@UnCloudy May I ask where you are going to be teaching? We are open to many areas but the unknown is making me crazy!

Thanks for all the feedback! I think we will skip the IB training and see how we do without it. Both of us have lots of teaching experience but are definitely not stuck in our ways or "chalk talk" teachers. My husband has National Board Cert. as well, probably does not mean much internationally but in the states it is hard to get and you really need to be progressive, student centered and parent/community involved. I have a MA in curriculum and instruction and lots of 1:1 implementation experience. We will just hope for the best.

@joanveronica Yes let's stay in touch! I tried to email you directly but no luck!

My husband and I are looking for jobs in 2016. My husband is a science teacher with 16 years experience. He can teach bio, chem and general science grades 5-12. He has pre-AP experience teaching 9th grade general science. The school he is at in the states is not an IB school. Is it worth it to take an IB class even though he will not get to teach it? The cost is $600. I am a tech savvy elementary school teacher with 20 years experience. What do you think? We would like to get in the best school possible in Asia or Europe. We have one 12 year old daughter coming with us.

We are in the same position only my husband is a science teacher. We are trying to keep all options open. Our dependent is the age same as yours. Good luck we may cross paths at a fair!

Here is newbie question :) how do I know what tier a school is?
@whoamI that is really what I am worried about. We are from a small midwest area and she is involved in everything and very outgoing. I want her to be able to be included in school and have friends, NOT stand out. We have looked at schools in South Korea, and south east Asia. China is out because of pollution. She would love to continue to play hockey but is trying Lacrosse this spring so she has other options. We would be totally comfortable in Europe but could we afford it???? Middle East worries me because she and I scream American we are almost 75% Swedish white blond hair very fair etc. Several people have warned me that she could be a target for bullying in the Middle East. Thoughts everyone????
Thanks for all the input I really appreciate it! We want to be open to all areas but love information from people who have done this before!!

Thanks for the responses! @twoteachers - I have done all those things we belong to TIE and have started with search associates and are in the process of updating very old resumes and getting references. We actually have 3 kids but one will be on to grad school and the other in his 3rd year of college. Maybe because our daughter is the youngest I am more worried. We have had several year long exchange students live with us and our two older kids have spent lots of time overseas as exchange students and traveling. I would love to hear what you think of Malaysia and how your year goes would you be will to connect outside of this forum?

Ok I am really a newbie to international teaching but a 20 year veteran of USA teaching. :) @shad why do ppl avoid American International School at Dhaka? I am feeling very overwhelmed by all of the information or lack there of about international schools!! I think my husband and I will be able to find a job we both have master degrees, good references, technology experience plus husband is a NTBS science teacher. I am afraid to make a HUGE mistake and accept a job at school that is the wrong tier, wrong location, wrong fit etc. We are looking for jobs for 16-17 school year. Currently I teach in a school that the population is 48% free and reduced lunch kids so I am no stranger to hard work but YIKES this is confusing!

My husband and I are both teachers, science and 2nd grade. We are very interested in teaching overseas. We have a 12 year old daughter. Our biggest concern is her safety and how she will be treated at an international school. She is very outgoing, athletic and involved in many activities here in the states. What are some countries/schools that are good family options for us?
Thanks!