Teach Away & ISCHR Workshop: Taking a Look at the Future of Teacher Compensation in 2022
Teachers provide guidance for students to excel in their studies and in life. The role of a teacher is fundamental and powerful. It’s one of the few professions whose sole purpose is to shape and develop the minds of naturally inquisitive students. Because of this, it’s no surprise that teachers ask simply to be compensated […]
Why international schools should consider online job fairs for recruitment this year
In-person job fairs have long been the norm. In the past, firm handshakes and steady eye contact with new candidates was the best way to size up potential. But as things change, so must those who do not adapt. And when COVID-19 hit, everything changed: International schools had to come up with an effective digital […]
How teaching English abroad expands cultural awareness and world views
We’re more interconnected than ever before. Increased migration has given birth to more diverse communities, while improvements in transportation, trade, and communication have all played a part in creating a more global world. Multiculturalism has encouraged us to learn more about each other and appreciate our similarities and differences, also helping us understand why we […]
5 reasons why recruitment diversity is beneficial for international education
Recruitment diversity is a concept that encompasses more than we sometimes realize. Topics related to race, gender, nationality and sexuality tend to frame many discussions on building more inclusive environments, but there is so much more to understanding diversity. It can also include disabilities, a person’s socio-economic background, age, education, religious beliefs and political opinions. For […]
5 tips for effective recruitment and selection of online tutors
Online learning is booming. Recent studies reveal that the e-learning space will be worth a staggering $325 billion by the end of 2025. COVID-19 is, of course, one reason that e-learning is now one of the most significantly growing markets worldwide. But guidelines on social distancing have also helped illustrate what many in the ed-tech […]
How HR functions within schools play an integral role in fostering community and wellness during COVID-19
Since the start of the global pandemic, the world has had to transform overnight. This has been especially true for the education sector. Some teachers had an advantage due to online teaching experience, but most faced several challenges. Teachers had to adapt to major obstacles such as student equity, access to technology, technical support, and […]