i to i TEFL News and Updates

Some of our biggest questions from people looking to teach English abroad are “Where am I going to live?” and “What will my accommodation be like?” Lots of TEFL jobs have accommodation included and all of our TEFL internships include accommodation for free! We’ve headed out to our TEFL internship destinations to find out more about the ac...[Read More]

Teaching abroad is an amazing way to travel the world, meet loads of different people and immerse yourself in wonderful cultures. With a TEFL qualification, you’ll have the opportunity to teach and travel in so many different countries, but we understand how difficult it can be to decide where to start. We’ve done some digging to find the...[Read More]

Environmental issues are global and universally relevant making them an interesting topic in your classroom. As a teacher you’ll be a very influential part of your students’ lives – not only are you teaching them English, but you can also educate them on other important topics. We understand the importance of being aware of environmental ...[Read More]

As I boarded my flight to Phnom Penh from Heathrow, I caught myself looking down the aisles of seats in the plane. Will there be anyone here I know? Do I recognise anyone from the Facebook group? Could I actually end up being sat next to someone else who was going on the same internship as me? These questions surrounded me as I tucked mys...[Read More]

If you’ve decided to teach in Vietnam through i-to-i’s internship, an exciting five months lie ahead! Taking the plunge to move to Asia also means settling into a different and wonderful culture. Although plenty of support awaits you upon arrival, there are certain things I wish I’d known before boarding that flight to make the transition...[Read More]

Here at i-to-i, we believe there’s nothing more important than looking after this place we all call home – and the best way to do your bit is to make small changes in your daily routine. Travelling, unfortunately, can be one of the biggest culprits when it comes to single-use plastics. So, if you’re up for reducing your carbon footprint a...[Read More]

Making the decision to teach abroad is a big one, and that’s why teaching internships are the perfect way to give TEFL a try, build up your experience and meet tons of new friends in the process. If you’ve decided to dip your toe in the TEFL pool and go for an internship, here’s our handy guide for packing smart – feel free to save it and...[Read More]

With a population of over 1.4 billion (as of 2019), China’s the most populous country in the world. And with such a high number of inhabitants, there’s a very high demand for English teachers all across the country. So, if you decide to TEFL  in China, you’re almost guaranteed a role! Even more appealing for TEFL teachers are the good sal...[Read More]

From Italy to Indonesia, the TEFL world keeps on turning all year round. Demand for teachers is consistently high and new TEFLers are graduating every day. There are plenty of jobs to go around but if you want to give yourself the best chance of bagging the job of your dreams, you’ll need to bear in mind the key hiring seasons for your TE...[Read More]

Two weeks ago, I landed in the Phnom Pehn airport tired, disoriented, and very overdressed for the weather. I met the rest of the interns I’d be working with and we were brought to the hotel where we’d be having our orientation. There are only seven interns, so I’m sure we’ll get very close over the next three months. We started things of...[Read More]

While city life is exhilarating, exploring the national parks of northern Vietnam is a great way to wind down from a week’s teaching. Luckily, Hanoi is spoilt for choice when it comes to weekend destinations. Here are two places popular among us interns that offer something for everyone without breaking the bank! Ninh Binh Province Often ...[Read More]