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  1. How will TIE give ME an advantage in getting the best job possible teaching abroad?

    The International Educator has been serving overseas schools for almost 20 years. Many Heads of School use TIE to preselect candidates to interview at Recruiting Fairs. In some cases, they use TIE as their only source for recruiting.

    A subscription allows you immediate access to prominent schools looking for staff. When you enter your data into the Resume Bank, over 375 headmasters worldwide could view your resume. As many as 200 schools have current, active international teaching jobs on www.tieonline.com.

    TIE provides immediate access to jobs, as they become available - and easy contact between you and those seeking candidates.

  2. How will TIE's Instant Job Notification service help me to be teaching overseas soon?

    When you register for this service (additional $29 fee), you may pre-select three (3) positions you are qualified to teach. As soon as a school posts one of your pre-selections, you receive email notification immediately. Within this email message, you can view the ad. Then with one click, you can notify the school of your interest and include a link to your resume in the Resume Bank. This immediate contact gives you an advantage over other applicants.

  3. Do I have to be bi-lingual?

    No, you will be teaching your subject in English.

  4. Is teaching certification and / or experience required?

    Yes, in almost every case. Certification ensures that educators meet teacher education program approval standards adopted by the State Board of Education (SBE). Persons who meet SBE test requirements, complete approved programs, and meet background clearance requirements are eligible for certification. However, internships are often accepted and some schools will help with the certification process.

  5. What do I need to do to become certified?

    For more information on how to become certified, go to:
    http://www.uky.edu/Education/TEP/usacert.html

  6. How do I go about getting a VISA?

    There are two websites that offer information on obtaining a VISA so you can teach overseas:
    http://travel.state.gov and http://www.passportsandvisas.com

  7. Do International school salaries permit significant savings?

    Savings are almost certain: but the amount varies. It may depend more on the cost of living or housing benefit, than on the gross salary level. A single teacher could save from $5,000 to $35,000 annually, depending on the school and location. A teaching couple can save much more. The Far East, followed by the Middle East, provides the biggest savings. Many set their sights on Western Europe, but local taxes and a high cost of living minimizes any savings.

  8. What benefits can I expect?

    Housing or housing allowance; travel costs; home (summer) travel leave - every 1 or 2 years; comprehensive health insurance; sick leave; and a tax free salary in almost every school - except in Western Europe. Schools in Western European countries do not provide housing or allowance and may collect significant taxes and social security fees at the outset, or after two years of residence.

  9. If my spouse does not teach overseas, what are my chances a school will accept us?

    Preference is for teaching couples, but if you are a strong candidate there shouldn't be a problem. There could possibly be an obstacle in obtaining a visa for the non-teaching spouse.

  10. Can I bring my children? If so, can they attend the school where I teach abroad without fees?

    Yes, in most cases, but larger families may have some difficulty. Your children may attend your school at no cost to you. Moreover, this academic education will be generally superior to that offered in public schools.

  11. How long is an initial contract to teach abroad at an International School?

    Usually two (2) years, except in special situations.

  12. Should I go to an International School Recruiting Conference for teaching abroad?

    This makes sense, but only if you have gained several schools' interest in you in advance. Through TIE's job ads and resume bank services, your chances of an interview increase tremendously. If you go to the conference hoping to make first contact with the schools, you may be seriously disappointed. The pressures, sign-up lines, and time constraints are severe at the major conferences.

  13. If I get a job in an overseas school, would I be allowed to bring a pet with me?

    This would be up to the individual school. Even if they give permission, each airline has its own rules (e.g. a pet can be quarantined for a period of time when it arrives in another country).

  14. If I subscribe today, how soon can I access the job ads?

    Immediately! Once you pay by credit card (our site is secure) you will have full access to the TIE website utilizing your newly created User ID and Password.