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Preparing for a Teaching Interview: What Really Makes the Difference

Every year, I interview teachers for roles in our schools. Some are immediately compelling. Others have strong experience on paper but struggle to tr...

The Situation in the Middle East

We know many of you are watching events in the Middle East closely, and we want to speak to you directly, honestly, and without alarm. We have rec...

Why Good Teachers Sometimes Don’t Get the Job

Understanding what schools are really looking for. Each recruitment season, I receive messages from teachers asking the same question: “Why do I kee...

Why We Didn’t Shortlist You

If you are wondering why you weren't shortlisted for a position, read an honest view from the school side of recruitment Every recruitment season, s...

What Makes a Great International Teacher?

Beyond Degrees And Experience. What Makes a Great International Teacher? International schools receive thousands of applications each year, many fro...

What Makes a Great International School Employer?

Beyond Salary And Benefits. What Makes a Great International School Employer? International schools compete hard for great teachers. Many focus hea...

Recruitment Roadblocks in International Teacher Recruitment

Recruitment Roadblocks in International Teacher Recruitment At the recent British Schools in the Middle East (BSME) Conference, I had the privileg...

Should You Teach Abroad?

Are you thinking about teaching abroad? You’re not alone. Thousands of teachers each year take their careers ov

From Principal to Group Director: Is the Grass Really Greener?

Leadership in education isn’t a ladder to climb but a journey to navigate. Andrew Dalton reflects on his move from Principal to Group Director, explo...

The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire

A poor recruitment decision costs far more than money; it can undermine learning, morale, and a school’s reputation long after the teacher has gone. ...

The Value of Staying in the Classroom: Not Everyone Wants to Lead

Not every great teacher aspires to lead, and schools are stronger when passionate educators choose to stay in the classroom, doing what they do best....

Stuck in a Rut?

Stuck in a Rut? Why Schools Keep Recruiting the Same Way (and What Needs to Change) Andrew Dalton, Group Director of Education, Internationa...