Ustaad's Guide to Success
Follow our step-by-step guide to build your professional profile and find your next teaching role on UstaadSearch.
Create Your Professional Profile
Build a profile that showcases your expertise: education, teaching experience, subjects, and a headline. Set your hourly, per-session, weekly, or monthly rate.
Pro Tips for Success
- Upload a professional headshot
- List your education and past experience
- Add your CV so institutions can review it
Confirm Your Email
Confirm your email address to earn the 'Email Confirmed' badge on your public profile — a quick trust signal for institutions browsing teacher profiles.
Pro Tips for Success
- Click the link we send to your inbox
- Check your spam folder if it doesn't arrive
- Resend the email anytime from your dashboard
Discover Opportunities with AI Search
Use AI-powered search to find school jobs and tutoring gigs that match your subjects, city, and preferred mode of teaching.
Pro Tips for Success
- Describe the role in plain language
- Filter by subject, city, and mode
- Check back regularly for new postings
Apply — or Get Invited
Apply directly to jobs that fit you, or let institutions find you first: our recommendation system surfaces matching teachers to institutions, who can invite you to apply.
Pro Tips for Success
- Apply straight from a job's page
- Keep your profile complete — it improves your ranking in recommendations
- Watch your notifications for invitations to apply
Coordinate Directly via WhatsApp
Once you're logged in, reach out to institutions directly via WhatsApp to discuss interview details and next steps.
Pro Tips for Success
- Respond promptly
- Keep a record of agreed terms
- Confirm interview details in writing
Build Your Reputation
Reviews from institutions and parents appear on your public profile. A strong rating helps you stand out in search and in recommendations.
Pro Tips for Success
- Keep your profile up to date
- Respond promptly to inquiries
- A complete, active profile ranks better in search
Ready to find your next opportunity?
Join 2,374+ teachers already building their profile on UstaadSearch.
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