A seasoned international school teacher (SIST) has worked at 3+ international schools in more than three parts of the world (or more). They know the ins and
Many of us teach abroad to save money! So, why do some international schools make their teachers pay for simple supplies? Well, not all do,
Surround yourself with positive people. Do not allow negative comments and attitudes to darken your outlook. It is hard to stay positive, but when culture
Maintain a sense of humor, but most importantly be ready to laugh at yourself. When you are living abroad, there are moments when the locals
In all things be flexible When relocating to a new place there are so many things to consider, so many new impressions, so much to
In this blog series, we talk about the ins and outs of an excellent new teacher orientation program at an international school. A new teacher
Are you moving to a new international school? You may be excited to start your new adventure, but don’t forget about the essentials. It can
Summer vacation is the time of year all teachers are waiting for (and I suppose all students as well!). The 1.5 to 2 months of
