October 9th marks the 18th birthday of The TEFL Org, when two experienced TEFL teachers – Jennifer & Joe – set out to create something that would help others have the same opportunities they’d had teaching abroad. Having taught around the world from Greece, France, China, and beyond, Jennifer & Joe used their experience as […]

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10th October, and it’s an opportunity to raise awareness and talk openly about mental health, but also challenging stigmas and preconceptions that surround it.  Mental health issues can affect anyone, regardless of your background, wealth, or beliefs. For TEFL teachers, looking after your mental health is […]

With lush rainforests, relics of ancient civilisations, and a high demand for English speakers – Latin America is a great spot of TEFL teachers seeking career opportunities and a varied lifestyle. But with so many interesting cultures to choose from, narrowing down which country to call your new home isn’t easy.  In celebration of launching […]

Having a degree can open the door to teaching opportunities across the world, but it’s not always a requirement.  Although it’s a legal requirement in some countries and a preference for many employers, there are still plenty of opportunities to teach English abroad if you have English proficiency, a TEFL certificate, and enough energy to […]

Finding work right after graduation can be tough, but one of the simplest ways to gain experience after graduation is by teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL). While many graduates take a year off from work to spend their savings traveling the world, it’s possible to travel, fill your CV/resume with international work experience, and […]

Joining a teaching programme like EPIK or JET is one of the most popular ways to get started teaching abroad, with thousands of English teachers finding jobs in Korean and Japanese schools each year.   But there’s a lot of prep work involved if you want to time your application right, and that includes getting your […]

From Gothic architecture, Alpine peaks, to the Mediterranean coast and more, Europe is one of the best regions for teaching English abroad.

Everyone wants to travel, but it’s not easy to book your flights on a whim when you need to budget or have personal commitments. But whether you’re career-focused or just mindful of your wallet, it’s possible to break even or earn a salary while improving career prospects abroad.  Here are the top 5 ways to […]

At The TEFL Org, we’re proud to have certified 205,000+ teachers to launch their careers overseas. But despite being the most accredited TEFL provider in the world, we’re always looking to innovate education and make studying more accessible.  With our new 120-hour Premier Online TEFL Course: Audio Edition, you can learn to teach English as […]

From ancient civilisations and sprawling megacities to world-class cuisine, Asia is one of the best places to teach English abroad. But with demand for English teachers across the continent, choosing where to go first can be a tough decision. In celebration of our new guide to teaching English in Asia, we’ve put together a list […]