As a growing number of North American educators seek unique cultural and
professional experiences by teaching abroad, they need a comprehensive resource
that addresses the many questions educators face when pursuing such a path. This
collection combines the personal experiences of teachers from varying
backgrounds, placements, and teaching assignments, with practical resources such
as listings of recruiting agencies, job fairs, country research tools, and
salary guidelines.
Growing naturally from people's need to share their stories with those preparing
to join the camaraderie of international teaching, this project resists the
formalities of academic or purely informative reporting. There are many
variables in overseas teaching—culture shock, housing and transportation,
schools and classrooms,