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…
It’s been another busy year here at The TEFL Org! We launched a new course, gained even more accreditation, released our Guide to the World, and shared a range of blog posts every single week to help and inspire you at each stage of your TEFL journey. Here are some of the top posts you […]
Can you picture yourself swimming in the clearest blue water, surrounded by rocky cliffs and sunbathing on sandy beaches? Does exploring medieval castles and colourful unique streets sound appealing? Are you excited to order world-famous tapas in Spanish, then dance to Latin music all night? TEFL can make all this possible! The relaxed culture, sunny […]
Are you confused about TEFL diplomas and certificates? What’s the difference? Which one should you do? Don’t worry, we’re here to break it down for you and help you understand exactly what diplomas and certificates are, and how these terms are used in the TEFL industry. What is a TEFL diploma? A TEFL diploma is […]
In most cases, applying for positions teaching English abroad can be done at any time of the year, but some parts of the world – and specific types of jobs – have strict hiring seasons. To help you understand more about the hiring times around the world, we’ve compiled this guide! With demand high for qualified TEFL […]
Back in July 2020, in the midst of a global pandemic, my wife and I decided to leave our jobs in Ireland and move to Spain. Having worked in my previous job for 12 years it was a huge decision to leave, however, living outside Dublin meant having to spend up to 4 hours a […]
Signing up for an online course can feel a little daunting if you’ve never studied online or it’s been a while since you studied at all! One of the great things about our online TEFL courses is that they’re self-paced, meaning you’re in control of your learning. It’s up to you how you structure your […]
The digital nomad lifestyle can certainly be alluring. Imagine the freedom to work from almost anywhere in the world, travelling to new destinations whenever you fancy a change of scenery, and along the way meeting like-minded people in search of adventures. Since teaching English online is something that can be done from anywhere, it’s no […]
When you’re first starting out as an online English teacher it’s normal to feel a little lost. While online teaching companies will supply you with everything you need to teach – from the tech to the actual lessons – if you’re going freelance it’s a different story. Some teachers will choose to only teach via […]
It’s World Teachers’ Day! A day when we celebrate and appreciate teachers worldwide, including our very own TEFL Org tutors and course graduates. This year we want to pay particular tribute to the adaptability, resilience and determination of teachers. The pandemic continues to present difficulties for educators, but the way we’ve seen teachers work through […]
If you’re signing up for a TEFL course it’s likely you’re doing so with the aim of finding a TEFL job. It’s important, then, to be sure that the course you do is going to help you achieve such a goal rather than hold you back. That’s why you need to make sure you study […]