How to spot warning flags in international teacher's CV

As an international school recruiter, your primary responsibility is to ensure the safety and well-being of your students. Therefore, it’s essential to scrutinise the CVs of international teachers carefully.

Spotting warning flags in teacher CVs can help you identify potential child protection issues and prevent them from entering your school. In this blog, we’ve outline some of the warning flags we recommend you look out for when reviewing international teacher CVs, with a focus on child protection.

Inconsistent or incomplete employment history

If a candidate’s employment history is incomplete or has gaps, it may be an indication of problematic behaviour or issues that caused them to leave abruptly. Ensure that the candidate’s employment history is complete, and if there are gaps, ask for an explanation.

Frequent job changes

If a candidate has had multiple job changes over a short period of time, it could indicate that they have difficulty adapting to new environments or may have performance issues.

Vague or minimal job descriptions

A teacher’s CV should contain detailed job descriptions, including the age range of students they taught, specific subjects or courses taught, and the duration of the employment. Vague or minimal job descriptions may indicate that the candidate is not being truthful about their experience.

Lack of references

References are an essential part of a teacher’s CV, and they provide valuable insights into the candidate’s teaching style, skills, and character. If a candidate fails to provide references, it may be a red flag.

Criminal history

It is vital to check a candidate’s criminal history, especially for offenses related to child abuse or violence. Ensure that the candidate has provided a background check, and verify it with the appropriate authorities.

Inappropriate social media activity

Social media can provide valuable insights into a candidate’s character and behaviour. Ensure that you review the candidate’s social media profiles and look out for inappropriate content, such as posts or comments that are racist, sexist, or violent.

Inconsistencies in the CV

Inconsistencies in a candidate’s CV, such as contradictory information or different dates, can indicate that the candidate is lying or hiding something.

It’s essential to carefully scrutinise international teacher CVs when recruiting for your school, with a focus on child protection. Spotting warning flags in teacher CVs can help you identify potential child protection issues and prevent them from entering your school.

By following the above tips, you can ensure that you hire qualified, trustworthy, and safe teachers for your students.