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Teach. Travel. Thrive: Your Aussie Classroom Adventure Starts Here!

May 21, 2025

If you're a qualified (or soon to be) teacher who is eager to travel and dream of teaching overseas, Australia offers more than just sunshine and beaches—it offers classrooms full of opportunity. With a diverse student population, strong community focus, and a balance of structure and flexibility in the curriculum, Australian schools provide a teaching experience that’s both exciting and professionally rewarding. Expect shorter school...

Making the Most of Your Time Off As An International Teacher

Dec 31, 2023

Fueling Your Wanderlust Hands down, one of the best perks of teaching abroad is the opportunity to travel and experience other cultures. If you’re reading this, you most likely have a case of the travel bug and that’s why you’re seeking employment abroad in the first place. As a teacher, you (typically) have breaks throughout the year and what better way to spend it, than exploring a new part of the world? Personal Experience I’ve...

Streamlining the Application Process for an International Teaching Visa

Dec 23, 2023

Navigating the Paperwork One of the most laborious parts of preparing to work internationally is the paperwork. This varies from country to country but in my experience, it is always a multi-step process. Ask questions and put in the work upfront to avoid unexpected delays. The Contract Start with the contract . This can be a long document, but take the time to read it carefully before signing. Determine your responsibilities, extra...

Life Beyond The Classroom as an International Teacher

Dec 17, 2023

Inside and Outside The Classroom Teachers are a dedicated bunch, but there is more to life than lesson plans and assessments, so how will you spend your time outside school hours? Once you find a school you like, you’ll know where you will be based if/when you get hired as an international teacher. See what you can find out about this region. What is there to do? Is there an expat community? (try Facebook groups or Meetup.) Is there a...

Before Signing an International Teaching Contract: Key Considerations

Dec 11, 2023

The Job Search and Contract Considerations Once you have chosen a country (or countries) to teach internationally, you can begin looking for jobs. There are many ways to go about finding a teaching job abroad, but the most important thing to be aware of is what the contract will contain. This is made up of the requirements, timeline, and structure of the position including salary and other financial inclusions. These can vary...

International Teaching: Where Will Your Next Job Take You?

Dec 06, 2023

Let's Get Started Teaching abroad opens up countless doors for exploring new places, so where do you want to go? Do you see yourself spending the weekend climbing mountains or chilling on a beach? Do you want to live in a sprawling city with all the comforts of home or a rural village where you can immerse yourself in the local culture? Does the idea of learning a new language excite you, or would you prefer to live somewhere you can...

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