The One Mistake All Recruiters Make
Many recruiters, feeling the pressure to fill teaching vacancies quickly, often make the same one mistake: asking candidates for documents upfront. Some of the most commonly requested documentation includes: While this is usually done with the intention of streamlining the hiring process, asking too early in the process can have the opposite effect—overwhelming and discouraging […]
Teach Away Unwrapped | Recruitment Resources For 2025
Happiest of holidays to Teach Away’s beloved education community. As we wrap up 2024, we want to thank you for letting us be part of your recruitment strategy. From our best hiring tips to tried and tested successful recruitment strategies, we rounded up the year’s best articles for you in one handy place for you […]
The Most Critical Components of Background Screenings
As student safety takes center stage, international schools are navigating new and significant challenges in effectively vetting potential employees. Kannan Chettiar, the visionary founder of Avvanz, has transformed this critical process with an innovative screening platform that has uncovered fake resumes, inflated experiences, and fraudulent claims. In our recent podcast episode of School of Talk […]
One Hiring Approach Other Recruiters Aren’t Using That You Should
Building a diverse and talented teaching staff is a persistent challenge, and this year is no exception. With a majority of hiring currently taking place, schools should be examining and relying less on traditional recruitment methods. One critical strategy that many recruiters overlook is adopting a school-agnostic approach to hiring teachers. A school-agnostic approach represents […]
A Look at the Growth of Forest Schools | Implementing Forest School Principles in Your Institution
If your school has been struggling to balance academic rigor with the growing demand for nature-based, experiential education, you know how crucial it is to stay ahead of educational trends. Enter forest schools—a transformative movement reshaping education worldwide. From Japan to the UK to the US and beyond, forest schools are growing and promoting student-led […]
How to Start the Teacher Recruitment Process | A Step-by-Step Guide for New International School Hiring Managers
Is your school new to the teacher recruitment process? If so, you’re likely grappling with the challenges that come with it. With a limited pool of qualified candidates and rising attrition rates, finding and retaining the best educators has become increasingly difficult. This challenge can impact both your school’s staffing and the quality of student […]
What Impact Will a Second Trump Administration Have On U.S. Education? Insights for International School Leaders
The 2024 U.S. presidential election has resulted in Donald Trump’s return to office, a development that is expected to bring significant changes to education policies in the United States. As international school leaders, staying informed about global education trends is crucial, and this shift in U.S. leadership offers valuable insights for educators worldwide. The proposed […]
Is Your School’s Employer Brand Strong Enough to Attract Top Talent?
In the highly competitive world of international education, schools are grappling with a major challenge: how to attract and keep outstanding teaching talent. As the pool of qualified educators continues to shrink while the demand for international teaching positions grows, it’s essential for schools to find ways to set themselves apart. This is where employer […]
The Growing Importance of a Talent Acquisition Function in International Schools
Is your school’s recruitment strategy keeping up with the digital age? Traditionally, schools have often relied on a body of staff to contribute to the recruitment efforts of prospective staff ranging from receptionists to head of schools. While most schools have an admin assistant or a small-scale HR function, recruitment typically falls under one of […]
How Kuwait’s International Schools Are Leaping Ahead With Their STEM Game | STEM Day is Nov 8th, 2024
What does it take to prepare students for careers that don’t yet exist? This is the question at the heart of the STEM education revolution sweeping through international schools in Kuwait. As global competition intensifies and technology advances at breakneck speed, school leaders face the daunting challenge of keeping pace with the rapidly evolving landscape […]