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Teach Away Terms and Conditions

This is a legal and binding agreement (the Agreement) which, when agreed to by submitting an online
application on www.teachaway.com (the Application), will permanently limit your ability to recover from the
parties indicated below for injuries or losses you may sustain as a result of participating in employment, study,
or volunteer program overseas. The purpose of the terms and conditions set forth below is to outline the
relationship between Teach Away Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Teach Away), you (hereinafter referred to as
the Teacher or You or I), and your overseas employer (hereinafter referred to as the Hiring Institution)
in relation to any part of your participation in overseas paid or unpaid assignment including work and study
abroad (hereinafter referred to as the Program). THIS AGREEMENT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS,
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION.

The following terms and conditions apply to the Teachers participation in the Program:
Participation in the Program and Assumption of Risk:
I freely choose to participate in the Program and I agree to travel to the location(s) that are required of the
Program for the purpose of working, researching, studying, or volunteering.
I understand that by participating in the Program I will be in an unfamiliar surrounding and will be exposed to
risks to my person and possession. I understand that I may suffer physical injury, sickness or death, or damage
to my property as a result of my participation in the Program; and that there is a possibility of violence and
crime, civil unrest, natural disaster, homesickness, and loneliness. I freely and voluntarily accept and assume all
such risks, dangers and hazards.
I agree that my safety is primarily dependent upon my taking proper care of myself and avoiding any activity or
behavior which would harm me or others. Despite precautions, accidents and injuries can occur. I freely
choose to participate in the Program and assume all risks in relation to the activities I undertake while
participating in the Program including but not limited to loss or injury, death, illness, bodily harm, theft or loss
which may result from accidents, natural disasters, extreme weather conditions, crime, civil unrest, terrorism,
war or riot.
By submitting my application to the Program I certify that I am physically and emotionally capable to carry out
the duties required of me by the Hiring Institution. I further certify that I do not have any mental, physical, or
other medical issues which may affect my ability to participate in the Program in a professional and respectful
manner.
I acknowledge and agree that Teach Away is not responsible for arranging any medical, personal health, dental
or accidental insurance coverage, or any insurance coverage protecting the Teachers personal possessions for
the Teacher in relation to the Teachers participation in the Program (Insurance) and that it is my
responsibility to ensure Insurance for the duration of the Program.
I further acknowledge and agree, that unless the Teacher and the Hiring Institution separately agree in writing to
have Insurance as part of the Program, the Hiring Institution is not responsible for arranging Insurance and that
arranging for any and all Insurance for the duration of the Program is solely the responsibility of the Teacher.
Participation in the Program and Employment Overseas:
I expressly agree that I am not an employee of Teach Away, and have no employee rights or benefits including,
without limitation, any workers compensation benefits. I understand that Teach Away is not a Hiring
Institution but rather an agency that introduces me to the Hiring Institution. I understand that by receiving an
acceptance from Teach Away I am not guaranteed a placement with the Hiring Institution. I further
acknowledge that the final offer of employment and participation in the Program is provided by the Hiring
Institution.
I understand that while Teach Away offers support in preparation for the Program, the Program is a relationship
between the Teacher and the Hiring Institution and subject to a separate agreement between the Teacher and the
Hiring Institution. Teach Away is not liable for any disputes: financial, physical or otherwise that may occur
between the Teacher and the Hiring Institution in connection with the Program, including but not limited to,
breach of contract by the Teacher or the Hiring Institution, bankruptcy, or violation of host countrys
laws. Furthermore, Teach Away is not responsible for arbitrating a dispute between the Teacher and the Hiring
Institution nor the outcome of any such disputes including but not limited to termination of contract between the
Teacher and the Hiring Institution and guarantee of further employment or participation in the Program.
I understand that Teach Away is not an agent of, and has no responsibility for, any third party including without
limitation any sponsor or Program that may provide any services, equipment, training or activities associated
with the Program. I agree to inform myself about the potential dangers of the areas I am traveling to and
precautions which should be taken for health, immunization, political and consular information.
Participation in the Program and Assumption of Responsibility:
I understand that I am responsible for preparing all necessary documents required for participation in the
Program and agree that I am responsible for all costs associated with preparation of such documents. I further
acknowledge that I am responsible for all transportation and accommodation arrangements and costs associated
with the Program. If any of these arrangements are offered by the Hiring Institution, I understand that these
arrangements are only between I and the Hiring Institution and as such do not hold Teach Away responsible for
any such arrangements.
I am fully aware that by participating in the Program I am required to abide by laws and customs of my host
country and the Hiring Institution.
I agree to be accountable in all respects for my own actions and not to ask Teach Away or its employees to
accept the consequences thereof; further, I agree to be responsible for any third party claims, liabilities,
damages, fines made against Teach Away in relation to such actions. I acknowledge that I have been advised by
Teach Away of such risks and dangers as well as the need to act in a responsible manner at all times. I
recognize that despite all support offered by Teach Away to the Teacher, Teach Away will not supervise any of
the Hiring Institutions Programs, living arrangements, or extracurricular activities carried out throughout the
Program.
Personal Information:
Teach Away is committed to protecting the privacy of all applicants and participants of the Program. I authorize
Teach Away to collect my personal information for the purposes of determining my eligibility for the
Program. I further authorize Teach Away to share this information with potential Hiring Institutions for the
purpose of securing my employment overseas and assisting in any travel arrangements associated with the
Program.
Personal information such as academic background, resume, cover letter, contact information, age, and any
financial information is confidential and will only be shared with potential Hiring Institutions for the purpose of
securing employment and application to the Program.
Teach Away stores all information submitted through Teach Aways online application. If the Teacher wishes
to remove personal information from Teach Aways system, the Teacher can submit a written request to Teach
Away.
I understand that my communication with Teach Away, including but not limited to emails and phone calls,
pertaining to my experience in the Program may be used by Teach Away for the purpose of promoting the
Program. I agree to allow Teach Away to use any such information for reproduction, website content
development and promotional material related to Teach Away and the Program. I further understand that any
communication related to the Program such as pictures, questions, feedback, ideas, lesson plans, and suggestions
are available for use by Teach Away for any purpose whatsoever. Aforementioned communication does not
include personal information such as resume, cover letter, financial and academic history, preferences and
age. Teach Away does not sell or distribute the Teachers personal information. Teach Away only shares
personal information with the potential Hiring Institution for the purpose of employment and participation in the
Program.
Liability Waiver:
I forever release and hold harmless Teach Away and its employees from any and all liability for any loss,
damage, injury or expense that I or my next of kin may suffer as a result of my participation in the Program
including but not limited to injury, bodily harm, property damage, transportation, civil unrest, accidents, civil
unrest, war, natural disasters, scheduling, government restrictions and regulations, and any and all expenses
which I may incur while participating in the Program.
In consideration of Teach Aways support of the Program, I covenant not to sue and agree to indemnify and
hold harmless Teach Away from any and all causes of action, claims, demands, losses or costs of any nature
whatsoever arising out of or in any way relating to my participation in the Program.
This Agreement is effective commencing the time that the Teacher submits an Application. The provisions of
this Agreement shall survive the expiration or termination of a Teachers participation in the Program. I herby
certify that I have read this Agreement in its entirety and that I agree to all terms and conditions outlined in this
Agreement. I further certify that I am legally competent and that I freely agree to this Agreement.
I understand that this Agreement cannot be modified or interpreted except in writing by Teach Away and that
verbal or interpretation modifications shall not be valid. In case of death, this Agreement is effective and
binding upon my next of kin, heirs, representatives, executors, administrators and assigns, in the event of death.
Governing Law: This Agreement shall be exclusively governed by and construed in accordance with the laws
in force in the Province of Ontario, including all applicable federal laws of Canada.

Use of Website: Under no circumstances, included but not limited to, negligence, shall Teach Away be liable
for any special or consequential damages arising from the use of, or inability to use this website. Teach Away
website may contain links to third party websites. Teach Away is not responsible for the content or use of such
third party websites.

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