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Are you looking for a run-down of the best English teaching resource websites? You’ve come to the right place. Creating good lesson plans is tricky and we want to help you nail it from the get-go. As a newly qualified teacher, you will often understand how to teach a topic but be unsure of the best way to present it. ESL lesson plan...[Read More]

Will was teaching abroad in Vietnam but has since returned home to Wales where he now teaches English online. We’ve asked Will to share some tips with you to make your experience in Vietnam even better. Teaching in Vietnam posed some challenges but overcoming them made the experience even better. Going abroad is always a big deal. T...[Read More]

For the past two years, Vanessa and husband Ray have been traveling the world while teaching English online. They had a dream to spend St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland and took the short flight from Edinburgh to Dublin. The plan was to spend a few weeks on the Emerald Isle, but plans changed. They quickly realized that they would call I...[Read More]

Angloville is back for the summer, and this time it is bigger, better and safer than ever. Being a mentor on an Angloville programme is one of the best ways to spend time getting some incredible teaching practice this summer. Hundreds of kids from all over Europe are flocking to Angloville camps to immerse themselves in the English langua...[Read More]

After a long career in travel, exploring different cultures and speaking many languages, Geoffrey became passionate about helping people converse. After learning that English was the common business language, Geoffrey realized that teaching English is where his passions lie and set out on his TEFL certificate journey. Once a member of the...[Read More]

There are 100s of online English teaching platforms. How do you know who is hiring? How much will you be paid and what are the requirements? Plus, what do you do when you don’t hear back… You’ve already learned how you can pivot your career, now find out where to teach online. Join Melissa for a current and comprehensiv...[Read More]

Andrew has had a love for Chinese culture and language from a young age. So much so, Andrew jumped at the opportunity to move to China and secure a TEFL job teaching English in Shanghai. From there his story and experience grew. From being an English teacher to a Chinese-English translator, Andrew has lived the life some only dream of. Te...[Read More]

Vanessa and her husband have been traveling for the past two years and went to Ireland for one week to celebrate St.Patrick’s Day. One week turned into one month and then four in the Emerald Isle. Teacher and Premier TEFL alumnus Vanessa was locked down in Ireland when the Coronavirus pandemic hit, canceling all her travel plans. Af...[Read More]

Non-native English Speaker, Pelin, is passionate about the English language since early childhood. She has over 10 years of experience as a fluent English teacher in the Netherlands. We checked in with Pelin to learn more about her expansive career and to learn what’s next now that she’s completed her TEFL certification! Tell ...[Read More]

Choosing a TEFL course can be confusing and your time is precious. Join Jacob for a 45 min Live Q&A to see if a Level 5 TEFL course right for you. Head to our Facebook page to attend as a guest! Is a Level 5 TEFL Course Right For you with Jacob If you want to learn more about TEFL certifications, then it’s worth reading more abo...[Read More]

If you’re reading this article, it’s likely you’ve spent a lot of time researching online TEFL course options. Everywhere you look, you find intense debates about which type of TEFL course is better. So, let’s look at some of the questions you might ask yourself, including the age-old question – which TEFL co...[Read More]

All teachers have rough days. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Take it easy for a day or two then come back stronger! As a teacher, remember that your self-esteem and confidence can significantly impact the way you teach English. If you’re an online English teacher who needs a great confidence booster, this article is for you! H...[Read More]