What is the Difference between a TEFL and a CELTA?
There are a few bones of contention in the English language teaching field that seem like they will forever remain contested. People from all over the world, with all different kinds of experiences, just don’t seem to agree on a few things when it comes to teaching English as a Foreign Language. The one is … Continue reading “What is the Difference between a TEFL and a CELTA?” The post...[Read More]
Do you need a degree to teach English online?
Teaching English online is a great way to make an income from anywhere in the world with just your laptop, but it can be tricky understanding all the different options and requirements. So we’ve done a bit of the hard work for you and answered that all important question – “do you need a degree to teach English online?” Do you need a degree to teach online? When you first start looking for teachin...[Read More]
What You Need to Know About Moving to India
For newly-qualified teachers of English as a Foreign Language, the opportunities can seem endless. Many teachers will be lured by the beautiful beaches of Thailand, or the generous salaries of South Korea, or the party lifestyle of Spain. You know, the usual suspects when it comes to top TEFL destinations. Other teachers will be attracted … Continue reading “What You Need to Know About Movin...[Read More]
Launching our brand-new podcast, TEFL TALK!
It’s finally here! We’ve collaborated with our sister company, LoveTEFL, to bring you this brand-new podcast giving you everything you need to know about teaching English abroad. If you’re a budding TEFL teacher, or you’d just like to know a bit more about TEFL, this one’s for you. Happy listening! Listen now You can listen to the first episode right now on Spotify, YouTube or iTunes. What is it? ...[Read More]
Congratulations to Abdelmajid for completing our TEFL course!
Abdelmajid has just successfully completed our TEFL course! Way to go! Here is what he has to say about get TEFL: “I am very happy to get my TEFL certificate and glad that I have taken this course. I learned many new things about teaching English abroad and I enjoyed the course. I would like to thank you, Sarah Fauset, for your time and effort.” Abdelmajid I’ve really enjoyed ha...[Read More]
What Kind of Teaching Can You Do in Spain?
If you’ve ever been to Spain, you’ve probably considered moving there for good. I mean, sunshine, sangria, siestas – who wouldn’t like a life like that? If you have a TEFL certificate and are a TEFL teacher then there is even more reason for you to pack your bags and set sail for those sunny … Continue reading “What Kind of Teaching Can You Do in Spain?” The post What Kind of Teaching ...[Read More]
What Spanish Level Am I?
¿Hablas inglés? ¿Comprendes? Even though you don’t need to be able to speak the local language to teach English as a Foreign Language – one of the great myths of our industry – most teachers take the trouble of learning the language where they are living. It’s always nice to be able to greet people … Continue reading “What Spanish Level Am I?” The post What Spanish Level Am I? appeared...[Read More]
Teaching in South America: everything you need to know
Although Asia might be first to pop into your mind when you’re planning your TEFL adventure, it’s definitely not the only option. Teaching in South America is an amazing opportunity for aspiring TEFL teachers. From the mystique of Peru’s Machu Picchu to the mind-blowing thunder of the Iguazú Falls, South America has so much to offer! Be prepared to fall in love with salsa, learn to tango and spend...[Read More]
Our TEFL Tribe: i-to-i teachers around the world
During our 25 years in the industry (that’s right, 25 years!), we’ve trained over 182,000 TEFL teachers and sent them off to begin their own amazing journeys in countless different locations around the world. Each and every one of them belongs to our TEFL Tribe and so could you! Here are just a few of our TEFL Tribe members – and remember, if you’re feeling inspired, you can get in touch with our ...[Read More]
What is The Average Salary for Teaching Abroad in Spain?
From stunning beaches, crazy-beautiful historical and cultural tourist attractions, to mouth-watering food and friendly locals, there aren’t many downsides living to Spain. Okay, there probably are (bureaucracy comes to mind) but we still feel that all the pros totally outweigh the cons of living in this beautiful country. If you’re considering teaching English as a … Continue reading “What ...[Read More]
How old do you need to be to TEFL?
Simply answered – you can TEFL at any age! Although there aren’t any strict age limits, there are some things to consider if you’re an especially young or more mature aspiring TEFL teacher. Regardless of age though, you’ll need a TEFL qualification before you even start thinking about teaching abroad. Am I too old to TEFL? You’re never too old to TEFL! Some people think that TEFLing is only for “y...[Read More]
Why you should take a Level 5 TEFL Course
There are so many reasons you should take the Level 5 TEFL Course, the main one probably being that you want to teach English abroad. But, how does Level 5 TEFL differ from Level 3 TEFL or other certificates? What is a Level 5 TEFL certificate? A Level 5 qualification is the level below a bachelor’s degree so it’s pretty high up on the framework. Depending on the course you choose, you will have 1...[Read More]