How HR’s most pivotal functions play an integral role within schools to foster community during COVID-19.

Schools and teachers have demonstrated the significance of community since the beginning of the global pandemic.

School leaders and teachers have had to think quickly on their feet while confronting a number of challenges unique to the education industry; everything from student equity and access to technology to technical support and virtual schooling logistics.        

Instead of working independently to solve each problem, the education community worked collaboratively, sharing insights and resources, to achieve more, solve faster, and make sure no one got left behind.

Building a global HR community that is people-focused is the foundation of ISCHR. HR functions made all the difference when it came to both the practical aspects of organizing and coordinating the sharing of resources, as well as supporting the “people” considerations, such as teachers’ mental health and wellness, finding support and dissemination of invaluable information.

Such people-centred solutions are one of ISCHR’s most pivotal functions, especially in times of crisis.

Many schools see their HR function as mostly administrative. However, not only do schools require HR to prepare contracts, arrange visas, and create documents for new employees, but HR is also a valuable strategic partner, bringing innovative approaches to attracting and developing talent.

With more than 18 years of experience in international education and recruitment, ed-tech company, Teach Away, is a part of ISCHR’s global community and remains focused on their vision of creating a world where every student experiences the power of a great teacher. They support this vision by offering schools effective recruitment solutions as well as teacher training opportunities. One relevant and timely opportunity: in partnership with Johns Hopkins University, Teach Away offers practical and invaluable teacher support through courses such as Learning During a Pandemic: Managing Mental Health for Students and Personnel.

Teach Away has supported both ISCHR co-founders over the years in their HR roles with recruitment at many top international schools worldwide, including GEMS Education, Taaleem and Wellington College. 

“We’ve stayed true to our mission to attract and develop talented professionals who want to make a difference in the future of education,” says Dave Frey, CEO at Teach Away. “By uniting a community of teachers with HR professionals and school leaders, we become part of a reliable network that can share insights and resources.”

In a recent article, Teach Away shared their insights on how ISCHR’s community forum is a game changer for schools and the teaching community. Read their blog on how ISCHR’s forum can benefit international teachers and school professionals now and in the years to come.

Learn more about our membership plans and sign up today.