Do I Need A TEFL Certificate If I’m A Licensed Teacher? | Ask Teach Away

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“Dear Teach Away, I have a teaching license from my home country, but now I wish to move abroad to countries like Spain and teach English there. Do I need a TEFL certificate in addition to my teaching license in order to teach English abroad?” Hello! Congratulations on your decision to explore teaching opportunities abroad. […]

5 awesome jobs for people who love to travel

Don’t call it a dream. Call it a plan. Got wanderlust? Maybe you’re ready to ditch your boring 9 to 5, or you’re a recent grad who wants a new experience before settling down to work. We feel you! There’s a sweet spot for traveling – and it happens in your twenties. As a teenager, […]

Teaching Abroad and Traveling Solo in 2023: Guide to Getting Started

Traveling solo and teaching abroad can be a life-changing experience.  And the best part? This is a time in human history when it is incredibly easy to travel abroad.  And now that the pandemic is winding down in most places, solo travel is picking up.  Plus, there are work abroad programs all over the world. […]

Should you teach English in Japan or South Korea?

If you’ve decided you want to teach English in East Asia, adventure awaits you. The TEFL market is huge, and there are plenty of opportunities for English-speaking teachers. Two of the most popular countries to teach in are Japan and South Korea. Both offer a wide range of jobs, the potential for a great salary, […]

Living and teaching English online in Puerto Rico can be your reality, too

Imagine living a life full of purpose and meaning while still maintaining the ability to travel to the world, set your own schedule, and have autonomy over what your workday looks like. Now, I can probably guess what you’re thinking – that sounds way too good to be true – right? Well, I’m going to […]

How to start teaching English in Spain | Q & A with RVF International

Are you planning to travel and teach English in Spain? There isn’t much to debate when it comes to this decision. Spain is one of the most sought-after teaching destinations in the world. If you’re interested in teaching in a country with some of the world’s best culinary dishes, historic sites, and a 4-day work […]

Best Countries To Teach English Abroad In 2023

Do you want to travel the world and experience life in another country? Well, you’re in luck, and you don’t need to have a lot of money to do it!  In fact, you can experience life in another country and make good money doing it.  In this article, we will look at the top places […]

Top 6 jobs that allow you to travel the world in 2023

While the global pandemic has grounded any plans for international travel, things have begun to shift.  Staying healthy and cautious remains a top priority, but there are signs of hope that 2023 might be the year for exploring the world again.  This means that your dreams of living and working overseas are looking more and […]

Career Options: What to do after teaching English abroad?

Upon returning from one of the most exciting adventures of your life, are you wondering how you can recreate the experience of traveling and teaching abroad closer to home?  You are not alone if you are feeling the anxiety of what to do after teaching English abroad.  You might have gone overseas for a short […]

13 ESL Classroom Tips You Must Know Before You Teach

Are you a new teacher gearing up for your first ESL classroom? I’ve been in your shoes before – I taught abroad in the UAE for six years and have been teaching English language learners (ELLs). Teaching English in the classroom to students who have a limited English language understanding can feel like a daunting […]