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Social Media in the Classroom – Cool or Not Cool? Facebook and texting are a part of every child’s life, but should it be part of the classroom? More and more students come to school with their smartphones and have access to Facebook even when some schools block access on their computers. Many teachers we speak to say… Read more »

Teaching in Doha – What is it like? What should I be aware of? The SeekTeachersâ„¢ team continues their quest to give you the “real deal” insight into the working life in various areas.  This time round we got the “low down” from a very experienced senior teacher in Qatar, Doha. There are definitely some golden nuggets to take away from… Read more »

A Short & Dirty Guide for Teachers Seeking International Teaching Jobs There are about 5000 international schools around the world which are growing at a fast rate! The majority of these schools are Private international schools. This means they are essentially operated as businesses and funded by directors whose penultimate goal is to make a… Read more »

Teaching Jobs in Dubai Get a high paying teaching job Dubai has more than 30% of its population as expatriates. This has increased the number of teaching jobs in Dubai. To get a high paying job there are some fundamental things you should be aware of: The standard of Education in Dubai means that expatriates… Read more »

Teaching Jobs Overseas – “educating the world“ Education around the world is growing and growing fast! International schools are growing in recognition as more students (local and expats) are achieving some of the places at top universities around the world.  For this reason alone the number of international schools is growing at a dramatic rate,… Read more »

The Demand for English Teachers   As the world evolves, technology develops, new courses and curricula come and go and the system undergoes rapid administration and amendments, but the demand for teaching and learning English is, and will always be, in demand. English is the global language of choice and with more international schools on… Read more »

If I am SINGLE, is it safe? What can I do? Where can I go? As promised SeekTeachersâ„¢ has begun to get the low down about working in India. In a series of blogs about working there, here is some more juicy information coming straight from a real educational veteran, Mr Utpal Betai.   “Life… Read more »

Teaching in India – What is it really like? In an approach to provide more real life experiences of what it’s like teaching overseas in various parts of the world, SeekTeachersâ„¢ has begun to get the real low down from actual people who have been there and done it and can share their experiences with you.We begin with… Read more »

I have sent so many job applications and have had no response yet… Argghhhhhh!!!   Have you applied to loads of jobs and not heard a single thing back and the thought about why no one is responding is running through your mind.  Well, I am sure some of you have been there and for… Read more »

Great I have an interview, but… What do I do? What do I need? What should I prepare   These questions no doubt will enter your mind especially if you’re a Newly Qualified Teacher looking for your first teaching job abroad. In fact, middle and senior managers should also be thinking about these questions if… Read more »