The Footloose Teacher: Teach Your Way Around The World

FOR TEACHERS AND ADVENTURERS BUILDING A LIFE ABROAD

Two roads diverged in a wood, and I — I took the one less traveled by,

And that has made all the difference.

The Footloose Teacher is all about the amazing world of international teaching, working and living abroad, travel and building financial freedom in order to live your best life.

Hi, I’m Mark, an international school teacher with over 24 years of experience in Asia. My site shares practical, honest advice on getting international teaching jobs, understanding international schools and living your best life abroad (mostly in Asia)

This site is for teachers and other expats who want more than a short overseas contract and are serious about creating a sustainable, location-flexible lifestyle.

LATEST ARTICLES

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10 Things I’ll Miss Most About Living in Thailand

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The 5 Most Difficult International School Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them)

Difficult Interview Questions If you’ve ever interviewed for a job at an international school, you’ll know that some questions are easy to answer. “Tell us about your teaching philosophy.” “Why...

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The Real Reasons International Teachers Are Moving To China In 2026

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My Hong Kong Video Went Viral (On Someone Else's Channel)

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Teaching Overseas Changed My Life: HERE's How To Get Your First International Teaching Job

If you’re a teacher feeling stuck — restless, dissatisfied, or quietly wondering “Is this really it?” — then this article is for you. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a young teacher...

7 Ways To Get an International Teaching Job In Asia

Getting My Overseas Teaching Jobs One of the questions I get asked most often is: how do you actually get a job teaching overseas? The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all method—but...