William-Harper

When you move abroad to teach English, you dream of adventure and cultural immersion. For those with families, this dream also includes building a stable, secure life in a new country. However, the reality of navigating employment contracts, especially with large dispatch companies, can sometimes create unexpected challenges that put a strain on that dream. A common concern for many is the use of ...[Read More]

So, you’ve found a TEFL job listing that looks promising. The website is sleek, the benefits are listed clearly, and the location is perfect. But something is holding you back. You can’t find any chatter, any reviews, or any stories from people who have actually been there and done that. This is a common and crucial crossroads for many English teachers abroad. The Digital Silence When ...[Read More]

You’re scrolling through job boards, searching for your next great adventure teaching English abroad. Then you see it: a listing for a small, “boutique” language firm. The description sounds perfect, but a quick web search yields… almost nothing. No reviews, no company history, just a sleek but sparse website. Is this a hidden gem or a red flag? This scenario is increasingly comm...[Read More]

We often pack our teaching toolkits with flashcards, grammar drills, and interactive apps. We meticulously plan lessons around verb tenses and vocabulary lists. But what if one of the most powerful teaching tools isn’t something you can buy or download? What if it’s something you were born with? I’m talking about the simple, universal act of smiling. Beyond “Hello”: The First Con...[Read More]

So, you’ve been building your teaching career from the comfort of your home, connecting with students across the globe through online platforms. It’s a fantastic way to gain invaluable classroom experience and hone your teaching skills. After a few years, the dream of taking that expertise to a vibrant classroom in a place like Vietnam starts to feel more tangible. But a crucial question eme...[Read More]