
Course Introduction
Should you leave your current place of work? In this video, I explore some of the key factors to consider before deciding to leave. This video was inspired by a blog by Aidan Severs who you can find on twitter @thatboycanteach.
In this lecture, I reflect on the kind of school I would like to work in, and hopefully trigger your thinking about what you want too.
9 things satisfied teachers feel.
In this lecture, 3 international educators based in Spain, Poland and Dubai share their experiences of international teaching in comparison to the UK.
A reflection I wrote in 2017 on my international teaching experiences up to that point in Spain.
In this article, I detail the lesser talked about negative sides of International Teaching - the potential pitfalls of an adventure abroad.
A look at the different type of schools available to work in within the UK, with commonalities across all school systems. The aim here is to help you in your thinking about where it is you want to work and why.
In this article, I explore the differences between teaching in a state or private school and how it may impact your own professional esteem and fulfilment.
Where to search for a teaching position - some options:
TES/COBIS https://www.tes.com/jobs/
Twitter – advertise yourself!
Teacher horizons www.teacherhorizons.com
E-Teach
UK Government dedicated website https://teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/
In this video, I discuss how to find out about a particular school:
•Job Advert – wording, visuals, ethos
•Search local newspapers/press*
•OFSTED report (BSO/PENTA/COBIS)
•International Schools Review
•LinkedIn/Twitter – find employees
•Visit School – speak to staff/students, gauge atmosphere
•Find out about leader values/vision
•Google Reviews
In this lecture, I detail the key elements of a successful letter of application for any teaching job.
An example of a teaching job application
An example of a teaching job application
An example of a teaching job application
In this lecture, I advise on the job interview itself, talking through some of the key things to be aware of.
In this lecture, I talk to two experienced school leaders about what they are looking for in interview candidates and the questions they like to ask. Featuring Caroline Derbyshire and Nav Sanghara.
This lecture focuses on advice regarding an online face to face interview.
An extensive list of potential interview questions.
Thanks and good luck!
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