One of the most frequent questions we get asked is how long does it take to complete a TEFL course? Most TEFL courses are named according to the number of hours they take to complete. So, the answer might seem obvious to some – as long as the course name suggests, surely? A 120-hour TEFL […]

A big part of what makes an incredible TEFL adventure is the people you meet along the way. Making new friends as a first-time TEFL teacher abroad can, for many, feel a little daunting. After all, you already have a new job, new culture, and a whole new way of living to adapt to! But […]

Teaching English abroad offers an adventure like no other. One that will challenge, inspire, surprise, and quite likely change you as a person.  But starting a new job in a country potentially thousands of miles away from your friends and family can also be overwhelming! Culture shock, homesickness, language barriers and loneliness are all very […]

A new year brings with it new possibilities, and with TEFL those possibilities are never-ending. But where should you TEFL in 2024? While we’re still very much living through this pandemic, we’re hopeful that 2024 will bring with it an improved situation for TEFL teachers aiming to work abroad.  Teachers have had to contend with […]

There’s a lot of misinformation 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 the key to teaching success.  The online teaching market is full of great opportunities […]

It’s been another busy year here at The TEFL Org! We launched a new course, gained even more accreditation, released our Guide to the World, and shared a range of blog posts every single week to help and inspire you at each stage of your TEFL journey. Here are some of the top posts you […]

Can you picture yourself swimming in the clearest blue water, surrounded by rocky cliffs and sunbathing on sandy beaches? Does exploring medieval castles and colourful unique streets sound appealing? Are you excited to order world-famous tapas in Spanish, then dance to Latin music all night? TEFL can make all this possible! The relaxed culture, sunny […]

In most cases, applying for positions teaching English abroad can be done at any time of the year, but some parts of the world – and specific types of jobs – have strict hiring seasons. To help you understand more about the hiring times around the world, we’ve compiled this guide!  With demand high for qualified TEFL […]

Back in July 2020, in the midst of a global pandemic, my wife and I decided to leave our jobs in Ireland and move to Spain. Having worked in my previous job for 12 years it was a huge decision to leave, however, living outside Dublin meant having to spend up to 4 hours a […]

Signing up for an online course can feel a little daunting if you’ve never studied online or it’s been a while since you studied at all!  One of the great things about our online TEFL courses is that they’re self-paced, meaning you’re in control of your learning. It’s up to you how you structure your […]