How Do You Ace The Overseas Teaching Job Fair?
Job fairs can seem overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. For teachers looking for teaching jobs overseas, job fairs are a great way to meet perspective employers. You get a chance to size them up and to make a good impression. Just keep a few things in mind to make job fairs manageable and so you can find the teaching jobs you want. Decide what region you want your teaching job to be in. Consider things like climate, urban vs. rural environments, developed vs. third-world countries and whether you must speak a foreign language. Research your job fairs ahead of time. Before you attend, check the job fairs’ websites to get a look at who will be there and set goals for yourself. Write a list of the top 5 or 10 schools you want to meet (see Resources below). Prepare ahead of time by making a short list of your assets and memorize them. That way, you don’t have to worry about freezing up or going blank during your interview. You’ll have a memorized, “go to” list at your disposal. Dress a
