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OBTAINING THE TEACHING POSITION YOU HAVE BEEN AIMING

Moulding the minds of the future generation few callings could be higher. If youre one of the special people who have received the beckon of a career in education, then eagerly rise to the challenge.

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Teachers Recruitment Extends Overseas To Fill Teaching Posts Across The UK Finding Good Teacher Jobs Finding Overseas Teaching Jobs UK Better Learning In Classrooms With Excellent Teaching Assistants Where To Find Teaching Vacancy Advertisements 3

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Teachers Recruitment Extends Overseas To Fill Teaching Posts Across The UK

In Southeast Asian countries, daily periodicals display advertisements for teaching jobs available in the UK. With the often troubled educational system of schools across the region, many teachers easily respond to the ad, in hopes that they will grow professionally in the UK something which they cannot fully do in their home countries. The common problem for teachers in these countries is the fact that good teaching positions rarely come by, and the teachers are some of the most overworked yet underpaid professionals there are. While these teachers love their jobs and their students, they also have to take into consideration the needs of their families, which their meagre salary cannot sufficiently meet. Apart from this problem, there are also numerous areas in the region where theres political unrest, so even if there are schools and children who want to learn, classes do not always go smoothly, often due to violent conditions. Its for these reasons that teachers recruitment efforts by UK agencies include monitoring educational systems abroad and extending their search overseas, because aside from the fact that they get to fill the vacant teaching positions by the client schools, they actually help foreign teachers effectively practice their profession and grow.

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Aside from Englishspeaking countries in Asia, recruitment agencies also target technologicallyadvanced Japan and Korea for teachers. Countries outside of Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa and Jamaica are also prime sources of teachers for ESL, Maths subjects and sciences. It was also reported recently that Northern Ireland is supplying teachers to the UK and recruitment agencies are even financially supporting the teachers who respond to the demand. The report also states how Northern Ireland teachers cannot seem to find a job for love or money and the growing problem is that as each year goes by, these people become de-skilled and more lacking in confidence. Two or three years down the line, when things change and jobs are in abundance, those teachers wont apply or wont be considered. Because of this, these teachers are already grabbing the opportunity to teach abroad through the job expos where teaching agencies take part in most weekends now, instead of just waiting around for positions to open in local schools. The large demand for teachers is projected to linger for the next couple of years as the British education system welcomes even more reforms and innovations (like the free schools of select organizations) and also if the country continues to lose its education major graduates to other work fields. Teaching agencies are committed to providing highly skilled teachers to schools, even if they have to travel far and wide to find them. Click here to learn more details. Page | 4 www.sanzateaching.com COPYRIGHT 2013

Finding Good Teacher Jobs

Moulding the minds of the future generation few callings could be higher. If youre one of the special people who have received the beckon of a career in education, then eagerly rise to the challenge. Get the right training and qualifications, and soon you can start looking for teacher jobs you can apply for. While some people mistakenly think (drawing from their own experience inside a classroom) that teaching is humdrum and not very financially rewarding, it actually makes a great career choice. Teaching presents a one-of-a-kind work environment and not very many professions are as inspirational and influential as it is. Its not all altruism, however; the perks are also not too shabby. You get lots of breaks, with summer vacation usually being the longest. The winter/holiday break also lasts weeks. While other people return to work after a couple of days off, teachers get to savour the holidays longer. For some people, one of the greatest benefits of being a teacher is the chance to work overseas. Travel is a dream for many, and with teacher jobs in abundance in many attractive destinations, being a teacher is definitely something that can allow them to live that dream. In fact, more and more teachers are choosing to take this path in their career. While many do so to sate their wanderlust, others, especially the ones from third world countries, choose to find posts abroad for the much higher pay. Teacher jobs may truly be aplenty, but you cant expect the offers to come pouring in without you having to lift a finger. Opportunity comes to those who seek it. To find the teaching post that would make you happy, you have to do something to access various teaching opportunities. In any case, theyre not all of the same calibre. Just like in any other profession, there are ideal posts, frustrating posts, challenging posts, etc. There are posts that are more of mission work and would only appeal to teachers of certain mettle, with a noble desire for Page | 5 www.sanzateaching.com COPYRIGHT 2013

truly selfless service. To land the just the right job, youll do well to engage the services of a teaching agency. When choosing which teaching agency to sign up with, consider its number of years in the business as well as its reputation. Companies that have been around for a long time have traditions, records, and a standing in both the industry and in their particular community to protect. They wouldnt engage in unsavoury practices that would besmirch their good name. They would also have the experience and connections necessary for them to provide great service. With the help of the right teaching agency, you can soon be successful at finding the work that will not only give you a sense of fulfillment, but will also compensate you well for your efforts. Visit www.sanzateaching.com/ for more details regarding this matter.

Finding Overseas Teaching Jobs UK

Every year, batches of gifted and qualified teachers leave their homeland in pursuit of job opportunities abroad. Whatever their reason may be for choosing to work in a distant land, doing so lets them embark on an adventure that will hopefully not only enrich them in experiences, but in terms of finances as well. Finding posts that will give them true fulfilment is definitely the hope. Page | 6 www.sanzateaching.com COPYRIGHT 2013

A country that usually presents options for foreign teachers is the United Kingdom. Being among the first world nations, it presents an ideal setup. Theres a certain prestige in being a teacher in the UK, and a salary in pound sterling makes for great financial compensation. In order for teachers to find the choice teaching jobs UK has to offer, they would be wise to sign up with an established and reputable teaching agency. When deciding which recruitment agency to go with, its best to do the appropriate research. Besides making enquiries regarding number of years of experience, accreditation, clientele, network, etc., its also important to take note of what they require of their candidates. Thats a clear indication that theyre working with institutions that uphold high standards. And as much as they ask their teachers to be qualified and equipped with all the necessary certificates and licenses, they also pride themselves with their own credentials. Its an effective way to assure credibility from all sides.

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In the UK, its best to get QTS or Qualified Teacher Status in order to land great teaching jobs. UK teachers obtain this to be eligible for posts in state-maintained schools in England and Wales. To acquire their QTS, teachers should have a Bachelor of Education diploma. Those who did not major in Education may choose to get a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or be admitted in the Graduate Teacher Program to work toward gaining their QTS. Those whove already had many years of experience as an unqualified teacher may go for assessment-based teacher training to gain their QTS. Meanwhile, foreign teachers may apply for the Overseas Trained Teacher Program for their QTS. Of course, the QTS is something that a recruitment agency can help their candidates with. In fact, good teaching agencies make sure to have more than enough resources to help their roster of teachers fortify their training in education. Besides these, its also important for an agency to be sufficiently staffed to be able to efficiently cater to all their clients. This is especially helpful to foreign teachers Page | 8 www.sanzateaching.com COPYRIGHT 2013

who are operating without the usual accessible moral support of friends and family. Teaching in the UK can certainly be a boon to any teacher working toward a fulfilling and illustrious career. Having the services of an excellent teaching agency can certainly help good teachers achieve this. Read the information mentioned here to have a deeper understanding about this topic.

Better Learning In Classrooms With Excellent Teaching Assistants

Teaching assistants or teachers aides are in demand these days. Schools are acknowledging that much of teachers time is spent on administrative requirements, lesson plans, meeting standards, etc. Having teaching assistants around effectively lightens their load and allows them to perform their job more efficiently. Whilst a teacher is taken up with these activities, a teaching assistant, often referred to as TA, can help look after the students. The partnership between a teacher and a teaching assistant ensures that all the students get some individualised attention, which is especially important in the case of Page | 9 www.sanzateaching.com COPYRIGHT 2013

children with special needs. Although the responsibilities of a teaching assistant vary from school to school, they mostly involve providing support to the teachers. Depending on which area the teacher needs help with, the teaching assistant could help out with classroom management, pupil assessment, recess or lunchtime supervision, etc. They may also serve as hallway or play yard monitors and perform other similar functions. In other cases, their support may be directed toward a particular pupil who needs individualised attention due to some special educational need; this could be related to a learning, emotional, behavioural, or physical disability. Of course, other students also benefit from the larger supply of personal attention with the presence of teaching assistants on hand. In many cases, students feel more at ease with TAs and develop a closer relationship with them. At times, teaching assistants may be engaged in providing support to the school itself or its activities, as in the case of parents evenings and other such affairs. They can perform many behind-the-scenes tasks, take care of the little details, and generally just mind anything else that will allow the administration to run a tighter ship. Although the job concerns a non-certified position, there are now training courses for those who want to become TAs. Schools are now also more particular about the teachers aides they hire. To ensure quality, they often turn to teaching agencies to supply them with both teachers and TAs. The work may not be as lucrative as that of a certified teacher, but it suits other people better, especially those who may want to pursue other interests, devote more time to family, etc. At the end of the day, teaching assistants have a delightful and fulfilling job. The responsibilities may be less than those of regular teachers, but the chance to positively influence a childs life is the same. For additional information, visit SanzaTeaching.com. Page | 10 www.sanzateaching.com COPYRIGHT 2013

Where To Find Teaching Vacancy Advertisements

Many people are enticed to work in London for a variety of reasons. Some like the perks and benefits. There are those attracted to the idea of travelling to a foreign country in order to experience another culture. Still, there are some who are enamoured by the idea of living in one of the most dynamic cities in the world. However, applying for every teaching vacancy that you see does not necessarily increase your chances of landing a teaching job. Just like applying for any other job opening, adequate preparation and getting the right information can increase your chances of getting the job that appeals to you. There are several ways to check for job openings. Local authorities or LAs make use of a registration scheme and database. Basically, applications are collected from applicants. Afterwards, these are given to head teachers so that in the event that there is a teaching vacancy in their school, they may select from this list. Still, there are schools that publish advertisements in print or online job portals. If you have worked previously as a supply teacher in some schools, you can reach out to the network you have created. Probably one of the best ways to get your foot on the door is by availing the services of a teaching agency. With their experience and vast resources, you can have access to job openings that you may not have seen in classified listings or openings you may have overlooked.

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Typically, LAs release advertisements for pooling between December and January. In most schools, teachers who are set to leave the school they are currently teaching in have until the end of May to signify their intent to resign their post. It is usually around this time that schools publish advertisements about vacant posts in their schools. Note, however, that schools may advertise posts earlier or at a later date. When applying for a post, make sure that you double-check the information that you write down. Check your dates, your spelling and make sure that everything is readable. With all things held equal, a well-crafted personal or supporting statement can be your ticket to landing the job you are eyeing. Make sure that you follow the instruction given to you. It is not a good idea to simply make a generic statement for every opening that you are applying for. Instead, take your time to construct an individual statement for every opening that you are applying for, putting emphasis on your strengths and merits. To check any available vacancies, check out this website.

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