Applications for exchange positions for 2017 are now invited from interested applicants. Teacher exchange positions will be available in the United Kingdom, all provinces in Canada, international schools in Europe (can be advertised for), and Colorado in the USA (and other states by negotiation).
To be eligible for the one-year exchange, you should have a minimum of five years teaching experience at the time of exchange, although this is negotiable in some provinces in Canada and the USA. An exchange is the direct swap of the teacher’s positions and must include either an exchange of accommodation or other agreed arrangements.
Exchanges to the UK and Canada have been part of the IEU’s program for many years and account for the greatest number each year, although UK exchanges have been down in numbers this past year due to a change in the coordinating authorities. The Royal Commonwealth Society is now the coordinator. Exchanges to the Rocky Mountains state of Colorado will also be available. Exchanges to other states are also possible if you were lucky enough to find your own exchange partner. The authorities in Colorado can assist with the exchange and your visa sponsorship.
Members pay a registration fee of $80 and a confirmation fee of $80. All fees are tax deductible.
For more information, call Helen Gregory on 8202 8900 or 1800 467 943. An application form can be downloaded from www.ieu.asn.au
http://www.ieu.asn.au/media/29246/teacher_exchange_app.pdf
Read the most commonly asked questions about exchanges http://www.ieu.asn.au/member-benefits-teacher-exchange/teacher-exchange/
and also read the fantastic testimonials too. If possible, all completed application forms should be forwarded to the IEU by late November of each year, although late applications are always accepted.