Perhaps the most common problem most teachers experience whilst living abroad is homesickness. The bane of all travellers, homesickness can really put you down; so much so that many teachers may quit their job and head home after a month or two. If you’re suffering from this or are worried that you might, take a quick […]
Self-discovery, cultural exposure, and pure freedom: this is what awaits a solo traveller. Whether it’s to backpack across Europe or teaching English in Southeast Asia, travelling alone is one the most exciting and fulfilling experiences anyone can have. However, even the adventure of a lifetime requires some level of planning and thought. To help out, […]
Everyone has to go through it at some point; the inevitable moment in the application process where you sit down with your potential future employers and sell yourself as best you can. This can be a daunting prospect for the ill-prepared and inexperienced. It’s no different in the TEFL world. So, how do you make […]
For a land that resisted Western influence for so long, it is perhaps a surprise that Japan is now one of the most culturally diverse nations on the planet. The largest metropolitan area on Earth, Tokyo, shares the country with cherry blossomed trees, tiny villages, and shinto shrines. The West has made a clear impact […]
To TEFL abroad provides ample opportunity to explore the world. There aren’t many occupations that allow you to travel, experience new cultures, and have the time of your life all whilst getting paid. There are a number of ways to begin your TEFL career, one of which is to enroll in a program that could see […]
Teaching in China has been a joy! You never know what will happen from day to day. For instance, my husband and I were recently invited to go to a rural area nestled in the mountainous area of Boshan near our city. We would do some volunteer teaching at a small school and donate much-needed […]
Possibly one of our most frequently asked questions is whether or not being adept in another language is necessary to teach English abroad. The short answer is: no. No, you do not need to be fluent in any other language – after all, it is English you’re going abroad to teach. However, that doesn’t mean […]
Undoubtedly, one of the biggest concerns of many of our customers is whether or not they could potentially teach abroad without prior TEFL experience. The short answer is yes. It’s totally feasible to launch your TEFL job hunt without any experience whatsoever. However, it can make it a little more difficult. This is especially true as […]
Whether you’re motivated by seeing the world, immersing yourself in a different culture or meeting new people from different backgrounds, TEFL will open the door for you. With that being said, earning enough money to live is vital and there are certain countries where high salaries and a low cost of living means you will […]
If teaching English to non-native speakers is what you’re looking to do, your first starting point is looking at what type of teaching qualification you will need. If you are looking to change careers, take some time after studying to see the world or just want to teach informally alongside your current work, TEFL offers […]
