Life After Van Life – An Alaskan Tale
For anyone considering van life, I highly recommend it, but each van should come with a warning label informing anyone that succumbs to the temptation of van life might become addicted and the freedom it inspires is contagious. Continue reading Life After Van Life – An Alaskan Tale
Gen X: Never Locked Out of the Job You Seek
I recommend you channel your inner 80’s child and find a new way in to gain access to the job positions you seek. Continue reading Gen X: Never Locked Out of the Job You Seek
Adventure Awaits in Alaska
For all those teachers out there that are wanting an adventure and a cultural experience, but aren’t quite ready to leave America and brave another system of government, then perhaps teaching in Alaska is the break from routine that you are seeking. Continue reading Adventure Awaits in Alaska
Mayday, Mayday, Is It Already May?
Isn’t it nice to feel needed and wanted rather than undervalued and unappreciated? Continue reading Mayday, Mayday, Is It Already May?
“Show Me The Money” – Teachers Can Negotiate, Too!
I just always assumed that the posted salary schedule was what you got. Continue reading “Show Me The Money” – Teachers Can Negotiate, Too!
Van Life Views – Isn’t It Hard?
Though the fact that more things in the van are held together with wood glue and velcro than I care to admit, the reality of my experience in the van is one full of incredible and awe-inspiring views which far outweigh any hardships I face living in the van full time. Continue reading Van Life Views – Isn’t It Hard?
From Leash-Training to Van Zander Cat Being on the Trail
Van Zander Cat rose to the challenge enthusiastically demonstrating a fervor for exploring that caused me to burst with pride. Continue reading From Leash-Training to Van Zander Cat Being on the Trail
Teaching Overseas Provides Deeper Community Connections
The strong connections our two families have made over time demonstrates how easily you can forge your own supportive community in the most distant of places and in the most unexpected ways. Continue reading Teaching Overseas Provides Deeper Community Connections
Zander the Sandy Cat
In less than an hour, Zander and I can be enjoying an ocean view from the warmth of our cozy home on wheels. Continue reading Zander the Sandy Cat
Personal Security and Job Stability
With all of these concerns wreaking havoc on my mind lately, is it any wonder that I am questioning whether this is the right time to leave? Continue reading Personal Security and Job Stability
When Is It Too Late?
I have been in the “last-picked to play ball” category almost my entire life, but the reality is that there are enough games out there being played that some team out there is going to need you just as much as you need them, and that is what will lead to your ultimate success. Continue reading When Is It Too Late?
Money, Money, Money – Pay Off Debt, Save for a House, Have a Retirement Package
When you choose to take a job internationally, you are usually trading in that overpriced basic lifestyle at home for a much more affordable and luxurious one elsewhere. #internationalteaching #costofliving #education #jobrecruitment #cocoaacrosscontinents Continue reading Money, Money, Money – Pay Off Debt, Save for a House, Have a Retirement Package
Saying Yes to the Dress – Or Accepting An Offer
As you plan out all of these crucial steps, you will see yourself getting closer to your end goal, especially if you have written them as a checklist that you can check off each time you have successfully completed a task. Continue reading Saying Yes to the Dress – Or Accepting An Offer
Are In-Person Job Fairs Irrelevant?
In this world of AI and online connections, you might assume that the age of in-person job fairs is over. Continue reading Are In-Person Job Fairs Irrelevant?
Interview Insights
A few things stand out when I reflect upon why my most current interviews have gone so well and have led to more job offers than ever before. Continue reading Interview Insights
The Escape Plan – When It’s Time to Leave “Home”
Now is the perfect time for educators, already feeling the burn out from the covid scramble and post-pandemic malaise, to find their own break from the doldrums of their careers and discover a way to get paid to do what they love – travel and teach. Continue reading The Escape Plan – When It’s Time to Leave “Home”
How Good Is The Money?
Money does play a huge part in the decision making process when trying to choose between job offers. However, in the world of international teaching, the salary is just one piece of the pie. Continue reading How Good Is The Money?
Slaying Van Life – Over a Year Later
Now that I have been living in my van for over a year full-time, friends and family tend to ask me with a slight tip to their heads, “How do you like it, honestly?” This always makes me laugh as … Continue reading Slaying Van Life – Over a Year Later
Never Underestimate the Power of a Pro/Con Chart
Whenever you are faced with a massive decision, nothing brings about more clarity than a pro/con chart. If you complete this process thoughtfully, you ought to literally see the scales tipped in favor of one decision or the other. Continue reading Never Underestimate the Power of a Pro/Con Chart
Chill Pacific Grove
Pacific Grove Bathed in Moonlight. Trying to find beauty and peace in a stormy world. Continue reading Chill Pacific Grove
When Job Hunting, Know Your Why
To be fulfilled at this stage of my life requires that be motivated at work and inspired by my surroundings. To trade in what I have now requires that I consider all the advantages and disadvantages of both lives. Continue reading When Job Hunting, Know Your Why
Pacific Grove in January
Although the LA fires have made us realize how vulnerable life can be, seeing the return of the starfish after so many years being gone and of the famous purple flowers reminds me how resilient life is as well. Continue reading Pacific Grove in January
Choosing Between Offers – Magic Eight Ball Time?
Your prowess as a hunter has been rewarded with several job offers – lucky you! Now comes the dilemma of having to choose between them. If only it was as easy as asking a Magic Eight Ball to make this decision for you. Continue reading Choosing Between Offers – Magic Eight Ball Time?
How To Prepare for a Virtual Job Fair
By following these tips, you are bound to have a more successful experience attending a virtual job fair. Continue reading How To Prepare for a Virtual Job Fair
Enlisting the Experts
Was able to waterproof my roof better. Continue reading Enlisting the Experts
Why Teach Abroad?
Teaching abroad – where you get paid to do what you love most – travel and learn. Continue reading Why Teach Abroad?
Level Up Your Digital IQ
“Tell me you’re ‘tech savvy’ without saying you’re ‘tech savvy'” on a resume. Continue reading Level Up Your Digital IQ
Van Reflections – Why Live in a Van?
Why Live in a Van? Continue reading Van Reflections – Why Live in a Van?
Simon's Town Penguin Time
Simon’s Town Penguin Time Continue reading Simon's Town Penguin Time
The Vault – My International School Profile Tracker
Use the Google Form, I lovingly call “The Vault,” to quickly evaluate a school’s profile and website and enter the data that you are most interested in evaluating. Continue reading The Vault – My International School Profile Tracker
