How Teacher Horizons works

At Teacher Horizons, we’re committed to making the process of finding the right international teaching role transparent, supportive, and empowering for educators at every stage of their careers. Our mission is to build a collaborative community where educators and schools can explore opportunities, share experiences, and make meaningful connections.

Built by educators, for educators, our platform connects talented professionals with schools around the world. Every year we support hundreds of schools and we’ve placed teachers and leaders in over 70 countries so far. Interested in joining the fastest-growing community of international educators? How can half a million educators be wrong? Here’s how it works:

1. Join and create your profile

Create your free profile and become part of a global community of half a million educators. With your profile active, you’ll be able to explore roles, compare schools, and access insights from our community of experienced international professionals.

Simply create your profile page and upload your CV so we can review it and activate your account. Join now.

2. Request professional references

Professional references are essential when applying for international roles. With our system, requesting them is simple, and referees can complete them in just a few minutes. We recommend requesting references early to avoid delays.

Here are some general tips and step-by-step instructions for adding references.

3. Explore international schools and opportunities

Once your profile is activated, you will gain access to detailed information about our partner schools, including salaries, benefits, photos and more. You’ll also be able to read feedback from past and current employees. We believe in transparency and community-powered insights to help you make confident and informed choices.

4. Apply for roles

Use our search and filter tool to apply directly for opportunities that match your experience and aspirations. Our application tracking system will help you to track your applications and you can log your favourite schools and jobs. Whether you’re a primary teacher, head of department, aspiring principal, or experienced school head, our team will guide you through the process. When your profile and references are complete, a dedicated adviser will assess your profile and help fast-track your applications.

Join our Teacher Horizons community now and find the perfect international teaching job for you!

5. Get fast-tracked

If you’re a strong match, your adviser will invite you for a video conversation to find out more about your skills and experience and offer personalised advice. We’ll help you fine-tune your profile and CV to make sure it stands out. If you’re shortlisted, there’s no need to write a separate letter of application, we’ll share your full profile directly with schools. This not only saves you time but also gives you a strong chance of being invited for an interview.

Take a look at our CV review service and our top tips for international teaching CVs.

6. Interview with a school

If you are shortlisted for an interview with a school, your adviser will help you to prepare, sharing general tips, and tips specific to the school and the role.

Most interviews are online, though some schools may invite you to visit in person.

7. Receive your offer

Once you’ve wowed your future school, they’ll send you a formal offer. Your adviser remains by your side to help clarify details and ensure everything feels right before you sign.

8. Board the plane

Congratulations! Your international adventure is about to begin. We’re still here for you, even after you arrive. We check in with you at various stages and share opportunities with you to give back to the international schools community.

Many educators return to us for future moves. Ninety three per cent would recommend us to a colleague.

9. Stay connected and keep growing

Teacher Horizons is more than a recruitment agency. We are building THE online home for international educators.

Stay connected through our WhatsApp groups, Ambassador Network, monthly newsletter and ongoing professional development opportunities, including webinars and offers from partners.

10. Ready for your next move? Repeat steps 1 to 9

Ready to give us a try? Join our community now.

Not sure yet? Here are ten reasons to join Teacher Horizons.

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Written by Alex Reynolds

Founding partner and CEO of Teacher Horizons.