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Storyline Online, streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations. Each book includes a supplemental curriculum developed by a credentialed elementary educator, aiming to strengthen comprehension and verbal and written skills for English-language learners. Storyline Online is a program of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. https://www.storylineonline.net/

Texts with accompanying questions for educators and now parents to use. Also, a way to track student progress with the teacher dashboard. https://www.commonlit.org/

This is one of my favorite sites and every school should consider purchasing it. Right now, free. But, totally worth the money all year long. They take authentic content from the world's most trusted providers and turn it into learning materials that are classroom-ready. Up-to-date, high-interest articles that meet students right at their level. Students can select their Lexile level and teachers can see how long they spend on each article and what skills they master. https://newsela.com/

A library of over 60,000 free eBooks. Project Gutenberg is a collection of books in the public domain, made available for convenient reading on digital devices https://www.gutenberg.org/

During CoVid19, there are all free.Kids everywhere can instantly stream and listen to an incredible collection of stories, including titles across six different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids. All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet. https://stories.audible.com/start-listen

Welcome to the site. I would recommend Search Associates. They are the great IMHO. TieOnline.com is a good listing agent. The nicest group to work with is trueteaching.com It is a husband and wife team and they personally know all the school and interview every candidate.

1. WBAIS, Israel 2. International College of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon 3. International School of Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya 4. Istanbul International Community School, Istanbul, Turkey 5. American Community School of Amman, Jordan 6. American Overseas School of Rome, Rome, Italy 7. American Community School, Beirut, Lebanon 8. American Embassy School, New Delhi, India 9. Taipei American School, Taipei, Taiwan 10. Schutz American School in Alexandria, Egypt. 11. International School of Islamabad 12. American Nicaraguan School, Managua, Nicaragua Please add to this list if you know other schools.

Congratulations Rosham for winning the 2018 4,000 USD prize! We hope you enjoy your summer !

Welcome! We are so happy to have you here!

I found this recently and it sounds promising. One friend is in the program now. I think it gives you certification in Florida. https://www.teacherready.org

Welcome Sonya!

I agree Kris. Eating at those places often remind me of being back in the states and while I don't miss living there, I do miss some things about it.

Welcome! Where you have taught at over the years?

Welcome Marcel! Sounds like you have worked all over the place. Where are you now?

This is good to know. I got my first international gig from them as well.

Ryan International School murder: CBI says Class XI student killed Pradhyuman to delay exams, parent-teacher meet. http://www.firstpost.com/india/ryan-international-school-murder-cbi-says-class-xi-student-killed-pradhyuman-to-delay-exams-parent-teacher-meet-4199271.html What a truly sad story.

Wow. A great deal of experience. Welcome!

I have friends who work in Kenya and love the country. This is a sad piece of news. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-10-20/australian-teacher-gabrielle-maina-shot-dead-in-nairobi/9068580

Once you make a first post in the Intro forum, you can post anywhere you wish at any time.

Welcome. I love Costa Rica. It is simply beautiful. I don't know of many international schools there. We are happy to have you here to share your experiences!

Win $4,000 USD for the summer of 2018! We are having a Forum Contest at InternationalEducators.com. The economy is struggling in most parts of the world. People have lost retirement investment and their portfolios are down. Many have said they are unable enjoy their summer this year as it is cost prohibitive. We are here are help with our Give-A-Way. The prize: A round-trip ticket from your city to any destination of your choice (up to 1500 USD). Plus, we will get you an American Express Travelers Check or a prepaid ATM for 2500 USD. You can use that $2500 for hotels, meals or barhopping from one place to the next. It is up to you what you do with the prize money. So, the prize is an airline ticket up to 1500 (we book for you) and 2500 to spend! So, a total of up to 4,000 USD! It is a chance to have a free trip during your summer of 2018! All teachers deserve a wonderful summer and we want to help one person have an extra special summer! The way to enter: 1. Join InternationalEducators.com 2. For every 100 posts you have on the site, you get one entry into the contest (up to 5 entries). For each review you post, you get one entry into the contest (up to 3 reviews). 3. Contest begins today and goes through May 30, 2018. 4. If you have over 100 posts on May 30, 2018, you will get one entry for each 100 posts. For example, if you have 400 posts on May 30, 2018, that is four tickets you get for the Lucky Draw. If you have 400 posts plus 2 reviews, that is six tickets for the Lucky Draw. 5. To qualify, the posts must be reasonable quality. One or two word posts will not count. While this post is in the main forum, there are other forums here as well and all qualify. In the first week in June 2018, we will have a draw and the person whose name comes out of the hat will be the winner. This draw will be held in Bangkok in front of any local teachers who wish to participate. We hope that you sign in and spend some time in the forums and if you have a review to submit of a school you have worked at, there is no better time than the present. Again, thank you for your support and we hope you have a wonderful school year! Be sure your first post is in the Introduction Forum so that you can then post without Moderation! The staff at InternationalEducators.com

South Korean immigration officials are forcing the closure of an international school that teaches the B.C. curriculum and ordering 14 B.C.-certified teachers to leave the country, according to the B.C. government. The Canada B.C. International School (CBIS) was suddenly ordered out of South Korea on April 11. Immigration officials have ordered it to stay out for a year in the first phase of a crackdown on international schools. B.C.'s Ministry of Education posted an update on the school on April 27. It confirmed that "the school recently confirmed to the ministry that it did not have appropriate local licensing." http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/offshore-international-school-south-korean-cbis-1.4087304

Yantai Huasheng International School (YHIS) in Yantai, Shandong Province, is under heavy criticism for the alleged cover-up of the deaths of two Korean students during a field trip. The students, surnamed Cho and Choi, drowned while swimming in the Moei River in Thailand during the school trip on Mar. 24. The school has avoided investigating the incident and refused to pay compensation to the bereaved families. About five people a year drown in the river but the school did not properly educate the students, according to the families. http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2017/04/251_228331.html

At the Bourbon Street Cafe at 8:00 PM on Friday, June 2, we drew from a post that included all posters who had written a review since the contest started. The winning person is Gypsy who wrote a review of The World Academy in KAEC, Saudi Arabia. Congratulations Gypsy! I have spoken to the poster and made arrangements for the transfer of money. I hope your summer is better because of the 4k!

For many international educators, the place to go is China. Not only is the pay often great, allowing you to save, but the country itself is becoming more influential on the global stage. This means that having experience in China can help you build a more impressive resume or CV for future positions. That said, just like anywhere else, some schools are better than others. And, some locations are more desirable. In China, the best overall city to teach in is Shanghai – where you can be part of an international community and gain great experience. We talked to some people who have taught in Shanghai, and did our own research, to come up with a list of 10 of the best schools to teach at in the city. This list isn't in any particular order – and remember, even a great school isn't right for everyone, because we're all looking for different things from our experience as an international educator. 1. Shanghai American School. For over 100 years, considered the gold standard of international schools in Shanghai. It offers an American-based prep school education, but students can also go for an International Baccalaureate. 2. Shanghai Community International School. The first school in the city to receive accreditation from the National Council of Curriculum and Textbooks. Run by a non-profit group in Michigan, SCIS works to provide an American educational experience in China. 3. Yew Chung International School of Shanghai. An unusual school. It takes many aspects of a traditional UK education, but then adds in role play experiences of real-world challenges students might encounter in their adult lives. Some people describe it as a holistic learning environment. A bi-cultural learning environment is at the core of the school's mandate. 4. The British International School. A traditional British international school with a twist: Each class gets a volunteer “Room Parent" who helps with classroom needs. The school says, "We believe passionately in learning, and our modern approach to education continues to help our students shine. Great teachers, committed students and a community spirit that emphasizes the rewards from hard work and engagement have consistently delivered world class results at every level in the school." Teachers at the school often stay for long periods of time. It is part of the Nord Angelica Network of schools. 5. Concordia International School. A Lutheran school designed not only to educate but also nurture the mind, body and spirit. In just 16 years, it grew from 22 students to well over a thousand because of its growing reputation. Friends that work there love the school and say the pay is great and the apartments are amazing. Students at the school believe their education is top-notch and the school participates in sports around the globe. 6. Dulwich College of Shanghai. This is a very selective school; there are entrance exams and interviews for the student candidates. They put a high preference on children who can demonstrate artistic or athletic excellence. 7. Western International School of Shanghai. The place to teach in Shanghai if you are interested in the arts. A huge amount of emphasis is put on creative activities and helping children understand the humanities. From one teacher, "I would add that there is a lot of emphasis on community building (Being an arts based school definitely helps define that). Everyone gets along (admin, teachers, parents, students). Was really a great group of people to work with. The schedule and workload can get demanding for core subject teachers. Makes Friday night drinks with your team all the better however. Highly recommend working there if you want to be working at a school where you feel like you are a part of the family." 8. Britannica International School. British-owned and managed, the school is invested in STEM classes as well as making the students bilingual in Chinese and British English. 9. Shanghai Livingston International School. Founded by former Louisiana Senator Bob Livingston. All of the classes are based on creating real-life projects in this school, and follows California education standards. 10. Shanghai SMIC. This school offers a decent package and great students. The school keeps growing and is always filled to capacity with many on the wait list. They have one of the highest pass rates for AP classes than just about any other school. You will work your butt off here, but it is a good experience for most teachers. cc InternationalEducators.com 2017