About me
My story
Like so many international educators before me, I began as an English teacher in South Korea. The thought of signing an international contract terrified me, but the thought of staying put and being crushed under my former situation was far more daunting. I leaped, and here I am eight countries later, still maintaining an active pulse on international education hiring trends, current approaches to learning, and ever-evolving contracts so I can advocate for folks like you!
I've taught in all kinds of educational settings from public schools, international schools, private schools, colegios, adult learning institutions, you name it! All of these positions come with different contract stipulations and benefits packages. Although no contract is perfect, you need someone with experience and current 'boots on the ground' that has your best interests at heart to help you make the best decision.
My mission
My primary service is contract review and consultation for educators looking to move abroad or change positions if actively abroad. I want to re-iterate that I am NOT a recruiter! I will NOT find a job for you! I am here to help you understand the variety of opportunities that are out there, understand nuanced and complex language used in international teaching contracts, how the local culture can have an overall impact on your international experience, and soooo much more that I simply cannot summize in a paragraph. Normally, applicants either apply directly with schools or use a recruiter which both of those options don't offer a very necessary 'third eye' on contract stipulations and whether or not this job may actually be good for you. That's why I'm here!
Why Dan?
Selecting a region/country, educational setting, and the ability to read between the fine lines in contracts will be crucial to your overall happiness I want to give each of you the time and guidance you deserve. Whether you’re seeking that first job to get your feet wet, or changing posts internationally, having 15+ years across eight countries has given me a bit of a superpower to help you make the better decision!