P. (community of practice). Image = Over50sIntlTeacherFBGroup

resource

Wellness@ES

1/5/2025

The resources on this website support educators at the elementary school level as they learn, live and teach the principles of Positive Psychology. The ultimate goal is to embed¹ the principles into the culture of one’s school and the greater community through an integrative approach.

recruiting agency

Webber’s Ed Recruiting

1/5/2025

They provide services for applicants and schools in Latin America.

website

AI Teacher Tips

12/23/2024

From personalized education to automated administrative tasks, AI is reshaping the classroom of the future. Former international educator Michael Boll offers courses and valuable resources on his site. Discover how AI can enhance teaching and learning experiences...

website

Retirement Travelers Website, YouTube Channel, and Facebook Community

12/23/2024

John and Bev travel the world, assisting other retired travelers in maximizing their global adventures. They document their journeys not only on their website but also through their YouTube channel and by fostering a community on Facebook. Retired international educators can also benefit from their research and experiences on topics such as finances, downsizing, and more.

podcast

GlobalEd

12/23/2024

This podcast aims to provide insights into the lives of teachers and school leaders worldwide. Guests share their wisdom, experiences, passions, and challenges. The podcast features interviews with both international and local educators. 

The publisher hopes that by listening to these stories, you will gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the power educators possess to make this complex and amazing world a better place...

blog

Ytravel: Global Travel Blog

7/20/2024

There are plenty of bloggers who can help you plan your travels. We like the Ytravel Blog because it connects to internationalism and family. The authors and their children have lived in five different countries, homeschooling while experiencing life similarly to the ways international educators do. They also travel a lot internationally -- just like global educators. Check out their destinations and, if you have children, spend time in the Family Travel section. Additionally, have a look at their YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@Ytravelblog)!

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International Headteacher “Musings”

by Dr. Ian Gross - 7/11/2024

In this blog, Dr. Ian Gross addresses many topics of interest to help readers better understand the nature of international education. Topics range from affluent neglect to alternative curricula, connecting to locals, and taking your pet overseas.

Website and podcast

Globetrottin’ ADs: A Global Network of International Athletic Directors, Activity Coordinators, Coaches, Teachers and Friends

by Nick DeForest - 7/7/2024

This website provides resources to support ADs and ACs in their roles in leading co-curricular programs in international schools. The podcast provides interviews discussing topics and trends related to athletic and activity coordination.

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A Global Playbook: How Every International School Can Raise Its Game

by Nick DeForest - 7/7/2024

International schools' athletics programs aim to prepare their students for the next level of life. This global playbook focuses on six key elements that all schools need to excel in to raise the game of their entire school: Core, Commitment, Care, Culture, Competition, and Communication.

This book provides strategies for athletic directors and other school leaders to build programs with student enrichment and personal growth as a primary driver. 

Website

Association of international Educators and Leaders of Color - AIELOC

2/1/2024

AIELOC works to amplify the work of international educators and leaders of color with a focus on advocacy, learning and research. Their website provides multiple resources to support their mission. 

Group

ISS Diversity Collaborative Group

2/1/2024

The Diversity Collaborative (DC) is a global community group developed by International Schools Services (ISS). It is committed to creating and sustaining a more diverse, inclusive, equitable, and just international school community through a focus on leadership. Look to join!

Website

International School Anti-Discrimination Task Force - ISADTF

2/1/2024

ISADTF is led by four international educational organizations working to make schools truly diverse, inclusive, safe, equitable and welcoming for all students, staff and families.

Webinar

Taking Your Teaching Career Overseas (ISS)

1/20/2024

ISS presenters dive into the world of international education exploring everything from the types of schools out there in the world, to the qualifications needed to apply. - referenced by Dana in our interview. 

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Search Associates: Get Started Guide for Teachers New to International Education

1/20/2024

This guide will help you learn about all aspects of international education. You do not need to register to read through the Guide.

Website

1 Million Teachers Project

1/19/2024

Their mission is in response to the growing need for teachers worldwide. They work to build a critical mass of highly trained and enterprising education changemakers who will lead grassroots improvement within their communities. They combine 1-on-1 support with scalable forms of elearning technology to create a holistic yet scalable impact. It’s a modern solution to long-standing problems, one recognized by the likes of UNICEF and Global Citizen.

Website

Organisation to Decolonise International Schools (ODIS)

1/19/2024

ODIS aims to create a movement within all international schools (not just IB) and the expat community at large to expand the scope of international education beyond current Western values to be intersectional and inclusive of all marginalized groups.

Resource

Profiling Schools, Cities and Countries

by David Carpenter and Audrey Forgeron - 1/18/2024

Moving to a new school, city and country often involves a bit of a leap of faith. Nonetheless, it's possible to minimize some of the anxiety and eliminate some of the "fingers crossed" feelings by methodically profiling the various locations you may be considering. We consistently advocate for doing research when recruiting to learn about schools, host cities, and countries.

Consultant

JPMINT Consulting

1/17/2024

Offers a wide range of services to teachers looking to save time and take their next step in international schools: whether that's a first move overseas, a move up to a top school, a transition into school leadership, and/or an expert set of eyes on your candidacy profile.

Consultant

Better See V with Valeria Laitinen

1/17/2024

Valeria brings a multidimensional international background to her role coaching educators through the recruitment process to showcase their professional skills and experiences clearly and concisely.

Book

Finding the Right Fit, by Greg Lemoine

1/10/2024

International educator, podcaster and guest on Episode 10 of the Educators Going Global podcast, Greg Lemoine offers this ultimate step-by-step guide to succeeding at an international educator's job fair. You will find tips to successfully prepare for interviews, how to present your most qualified self, and you will be engrossed with the narratives of many passionate educators who enjoy their work overseas.

Book

International Schooling: The Teacher’s Guide, by Denry Machin and Stephen Whitehead

1/10/2024

A fun, engaging and highly practical read. Filled with tips and advice for teaching abroad. Based on insights and stories from teachers already enjoying the international adventure - their advice, the highlights they've enjoyed, and the mistakes they've made - the book is enchantingly personal. David is a huge supporter of this book!

Book

Becoming a Successful International Teacher: A Concise Step-By-Step Guide to International Teaching, by Jess Gosling

1/10/2024

This book is an excellent companion for prospective international educators seeking up-to-date information on what to expect from working in international schools. It provides step-by-step advice, taking readers all the way from where to look for an international teaching position to thriving in an international teaching environment, and will help anyone thinking of a career abroad working in international schools to prepare for an exciting and life-changing experience.

Book

Becoming An International School Educator, edited by Dana Specker Watts and Jayson Richardson

1/10/2024

Full of experience-based tips, insights, and stories from principals, curriculum coordinators, directors, school counselors, department heads, support specialists, advisors, and classroom teachers, this book explores the topics of wanderlust, English language teaching, identity and belonging, curricular standards, inclusion, diversity, and equity.

Book

International Teaching: The Best Kept Secret in Education

1/10/2024

Fellow podcaster and friend Greg Lemoine wrote his second book on international teaching for pre-service teachers, current educators, and anyone interested in the dynamic field of international education. This comprehensive guide highlights the benefits of becoming an international teacher in an accredited international school overseas. It highlights cultural immersion, accelerated career advancement, and an optimal work-life balance. Bravo Greg!

podcast

International School Services: Ask Me Anything

11/7/2023

Mike Pierre and Dr. Dana Specker Watts provide insights on professional development for the global education community, covering topics from curriculum and diversity, equity, and inclusion, to marketing and human resources...

Book

The New School Principles

10/2/2023

Imagine if we could tap into the collective creativity of a large group of school leaders to focus on designing the future of education! The New School Project has done exactly that for us. Led by the AAIE, this group worked for 18 months to craft the seven New School Principles: Adaptive Change, Capacity, Community, Equity, Evidence, Learning and Wellbeing. Their book is now available online at no cost. The ideas within offer an unprecedented opportunity to rethink schools!

Podcast

TIE Podcast for International Educators

9/19/2023

This podcast is by international school educators, for international school educators, and delves into topics that are not only top of mind, but crucial for the community... 

articles

Jessica Simmons on Medium - Life as An International Educator

9/17/2023

Jessica shares her teaching and life experiences and those of her family members during their time in Abuja, Nigeria.

magazine

International Teacher Magazine

8/8/2023

Shares conversations overheard in faculty lounges around the world, publishing articles about best practice, what it means to be an international teacher, and where to go on holiday!

Podcast

The ITM Podcast: Talking About…

8/8/2023

The International Teacher Magazine facilitates this podcast bringing together innovators from very different fields of international education and, as they learn from each other, we learn from them.

recruiting agency

The Diversity Collective

8/8/2023

This job placement organization supports underrepresented educators providing a database of teaching and leadership positions in international schools that have demonstrated a commitment to fostering an inclusive school culture.

presentation

Teachaway's ECIS Presentation on How Schools Can Improve Their Recruiting Efforts -

by Lloyd Ffrench - 8/8/2023

Lloyd Ffrench, a guest on our podcast, shares data and trends about international school recruiting. Lloyd highlights the decrease in new teachers and the growth in the number of international schools. He provides strategies for how schools can better compete when recruiting in this “teacher’s market”.

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Teachaway's 2023 Education Report on Recruitment, Staff Retention and DEIJ Practices

8/8/2023

This is Teachaway’s sixth annual International Education Report on what’s needed to recruit and retain educators internationally. They use data from thousands of educators to provide insights and trends especially regarding staff shortages.

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Factors Associated with the Quality of International High Schools in the EARCOS Region - Doctoral Thesis by Dr. Heather Naro

4/11/2023

The purpose of this study was to determine school administrator and teacher views on factors influencing the quality of international high schools in the East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS) region.

resource list

The Academy for International School Heads (AISH) Resource List for Innovation in Schools

4/9/2023

A list of resources to learn about the future of education. A big thank you to Alan Knobloch for sharing this list!

recruiting agency

Teach Away

4/5/2023

Organization featuring four program areas: Thousands of international teaching jobs at K-12 schools and ESL/EAL learning centers in over 50 countries worldwide, online teaching jobs, online teacher certification and TEFL certification among other PD opportunities. New and experienced teachers served.

recruiting agency

Educational Partners International (EPI)

4/1/2023

Are you a non-US teacher who is interested in teaching in the United States? EPI provides recruitment services to bring international educators into job placements in the US. Note: This service is not for American teachers returning to the US from teaching abroad – Carney Sandoe would be one of your options for independent school placement as a returning American teacher. 

job agency

GO Overseas

4/1/2023

Offers thousands of travel and personal growth opportunities. We are listing it for the categories of teaching and volunteering overseas as a potential stepping stone for home country teachers to get a taste for international teaching and living during summer breaks. 

paper

The relationship between professional development and professional capital: a case study of international schools in Asia. 

by Dana Specker Watts - 4/1/2023

This dissertation, by Dana Specker-Watts of ISS, makes the Case for teachers to design their own PD...

article

A theory-building case study examining the relevance and impact of intersectionality on the lived experiences of black women superintendents and heads of school. 

by Nadine N’tasha Richards - 4/1/2023

This dissertation explores the experiences of Black women superintendents and heads of school in international schools.

Podcast

SENIA Happy Hour, with Lori Boll

3/28/2023

Lori, Executive Director of SENIA International, speaks with subject matter experts to support special education (neurodiversity) in international schools.

resource

International Schools Database

3/26/2023

With the aim of helping expat parents locate top quality international schools for their children in their new homes, the International School Database is a one-stop shop for finding, researching and comparing schools in cities across the world. This well-designed and informative site can also be helpful to international educators looking for schools to apply to.

organization

21st Century Learning

3/19/2023

The 21st Century Learning team works to build learning communities by organizing various conferences and events, providing a diverse range of online educational opportunities, and delivering first-class consultancy services for schools and school groups...

Podcast

Where’s Your Head At?

3/19/2023

This podcast is by heads of school Richard Henry, James Dalziel and James MacDonald who explore a variety of issues in education around the world. They interview educational experts and trailblazers…people with broad roles and experiences who have looked across the international education landscape and are creating new horizons.

organization

COST: Consortium for Overseas Student Teaching 

2/8/2023

Established in 1973, COST is a collaboration of 16 colleges and universities in the United States that provides opportunities for its students to have quality student teaching experiences in overseas settings. Grand Valley State University currently serves as headquarters and coordinates international placements.

YouTube Channel

SchoolRubric

2/1/2023

The SchoolRubric YouTube channel informs stakeholders about schools, educational trends, and market analysis. International education is one of the themes running through their offerings. They provide an entire video explaining “why every educator needs to go international.” 

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"Third Cultured" LinkedIn Community

2/1/2023

Third Cultured (3Cultured) was founded to grow the borderless community of global citizens. For them to connect, share lessons, and opportunities. Part of their mission is to give displaced citizens a concept to identify and unify themselves by: being a Third Culture Kid.

recruiting agency

Subbing Internationally: True Teaching Flying Squad

1/5/2023

An international substitute teaching service that provides lower- to mid-tier schools with trusted, experienced and highly competent educators in the event of an emergency or for anticipated absences for periods of one month to one year.

Book

Third Culture Kids: The Children of Educators in International Schools

1/5/2023

There is one specific group of TCKs who have, until now, been largely ignored - EdKids, the children of international school educators. In this work, Dr Ettie Zilber brings together all the material she has collected over many years of research on this unique group and allows them to voice their own opinions, feelings and stories for the first time.

Podcast

(A)Broad in Education

1/4/2023

In the spirit of author bell hooks (Gloria Jean Watkins), (A)Broad in Education is a podcast on a mission to decolonize imaginations through diverse migration stories and to provide conscious conversations about “edpats”. (Note: This podcast has not had any new episodes in awhile, but the existing episodes are very worthwhile!)

Book

Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds

1/1/2023

This most recent version of the classic book on “TCKs” focuses on the modern TCK to address the impact of technology, cultural complexity, diversity & inclusion and transitions.

article

Andrew Hallam’s Take on the Roth 401(k) Versus Individual Investing

1/1/2023

Andrew Hallam provides a comparison for international educators -- between investing in a school-provided Roth 401(k) versus investing on your own via an American brokerage firm’s taxable ETF -- to show which pathway comes out ahead upon retirement.

website

Multi Language Learning with Tan Huynh

12/23/2022

“Multilingual” replaces "ESL, ESOL, ELL," etc. Site contains resource materials, a blog and a podcast to help you teach your multilingual students...

Vlog

Mark Weins - Migrationology

12/18/2022

Mark is one of the most followed food and travel YouTubers on the planet...

Book

A Parent’s Guide to Raising Kids Overseas by Jeff Devens

12/16/2022

Parenting is tough enough in your own backyard, so when an opportunity leads you and your family abroad, it seems like parenting takes on a whole new dimension. International educator and guest on the Educators Going Global podcast, Dr. Jeff Devens addresses many of the issues parents face today in the context of living in an international setting and raising “third-culture kids.”

Group

Expats & International School Educators - Financial Advice Facebook Group

12/3/2022

Andrew Hallam, finance writer and moderator of this group, frequently posts articles and helpful information about finances as well as responding to group members' questions.

Recruiting Agency

International Schools Services

12/3/2022

Agency that works with more than 800 international schools and thousands of educators each year across a comprehensive suite of services, including recruiting fairs.

Recruiting Agency

The International Educator

12/3/2022

A non-profit organization that matches educators with international schools around the world. You can post your CV and search for jobs in their database.

Recruiting Agency

Schrole

12/3/2022

Australia-based agency that offers recruiting services and delivers HR management software and training solutions for the international and domestic education sector.

recruiting agency

University of Northern Iowa - Recruiting Fair

11/30/2022

The University of Northern Iowa offers an annual recruitment fair. In 2023, more than 1000 teaching positions all over the world were on offer at the fair.

Group

Educators Going Global Facebook Group

11/5/2022

Join our fabulous Facebook community where we share resources and get feedback from our members.

Blog

Pancake on a Stick - Tony de Prato’s blog about international education.

12/1/2022

International School Head Tony de Prato’s blog and podcast about international education.

Book

International Education Leadership, by Catrina Chen, Lindsay Prendergast, Wallace Ting

12/1/2022

This book is a collaborative effort to share stories that matter and are relevant to educators aspiring to become heads of international schools or anyone already involved in educational leadership.

Vlog

Strictly Dumpling, with Mike Chen

12/1/2022

Mike Chen travels the world to share meals that he wonderfully describes.

Vlog

Best Ever Food Review Show - Foodie Travel Stories

12/1/2022

Enjoy the foodie travel stories of Sonny as he makes connections around the world.

Book

International Teaching: Teach, Travel and Save, by Kent Blakeney

12/1/2022

Author Dr. Kent Blakeney takes you through everything you need to know to get a job at international schools around the world. In Part One you will learn about international schools and living overseas. Part Two takes you through the process of getting a job from what you should do right now to what to do between getting a job and leaving your home country. Part Three guides you through your first years at an international school and moving on to the next school or back home.

Book

Guide To Raising Exceptional Expat Kids, by Joni Kerr

12/1/2022

This book provides a lot of valuable information and sound advice to not only prepare the whole family for expat life but mainly tips on how to maintain an undeniably productive life for your family. It is an invaluable reference tool for both new and long-term expats alike to keep abreast of information on how to successfully raise your expat children.

Book

Balance, by Andrew Hallam

12/1/2022

In this illuminating guide to living a financially healthier, and happier, life, bestselling author and financial journalist Andrew Hallam (guest on Episode 2 of the Educators Going Global podcast) demonstrates how you can optimize your income for maximum happiness by investing responsibly and living according to your values. You’ll find tips for using robo investors, insights for investing in socially responsible funds, and how to craft a personal budget that aligns your spending with what you hold most dear.

Book

Millionaire Expat, by Andrew Hallam

12/1/2022

Now in its third edition, Millionaire Expat is one of the world’s most trusted, best selling guides for expatriate investors. Author Andrew Hallam (also a guest on Episode 2 of the Educators Going Global podcast) shows readers how to protect themselves from financial sharks and build effective portfolios that maximize profits and tax efficiency. This updated guide includes model portfolios of ETFs or index funds.

Blog

Lessons Learned - David Carpenter’s blog

12/1/2022

Read David Carpenter’s blog on instructional technology, international education and wellness.

Podcast

The International Schools Podcast

12/1/2022

Every two weeks they discuss all aspects of technology and life in International Schools.

Podcast

Shifting Schools Podcast

12/1/2022

Former international educators Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman share innovative strategies to support instruction and professional learning.

Podcast

Heads Up

12/1/2022

Podcasts from ISC Research highlight news, developments and insights happening in the international schools market.

Podcast

Educators Without Borders

12/1/2022

Educators Without Borders (EWB) from School Rubric is a panel webcast featuring educational experts, leaders, and thought provokers who come together to discuss topics that matter. They also do a newsletter on international topics..

Podcast

Across Oceans

12/1/2022

Across Oceans is a podcast where we discuss all things related to Third Culture Kids (TCKs), growing up overseas, returning to passport countries, unique travel stories and more.

(See also: Our podcast episode with Julia, the host of Across Oceans!

Book

Safe Passage: How Mobility Affects People and What International Schools Should Do About It, by Douglas Ota

12/1/2022

Author Doug Ota is a frequent speaker to international school audiences helping them better understand the effects of their transitions. He maps the challenges and charts a course for individuals, schools, and accrediting bodies to better navigate their moves between schools and countries.

podcast

The International Teacher Podcast

12/1/2022

International educator and guest on the Educators Going Global podcast, Greg Lemoine and his podcasting partners Kent Arimura and Matt Judd provide first-hand experiences from across the globe about international schools, recruiting to teach overseas, and living in other countries as American expatriates...

website

The Guided Teacher

12/1/2022

Jackie Scully, an experienced American educator, is flipping the script when it comes to education and focusing on the teacher's voice. These voices are often overlooked in society, and many decisions are made without teacher input.

On Jackie's website you will learn more about her podcast, The Teacher Story, and about her book, The Guided Teacher.

recruiting agency

Global Recruitment Collaborative

11/30/2022

A collaborative, simple, and free platform for international schools to connect to recruit including fairs. | Also on offer: GRC Recruiting Tips Webinars 

school association

ECIS - Educational Collaborative for International Schools

11/16/2022

A non-profit global membership organization that supports schools. They offer recruiting fairs, professional learning conferences and other services.

school association

AMISA - American International Schools in the Americas.

11/16/2022

Formerly known as the Association of American Schools in South America. They offer recruiting and other services for schools in their region of the world

recruiting agency

Carney Sandoe - US-based International and Independent Schools Recruitment

11/16/2022

Offers faculty recruitment, leadership search, and strategic consulting services for educational organizations. Mainly recruits for US independent schools.

school association

Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NESA)

11/5/2022

A community of schools and organizations that has served educators, students and their families from Cairo in the west to Kathmandu in the east for fifty years.

school association

Tri-Association of American Schools of Central America, Colombia - Caribbean and Mexico

11/5/2022

A non-profit organization composed of private, accredited, independent schools offering an American-style education and residing in three geographic regions (Central America, Mexico, Colombia, Caribbean).

school association

Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA)

11/5/2022

Provides members with access to world-leading experts, advisors, and facilitators specializing in school governance and leadership, professional learning, blended learning, child protection and wellbeing, inclusive education, innovation and technology, and more...

school association

East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS)

11/5/2022

Inspires adult and student learning through its leadership and service and fosters intercultural understanding, global citizenship and exceptional educational practices within our learning community.

association of schools

QSI - Quality Schools International

11/5/2022

A group of non-profit international schools offering education in the English language, in a number of countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, South and North America.

investing resource

The Merriman Financial Education Foundation

11/5/2022

Paul Merriman’s foundation provides educational information on Low Cost ETF and Mutual Fund investing.

resource

ISC Research

11/5/2022

ISC Research - Provider of data on the world’s international schools. They offer their Heads up! news service, the International School Leader magazine and a podcast on a variety of topics.

website

International School Community

11/5/2022

A very helpful site that houses a community of international educators who craft articles on a variety of topics that are of interest to new and veteran international teachers. Learn about life at specific schools and read about international education in general. Their school database resource also has some job listings.

organization

TieTax

11/5/2022

A U.S.-based financial services company for international educators. Dr. Stephen Boush was a guest on the podcast, Episode 5.

group

Global Educator Collective Facebook Group

11/5/2022

The objective of this group is to contribute to educator development through collaborative learning shared in best practices, pedagogy, shared resources, strategies, experiences and perspectives through a safe environment that builds understanding.

resource

Tales from a Small Planet

11/5/2022

Their mission is to share uncensored and honest information about both the delights and the challenges of living abroad.

magazine

International Living

11/5/2022

A commercial site that offers information that can support international educators pivoting into retirement while staying overseas.  

resource

International Schools Review

11/5/2022

Provides anonymous school and personnel reviews as well as a bill of rights for educators and a forum.

newspaper

ISS Newslinks

11/5/2022

International School Services provides this online magazine. It is published digitally in October/November, January, and April, bringing the educational community together through articles, images, and more from international schools and educators. They also have a blog.

organization

US Office of Overseas Schools

11/5/2022

Learn about how the US Department of State supports dependents of American citizens living abroad. They provide a resources section for general information and information to support special needs children.

article

Virtual Interview Tips from The Muse

11/5/2022

Tips on preparing for and managing your online interview.

investing service

Plan Vision Investing Services for Expatriates - as Cited by Andrew Hallam

11/5/2022

Services provided with clear, up-front fees - resource cited by Andrew Hallam

database

Numbeo - The world’s largest cost of living database.

11/5/2022

The world’s largest cost of living database.

resource

Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (IRS listings)

11/5/2022

The IRS listing of exclusion amounts each year going forward.

discussion board

Bogleheads Discussion Board

11/5/2022

Low cost ETF and Mutual Fund investing discussion board

artist

Art and Design by Maryam Khalifah

11/5/2022

Art and Design - If you like our album and website artwork learn more about the many talents of Maryam Khalifah.

newspaper

The International Educator (TIE Online Newspaper)

11/5/2022

TIE provides a newspaper and blog that has many contributors.

school database

School Rubric

11/5/2022

Provides a database directory of international schools.

networking tool

LinkedIn

11/5/2022

A networking tool for business and educator professionals. Find jobs, make connections and discover more about schools you are interested in. Try searching under international schools to start with!

Group

International School Teachers Facebook Group

11/5/2022

This is a secret group for teachers who have experience teaching in 1 but preferably 2 or more international schools.

Group

International School Educators Facebook Group

11/5/2022

An Internet-based social media-oriented community of international professional educators spanning the globe in all levels of education.  

Group

International Teachers Facebook Group

11/5/2022

This group was created for teachers to collaborate, share, learn and listen.

Group

International Teachers Community Facebook Group

11/5/2022

This is a community group for international teachers working in placements abroad. Share ideas, resources, travel tips and information about schools and opportunities for staff.

Group

International Teachers of Colour Facebook Group

11/5/2022

This is a group for international teachers of colour to share their own experiences, discuss ideas of how to deliver cultural diversity in schools and share resources.

Group

Reddit r/InternationalTeachers 

11/5/2022

A very helpful community of nearly 3000 teachers where you can ask questions and share information about international education.

Group

New to International Schools Teachers Facebook Group

11/5/2022

This page has been made to support teachers who are thinking about working internationally, are new to working internationally or want to support others working internationally.

Article

Teaching Abroad Article from 2008

by David Carpenter - 11/5/2022

A reference for what has changed and what hasn’t in teaching abroad.

organization

SENIA International

11/5/2022

Advocates for and provides resources and support to individuals with disabilities.

organization

Mediterranean Association of International Schools (MAIS)

11/5/2022

A professional organization that strives to improve the quality of education in its member schools. It promotes the professional development of Faculty, Administrators, and Board Members, promoting communication and interchange and creating international understanding.

organization

Central & Eastern European Schools Association (CEESA)

11/5/2022

A collaborative community of international schools which enhances school effectiveness and inspires student learning and development.

resource

Finance for International Educators - A slide deck by Dr. Jeff Devens

11/5/2022

Dr. Jeff Devens offers simplified personal finance lessons in his international school community. This is the slideshow he uses. It can be used as a companion guide during our three-part podcast series of interviews with Dr. Devens, Episode 16B, Part 1 - Tax Buckets & Credits, Part 2 - Advantaging Brokerage Accounts, and Part 3 - Qualifying for Social Security & Medicare.

recruiting agency

Teacher Horizons

11/5/2022

Recruiting service with job listings and educator profiles. Their mission is to build a collaborative community where teachers and schools can explore opportunities, share experiences and make meaningful connections.

job database

Times Educational Supplement - Job Search Tool

11/5/2022

Service of the London Times. They provide a job search database and school directory as well as recruiting services (see their navigation bar).

recruiting agency

World Teachers

11/5/2022

A free specialist education recruitment agency for qualified teachers from (or with work experience in): Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, UK or USA.

recruiting agency

Joy Jobs

11/5/2022

Offers recruiting services.

organization

Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE)

11/5/2022

A not-for-profit association of independent international schools that seeks to continuously improve international education and cultural understanding.

organization

Asia Society - Center for Global Education

11/5/2022

The Center for Global Education at the Asia Society provides PD and resources for educators with the aim of increasing equity of engagement in content for youth around the world.

organization

Council of International Schools (CIS)

11/5/2022

Works collaboratively to shape international education through professional services.

Provides a helpful directory of member schools.

recruiting agency

Edvectus

11/5/2022

Combines international teacher recruitment with a learning portal for teachers who wish to improve their teaching skills, enhance their knowledge of international curricula and their knowledge of working abroad.

Article

Racism in Recruiting: The Elephant in Our International Education Room

11/2/2022

2015 article published in TIE based on personal experiences of an international teacher of colour.

Article

Recruiter Documents Racism in Hiring

11/1/2022

Recruiting agency insider takes a look at racist hiring practices - mainly in China.