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2022 ECIS Leadership Conference

This year’s Leadership Conference for the Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS) was hosted in St. Albans, UK, a beautiful Roman city just north of London, April 6-8. Everyone,…

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2022 ECIS Leadership Conference

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From Rural Manitoba to Grand Cayman: Wendy Novotny Embraces International Education

Wendy Novotny grew up in a small rural town in southern Manitoba, where career options often seemed limited. While neither farming nor nursing appealed to her, teaching felt like a natural fit.…

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Dr. Kelly Kramer Appointed Interim Head of School at the International School of Busan | June 29, 2026

Search Associates is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kelly Kramer as Interim Head of School at the International School of Busan (ISB)...

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Progressive Learning at the Heart of Education City | June 22, 2026

What if school was designed around curiosity rather than compliance? Around purpose rather than performance? Around helping young people discover...

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Doug Woodward Appointed New Upper School Principal at AIS Vilnius | June 15, 2026

On behalf of Dr. Amanda Sunderman, Director of the American International School of Vilnius (AISV), Search Associates is delighted to announce...

CANDIDATE STORIES
From Third Culture Kids to International Educators: Purpose, Community, and Adventure Abroad | June 12, 2026

Christopher MacLean and Laura Neagos are Adult Third Culture Kids whose global experiences have shaped their outlook, careers, and family life....

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Kelly Deklinski Appointed Head of Curriculum, Accreditation, and Professional Learning at ISL | June 5, 2026

Search Associates is pleased to announce that Ms. Kelly Deklinski has been appointed Head of Curriculum, Accreditation, and Professional Learning...

CANDIDATE STORIES
Launching International Teaching Careers in Italy | May 27, 2026

As they celebrate graduating from Trent University’s Bachelor of Education program and their first long-term overseas teaching roles, Jazlin...

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHTS
Wycombe Abbey School Changzhou: Where Educators and Students Thrive Together | May 25, 2026

For educators seeking a meaningful role within a dynamic international school community, Wycombe Abbey School Changzhou (WASCZ) offers an exceptional...

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Dr. Zakariya “Zak” Palsha Appointed as Next Head of ICS | May 21, 2026

On behalf of the Board of Governors, Search Associates is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Zakariya “Zak” Palsha as the next Head...

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHTS
Inspire Young Learners in a Bilingual, International Setting at the International Montessori School, Hong Kong | May 19, 2026

For educators seeking an international school community grounded in purpose, innovation, and bilingual excellence, The International Montessori...

CANDIDATE STORIES
A Shared Calling, A Global Classroom: How Benjie and Francis Built a Life in International Education | May 16, 2026

When De La Salle University brought Benjie Lou and Francis Saez together during their graduate studies in special education, neither could have...

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Listen, Learn, Lead—Partnering with International Schools: Search Associates at the Council of British International Schools 2026 | May 13, 2026

This May 9–11, Senior Consultant Jeremy Lewis joined more than 500 education leaders, school representatives, and exhibitors at the 44th annual...

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHTS
Join a Diverse Learning Community in China: Opportunities at Britannia International School, Guangzhou | May 11, 2026

Britannia International School (BIS), Guangzhou, is a non-profit, forward-thinking school dedicated to building a dynamic K–12 international...

CANDIDATE STORIES
Life in International Education: Chidiebere Obi Bi’s Story of Growth, Resilience, and Impact | May 8, 2026

As a trained and certified International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme teacher, Chidiebere Obi Bi (Chidi) has long been guided by a clear...

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Supporting Leadership, Strengthening Community: Search Associates at ECIS 2026 | May 6, 2026

From April 23–25, Search Associates (SEARCH) joined school leaders from across the globe at the 2026 Leadership Conference hosted by Educational...

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHTS
Inspiring Global Citizens Through Science and Innovation in Türkiye | May 4, 2026

ODTÜ Gelistirme Vakfi Okullari (The METU Development Foundation Schools - METU DFS) invites international educators to join a dynamic learning...

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International School of Tucson: Experience the Soul of the Sonoran Desert | April 30, 2026

Imagine teaching in the striking landscape of the southwestern United States at the International School of Tucson (IST), a private, non-profit...

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Ms. Emily Rankin Appointed Next Director of HIS | April 28, 2026

On behalf of the Board of Directors of Harare International School (HIS), Zimbabwe, Search Associates is pleased to announce the appointment...

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Leading with Purpose Across Continents: Dr. Paula Gordon’s Journey in International Education | April 23, 2026

“A child’s zip code should never determine the quality of education they receive,” says Dr. Paula Gordon. Guided by the conviction that every...

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHTS
Discover a Supportive International Teaching Environment in Qingdao | April 14, 2026

Established in 2009 and part of the Qingdao Chaoyin Education Group, Qingdao Chaoyin Primary School (CY Primary School) welcomes international...

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A Leap Toward Global Leadership: Mark Valvano’s Journey to International Education | April 10, 2026

After years as a teacher and administrator, Mark A. Valvano has recently accepted his first overseas leadership role as Elementary School Principal...