The TEFL Org blog is updated weekly to bring you helpful tips and information about finding work abroad, stories from course graduates, and so much more.
- There are a lot of different TEFL courses and providers out there and it can all quickly get a bit confusing. What do the different hours mean? Are there levels of TEFL qualifications? Will some courses increase your earning potential? The most important thing to research when choosing a TEFL course is accreditation, which we’ve covered in a previous blog post. Once you’ve decided on the provider to study with you need to choose the course that’s right for you and in this article we’re going to break down the facts and help you do just that! TEFL levels explained…
- Can non-native English speakers TEFL? Does English have to be your first language in order to teach it? The answer is simple: if you’re fluent in English then you have the potential to teach it! Many non-native English speakers have trained with us and have gone on to find work teaching English all over the world and online. That’s not to say there aren’t some challenges, unfortunately. While more and more is being done to combat native-speaker bias in the TEFL market, discrimination and barriers do exist. Preparing our students for the world of TEFL is important to us; we…
After years of teaching abroad and enjoying lunch times spent basking in the scorching sunshine, I knew that transitioning back to life in the UK wasn’t going to be easy. I had spent 6 adventurous years travelling across inspiring continents and countries, and gaining not only a deeper knowledge of teaching, but a much better […]
I’m already a few months into my second year contract in Shan State, Myanmar and it’s become home – a slightly frustrating at times home, but a home nonetheless. I live and TEFL in Taunggyi, Southern Shan State, in a smallish but ever-growing town surrounded by misty mountains. Outside my town are the greenest landscapes […]
There’s nothing like a good blog to get your travel-bug biting. Fortunately, an abundance of travel blogs can be found online, just waiting to inspire your next adventure. No matter what country, region, or continent you’re interested in working in, there’s a website for you. Beware: there’s a lot of garbage out there, so to […]
There’s nothing more satisfying in teaching than witnessing the growth and development of your students’ skills and confidence. When your students are children, or young teens, and their whole lives are ahead of them, your job feels truly fulfilling. It’s no wonder teaching young learners is such a popular choice among EFL teachers. Why Teach Young People? […]
China is extraordinarily diverse when it comes to culture, geography, and language. From rainforests to deserts, huge ultra-modern cities to tiny ancient villages, there is so much for EFL teachers working in the country to explore. The biggest TEFL jobs market in the world is to be found in China, which is why it’s one […]
Perhaps the most common problem most teachers experience whilst living abroad is homesickness. The bane of all travellers, homesickness can really put you down; so much so that many teachers may quit their job and head home after a month or two. If you’re suffering from this or are worried that you might, take a quick […]
Sometimes, merely finding the motivation to realize your dreams can be the biggest hurdle in the way of any aspiration – inspiration is key, and could mean the difference between failure or success. For those stricken with wanderlust, we at TEFL Org believe one of the best sources of inspiration for your adventure is none other […]
Self-discovery, cultural exposure, and pure freedom: this is what awaits a solo traveller. Whether it’s to backpack across Europe or teaching English in Southeast Asia, travelling alone is one the most exciting and fulfilling experiences anyone can have. However, even the adventure of a lifetime requires some level of planning and thought. To help out, […]
Everyone has to go through it at some point; the inevitable moment in the application process where you sit down with your potential future employers and sell yourself as best you can. This can be a daunting prospect for the ill-prepared and inexperienced. It’s no different in the TEFL world. So, how do you make […]
The prospect of journeying across the Atlantic to work, independent from the safety net of friends and family, and all the hassle that comes along with that i.e. applying for visas, acquiring permits, and signing tons of foreign paper-work might seem daunting at first – but it doesn’t have to. A little research into the […]
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