Hybrid Conferences 
in 2024-25

Gain access to top-notch bilingual conferences for international school staff, with virtual access included with your PeerSphere membership. From administrative support to teaching assistants, these events offer practical skills, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. Enhance your professional growth and connect with peers across China and Southeast Asia.

Read on to learn more about each conference and the incredible benefits of attending. 

Schools that have registered for our past conferences:

Teaching Assistants Conference (TAC)

February and March 2025

This hybrid Teaching Assistants Conference (TAC) provides inspiring professional development for teaching assistants at international schools in China. With keynotes and workshops delivered by highly experienced educators and peers, the focus is on practical skills such as classroom management, teaching strategies, co-planning, communication skills, collaboration, assessment and feedback, use of technology, leadership, and professional development. Participate in dynamic, interactive sessions designed to boost your skills and connect you with peers across the region.

The TAC will be run live-virtual between February 24 to March 6. On March 22 there will be in-person Peer-to-Peer events in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, where conference delegates can share what they learned from the presentations and explore ways to apply the learning in their role. 

Who Should Attend?

Teaching assistants, learning support and library assistants, arts/music/PE assistants, lab technicians, child-care assistants, co-teachers, and teachers of international/bilingual schools

Some of our keynote speakers and presenters from last year: 

Fiona Bai
Head of TA
XLIS

You Chen
IDEAS Lead
WAB

Cathie Chen
TA
Harrow SH

Lydia Zhang
ECE TA
BCIS

School Administration Conference (SAC)

March 7-8, 2025
Shekou International School, Shenzhen

The International School Administration Conference (SAC) will offer bilingual professional development for all administrative staff in international schools. 

With sessions delivered by peers and consultants with a deep understanding of international schools, they will focus on practical skills like leadership, tech tools, and effective communication. Participants can join interactive sessions and workshops to improve their daily work and connect with peers throughout China and SE Asia. 

Who Should Attend?

Any administrative staff, operational managers, and support personnel in international schools. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the international education landscape, we guarantee professional growth and connection with your peers.

Meet a Handful of the 40+ Presenters from Last Year:

Claire Berger
Director
QSI SZ

Kasson Bratton
Deputy Head
NIS

Dr. Addie Loy
IB Leader
ISNS

Raquel Silva
Admissions Head
UWC Thailand

Praise From Our Past Participants

“If you want to be better at your job, please join us at the next conference.”
TAC Participant

“Learning from awesome people from different backgrounds.”
TAC Participant

“The whole training is very informative and really inspired me in many ways.”
TAC Participant

“It gives me a chance to reflect on which areas I need to work on and communicate with support staff from different schools.”
SAC Participant

“It opens my eyes and encourages me to reflect on my work and leadership development.”
SAC Participant

“Many interesting topics ard presented and enhancing our management practice and professional competencies.”
SAC Participant

Benefits

Learn real-world skills you can use in your role right away.

Engage in hands-on workshops and discussions in-person or virtually.

Connect with peers from international schools.

Learn with your peers at our face-to-face events.

*The Hybrid TAC and Virtual SAC is free for all PeerSphere members.

Make sure you don't miss out on these amazing opportunities to further enrich your learning and connection with others though PeerSphere.

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