If you haven’t already heard, there’s been a substantial change in the TEFL game, especially if you’re interested in teaching in Thailand, and you’re a digital nomad. The Land of Smiles has long been a fantastic destination for TEFL teachers. Whether you’re in search of long-term employment through a school or another educational institution, or […]

All the time, people ask us about teaching in South Korea. It’s an amazingly popular TEFL destination, a country that holds enormous intrigue in terms of its history, culture, breathtaking sights and its politics.  East Asia, more broadly, captivates the attention of TEFL teachers from across the globe, and South Korea, with its megacities like […]

Once again, Europe holds its breath. The absolute cream of the continent’s talent squares off in Germany for one of the most compelling European Championships of recent generations. With so many squads in flux, some absolutely obscene talent appearing just in time for this summer, and some real dark horses emerging from the shadows, there’s […]

There are typical concerns for TEFL teachers looking to travel abroad; am I qualified? Do I have the right visa? Will I be able to plan engaging and constructive lessons?  For TEFL teachers in the LGBTQ+ community, though, there are more pressing concerns when picking a country to go and teach in. While vast swathes […]

DRAMA! We thought we’d start this blog post with a flourish because this week we’re talking about the sheer variety of activities TEFL teachers have when it comes to drama. Don’t say we can’t establish a tone around here. By drama, of course, we don’t mean confrontations with students. We’re talking about some of the […]

Ah, Spain. España is and will continue to be a TEFL destination that people flock to for decades and decades to come. With its incredible weather, gorgeous food, beaches, fascinating history, party islands, diverse cultures and languages and so much more, it’s no wonder Spain is popular. Plus, there’s considerable demand for English lessons. Its […]

Being a TEFL teacher means all sorts of things: it’s rewarding, it can mean exploring the world, and it undoubtedly changes lives. But it can also be competitive. Whether you’re trying to jostle for jobs in a crowded market, or you’re trying to attract clients on a freelance basis, the TEFL world is full of […]

There are a few ways to go about making your first impression in the TEFL world. You could opt to move abroad straight after becoming qualified, and have your first class in front a set of school pupils. You could find yourself in language school somewhere, with adults hanging on to your every word. You […]

Reviews matter. They give consumers confidence that they’ll get what they pay for. Any company or service that puts its users at the heart of what they do will tell you that reviews are absolutely vital. Much like we’ve tackled dodgy, discount TEFL courses and accreditation scams, it’s now time to turn our spotlight on […]

When it comes to locations for teaching English, some places are incredibly popular. China, Japan, Spain – there is always interest, there’s demand for teachers, and there’s a constant stream of TEFL talent willing to live and work there. Some TEFL locations are underrated. Think Latin America, for example; not as many TEFL teachers go […]