It’s hard not to look at almost everything through the prism of 2020’s Coronavirus pandemic, but safe to say everyone’s plans – from TEFL teachers to bus drivers to zookeepers – were thrown into chaos for a good two years. Naturally, when we look at teaching English as a foreign language, we have to concede […]

We say this every year, but what a year it’s been. From Covid-19 lockdowns becoming a thing of the past for most, to new developments across the TEFL scene, it’s been a fantastic 12 months for the industry – and for The TEFL Org. We won a Queen’s Award For Enterprise as well as SCDI’s […]

The pandemic may be firmly in the rear-view mirror, but the impact is still lasting. The world of work has changed radically, and as everyone considered their futures over that dark period, a crack of light came through. People realised that their careers weren’t iron-clad in a particular way, that remote working was possible, and […]

It’s that time of year again; Christmas songs are playing in the shops, stocks in calendar companies are finally showing dividends and we’re rapidly approaching a brand new year. Yes, it’s really been 12 months! For the TEFL community, the landscape is always changing. Just like the news cycle, the environment for TEFL teachers from […]

If you’re reading this it means you’ve probably thought about – or are planning to – move abroad, most likely to become a TEFL teacher. We won’t lie to you, this is an exciting time. The world is brimming with opportunities, whether you’re freshly TEFL certified or you’re just looking for that next step in […]

One of the main things we’re asked as a TEFL provider is about recommended reading to make the most out of a course. While everything you need to pass is included in the course fee – no tricks up our sleeves or extra costs – teaching is a vocation, and it should be imperative for […]

If you’re looking to get into teaching English as a foreign language, there are a number of rewarding experiences ahead of you. Yes, there’s a lot to be said for starting your own online teaching business, moving abroad, or becoming a digital nomad: but what about making a sizeable difference on a more local level? […]

So, you’ve made it: you’re a certified TEFL teacher, having completed a course (preferably with The TEFL Org…). You have access to job boards, maybe you have a contact or two somewhere that you could ask about finding work in a school. What if, though, you want to go it alone? Every year, thousands of […]

So, you’ve completed your TEFL certification, and you’re thinking of a place to go. Are you dreaming about dramatic landscapes, exotic locales, and a uniquely rich cultural playground in an ever-growing country? Thailand might be your port of call, then – home to 6 (six!) UNESCO heritage sites, the ‘Land of Smiles’ has a growing […]

Once you have your TEFL qualification, the learning doesn’t stop there. In a lot of ways, it’s really only just the beginning! Let’s face it – we can all make improvements. Also, it’s good practice to keep on top of new developments in English language teaching. Not only will this help your students with their […]