Rooted and Ready: A Global Teaching Starter Kit for Educators of Color

Dreaming of teaching abroad but not sure where to start?

Rooted & Ready is your step-by-step starter kit designed by two educators of color who’ve lived, worked, and thrived internationally. This guide blends real talk with practical tools so you can move from scrolling TikTok travel reels to booking your one-way flight!

Inside you’ll find:

• Global Teaching Readiness Checklist: assess if you’re truly ready to make the leap
• Opportunity Vetting Worksheet: compare offers and avoid red flags
• 90-Day Abroad Transition Planner: map your first 3 months with confidence
• Packing List for Educators: curated essentials you won’t find on Google
• Cultural + Financial Prep: the honest tips no one else is telling you

We know what it means to navigate visas, contracts, and culture shock — all while showing up as your authentic self in new spaces. This kit is designed for educators of color ready to go global with courage and clarity.

💡 Whether you’re just curious or already job hunting, Rooted & Ready will save you time, stress, and mistakes and give you the confidence to say YES when the right opportunity comes.

🌟 Don’t just dream it. Live it. Download your copy of Rooted & Ready today and take your first step toward teaching abroad!

Thinking about how to teach abroad as a person of color? The Rooted & Ready Global Teaching Starter Kit is built to help you navigate contracts, culture shock, and confidence while preparing for teaching jobs overseas. Whether you’re an expat educator, exploring international teaching resources, or searching for a study abroad teaching toolkit, this guide offers practical steps and real experiences. It’s designed especially for educators of color ready to thrive in global education and make their move abroad with clarity and courage.

Created by: Valerie Butrón @tumbaobilingualbooks & Anthony Heard @_anthonyabroad