How many hours of TEFL do I need to teach abroad or online?
A quick search online will show that there are online TEFL courses to suit every schedule and every budget. But how many hours of TEFL training do you actually need to qualify for jobs? Well, the answer depends on whether you’re teaching abroad (and which country you choose) or online. For teaching jobs abroad you’ll […]
14 free resources for ESL lesson planning I couldn’t teach without
So you think you can TEFL? And it’s true, you’ve got the certificate, you’re fully qualified and all set to teach English abroad or even teach English online. You’ve got some lesson ideas under your belt. Maybe you’ve got more lesson ideas than you know what to do with, I was like you once… young, […]
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 […]
Quiz: Where’s the best place to teach English abroad with a TEFL certification [+ job postings]
So you’ve decided you want to pack up your life and find the perfect job teaching abroad, but there’s only one problem: you don’t know where you want to go! With so many options before you, it’s no wonder this decision takes lots of contemplating. That’s why we’ve whipped up a short quiz to help […]
The 5 best places to save money teaching abroad
Okay, so you’ve made up your mind to teach English abroad and now comes the exciting part: choosing where to go. Some people make this decision based on a lifelong obsession with a certain culture, or just a few breathtaking photos they see online. But for others, choosing where to teach might not be so […]
What It’s Really Like to Teach English in Japan: A Teacher’s Perspective
Teaching English in Japan is unlike teaching, well, anywhere else in the world. Not only is it a country full of magnificent sites – both natural and historic – but it also has a rich culture with many beautiful customs. While we have previously covered a few tips and tricks for getting ready to teach English […]
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 […]