The Interviews

When you apply with Educators Overseas and are accepted as a teacher, administrator, or intern candidate, you will be given at least two interviews - one by Educators Overseas via the internet and one (or more) by an international school(s) interested in you.

The First Interview
Upon application approval a staff member of Educators Overseas will interview you with a set of predetermined and prerecorded interview questions. These interviews will be digitally recorded and viewed by international schools whose hiring needs match your profile.

For this interview you will need access to a broadband internet connection and you will need a webcam. Anywhere from 8 to 12 questions will be asked and the interview will take approximately 20 minutes. Detailed instructions about the interview, including where to "meet" on the internet, will be provided to you in advance. Although the interview is online and not face-to-face, it is important to maintain a professional demeanor and appearance, as though you were meeting the interviewer in person. Below are some tips to keep in mind for your online interview:

• Make sure you have lots of good lighting wherever you are taking your interview. Natural light is best. Ideally the lights should be behind your webcam (to avoid glare) and directed on you.
• Be aware of your background. If the background is too "busy" it distracts the evaluator from you. Have all pets, children, friends, and family in another room if possible.
• Speak clearly and do not whisper.
• Make sure your computer, internet connection, and webcam are working properly before the interview!

The Second Interview
If an international school views your profile and interview and is interested in you they will contact you for their own interview. Usually Educators Overseas will first give you a head's up that a certain school is interested in you and that they may contact you shortly. We will then tell you a little about the school, the teaching environment, and the standard benefits. A representative from the international school will either call you directly or will email you and request a time to set up a phone interview. When they do contact you, be sure to respond right away.

If the international school representative offers you the position and you are sure you want it, accept it on the spot. If you wish some time to think it over (a wise decision) and discuss the pros and cons with us, be considerate and careful in asking for that time and set a definite date when you can provide a response. Don't be discouraged if no offer is made. The international school representative will most likely want to consult with his or her head office first, set up a second interview, or interview more applicants before making a final decision.

At the end of the interview, be sure to thank the representative for their time and consideration of you.

After the Interview
As soon as you complete your interview, while it is still fresh on your mind, it is important to call or email us and let us know how it went. We will be in contact with the international school, and they will want to know your reaction. If you are interested in the job your feedback can provide us with information that can be leveraged in follow-up communication with the school, paving the way to a second or final interview or just helping you decide what your next step should be. By following up, we may also be able to provide you with valuable insight into your interview skills and can relay any concerns expressed by the international school representative.