From where to look for work teaching English abroad and getting your CV seen by employers,to interview prep and demo lessons - we’ve got it covered.
TEFL is a growing industry and there are ample job opportunities for newly qualified teachers. Knowing where to look for jobs, however, can be less obvious. We have compiled a list of useful websites which advertise positions with reputable schools all around the world to help you get started. TEFL Jobs Centre The first place…
As you begin the preparations to start your exciting TEFL journey, you will find there is a lot of useful information and inspiring stories available for you to digest. There are also some less spoken about or widely known pitfalls that can trip up some TEFL teachers. In this blog post we outline some of…
Before you travel abroad to TEFL (teach English as a foreign language) you will need to secure the relevant paperwork and travel documents required for a prolonged stay. This process should be started ahead of departure in order to minimise stress further down the line. Documentation requirements can be complex and often subject to change.…
The list of social media sites and its users is growing exponentially. It is no longer a question of whether you use social networking sites, but rather how well you use them. The number of companies that use social media for hiring purposes is at an all-time high and due to the minimal cost, employers…
As in all industries, TEFL is unfortunately not immune to scams. Although there are many reputable schools and institutions out there looking to hire ESL teachers, there are also some fake agents, employers and recruitment agencies. At TEFL Org, we want to make you aware of the signs of a job scam and how best…
We receive numerous CVs and applications every week to review – one of the services we offer as part of our online TEFL Jobs Centre – and see the same mistakes being made again and again. These mistakes can make your application go straight from the yes pile to the no pile. So, here’s how…
Once you have completed your TEFL course you will nearly be ready to start applying for jobs. One of the most important aspects of looking for a job in any field is to build a solid resume that will be attractive to employers and help you stand out from competitors. Many jobs these days are…
Your guide to creating the perfect TEFL CV, section by section. Put your personal information at the top So start with the essentials – there is always one candidate who has missed out their contact information on their CV. Include your full name, email address, contact telephone number and postal address. Your address is important…
With so many great destinations across the world to teach TEFL it can be difficult to choose. Here we talk about the draw of South America, a huge continent filled with diverse and fascinating cultures. Festivals South America is famous for its passionate and fun loving people, reflected in the fantastic festivals held throughout the…
Many EFL schools now ask teachers to conduct a demonstration lesson as part of the application process. While most teachers find this part of the process to be more nerve-wracking than the interview, it needn’t be that way. You just need to prepare like you would for any lesson. So, why a demonstration lesson? The…
