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.
It’s a question we’re asked on a daily basis: do I need to speak another language to TEFL? Surely, if you’re teaching English you would need to be able to speak your students’ native language? How else do you effectively communicate? Actually, it’s one of the biggest misconceptions about TEFL! Let’s get into it. Do…
Some people start their TEFL course with a firm idea of where they want to teach afterwards. But for others, working out where to go can be a tough decision. We’re going to run through some important areas you need to research and consider to help you work out where to TEFL. It’s a big…
Japan is a country that has been enticing EFL teachers for decades. With a fascinating culture, ancient traditions, and a strong TEFL jobs market it’s easy to see why. Qualified EFL teachers can find a huge range of opportunities in Japan – from teaching in one of the many language centres across the country, to…
Two years ago, after graduating with a degree in English and Journalism, I set off to Australia on a working holiday to escape the Scottish weather and hopefully kill my travel bug. I soon found myself working day and night in a German pub serving beer and sausages, which if I’m honest, was not ideal.…
No one loves interviews. Unfortunately, they’re a necessary part of the recruitment process, but with preparation and an idea of what to expect they don’t have to be too scary! TEFL interviews aren’t all that different from any other type of interview, but there can be a few differences. Unless you’re already in a country…
If you’ve scored an interview with an online teaching company then it’s likely you’ll be asked to prepare a demo lesson or intro video. If you’re new to teaching then this can understandably be a daunting prospect! But don’t stress, we’re going to go over some great tips to help you ace it. The demo…
TEFL is not just for gap year students and travel enthusiasts. In fact, many of our students come from teaching backgrounds – some have taught for years and others are studying towards or recently graduated with degrees in education. Maybe you’re fed up with mountains of paperwork, fancy teaching something new, or want to relocate…
I’ve always loved travelling and learning about cultures different than my own. As a teenager growing up in the UK, I visited mainland Europe often but was always curious about Asia. Throughout university, I immersed myself in learning European languages, and even studied abroad in Italy, but I couldn’t shake off the feeling that I…
The world of online teaching is vast and diverse. Across the globe, people are learning English for a wide variety of reasons. There are children learning the very basics, teenagers preparing to study abroad in an English-speaking country, and adults trying to get ahead in business by improving their English. And some are learning for…
Your TEFL course will teach you how to put together great lesson plans and activities but you might still feel a little nervous about starting your first TEFL job – it’s completely normal! Having quality resources at hand to help you put together exciting and engaging lessons is essential for newly-qualified and experienced EFL teachers…
