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We are Cam and Ana and together we make up the Nomadicgregors. We are international educators and teachers and want to share our insights and experiences with you!

US Taxes as an Expat – What Are the Basics You Need to Know?

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Here we go: It’s the unwelcome tax season for US expats! Remember, you’ve got to file US taxes no matter where you live, and you might owe too. Try TurboTax or better yet, get an expat tax pro like TieTax to help navigate foreign earned income exclusions and other tricky areas. It’s costly, sure, but for stress-free compliance, it’s worth it. Don’t miss out on our newsletter for more tips!

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US vs International Schools: 10 Things Every Teacher Should Know

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Teaching is a profession of many dimensions. It’s a job that is equally rewarding and taxing. It’s easy to slip into a mindset of “schools are schools are schools” when there can be significant differences in the systems you’re working at. Today’s article explores this idea of “US vs International Schools” and looks at ten

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Experience for International Teaching- What Do I Need to Get a Job?

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Teaching at an international school means many new experiences for you as a person and a professional, but what kind of teaching experience do you need? The necessary experience for international teaching can depend on many different factors, from schools to countries to personal preferences. Questions regarding prior experience (be it at home or abroad)

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What to do in Luxembourg In One Or Two Days

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What to do in Luxembourg? You’ve almost certainly heard of this country, but what do you really know about it? Luxembourg is at the crossroads of Western Europe. It’s easily accessible from Belgium (we drove from there), France (we drove there afterward!), and Germany, as it shares borders with all three. Yet despite its central

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Three Days in Petra: A Journey Through History, Beauty, and Adventure

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Visiting Petra, a historical gem in Jordan, is an unforgettable journey back in time. Three days give you ample opportunity to take in the awe-inspiring architecture and scenery of the Rose City. Whether walking through the Siq to marvel at The Treasury or hiking up to The Monastery, the adventure is both physically demanding and profoundly rewarding. Locally-run hotels offer authentic stays, and the Jordan Pass is a cost-effective ticket for entry. Time your visit carefully to balance crowd sizes and weather conditions. Aside from the main attractions, lesser-known trails like the Al-Khubtha Trail provide unique perspectives, and experiences like Petra by Night add enchantment to the rich tapestry of this ancient wonder.

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A Teacher Work-Life Balance: Managing Expectations and Maximizing Time

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The post explores misconceptions about teachers’ workload and underscores the challenges in achieving work-life balance amidst planning, grading, and communicating outside of contractual hours. It shares personal journeys towards improved work-life balance through strategies like setting boundaries, efficient time management, and technological separation. Suggestions include not bringing work home, selective grading, targeted feedback, using time-blocking techniques, separating work emails and devices from personal ones, and having accountability partners. The authors emphasize these approaches are flexible and not always foolproof in the demanding teaching profession.

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Three Days in Istanbul – A Guide to Where Old Meets New

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Istanbul is a city full of everything you could ever want. Want amazing food? It’s there. Want to hit some high-end shopping? You can find it. Want major Western civilization and Islamic history? It’s there. From boat cruises to four actual seasons, Istanbul has something for everyone. Like all of our guides, our three days

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International School Job Fairs – Our Experiences in the International World

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You’ve decided you want to move abroad to teach, but now it’s time to check out a job fair. What are they, and what can you expect from international school job fairs? This post is designed to help you understand what to expect, what you’ll need to have, and what our experiences have been like

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