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October 10, 2025 69 mins

ITP - 131 What happens when seasoned teachers step into a brand-new culture? Coreen and Subhadra reflect on challenges, strategies, and the importance of mentorship in thriving as international educators in the U.S.Order their book: Reaching Beyond Borders: The International Teachers' Guide to Migrating and Teaching in the U.S. at https://www.amazon.com/REACHING-BEYOND-BORDERS-International-Migrating/dp/B0FCDCVCKF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=14582JXI026WD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vVdKNx2P9TBfpE8To9ik-0_z1OUqnDKQISYQSpZdXcglwR6ioy4DmmRx3EZBmNORQ4HM3zx2W67QuCBTJjsaaw.3UkkubKXCpr-xFt4EH4B9brUYm3-EderA36163JdCOQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=reaching+beyond+borders&qid=1759570825&s=books&sprefix=reaching+beyond+borders%2Cstripbooks%2C232&sr=1-1Chapters(00:00) Introduction and Setting the Stage(01:25) Meeting the Guests: International Teachers' Perspectives(04:21) Journeys to the U.S.: Corinne's Story(07:21) Journeys to the U.S.: Subhadra's Story(10:02) The Impact of International Teaching(12:41) The Book: Reaching Beyond Borders(15:24) Challenges Faced by International Teachers(18:40) Cultural Adjustments and Teaching Strategies(21:12) The Importance of Mentorship(23:56) Driving Test Anecdote and Cultural Differences(35:14) Facing Challenges and Finding Support(38:15) Struggles of International Teachers(41:48) The Role of International Teachers in a Globalized World(45:30) Cultural Exchange and Understanding(49:01) Humorous Encounters with Law Enforcement(57:35) Bringing Culture and Identity to the Classroom(01:01:50) Settling in and Family Dynamics(01:07:27) Final Thoughts and Reflections_____The International Teacher Podcast is a bi-weekly discussion with experts in international education. New Teachers, burned out local teachers, local School Leaders, International school Leadership, current Overseas Teachers, and everyone interested in international schools can benefit from hearing stories and advice about living and teaching overseas.Additional Gems Related to Our Show:Greg’s Favorite Video From Living Overseas - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQWKBwzF-hw⁠Signup to be our guest  ⁠https://calendly.com/itpexpat/itp-interview?month=2025-01⁠Our Website⁠ -  ⁠https://www.itpexpat.com/⁠Our FaceBook Group - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/itpexpat⁠⁠JPMint Consulting Website  - ⁠https://www.jpmintconsulting.com/⁠Greg’s Personal YouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs1B3Wc0wm6DR_99OS5SyzvuzENc-bBdO⁠Books By Gregory Lemoine:⁠International Teacher Guide: Finding the "Right Fit" 2nd Edition (2025)⁠ | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.⁠⁠"International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education"⁠⁠ | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.Partner Podcasts:Just to Know You:  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/just-to-know-you/id1655096513Educators Going Global: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/educators-going-global/id1657501409⁠Relative Hashes:#internationalteachersday #internationaleducation #overseaseducation #internationalschools #education #teacherburnout #teachersalarynews #teachersalary #teacherrecruitments #overseaseducatorfairs

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