How to earn a great salary as a teacher abroad
Heading overseas to teach is more than just the adventure of a lifetime. Chances are, you’re also hoping to get paid well for your efforts! However, without the proper due diligence beforehand, you could sign up for a year of teaching that won’t raise your bank balance by much. But if you do prepare, you […]
8 ways to make new connections while teaching abroad
One of the most intimidating parts of teaching abroad is the thought of going it alone. Even if you’re an extrovert, striking out on your own is scary and the thought that you don’t know who’ll you’ll be celebrating your next birthday with or even simply hanging out with on the weekends can feel downright […]
Salaries, bonuses and negotiations: getting paid to teach overseas
Money might not be the main motivator that inspires people to teach abroad, but one thing’s for sure—if you’re setting off on the adventure of a lifetime you’ll want to make sure you’ve got enough yen, euros or dirhams in your pocket to enjoy it. But at the same time, you’ve probably heard stories of […]
What you need to know about in-person interview sessions
It may come as a surprise, but not all international schools hire off of a Skype interview. Some schools are very particular about meeting teachers in-person before making a job offer. Throughout the year, our partners will hold interview sessions in major cities across the world to find the top talent for their schools. Teach […]
What’s it like to teach special education abroad?
On any day of the week teaching special education requires a good dose of adaptability, creative thinking and intuition. So, what’s it like when you do it in a different country? What similarities can you expect when you teach special education abroad? The fundamentals of the job will be the same wherever you go. Special […]
How to increase your chances of landing your English teach abroad job
Around the world, there’s a sky-high and ever-growing demand for English teachers to work at local schools. After all, English is seen as the global language of business, with one in four people able to speak or understand it worldwide. The usefulness of knowing English is pushing more people to learn—from young professionals to parents […]
Teaching English to Young Learners in Japan
Ah, Japan. From carving up fresh-fallen powder in Honshu to dining on mind-blowing Nigiri, Sashimi, and Maki (I mean, it’s a sushi lover’s Mecca), Japan is a country rich in incredibly beautiful cultural anomalies and unique opportunities. Perhaps, what’s most exciting to the Teach Away team are the opportunities to teach English abroad in Japan […]
Everything you need to know about teaching at private schools vs. public
There are teaching fundamentals that are relevant in every classroom, from lesson planning, knowledge sharing, and homework marking. But the kind of school you teach in can make a big difference to your work life. There are many types of schools out there but all of them fall into one of two categories: public or private. Choosing where […]
How to file your U.S. taxes after teaching abroad or online
With tax season in full swing, many current and future teachers who work online or abroad are asking: “What taxes am I required to pay on my teaching income?” If you’re in that same boat, you’ve come to the right place! We’re here to answer all your tax-related questions about teaching abroad and online. Thankfully, […]
Teaching English with the Cultural Ambassador Program in Spain
As you start searching for ESL jobs, you may notice that it’s tough to land a teaching gig in Western Europe if you don’t have a European Union passport. But if you’ve been dreaming of tapas, flamenco dancing, and vibrant fiestas in Spain, you could still be in luck. We want to tell you about […]