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 […]
Thinking of teaching abroad? Here’s how much it’s going to cost you
Teaching English abroad can be one of the best financial decisions you make as a young professional—once you start working! But before you begin earning a steady income from teaching English, there are financial costs involved in moving countries and starting up somewhere new. Prior to signing an ESL job contract, it’s important that you—as […]
Everything you need to know about teaching in a hagwon
South Korea is a great destination for TEFL teachers and if you’re thinking of teaching there you’ve probably already realised the first decision you’ll need to make: public school or hagwon? Um, what is a hagwon? Hagwons are private schools that many South Korean students attend outside regular school hours to get in some extra […]
Should you apply for EPIK, GEPIK, SMOE or GOE in South Korea?
If you’ve set your sights on teaching in a public school in South Korea, you’re in for an awesome experience. Alongside the thrill of jetting off to a new country, you also get great job security to boot and a pay packet that isn’t too shabby at all. In other words, maximum adventure with minimum […]
How to land a job teaching English in Italy
Teaching English in Italy certainly sounds attractive. Of all the opportunities to teach abroad in Europe, it’s one of the most popular. Whether you’re looking for a snug rural town or a boisterous city, you’re bound to find an ESL teaching position that suits you. Let’s paint the picture (mostly because I want to talk […]