5 tips for teaching English in Japan as a long-term career (from someone who’s done it)
Teaching English in Japan doesn’t have to be a short-term adventure. If you’re considering TEFL as a long-term career in Japan, here’s the scoop on how to do it. To get some solid TEFL career tips for teaching English in Japan, we decided to go straight to the source and talk to someone who’s been […]
Jimmy’s teach abroad story: From ESL instructor to experienced web developer
Packing up and moving across the world to live and teach is a major commitment. When a teach abroad candidate makes the choice to sign their contract and solidify their plan, they take a lot into consideration. One of the key pieces in this decision-making process is whether or not they think their experience abroad […]
Living abroad: five things to know before teaching English in Japan
When I started my two-year teach abroad stint as a fresh-faced new grad back in August 2009, I had no idea where I wanted to go with my career. I knew I wanted the opportunity to travel to new places, get out of my comfort zone, meet people from all over the world and explore […]
Holiday traditions from around the world
It’s an exciting time of the year in countries all over the world. Here are some unique seasonal traditions teachers in Japan, Scandinavia, and, Kazakhstan will get to enjoy over the holiday season. The Japanese New Year Kadomatsu Teaching in Japan allows the opportunity to witness the Japanese New Year celebrations. The Japanese are always […]
5 tips for living in Japan: Japanese cultural practices
Before you embark on your overseas teaching adventure, it is important to have a good understanding of the cultural practices and traditions unique to your new home. Doing your cultural research will help ensure you enjoy your experience while making new friends and avoiding accidentally offending the locals in your country of choice. Japan is […]
A day in the life: Teaching ESL in Japan
Miller, 28, from Scotland, spent two years teaching English to mixed age and mixed ability groups at an eikaiwa – a private ESL school – in Yokohama, Japan. “My time teaching in Japan was an unforgettable experience. I could go on and on about how great it was and how it continues to impact my […]