Vital Information 

Teacher Exchange Eligibility

The IEU Teacher Exchange Program is offered as a member benefit to our members. To be eligible to apply for an exchange, teachers must have a minimum of five years teaching experience at the time of exchange (this is negotiable in some provinces of Canada).

The period of the exchange varies. In the UK and Canada, it is usually the Australian school year. In International schools, it is usually the Northern Hemisphere year - August/September to June (although this is negotiable).

Teachers on exchange continue to be paid by their home employer and their exchange year counts as service for all purposes eg accumulation of leave entitlements and incremental progression.

Usually, teachers exchange accommodation. It this is not possible, a commitment to provide suitable accommodation is required.

Fees

IEU members - Registration fee of $60.00 and $80.00 on confirmation of exchange.
Non members - Registration fee of $120.00 and $250.00 on confirmation of exchange (although we do encourage all interested applicants to join the union as you are given reciprocal union membership of your exchange partner's union). (All fees are GST inclusive)

General Exchange Information

Teacher exchange generally involves a reciprocal exchange of accommodation and teaching position. Wages are usually paid into your account in Australia to allow for transfers (rent, loans, mortgages etc). If you are a member of the SGE Credit Union, they can assist with these transfer arrangements and transfer of funds to overseas accounts.  read more

Application

Your application must provide as much information as possible. Be meticulous in your planning and scrupulously honest with your exchange partner - no frills, no carefully staged photographs. First impressions can make or mar an exchange experience. Don't let your exchange partner's first reaction be one of disappointment. Don't dismiss your own concerns about the overseas situation either. Ask questions and clarify everything until you are satisfied. read more

Exchange Opportunities

Click here   to view the latest exchange opportunities commencing January 2012 Check back regularly for new additions.

Exchange Destinations 

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Teacher Exchange Eligibility

The IEU Teacher Exchange Program is offered as a member benefit to our members. To be eligible to apply for an exchange, teachers must have a minimum of five years teaching experience at the time of exchange.

The period of the exchange varies. In the UK and Canada, it is usually the Australian school year. In International schools, it is usually the Northern Hemisphere year - August/September to June (although this is negotiable).

Teachers on exchange continue to be paid by their home employer and their exchange year counts as service for all purposes eg accumulation of leave entitlements and incremental progression.

Usually, teachers exchange accommodation. It this is not possible, a commitment to provide suitable accommodation is required.

Testimonials 

Read articles from Teacher Exchange News about IEU members who have recently returned from their year on exchange, are still there, or who are on exchange in Australia from overseas: Click here  are just some, with links!

Frequently Asked Questions

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Application Form

To download a teacher exchange application form, please click here. Just fill in and return to the IEU via fax on (02) 1800 804 042 or (02) 9261 8850.