


{"id":7574,"date":"2020-01-04T10:00:58","date_gmt":"2020-01-04T10:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/?p=7574"},"modified":"2024-06-16T00:03:18","modified_gmt":"2024-06-15T23:03:18","slug":"are-you-ready-to-teach-abroad-in-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/are-you-ready-to-teach-abroad-in-2020","title":{"rendered":"Are you ready to teach abroad in 2020?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Are you ready to teach abroad?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A new year often calls for change. And what screams change more than moving country and putting your teaching experience to the test in a new environment?\u00a0 Change can be daunting though, provoking those deep fears and doubts. We are here to turn those fears into excitement.\u00a0 Drawing on the wealth of knowledge our community has, we know what you need to feel confident and prepared for teaching overseas as an international teacher.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7575 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/neonbrand-zFSo6bnZJTw-unsplash1.jpg\" alt=\"neonbrand-zFSo6bnZJTw-unsplash\" width=\"640\" height=\"398\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is more to international teaching abroad than just picking the country alone. Maybe you are asking yourself \u201cWhat qualifications do I need to teach abroad?\u201d or questioning <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/what-benefits-do-teachers-get-teaching-abroad-in-2020\/\">pay scales &amp; benefits that schools<\/a> can offer you depending on your experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We post opportunities ranging from new teachers to experienced teachers. Whether it is your first foray into international teaching or you are a true veteran, we have you covered. Sign up here.\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why teach abroad?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From country to quality, International schools can be very different from one another so getting clear on what you want in terms of your international teaching career is crucial.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/happy-teachers-2\/\">Read some stories from our happy teachers placed around the world<\/a><\/h4>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. There is a high demand for international teachers<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/jason-leung-wQBCIJJgeJI-unsplash.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-7576 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/jason-leung-wQBCIJJgeJI-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"jason-leung-wQBCIJJgeJI-unsplash\" width=\"338\" height=\"507\" \/><\/a>As the number of international schools continues to grow so does the need for international school teachers, and thus international school teaching jobs.\u00a0 This growth doesn\u2019t look to change anytime soon and research suggests that it won\u2019t stagnate anytime soon. According to research from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/iscresearch.com\/data\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ISC Research<\/span><\/a>,<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> there are over 10,000 English medium international schools globally, with 5.6 million students enrolled and 503,000 full-time staff employed!\u00a0 *2019 figures\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. There is a growing need for quality teachers with relevant experience\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chances are if you are an international teacher you have put in the hard work to get here. Now\u2019s your chance to reap the benefits. Moving abroad is a way to use your valuable experience that you spent great energy retaining and following the demand! There is a high demand for teachings overseas, especially qualified ones. \u00a0<\/span>Do you have experience in a specific curriculum, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/how-to-get-ib-experience\/\">like IB experience? even better!\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Teaching abroad is a rewarding job\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whilst the teaching community will all agree that being a teacher is hard work, it can also be incredibly rewarding. While you may have your patience tested, or have to give up some home comforts you are also faced with new experiences, diversity and the opportunity to shape st<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-7579 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/harley-davidson-56R8TzG7Lzc-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"harley-davidson-56R8TzG7Lzc-unsplash\" width=\"345\" height=\"230\" \/>udents lives.<\/p>\n<p>There is a general air of motivation among teachers to live a successful and happy expat life and while this can look different from person to person, career progression, salary, travel and culture all contribute to a well-rounded teaching life. \u00a0Tolerance and curiosity are required, but expanding your horizons is the reward.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have the qualifications and the will to relocate, now what?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research International teaching opportunities.<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find out the curriculum and necessary qualifications.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be aware that some schools require you to teach in the subject your trained in. Also some international schools require teachers to be experienced in their specific curriculum.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall minimum requirements for teaching internationally is usually:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 years + experience,<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A teaching Licence<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Masters in Education.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are exceptions though which is why doing specific research by school is advised.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find out the perks and benefits of teaching overseas.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/baby1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7583 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/baby1.png\" alt=\"baby\" width=\"228\" height=\"253\" \/><\/a>Teaching internationally is full of perks. They may include practical elements such as housing allowing, a relocation package, and a flight to and from your home country at the beginning and the end of your contract to name a few. Another benefit is the opportunity to explore a new country.\u00a0 Maybe your school also enables you to thrive in your career by offering <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/benefits-professional-development-international-setting\/\">Personal Development.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This one is definitely a perk for dedicated teachers with a thirst for continuous learning. Some schools offer a Professional Development (PD) allowance so that you can continue to grow in an area that is of personal interest to you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Align your motivations with your research.<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What has your yearning for pastures new? What do you require in building a career as an international teacher? Having this worked out will help you when navigating the vast seas of international teaching jobs. You will have to gain a good idea of what you are willing to be flexible on and what you absolutely won&#8217;t budge on. Consider what countries are of interest and reflect on why you have ruled some out. Preparing for teaching abroad requires a lot of question-asking and bravery but will enrich your career and your life.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: normal;\">Put it all into action.<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start researching prospective international schools in the spring or during the summer a year before you plan on moving.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a good cover letter, update your CV, and set up an online teaching portfolio. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\">You can do all this as part of your profile with teacherhorizons.\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t get your hopes up too much when you are job searching for a position at an international school. It can be a challenge to stand out and be at the top of the list when you are first starting out in this community.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/three-mistakes-avoid-job-search\/\">Read our post on three mistakes to avoid during your job search<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you an international teacher? Do you have hints and tips on teaching abroad? \u00a0If so, we\u2019d love to hear from you! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/contact\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and share your knowledge and views with the community of our readers!<\/span><\/h2>\n<h2>If you are inspired to teach overseas, we have made it really simple for you. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/user\/join\/\">Just sign up here and you are on your way to your new job!\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n<h1><\/h1>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready to teach abroad? A new year often calls for change. And what screams change more than moving country and putting your teaching experience to the test in a new environment?\u00a0 Change can be daunting though, provoking those deep fears and doubts. We are here to turn those fears into excitement.\u00a0 Drawing on&#8230;  <a class=\"excerpt-read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/are-you-ready-to-teach-abroad-in-2020\" title=\"Read Are you ready to teach abroad in 2020?\">Read more &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":162,"featured_media":8341,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"spay_email":""},"categories":[857,854],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-porapak-apichodilok-346885.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p5Krhd-1Ya","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7574"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/162"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7574"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7574\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13355,"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7574\/revisions\/13355"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8341"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7574"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7574"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.teacherhorizons.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7574"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}