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Interesting Facts about Thailand You Probably Didn’t Know
Thailand is a popular country with tourists and TEFL teachers alike so you might think you know a lot about the country, but there is more to Thailand than beaches, temples and elephants. Here are a few interesting facts about Thailand you probably didn’t know. Prathet Thai Thailand is the only South East Asian country...[Read More]
7 must-see destinations in Vietnam
Teaching English in Vietnam is a dream come true—and not just because your students are *next level* awesome and your coworkers are fast becoming friends. We know you’re ultra-committed to your teaching job abroad (and applaud you for it!), but we also want to make sure that you take some time to really get to know you...[Read More]
Your Guide to Food in Colombia
Colombia is a nation born of diversity. Fabulous, tasty diversity. The Spanish conquistadors influence extends from the customs, the architecture, and yes—the food. The former slave trade, the indigenous Amerindian cultures, and the country’s proximity to the Caribbean islands has also left its mark on Colombia’s food ...[Read More]
A Vegan TEFL-er in Hanoi
I felt a sense of achievement on my flights from Gatwick to Hanoi when the attendants bought out my requested vegan meal. I could do this – I could stick to my year-long vegan diet, even my five-year vegetarian diet, and make it work while living in a country famous for its meat and dairy dishes! I’d been to Southeast ...[Read More]
How You Can Celebrate World Kindness Day
Wednesday 13 November is World Kindness Day. In this day and age we are so accustomed to hearing and reading about tragedies and sadness it has become more important than ever to be the kindness we want to see in the world. This is why the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation wants to make kindness … Continue reading ...[Read More]
Meet Katherine Garcia – A Texan in Cambodia
Katherine Garcia hails from Houston, Texas, but knew from a young age that the typical American-lifestyle was not for her. Maybe it was the Argentine blood in her, or maybe it was something stirring deep inside that made her realise she was meant for more than the traditional high school-college-career path. She set he...[Read More]
How teaching English abroad can boost any career
Teaching English abroad is one of the best ways see the world, immerse yourself in other cultures and make money while you travel. It’s also an unforgettable experience that’s guaranteed to keep on giving, long after you’ve stepped out of the TEFL classroom. Teaching abroad, even for only a year or two, is sure to give...[Read More]
Congratulations to Mohammed for completing our TEFL course
Mohammed has just successfully completed our TEFL course! Here is what he has to say about get TEFL: “It was an honor for me to take the TEFL courses, and I want to thank my teacher Sarah Fauset for her guidance because without her I could not finish this courses, thank you.” Mohammed Aww soo sweet! Thank y...[Read More]
Daniel’s TEFL life in Myanmar
Daniel Horncastle hopped, skipped, jumped, and well, mostly flew the 18 hours between his native home of New Zealand and his teach abroad destination, Myanmar (yes, THAT Myanmar!). Myanmar is making headway on the TEFL stage, staking its claim as the new it destination of Southeast Asia for traveling English teachers. ...[Read More]
TEFL classrooms around the world
From Spain to Vietnam, our TEFL teachers are here to take you around their TEFL classrooms and show you what teaching abroad is really like and, just how much fun you could be having. What are you waiting for? Get TEFL qualified and TEFL the world with us! The post TEFL classrooms around the world appeared first on i-t...[Read More]
Meet Tetiana – Non-Native TEFL Hero
Tetiana hales from the Ukraine, but leads her life by example: Having two children under 13, two cats, and a husband didn’t stop her from pursuing her dream of learning English herself and then teaching abroad with her hard-sought skills. She’s now upped her certification to a CELTA and has her sights set on destinatio...[Read More]
Dealing with culture shock when you’re teaching abroad
Exploring a new culture is one of the best things abut teaching English abroad, but it can also seem very daunting. Culture shock is super common and honestly, affects to the best of us, regardless of how well-traveled we are. So, to help you deal with culture shock whilst TEFLing, we’ve shared our 7 secrets for you to...[Read More]
What Kind of Teaching Can You Do in Japan?
Sshhh! What’s that sound? Is that the sound of Japan calling your name?! If you’re an English as a Foreign Language teacher or someone who wants to be, then it probably is. The English language learning market is booming in Japan at the moment so now is definitely the time to jump on a plane … Continue reading “W...[Read More]
Meet Laura Hilliard – TEFL intern in Vietnam
Meet Laura Hilliard, a TEFL intern in Vietnam. She’s an American from Pennsylvania who bid adieu to her adorable cat Olive to tackle the exciting, exotic world of teaching abroad! Hanoi isn’t quite like her native Pittsburgh, and she’s having a blast learning about all of the differences that make her experience teachi...[Read More]
Do I Need a TEFL to Teach English in Japan?
The land of cherry blossoms, samurais and hot springs is a very tempting destination for TEFL teachers. Being able to speak English is becoming more and more important in Japan and so there are no shortage of students for you to teach. This also means you have your pick of jobs. So the obvious question … Continue readi...[Read More]
8 Companies Hiring Non-Native English Speakers to Teach English Online
Non-native English speakers make great teachers abroad. You’ve studied the language yourself—which we all know is way more than memorizing verb structures and grammar patterns. You’ve experienced the up’s and down’s and whirl-arounds of learning a language from scratch, and let’s be honest… those highs and lows can tak...[Read More]
Emily’s Vietnam TEFL Internship experience so far…
I arrived in Hanoi a few days prior to my Vietnam TEFL Internship orientation, jet lagged, drenched in sweat and generally disorientated and confused. This was the first time I’d been to anywhere in South East Asia and there were 4 things that especially shocked me despite all the prior warning. 1. The humidity and hea...[Read More]
Is TEFL Hard to Pass?
If you’re considering teaching English abroad and are looking into doing a Teaching English as a Foreign Language course, you may be wondering how hard it is to pass. After all, if you are either starting out in a career or changing careers, you don’t want to waste your time and money on a venture … Continue reading &#...[Read More]
Vietnam’s top TEFL cities
From staggering natural beauty and lush landscapes to a captivating culture and rich history, Vietnam has so much to offer, so we’re not surprised it’s such a popular TEFL destination for many aspiring TEFL teachers. But with so many TEFL job opportunities in all of its major cities, as well as in many smaller towns ac...[Read More]
Congratulations to Abderrahim for completing our TEFL course!
Abderrahim has just successfully completed our TEFL course. Way to go! Here is what he has to say about get TEFL: “I’m very happy to get my TEFL certificate and I’m glad that I really enjoyed this course. It was one of the most important experiences for me. I’m now more confident in my abilities...[Read More]
Congrats to Ashley for completing our 120 hour TEFL course!
Ashley has just successfully completed our 120 hour TEFL course! Way to go! Here is what she has to say about get TEFL: I would like to take the time to thank those at getTEFL.com and for my teacher Sarah Fauset. I appreciate all of the feedback that has been given to me throughout this course. This course has helped m...[Read More]
Top Tips to Ace your Demo Lesson
Finding a job that you would like to have, in a place that you would like to live is hard, and then you still have to go through the job interview! Job interviews can be tough. We all know we need to be well-prepared but that can be difficult if you don’t know what to … Continue reading “Top Tips to Ace your Demo...[Read More]
Irish in Vietnam – Interview with Éadaoin de Búrca
Today we’re talking to Éadaoin, a true TEFL expert who’s currently teaching in Vietnam after completing her Anglo-TEFL scholarship! 1. TELL US ABOUT YOUR PATH TO TEACHING ABROAD—DID YOU ALWAYS KNOW YOU’D END UP IN VIETNAM? I graduated with a BA in World Languages and studied French and Italian. I got my first experien...[Read More]
10 Great Ways to Use Pelmanism in Your ESL Class
Pelma-what-ism? Pelmanism. Know it, love it, and use it—in your TEFL classroom, that is! What is pelmanism? The Guardian said it best: “Almost 100 years since its invention, a long-forgotten 19th-century mind-training system may be due a resurrection.” Pelmanism, named for Christopher Louis Pelman, the founder of the “...[Read More]
How to Be a Respectful Teacher Abroad
Teaching abroad is more than simply helping cute little kids memorize multiple grammar rules or distinguish colors from one another. It’s not only helping university students prep for TOEFL or adults master the basics of Business English. It’s actually an act of cultural exchange. While yes, most days will focus on par...[Read More]
Photo Etiquette While Teaching Abroad
Taking a photo anywhere in the world while traveling requires a certain level of etiquette. We feel VERY passionately that our TEFL teachers not only see their experience abroad as a chance to get paid to travel (which is still VERY cool!), but also as a chance to participate in cultural exchange (not to mention the re...[Read More]
The Best Places to Visit in Japan
Japan is like no other country on this planet. In Japan you can buy anything your heart desires from a vending machine, you can go to a café specifically to play with cats, and you can pay good money to sleep in a coffin-sized room in a capsule hotel. And that’s not even mentioning all … Continue reading “The Bes...[Read More]
10 amazing things you didn’t know about China
With a rich history, a complex culture and dynamic mega-cities, it’s no surprise loads of TEFL teachers are drawn here. There are so many amazing things about China, but we’ve picked our top 10 things that might shock you! 1. Football (soccer) was invented here 2,200 years ago, the Chinese were playing a game called “T...[Read More]
TEFL Advice for Soon to be College Grads
Hey class of 2020! Senior year is here, and we couldn’t be more excited for all the fun you have in store. One last hoorah at a football game. Your final college papers, EVER. A few dozen late night pizzas, and probably too many pre-game beverages to count. And amidst all of the fun—hanging out with friends, nailing yo...[Read More]
What is Japan Known For?
A country of 126 million people and one of the most literate and technically advanced nations, Japan is a mystery to many people. An archipelago country made up of four major islands and 6 800 smaller islands, Japan has mountains and forests, small towns and traditional villages. Though many people know it as an urban ...[Read More]
