BC Offshore Schools
Teaching BC Education Overseas
British Columbia's certified offshore schools are authorized by the provincial government to deliver BC's curriculum around the globe. The privately runs schools are in 12 countries, including Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bermuda, China, Colombia, Egypt, France, Japan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Taiwan and Thailand.
Students who graduate from B.C.-offshore schools earn a Dogwood Diploma without having to leave their home country.
BC-offshore schools must meet program requirements, including hiring BC-certified teachers who deliver the province's curriculum in English, participate in provincial assessments, and undergo annual inspections to ensure quality standards.
In addition to experiencing a new culture and the opportunity to travel, B.C. teachers enjoy a variety of advantages and benefits while teaching abroad:
- Gain relevant experience teaching the BC curriculum.
- Develop and sharpen your professional teaching skills.
- Make lifelong connections with educators from around the world.
- Become a global citizen and experience different worldviews.
- Become an informal ambassador to share Canadian culture.
- Save money and pay off student loans.
- Make lifelong connections with educators, administrators, students, and families from around the world.
Featured Employers
Sino Canada High School
BC-certified offshore school employer located in China. Six major employers operate in this region.
British Columbia Canadian International School
BC-certified offshore school employer located in Egypt.
Bunka Suginami Canadian International School
BC-certified offshore school employer located in Tokyo, Japan.
Teaching in China
Teaching in China offers a myriad of opportunities for employment and professional development as well as travel and adventure.
Five BC-certified offshore operators have schools in various regions of China. As such, there are a variety of destinations and work sites for BC educators to explore in China.
Teaching in Egypt
If you have a sense of adventure and you’re looking to travel around North Africa and the Middle East, teach in Egypt!
Learn more about teaching at British Columbia Canadian International School (BCCIS) in Cairo, Egypt.
Teaching in Japan
The culture in Japan is homogenous and steeped in tradition. At the same time, it also borrows and assimilates many influences from other North American, Asian and European countries.
Learn more about teaching at Bunka Suginami Canadian International School (BSCIS) in Tokyo, Japan.
Teaching in Bermuda
Teaching in Bermuda offers a unique opportunity to work in a stunning island setting, with a vibrant culture and strong education system—ideal for educators seeking both professional and personal enrichment.
Learn more about teaching at Saltus Grammar School in Hamilton, Bermuda.