29 June 2012 Beginning a new career teaching English abroad can be both exciting and daunting at the best of times. Starting out in a new country as a mature TEFL teacher may also raise concerns over age discrimination and employment opportunities. To say that TEFL is only a young people’s market would not be true at all. We […]
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The TEFL Org Guide to the World
- In The TEFL Org Guide to the World you'll learn about more than 70 of the top TEFL destinations worldwide. This guide is packed full of information about teaching in countries across Asia, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and more. Discover how much you could earn in each country, where to find jobs, what to expect from life as a TEFL teacher, as well as lots of helpful tips and insights. Download it now for FREE!
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How to teach English online without experience
- Are you considering teaching English online but are feeling concerned about your lack of teaching experience? Everyone has to start somewhere! We’ve put together some useful information and tips to help you navigate the world of online teaching as a newbie teacher. By the end of this article you should be ready with an action plan to get out there and find your first online teaching job! Do you need experience to teach English online? Good news: experience isn’t necessary to teach English online. There are plenty of online teaching companies out there that don’t ask for any previous teaching…
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How Much Can I Earn Teaching English Online in 2022?
- It’s a question many are asking at the moment: just how much can I earn teaching English online? And is it realistic to make a living as an online English teacher in 2022? While some people teach online as a side hustle to supplement their income, the opportunities are there to make a full-time living if you have the ambition. Those willing to put in the work stand to reap the rewards in this industry that has been rapidly growing for many years. Take a look at our post all about the current state of the online teaching market to…
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120-hour vs Level 5: TEFL hours and levels explained
- 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…
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Can Non-Native English Speakers TEFL?
- 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…
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How to teach English abroad without a degree
- If you don’t have a degree don’t let that stop you from teaching English abroad! While many countries do require teachers to have a degree there’s no need to despair if you don’t have one - there are still plenty of countries where you can find work. We’re not going to lie to you: not having a degree does put you at a disadvantage. Many of the most popular destinations for teaching English abroad require teachers to have a degree due to visa requirements. But don’t let that discourage you because there are still options out there - you just…
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Who TEFLs? – Professional Teachers
29 June 2012 TEFL attracts gap year students, travel enthusiasts and also qualified teachers who are out of work. As the demand for PGCE teachers in the UK plummets, the demand for native English TEFL teachers worldwide continues to rise. In the UK last year over 38,000 teachers were unemployed – more than double the figure from 5 […]
Teaching English in Sri Lanka
21 June 2012 Sri Lanka is a small island which lies south off the tip of India. It has attracted travellers and TEFL teachers for years with it’s natural beauty. Few places in the world can offer TEFL teachers such a remarkable combination of pristine beaches, colourful history, and unique cultural experiences. Find out more about teaching […]
Teaching English in Tanzania
21 June 2012 Tanzania is home to the famous Mount Kilimanjaro and is a great destination for TEFL tutors to teach English abroad. Travellers and TEFL teachers are attracted to Tanzania by its unsurpassed natural beauty and fantastic beaches. It is also famous for its national parks Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area which continues to […]
Why You Need an Official TEFL Certificate
19 June 2012 There are some rumours that suggest you don’t need any official TEFL training to find work teaching English abroad. However, you have to ask yourself if you would want to teach English without any training in how to plan a lesson or notion of how to manage your class of 30+ students in […]
5 Common TEFL Teacher Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
8 June 2012 1) Not doing your research Make sure you know what kind of place you will be working in. Is it a public school or private academy? How long are your hours? What age groups are you teaching? Are you the only foreign teacher? What kinds of resources are available? 2) Not planning […]
TEFL Lesson Plan Ideas
10 May 2012 One of the most important aspects of TEFL teaching lies in rigorous planning. Lesson preparation is key and you’ll learn all about this during your TEFL Org teacher training course. The foundation of any successful lesson plan is identifying desirable outcomes and putting into place activities and tasks that help the student grasp a particular […]
Ben in Zaragoza
My name’s Ben and I’m an English teacher originally from Leeds, UK, but now living in Zaragoza. This is my first job since I qualified with a TEFL Org UK qualification and I can’t describe the impact it’s had on my life. A year ago I was working as a dull, monotonous call centre drone taking repetitive […]
Supporting your Local Community while Teaching
3 April 2012 Whilst you are teaching English abroad, you will get to know many local people and see how people live in another country. The allure of big worldwide chains that remind you of home may be hard to resist but the overall EFL teaching experience will be all the richer for getting heavily […]
How to Manage your Money when Taking a Career Break
14 March 2012 Teaching English abroad is a fantastic opportunity, and one that many people are opting for as a career break. There is no age limit to teach English abroad or to take a TEFL course, which means it is something you can pursue at nearly any stage in your life. The prospect of trading in your 9-to-5 […]
