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Cambridge, USA

January 23 - 26, 2026

CAMBRIDGE, MA
CAMBRIDGE REGENCY HYATT

Fair Organizer: Jessica D. Magagna

Welcome

Cambridge’s flagship international recruitment fair—founded by John Magagna and now led by CEO Jessica Magagna—brings together world-class schools and exceptional educators.

About the Cambridge Fair

The Cambridge fair, one of the first events founded by John Magagna, founder of Search Associates, remains one of the most successful in international recruitment. Now led by his daughter, Jessica Magagna, CEO of Search Associates, the fair continues to welcome some 300+ carefully pre-screened teachers, administrators, and intern candidates, along with over 200 recruiters from around the world.

Whether you’re new to international teaching or an experienced educator, this flagship fair is worth considering. Strategically timed within the recruitment cycle, it offers a significant advantage, with nearly 70% of attendees receiving job offers.

Join the Cambridge Fair

The Cambridge Fair is a premier event for international teaching, bringing together top schools and educators from around the world. Participation is selective—both candidates and schools must apply and be accepted as Search Associates members, ensuring a high-quality experience for all involved.

If you're new to Search Associates and interested in the Cambridge Fair, begin by applying for membership. Once accepted, you’ll unlock exclusive opportunities like this one.

Ready to go? GET STARTED

For those who are already members, we encourage you to connect with your Associate to discuss if this fair best aligns with your job search goals. Once activated, you can request an invitation directly from your candidate dashboard.

Not sure if Cambridge is your best fit? Your Associate can recommend the right fair timing based on your subject area and target regions.

Personalized Support at Every Step

At the Cambridge Fair, our team goes above and beyond to support every school and candidate attending. With hands-on assistance from our experienced Senior Associates, along with key members from our Consulting Services Division and Executive Team, you’ll have unparalleled access to guidance and expertise. We’re here to ensure a seamless, rewarding experience tailored to help you make the best connections and opportunities!

Tip: Bring updated materials and arrive early for sign-ups—Associates will be on hand to advise and help prioritize interviews.

Testimonials

Like all Search Associates job fairs, the Cambridge fair allows candidates and school recruiters to arrange interviews to assess mutual fit. It’s also an ideal setting for networking with fellow international teaching candidates and recruiters, offering insight into both the rewards and challenges of teaching abroad. Below are a few testimonials from candidates about their experience at the Cambridge fair.

"This fair was an amazing and fabulous experience. Well done Search Associates!!"

— Heidi Stevens

"All of us who attended from Escuela Bella Vista recommend the Cambridge Fair for the following reasons: a) The advice, assistance and availability of our Search sponsors b) The smaller size facilitated getting to know the recruiters and teachers c) The on-line registration made communication much easier before the fair"

— Jeannette Armbrustmacher

"Thanks so much for all of your guidance and support. I could not have been more impressed with the entire Search Associates staff. I look forward to working with you again in the future."

— Philip Charland

Fair Statistics

The timing of the Cambridge fair is quite advantageous, as it is neither too early nor too late in the international recruiting cycle. School recruiters will be able to interview a large pool of excellent candidates and candidates will have access to a large number of positions available.

The Cambridge fair continues to be recognized as one of Search Associates’ most successful job fairs by both schools and candidates alike. Questions? Contact Jmagagna@searchassociates.com.
Country School
Bahrain Ibn Khuldoon National School
Brazil Chapel School - The International American School Of Brazil
Brazil Pan American - The International School of Porto Alegre
Bulgaria The American College of Sofia
Cameroon American International School of Yaounde
China BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Nanshan
China BASIS Bilingual School Beijing
China BASIS Bilingual School Guangming Shenzhen
China BASIS Bilingual School Shenzhen
China BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Guangzhou
China BASIS International & Bilingual Schools Wuhan
China BASIS International and Bilingual Schools Chengdu
China BASIS International School Hangzhou
China BASIS International School Nanjing
China BASIS International School Park Lane Harbour
China BASIS International School Shenzhen
China HD Beijing School (Hurtwood House China)
China Qingdao No. 1 International School of Shandong Province
China Shanghai Community International School
China Suzhou Singapore International School
China Xiamen International School
China/Hong Kong Hong Kong International School
Colombia Colegio Anglo Colombiano, Bogota
Colombia Colegio Bolivar
Colombia Colegio Granadino, Manizales
Colombia Colegio Karl C. Parrish, Barranquilla
Colombia Colegio Nueva Granada, Bogota
Congo, D.R. (Kinshasa) The American School of Kinshasa
Costa Rica Lincoln School
Dominican Republic Carol Morgan School, Santo Domingo
Egypt Cairo American College
Egypt Manara School
India Woodstock School, Mussoorie
Indonesia Jakarta Intercultural School
Israel Walworth Barbour American International School
Italy Marymount International School Rome
Japan Nagoya International School
Korea Chadwick International
Korea Seoul International School
Korea Yongsan International School of Seoul
Kuwait Global Bilingual Academy School
Kuwait The American School of Kuwait
Kuwait The Universal American School- Kuwait
Lebanon American Community School Beirut
Malaysia Raffles American School
Mexico American School Foundation of Monterrey, A.C.
Mexico The American School Foundation, A.C. (Mexico City)
Morocco American School of Benguerir
Morocco American School of Marrakesh
Morocco Casablanca American School
Morocco George Washington Academy, Casablanca
Myanmar Ayeyarwaddy International School
Myanmar International School of Myanmar
Nigeria American International School of Abuja
Paraguay The American School of Asuncion
Philippines Brent Schools Inc.
Philippines International School Manila
Saudi Arabia American International School - Riyadh
Saudi Arabia American International School of Jeddah
Saudi Arabia The KAUST School
Saudi Arabia Tischools
Switzerland TASIS The American School in Switzerland, Lugano
Taiwan International Bilingual School at Central Taiwan Science Park
Taiwan International Bilingual School at Chiayi Science Park
Thailand International School Bangkok
Turkiye Bilkent Erzurum Laboratory School
Turkiye Bilkent Laboratory & International School, Ankara
Turkiye Bilkent Malatya Laboratory School
Turkiye ENKA Schools, Istanbul
Turkiye Istanbul International Community School
Turkiye Robert College of Istanbul
UK TASIS The American School in England
UK The American School in London
USA Asia Pacific International School Hawaii
USA Harrow International School New York
USA The Awty International School, Houston TX
Worldwide QSI -- Quality Schools International (35 schools in 28 Countries)

Cambridge Fair

Where top schools and exceptional educators meet — set in the heart of Cambridge with the Charles River as your backdrop.

Jan 23–26, 2026 Hyatt Regency Cambridge Invitation-only

Location

The Cambridge fair will be held at the Hyatt Regency Cambridge in Cambridge, Massachusetts, overlooking the Charles River and minutes from Harvard Square. The Hyatt has proudly sponsored the Cambridge fair for the last 29 years and provides outstanding service to both candidates and recruiters.

Parking, room block details, and on-site logistics are available to registered attendees in the JOB FAIRS area of your dashboard.

Invitations

All Search Associates job fairs are by invitation only. If you’re interested in attending, you must be a fully registered and active candidate or school. Get Started

The Cambridge fair is highly sought after, so we strongly encourage interested candidates to start the application well in advance of the event. Member candidates can now request an invitation.

Schedule

The Cambridge fair is strategically timed within the international recruitment cycle—neither too early nor too late—making it highly effective for both candidates and recruiters.

Dates: Friday, January 23, 2026 – Monday, January 26, 2026

Early Interview Sign-Up Sessions (Friday): Two specialized early sign-up sessions will be held—one for Administrator & Counselor candidates, and one for Intern candidates. These sessions are optional but encouraged.

  • Candidates for these roles should plan to arrive well in advance to register. Registration opens for all candidates at 10:00 a.m. on Friday.
  • Schools attending early sessions should arrive by 2:30 p.m. on Friday to ensure vacancies are posted in a timely manner.

More information is available below. (Registered schools and candidates can view the detailed schedule in their IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS tab.)

Note: Candidates with scheduling conflicts may arrive early on Saturday morning and depart late on Sunday if needed. (See the “Tentative Candidate Schedule of Events” for details.)


Registered and invited candidates and recruiters will find more detailed information on their dashboards in the JOB FAIRS section as we get closer to the event.

Did You Know…?

Many international schools start recruiting in September for the following school year.