Five productive things to do at home in self-isolation after you’ve watched all of Netflix
With social distancing and self-isolation being critical to flattening the curve of the global COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are spending a lot of our time at home. While Netflix does offer an appealing escape from the uncertainty of the current situation, you’re eventually going to run out of things to watch. Once that happens, it […]
Teach Away’s Response to COVID-19
It’s hard not to think about what’s happening in the world right now. It seems wherever you turn, new information about COVID-19 continues to unfold at every moment. We know the impact this may be having on our teachers abroad or at-home, both mentally and physically, and we are writing this to let you know […]
Dreaming of teaching abroad? Here are the 5 best programs hiring right now!
So, you’ve just finished college and you’re thinking about teaching English abroad when a thought strikes you: You could go anywhere in the world. In a few months, you could find yourself in a place you’ve never imagined. With people you don’t even know exist right now. Teaching abroad opens up a world of opportunity that’s […]
TEFL vs TESOL certification: Why get either one?
If you’re looking to teach abroad, chances are you’ve already stumbled upon these two terms on your job hunt. They may sound similar at first glance, but they offer different possibilities for teachers. Feeling lost over which certification path to take? Or, are you wondering what these acronyms even mean? That brings us to the […]
How to quickly become a teacher in the US with an online teacher certification program
Please note that the Teacher Certification Program (TCP) is no longer enrolling new students as of May 2025. Whether your heart’s already set on becoming a teacher or you’re entertaining the idea, there has never been a better time to start a new career teaching in the US. That’s because right now, the demand for […]
How to get a job teaching English online without a degree [+companies hiring]
You have your heart set on teaching English online and you’re just about ready to go for it and apply, but there’s one tiny problem… The job posting is looking for applicants with a bachelor’s degree and you don’t have a four-year degree. So maybe you never took the university route or you’re still a […]
Is a TEFL certification necessary for an experienced teacher?
Picture this: you’re an experienced teacher who is used to teaching native English speakers at home. You walk into a classroom full of eager foreign learners for the very first time. The class is just as excited as you are, but despite this, something just isn’t clicking when the lesson begins. After a bit of […]
7 fun things to do while teaching in Tucson, AZ
When you think of top teaching destinations in the United States, Tucson, Arizona might not necessarily jump to mind. But this vibrant southwestern city actually has a lot to offer its new teachers, including bountiful opportunities for local fun, adventures, and, of course, teaching. Have a teaching degree already? Then set your sights on Tucson! Or if you’re […]
How to travel the world and make money by teaching English abroad (or online!)
The new year has begun and, if you haven’t already, now is a great time to reflect on some New Year’s resolution ideas. For many of us, it’s all too tempting to fall back on resolutions focused on dieting or self-improvement. A much better plan is to make resolutions you’ll actually want to stick to […]
The best places to teach English abroad in 2020 [+job postings]
With a new year comes a new chance for you to finally turn your dreams of teaching English abroad into a reality! You may have been contemplating moving overseas for a while. Now that you’re committed to going, you still haven’t settled on where to go. Figuring out where to go when uprooting your life […]