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Isca is the AI assistant built specifically for international teachers. She has read every single review on ISC so you do not have to.
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More than a chatbot. A collective brain.
Isca was developed by Sofija Hotomski, PhD specifically to navigate the world of international schools. Her knowledge comes from over 55,000 real teacher comments submitted by 33,980 verified educators on ISC since 2011.
Think of her as the colleague who has worked at every international school, lived in every global city, and is always ready to give you the unfiltered scoop. No brochures, no recruiter spin.
Here is what you can ask Isca
Real questions. Real answers. Powered by real teacher experiences.
Salary and savings
Is the salary in Singapore enough for a family of four? Which schools in the Middle East offer the best take-home pay? Isca knows the numbers.
What is the savings potential at schools in Kuwait vs Dubai?
School culture and management
What do teachers really say about management? Isca synthesises hundreds of reviews into one honest answer.
What is the general mood about admin at British School Manila?
Housing and benefits
Does this school provide housing or an allowance? What are rent costs really like in Bangkok? Isca cuts through the vague job ad language.
Which schools in Japan offer free staff housing?
City and lifestyle
What is it actually like to live in Ho Chi Minh City as an international teacher? Isca knows the real cost of living, social scene, and expat experience.
Is Seoul a good city for a teacher with young kids?
Compare schools
Cannot decide between two schools? Ask Isca to compare them side by side on salary, culture, city, and benefits from real teacher data.
Compare the benefits at GEMS vs Taaleem schools in Dubai.
The hidden details
Visa support for spouses. Whether flights are actually included. Which schools have high teacher turnover. Isca knows what the brochure does not say.
Which schools in China help with spouse work visas?
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How to chat with Isca
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Find Isca chat bubble on any school page or the app homepage. Type your question.
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Basic members get 2 free questions per day. Premium members get unlimited access from $20.
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- ✅ 2 Isca questions per day
- ✅ Access on web and WhatsApp
- ✅ School overview data
- ❌ Unlimited questions
- ❌ Full salary data
- ❌ Full comment access
- ✅ Unlimited Isca questions
- ✅ Access on web and WhatsApp
- ✅ Full salary data 1,846 schools
- ✅ Full comment access 55,000+ reviews
- ✅ Advanced school comparison
- ✅ Full comment search
Isca is also on WhatsApp
Premium members can chat with Isca directly on WhatsApp. No app switching, no browser needed. Just message her like a colleague.
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Questions about Isca
Is Isca free to use?
Yes. Every ISC member gets 2 free Isca questions per day, no credit card needed. Premium members get unlimited questions.
How does Isca know so much about international schools?
Isca was trained on over 55,000 teacher comments submitted by 33,980 verified educators on ISC since 2011. She was developed by Sofija Hotomski PhD specifically for the international school community.
Can Isca get things wrong?
Isca is trained on real teacher data but like any AI she can occasionally misinterpret or lack data on specific schools. Always use her answers as a starting point and check the actual school page for the full picture.
How is Isca different from ChatGPT?
ChatGPT has general knowledge but no access to ISC 55,000 teacher reviews. Isca is specifically trained on that data and knows things about international schools that general AI tools simply do not have access to.
Can I use Isca on WhatsApp?
Yes. Premium members can chat with Isca at +61 403 112 222 on WhatsApp.
What languages does Isca speak?
Isca primarily responds in English but can understand questions in other languages.
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