Meet the teacher: Certified teacher, Bill, in Delhi, India

Bill, a certified teacher from Bellingham, Washington, began his Teach Away placement at iDiscoveri Education in Gurgaon, South Delhi, India, about 3 weeks ago. Instead of teaching, he is developing a Science Curriculum for the institute. We caught up with him to learn how he’s enjoying his Teach Away experience so far, and to see […]

Teaching abroad: choose the best school for you

There’s no doubt about it: there are hundreds of great international schools with opportunities for teachers, but we know many of you have heard the odd horror story about teaching abroad. Though these stories are few and far between, we know it’s important to learn how to recognize which schools are reputable in order to […]

Top 10 Application Mistakes

Teach Away’s Placement Coordinators receive a high volume of applications every day. You want to make sure your application stands out – but not in a bad way!  Below is a list of friendly reminders of common mistakes on Teach Away applications.  Read over this list before you submit your application: Check that your resume […]

What to Wear When Teaching Abroad

Today’s Guest Blog is written by Erika Phyall who currently works in community relations for the University of Southern California Rossier School of Education’s online master’s programs. USC Rossier provides current and aspiring teachers the opportunity to earn an online Master’s in Teaching degree and a Master’s of Education online. Outside of work Erika enjoys networking, DIY projects, […]

Interviewing to Teach Abroad? Tips to Make Your Interview a Success

By Ariane Campbell You’ve likely had job interviews before, but the stakes are higher when you’re interviewing to teach abroad. You’re not only discussing a position, but an entirely different country, set of cultural expectations, and way of life. This interview could not only land you a new job, but also land you in an […]

Choosing your destination

By Thiago Silva So you decided to step out of your comfort zone and explore other cultures while teaching English – now where should you start? While there is no right or wrong answer to this question, there are a few steps you can take to make your search more effective. One of the first […]