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.
For many of us, 2020 didn’t quite go to plan. The coronavirus pandemic has dramatically disrupted and completely changed our way of living and the TEFL industry, like many others, was hugely affected. Severe travel restrictions meant that teaching English abroad was put on hold for many, but online we saw demand for EFL teachers…
We’re very excited to launch our NEW Guide to Teaching English in Europe! Featuring 23 countries and spanning over 80 pages, this guide includes everything you need to know about TEFL in Europe. Covering essential information about requirements and salaries, you’ll also discover where to find jobs in countries such as Spain, Italy, Poland, Russia,…
South Korea has long been a popular destination for EFL teachers and it’s easy to see why. Offering some of the highest entry-level wages in the world often alongside great benefits, teachers can easily save a substantial portion of their wage each month. One blogger has even claimed to have saved $22,000 in a year teaching…
TEFL courses can be conducted entirely online, in person, or through a combination of the two. But what option is right for you? We know that one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to TEFL training, which is why we offer a range of courses to suit different needs and budgets. We recently took…
Once you have your TEFL qualification, the learning doesn’t stop there. It’s only just the beginning! We can all make improvements and it’s good practice to keep on top of new developments in English language teaching. Not only will this help your students with their English language studies, but it can also help you develop…
We recently took a look at the current state of the online teaching market, which has seen a huge spike in interest this year as more people seek out work-from-home opportunities. But what about TEFL jobs abroad? By the time we got to April this year almost half of the world’s population was under lockdown.…
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…
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…
Earning potential might not be the primary motivator behind your decision to TEFL – you’re unlikely to get rich as a teacher, after all – but it’s still an important factor to look into. Will a TEFL teacher’s salary be enough to support you while you live abroad? Will you have enough to live comfortably,…
There’s a lot of misinformation and deliberately misleading information 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 key. The online teaching market is one that is full…
