The Impact of the Pandemic on International Teacher Recruitment

The pandemic has caused a stall in international teacher recruitment, with schools unable to make hiring decisions until there is a clearer picture of when countries will reopen their borders and resume visa processing. Candidates who have accepted job offers are uncertain whether they will be able to relocate to their new country due to travel restrictions and visa processing delays. Countries that require a minimum number of teaching years for visa approval may face challenges in recruiting newly qualified teachers. However, schools are still communicating with present and potential teachers about their plans and the impact on recruitment.