Timing is Everything

Most international schools hire once a year and do not have fixed mid-term resignation dates. Most African, Middle Eastern, European, Far Eastern and Southeast Asian schools start in September, whereas some schools in the southern hemisphere in Latin American and some Southeast Asian schools start in February or March.

International schools usually plan on hiring a full complement of staff before the school year starts and contracts are usually between one and three years. This means that mid-season placements are usually last-minute as a result of an illness, maternity leave or unexpected resignation. Teachers who are available at short notice mid-year can find that they will be considered by very high quality schools which might otherwise require more experience, but must be able to leave within weeks of a job offer.

Teachers can register with Teachanywhere at anytime during the year, but for those who are already in contracts with long notice periods, as often happens in the UK, South Africa and Ireland, we ask that you register with us as early as possible.