Starting out in TEFL can be a daunting experience, but it doesn’t have to be! We’ve compiled a range of teaching tips and resources recommended by our TEFL Org tutors so you can be confident going into your next English language lesson.
It’s a misconception that TEFL is something only young people do for a year or two before coming home and finding a ‘proper job’. While many people do only teach English for a few years to travel and experience the world – and there’s nothing wrong with that! – there are a wide range of […]
How much does it cost to TEFL? What are the start up costs for teaching English abroad? Do employers cover them? These are questions we’re frequently asked at The TEFL Org. Starting a new career and relocating almost always involves some start up costs, and TEFL is no different! It’s hard to say how much […]
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s learn to pivot. Recent changes in China have resulted in a big shake up of the online English teaching market. New legislation prohibits online teachers based outside of China from tutoring Chinese students, supposedly in a bid to reduce the amount of hours children spend studying outside of […]
There have been rumblings for several months about major changes to the online tutoring market in China. This August those changes were brought into force and we’re now starting to see the impact of them with online teaching companies in China finding themselves restricted in terms of when lessons can be conducted and who by. […]
Am I too old to TEFL? Am I too young to TEFL? We’re here to answer your age-related TEFL questions! There are no strict age limits for TEFL but that’s not to say there aren’t some things you should be aware of if you’re an especially young or a more mature aspiring EFL teacher. For any teaching position, regardless […]
Introducing our FREE Guide to Teaching English in the Middle East & Africa! In this guide you’ll discover everything you need to know about teaching in the most popular TEFL destinations in this part of the world. Discover what the requirements are for teaching English in each country, how much you can potentially earn, and […]
If teaching English in Hong Kong takes your fancy then you’ll want to check out the NET scheme. Like JET in Japan and EPIK in South Korea, NET is a government-run scheme that aims to improve the English proficiency of children and teenagers in Hong Kong by placing native (or native-level) English teachers in classrooms. It’s a […]
One of the most frequent questions we’re asked is how long does it take to complete a TEFL course? Most TEFL courses are named according to the number of hours they take to complete. So, the answer might seem obvious to some – as long as the course name suggests, surely? A 120-hour TEFL course […]
With so many options available, choosing the best TEFL course can feel like a challenge. There are so many different types of courses and course providers out there, so how do you choose? Not all TEFL course providers or courses are equal. You want to know that what you sign up for is going to […]
Are you considering teaching English online but are feeling concerned about your lack of teaching experience? Everyone has to start somewhere! We’ve put together some useful information and tips to help you navigate the world of online teaching as a newbie teacher. By the end of this article you should be ready with an action […]
