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.
There’s a lot of misinformation and deliberately misleading information out there about teaching English online. Here at The TEFL Org we’re not in the business of making false promises – we want our students to have all the facts because we know that preparation is key. The online teaching market is one that is full…
It’s a question we’re asked on a daily basis: do I need to speak another language to TEFL? Surely, if you’re teaching English you would need to be able to speak your students’ native language? How else do you effectively communicate? Actually, it’s one of the biggest misconceptions about TEFL! Let’s get into it. Do…
Some people start their TEFL course with a firm idea of where they want to teach afterwards. But for others, working out where to go can be a tough decision. We’re going to run through some important areas you need to research and consider to help you work out where to TEFL. It’s a big…
Japan is a country that has been enticing EFL teachers for decades. With a fascinating culture, ancient traditions, and a strong TEFL jobs market it’s easy to see why. Qualified EFL teachers can find a huge range of opportunities in Japan – from teaching in one of the many language centres across the country, to…
If you’ve scored an interview with an online teaching company then it’s likely you’ll be asked to prepare a demo lesson or intro video. If you’re new to teaching then this can understandably be a daunting prospect! But don’t stress, we’re going to go over some great tips to help you ace it. The demo…
TEFL is not just for gap year students and travel enthusiasts. In fact, many of our students come from teaching backgrounds – some have taught for years and others are studying towards or recently graduated with degrees in education. Maybe you’re fed up with mountains of paperwork, fancy teaching something new, or want to relocate…
The world of online teaching is vast and diverse. Across the globe, people are learning English for a wide variety of reasons. There are children learning the very basics, teenagers preparing to study abroad in an English-speaking country, and adults trying to get ahead in business by improving their English. And some are learning for…
Your TEFL course will teach you how to put together great lesson plans and activities but you might still feel a little nervous about starting your first TEFL job – it’s completely normal! Having quality resources at hand to help you put together exciting and engaging lessons is essential for newly-qualified and experienced EFL teachers…
TEFL accreditation is important. In fact, it’s so important that it’s the first thing you should look into when choosing a TEFL course. But the truth is there’s a lack of regulation in the TEFL industry, which means there’s nothing stopping anyone – regardless of qualifications and experience – from creating a course and selling…
It’s the big question when you’re starting out: how do you advertise as an online English teacher and get students? The online world is a big place and there are a lot of language learners out there looking for teachers, but where do you find them? Teachers have three options when it comes to working…
