Search and ISS

newchapter · Post by **newchapter** » Wed Nov 13, 2013 6:27 pm

After researching and reading this blog I registered with Search which, I think, represents a lot more schools than ISS. But, was just wondering if there are any good schools not represented by Search that I should maybe shoot a resume to?

Would love to hear from the experienced people out there.

Thanks.

Nomads · Post by **Nomads** » Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:07 pm

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.

newchapter · Post by **newchapter** » Thu Nov 14, 2013 11:42 am

Thanks, Nomads.

shadowjack · Post by **shadowjack** » Thu Nov 14, 2013 11:46 pm

Also join Tieonline

they have a 10 dollar off deal - ends today I think.

Code ISE2013 for the 10 bucks off.

newchapter · Post by **newchapter** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 12:11 pm

Thanks, Shadowjack. I was wondering about TIE online and not sure whether or not to join. I'm registered with Search Associates so would TIE online be beneficial, too?

shadowjack · Post by **shadowjack** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 12:40 pm

Search has a great database for teaching candidates. TIEonline has a good database, but not the information that Search has. What TIEonline offers is jobs from schools that might not be Search schools, but which are still ok (and some not so ok LOL).

I used Search (currently I am inactive with them), TIEonline (still a member) and InternationalSchoolsReview (still a member) to find schools/jobs and infor about them.

Hope this helps!

newchapter · Post by **newchapter** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 4:27 pm

Thanks, Shadowjack. I just signed up with TIE online. I figured it couldn't hurt. I don't like it as much as Search...the print is small and the site is hard to follow but I'm sure I'll get used to it.

As I've said before I'm just gathering as much information as I can and waiting for the job fair in Cambridge in January.

It's so funny how when people find out I'm doing this they all have their opinions of where I should go...they don't understand that I can't just 'go'...I have to get an offer to teach! lol

shadowjack · Post by **shadowjack** » Mon Nov 18, 2013 8:42 am

When you go, shoot for schools that you find interesting - but don't be afraid to consider places "off the beaten track". I never thought in a million years we would end up where we are (which shall remain nameless), but we are quite enjoying it!

PsychBean · Post by **PsychBean** » Tue Dec 10, 2013 6:58 am

Hello Shadow,

Last year I joined everything. This year only SEARCH since I received the most positive feed back from them. I later joined Tie again when they had the sale. Now just browsing through ISS and I notice there are a few schools not advertised on SEARCH. I am wondering if I should join just to make sure I cover all bases. Also their fairs are gratis :lol: That is always a good thing. Just wondering.

Briz · Post by **Briz** » Tue Dec 10, 2013 8:02 am

I firmly believe in search for the database. But do not see any sense in joining both unless you are going to the fairs. To me that is what I am getting out of my money. I joined ISS because I was already going to be in Bangkok early for the fair, and several of the schools I want to talk to will be at both. The ISS fair has A LOT less candidates and thus it gives me a better chance of getting interviews and presenting myself outside of the hustle and bustle of the search fair.

Just my perspective.

PsychBean · Post by **PsychBean** » Tue Dec 10, 2013 8:06 am

I was considering going to the BKK ISS fair I will be fairly near by. Still deciding...