1 February 2014 English language students all around the world hail from all sorts of backgrounds and there is a real range of age and ability of those looking to learn English as a foreign language. Depending on where you are and which school you work for, you may be teaching English to straight edged […]
Advice & General Information
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.
How Much Can I Earn Teaching English in South America?
30 January 2014 Salaries ESL teachers earn vary across continents and as they are usually paid in local currency they should also be considered within the prism of the local living costs. Although South America is known not to be a top earning TEFL destination, ESL teachers in Peru earning will enjoy the same standard […]
Our beginners’ guide to TEFL
If you are thinking about teaching English abroad but don’t know where to start or even what’s what – our quick guide is here to help explain everything and get you ready to start your very own TEFL journey. What is TEFL? TEFL refers to teaching English as a foreign language and is usually done abroad. It is possible […]
6 Reasons to TEFL in Latin America
26 November 2013 If you are still toying over where to go with your TEFL certificate, discover why teaching English in Latin America might be for you! Festivals Latin America certainly does not shy away from exuberant and colourful festivals; some of which we might dare say are the best in the world. Carnival, which […]
Ten things you didn’t know about TEFL
14 November 2013 1. TEFL is not just for young people We’re seeing increasing numbers of people who fancy taking some time out, or taking a career break or simply looking to do some travelling they didn’t get a chance to do when they were younger. It is also a great opportunity for any expats […]
Is TEFL a Real Job?
5 November 2013 Straight answer; absolutely! Yes, some TEFL teachers only teach for maybe a year as they are on a gap-year or a sabbatical but many start with one job and then they are hooked! Classroom after classroom and country after country; they travel the world and immerse themselves in new cultures in a […]
Why Does China Have Such High Demand for TEFL?
2 September 2013 China is a rapidly evolving country and if you’re looking for cultural immersion, you don’t need to look any further. It’s one of the fastest developing economies in the world: from high-tech gadgets to breath-taking skyscrapers, amidst the lingering legends of past dynasties and historic charm of some fantastic archaeological sites, there […]
Essential Things to Pack for Teaching English Abroad
Packing to go abroad may be the most stressful part of your whole TEFL career! Trying to cram your whole life into suitcase isn’t possible, so here’s our guide to essential items you should pack before you set off on your journey teaching English abroad. Pictures of family and friends These are the people you […]
American English vs British English
2 August 2013 For two countries who speak the same language, there could not be more difference between American and British English. Since English spellings did not become standardised until the eighteenth century; on both sides of the Pond (more commonly known as the Atlantic Ocean!) many words are the same but some are different. […]
Who TEFLs – Globetrotters
16 July 2013 Once bitten by the travel bug there is simply no going back, wanderlust is a common symptom and an innate desire to discover and explore will stay with you forever. TEFL supports a traveller’s needs; funding your travels and providing a stepping stone from country to country where students and employers welcome […]
