Declining Birth Rates: A Looming Challenge for International Schools
Are your schools hallways looking emptier than usual? It might be due to declining birth rates around the world. Families are having fewer children these days, and this demographic shift poses a significant challenge for international schools. Global fertility rates have dropped by a staggering 50% over the past 70 years. Experts predict that by […]
How School Leaders are Cultivating a Healthy Teaching Environment in 2024
Cultivating a thriving teaching environment in 2024 requires a bold departure from traditional norms. Explore these innovative strategies—from mindfulness programs to teacher exchanges, virtual mentoring networks, and beyond—that can help redefine the educational landscape and empower educators and students alike. Mindfulness and Wellness Programs Introduce mindfulness and wellness programs tailored specifically for educators. Offer meditation […]
Analysis Reveals 5 Main Differences in Challenges Men, Women, White, Non-White, Internationally Hired, and Locally Hired Heads of Schools Face
A recent comprehensive CIS Research analysis based on responses from a diverse sample of school leaders revealed the main challenges faced by school heads around the globe. The study included insights from a group of men and women who are White, non-White, and were either internationally or locally hired. All responses attributed the respondent’s data […]
Does Your School Have a DEIJ Policy? Why A DEIJ Statement Is Important
Why is DEIJ Important? Understanding the Significance in International Education For recruiters, hiring managers, and school leaders, embracing DEIJ principles is not just a moral imperative, it’s a strategic necessity in fostering a thriving educational community that celebrates and supports individuals from all backgrounds. Do all schools have DEIJ policies? According to the International Education […]
Insights and Strategies for Navigating the International School Recruitment Landscape in 2024
Introducing the Recruitment Ready Workshop Series The Recruitment Ready Workshop Series is a comprehensive webinar series that equips school leaders and administrators with actionable strategies and insights to revolutionize their approach to teacher recruitment, retention, and professional development in 2024. Navigating the International Recruitment Landscape In the fast-paced world of international education, staying current with […]
The International Education Recruitment Report for 2024 is Officially Out
In the dynamic landscape of international education, recruiting and retaining top-notch teachers is an ongoing challenge for schools worldwide. As we step into 2024, Teach Away proudly presents the 7th annual International Education Recruitment Report (IERR), a comprehensive guide enriched with data-driven insights and actionable strategies to empower schools in overcoming the hurdles of teacher […]
What Can Schools Do Beyond The Job Post To Attract Qualified Teaching Candidates?
You spend time crafting a great job posting, you believe that your position is a solid fit for many teachers, but then you finally post and…crickets. Why aren’t candidates breaking down your virtual door? Here are some elements to boost your chances of turning your trickle of applications into a flood. Think beyond the teaching […]
Your 2024 Teach Away Recruitment Resources Gift Box | Unwrapped
A round-up of all 2023’s most favorited recruitment resources for schools and leaders in international education! In the spirit of reflection and celebration, we’re pleased to present the standout teacher recruitment resources that have been most shared amongst our teaching community. These carefully curated tools have played a pivotal role in identifying and securing high-caliber […]
Is Achieving Cultural Fit Easy for Teachers in a New Country?
About The Author Jane has considerable experience in the world of international education. She first became involved in teacher and educational leader recruitment while working in Abu Dhabi. Over eight years, Jane worked with colleagues and agencies organizing extensive recruitment campaigns around the globe. Today, Jane uses her knowledge and experience to support schools and […]
Gen Z Teachers: Get To Know The Next Generation of Educators
The mythical Gen Z. Who are they? What do they want? And more importantly, why should you hire them to teach at your educational institution? Gone are the days of buttoned-up schoolmarms, banging meter sticks against the chalkboard, ruling their students with an iron fist. Today’s newest crop of future educators is anything but old […]