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International Teacher Podcast

International Teacher Podcast

By: Kent Jacqueline Darian and Greg
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 "The Best-kept Secret in Education" - the International Teacher Podcast is hosted by Kent Arimura, Jacqueline P. Mallais, Darian Batten, and Gregory Lemoine. New Episodes are published bi-weekly on Saturdays. Listen to first-hand experiences from across the globe about international schools, certified educators, teaching overseas, and living in other countries as expatriates. We interview educators and administrators all over the world to discuss travel, teaching in their schools, overseas educator job fairs, taking your expat family internationally, expat schools, and much more.Kent, Jacqueline, Darian, and Greg
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  • Navigating Life After Teaching Abroad

    Navigating Life After Teaching Abroad
    Dec 13 2025
    ITP - 135 This featured Holiday 2025 episode features three of the four cohosts. Kent's been back in the USA. He catches us up on his experiences as a substitute teacher. Greg's new app developed with AI assistance and JP Mint's services are redesigned. She’s a busy retiree. Darren is off being a dad, doing dad stuff. We reflect on cultural adjustments, Thanksgiving celebrations, and our plans for future travel (or not), while also sharing insights on the challenges of teaching and the importance of building relationships in the classroom. The conversation highlights our unique experiences as international educators and Kent’s ongoing journey of repatriation. Enjoy.Greg’s first FREE (not $2.99 any more) app for teachers is: What Student? Name & Face Quiz On the store via iPhonehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/what-student-name-face-quiz/id6755244840via iPad https://apps.apple.com/us/app/what-student-name-face-quiz/id6755244840On the Web to see from Desktop Devicehttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/what-student-name-face-quiz/id6755244840Chapters(00:00) Welcome Back and Catching Up(02:42) Life Updates and Celebrations(05:47) The Journey of App Creation(08:43) Substitute Teaching Adventures(11:49) Cultural Adjustments and Reflections(19:14) Cultural Disconnects in Travel(21:02) Finding Your Tribe Abroad(23:39) Adjusting to Local Life After Travel(27:29) Thanksgiving Traditions and Experiences(29:18) The Joys of Pet Ownership(31:15) Holiday Plans and Travel Aspirations(34:10) Exploring Indonesia: Diving Adventures(41:30) Underwater Weather and Diving Experiences(42:37) Exploring Indonesian Cuisine(43:53) Podcasting Journey and Listener Engagement(45:45) JP Mint Consulting Services Overview(48:43) Do-It-Yourself vs Full Support Options(52:32) Value of Professional Resume Services(56:38) Reflections and Future PlansThe 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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    1 hr and 1 min
  • AI Deep Dive: Making AI Work for Education

    AI Deep Dive: Making AI Work for Education
    Nov 15 2025
    ITP - 134 A huge welcome to Rita Bateson of Eblana Learning, who unpacks the real-world mess and magic of AI in education. She takes listeners through her globe-trotting career from Dublin to Rome, Bermuda, Germany, and the IB, weaving in how AI is reshaping classrooms, assessment, teacher workload, academic integrity, and student habits. Rita explains the Overton Window of AI discourse, why teachers need both AI literacy and healthy skepticism, and how schools can balance innovation with ethics, sustainability, and good old-fashioned human expertise.The hosts dig into critical thinking, cognitive offloading, phone-free schools, environmental costs of AI, and why students’ inch-wide, mile-deep use of AI demands that teachers develop broader understanding. Rita also shares the mission behind Eblana Learning, their AI curriculum, PD academy, and her drive to support leaders navigating AI without panic or techno-worship. Add in some delightfully unhinged international misadventure stories (Swiss banks, English “interpreter” classes), and you’ve got an episode loaded with insight, humor, and brutally honest guidance for teachers worldwide.Rita is a Cofounder of Eblana LearningThe full link is https://eblanalearning.com/If you need Rita as an Italian interpreter, here is her LinkedIN profile link. [smile]Chapters (00:00) Introduction (01:43) Rita's International Teaching Journey (02:40) Skepticism and Acceptance of AI in Education (05:47) The Overton Window and AI in Education (08:51) Navigating AI's Impact on Education (11:52) Practical Applications of AI for Teachers (16:44) Curriculum Focus in Education (17:42) Maximizing AI for Teachers (19:05) The Role of AI in Classroom Management (20:05) Understanding Student Engagement with AI (23:07) Professional Development and AI Curriculum (26:04) The Importance of Human Expertise in AI (28:58) Critical Thinking and AI Dependency (33:27) Navigating AI's Impact on Education (37:27) The Future of Learning with AI (43:22) Eblana Learning's Mission and Projects(50:01) Judicious Use of AI in Education (50:31) Comforts of International Travel (52:57) Building Relationships in International Schools (54:23) The Importance of Social Skills in the Age of AI(55:17) Cultural Experiences and Authority (01:00:09) Giving Back to the Community (01:03:18) Final Thoughts on AI and Education-more information-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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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • MultilinGUalsim, Taiwan, & Guatemala

    MultilinGUalsim, Taiwan, & Guatemala
    Nov 2 2025

    ITP - 133 Canadian educator Kelly Hogan shared how she transitioned from a career in arts and design to international teaching, spending 13 years in Taiwan where she earned her master’s through the College of New Jersey’s overseas cohort and later moved to Guatemala as a dual-language liaison at the American School of Guatemala.

    We discuss how teaching abroad offers ways to grow professionally without returning home, how programs like TCNJ connect global educators, and how cultural differences shape classroom expectations—rigorous academics in Asia versus balance and socialization in Latin America. Her closing advice urges international teachers to build networks, seek help, and support others adjusting to life overseas.


    Chapters

    (00:41) Kelly's Journey into International Teaching(04:21) Pursuing a Teaching Degree Abroad(08:12) The Importance of International Cohorts(12:03) Transitioning from Taiwan to Guatemala(15:52) Understanding Multilingual Learners(17:47) Language and Identity(21:44) Evolving Educational Terminology(26:29) Trans-languaging and Multilingualism(29:17) Career Journeys in International Education(35:23) Art and Cultural Exchange(37:21) Exploring Cultural Art and Craftsmanship(38:21) Contrasting Educational Experiences in Different Cultures(41:39) Adapting as an International Teacher(45:33) Navigating Life Abroad: Personal Stories and Lessons(51:50) Essential Items for Moving to a New Country(53:48) The Importance of Networking and Community Support


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    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-hw⁠

    Signup to be our guest ⁠https://calendly.com/itpexpat/itp-interview?month=2025-01⁠

    Our Website⁠ - ⁠https://www.itpexpat.com/⁠

    Our FaceBook Group - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/itpexpat⁠

    ⁠JPMint Consulting Website - ⁠https://www.jpmintconsulting.com/⁠

    Greg’s Personal YouTube Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs1B3Wc0wm6DR_99OS5SyzvuzENc-bBdO⁠


    Books 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/id1655096513

    Educators Going Global: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/educators-going-global/id1657501409⁠
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    1 hr
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