Qualified teachers are moving abroad in droves to TEFL (teach English as a foreign language). Benefits of TEFL for qualified teachers While teaching here in the UK can be a stressful and bureaucratic business, there are many attractions to chucking it all in and moving abroad. There is the chance of better weather; rent-free accommodation; […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
19 August 2013 Teaching English abroad affords the opportunity to soak up new cultures while earning a steady income. For some TEFL is nothing more than a ticket for travelling, however you might want to consider exactly how much you are going to get paid as it won’t be much fun if you don’t earn […]
7 June 2013 Looking for that dream job abroad? Here are four things you can do that will make you stand out from the crowd and help you get that perfect TEFL job! Number of hours and specialist modules TEFL qualifications work in the number of hours completed, and naturally the more hours, the better the qualification. We […]