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by Nomads
Sun Nov 17, 2013 2:39 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Chances?
Replies: 3
Views: 4993

khinton,

You probably will find it difficult to get a position at a quality school for two reasons. One, you will have three dependents and two, you teach HS English. HS English is not a high need area overseas as there are a significant number of candidates. You could probably find a position, but it may be at a lower quality school where you may not want your daughter to go to school in a couple of years. If you recruit as a couple, you will increase your chances.

Also, think carefully about the security/safety situation in Kenya particularly with young ones.
by Nomads
Thu Nov 14, 2013 8:19 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Job hunting with non-teaching African partner
Replies: 11
Views: 23798

Migratingbird,

In many countries, you can only get a student visa if you are studying at a university within the country. The university in essence will sponsor him.

In my experience, there are bigger issues in getting a visa for his daughter. Sometimes, you can get a visa for an married partner but getting a visa for a child that is not your dependent or for someone on a student visa is very difficult.

You did not mention how old the girl is. If she is school age, you would probably want her to attend the school you work at which would only be possible if she was your dependent.

My advice is to bring it up early in the interview process once the school demonstrates interest in you. If it is simply not possible to get a visa for your partner and her daughter, you don't want to waste your time or theirs.
by Nomads
Thu Nov 14, 2013 9:54 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Getting a job late in the hiring season as a newb
Replies: 18
Views: 22029

Another idea to consider is Search Associates Intern program. It is actually designed for someone like you. You get a reduced salary, they pay your travel costs and housing. You teach a few classes and gain some experience. Some schools will hire the interns to full time positions the next year.

The information is on their website.

Given that your cert. will be in math and your flexible, you should get some interviews in the spring from TIE or the June fairs. Schools will lose people in the spring and even over the summer, so keep looking.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:48 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Early decision bonus
Replies: 10
Views: 13224

The school offers the money so they can advertise the positions early. Think of it as early notification. Many teachers who know they are leaving wait until the last minute to resign. The bonus is enough of an incentive to have them formally resign.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:41 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: teaching couple - same subject
Replies: 6
Views: 17369

Can happen, but it will be tough. It would dramatically improve your chances if you both can coach multiple sports at a high level.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:39 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Tier levels.... explanation for newbie please
Replies: 5
Views: 7797

litgal,

Without ES experience, you may find it difficult to position in an elementary school. Having said that there are more and more instructional coaching positions opening up at MS and HS level.

Contact the schools directly with a letter of intent tailored to the school. The email this school feature is not always read or well received.

The top schools do not negotiate as they have set salary scales. You may be able to negotiate with for profit schools. Obviously you should never negotiate until the school has made a firm, written offer.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:27 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Job possibilities for administrators
Replies: 8
Views: 11177

Obtaining a vice-principal position is very competitive as most international schools prefer to promote from within. My advice is to try to get into the Search Cambridge fair or ISS Boston fair. Both fairs have separate sign up sessions for administrators. You may have to start at a mid or lower tier school to break in. You should subscribe to TIE as they have a number of job ads and you can start applying directly to the schools before the fairs.

Having a spouse who teaches HS math is a bonus, but you will have to win the job on your own obviously.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:23 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Going to the BKK Fair?
Replies: 12
Views: 14067

I agree with Walter that most vacancies are not known yet. I would also suggest you go with an open mind. You may find a great school in an exciting place that is a hidden gem.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:21 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Likelyhood of interview?
Replies: 14
Views: 16669

It does mean you have made an initial cut. Most schools cannot invest the time in contacting references for everyone who applies. it sounds like you made the first paper cut and they are using references to determine who to interview.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:18 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Cambridge is full
Replies: 3
Views: 5877

I would advise going to UNI over San Francisco. There are a fair number of schools there and it is early enough that there will be a number of vacancies. The one caveat is it is the same week-end as Cambridge, so some of the schools may have interview teams at both or may only go to Cambridge.

There tend to be fewer big name schools in UNI, but not many go to San Francisco as they have filled their positions by then. Have you thought about the ISS Boston fair which is right after Cambridge?
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:13 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: My Situation
Replies: 9
Views: 22921

If you are willing to be flexible, in terms of location and school, and have good references you should be able to get a position. In my experience, special ed. teachers do pretty well.

Saving $12,000 per year is possible because you will not be paying any US taxes. The actual amount will depend upon you lifestyle and how much you travel.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:10 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: "Visit our table at the job fair"
Replies: 4
Views: 5726

It means they are interested but are not positive they will have positions for both of you. Many schools have not determined their definite openings yet. Contract deadlines range from mid-November to mid-December for most non-European schools.

Make sure you make contact with the schools again right before the fair to remind them of you. A simple looking forward to talking with you is sufficient and opens the door for them to schedule an interview before the fair starts if they are truly interested.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:07 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Search and ISS
Replies: 10
Views: 10772

Most of the top schools actually belong to both agencies. The best way to determine if there is a difference is to look at the schools which have registered for the respective fairs. The list is on the companies website under fair information.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:06 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Advice Needed
Replies: 12
Views: 39926

John,

Get as many certifications as you can. Flexibility will be a great benefit for you. I would recommend getting your special ed. certification as there is always a need for people in this area and many admin. like to have teachers with this background in the regular classroom as well.

I would agree with ShadowJack that the fastest path to an IS position is get a teaching position and do the Masters' part-time. Then in two years, you will have a better chance at getting a position at a better school. Without experience you options will be limited even with the masters.

In regards to the certification, the American certification will work for inter national style and American style schools. Obviously the British curriculum schools would want the UK cert. The UK passport would help you get a job in Europe.
by Nomads
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:00 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: Getting a job late in the hiring season as a newb
Replies: 18
Views: 22029

You do not need to wait to apply for a position until you have your certification. I presume you are going through a university program? If so, they should be able to provide you a letter stating you will complete the course work needed to earn your certification which should be fine for most schools.

The lack of teaching experience (again, I presume you do not have any as you are still working on your cert.) will be a larger obstacle to obtaining a position earlier in the recruiting season or at a higher tier school.

My advice is to go to one of the later fairs; UNI, San Francisco where the competition may be less. Provide a bit more information like what you will be certified in, professional experience, if any, and I could provide more specific information.