There has been a wave of panic across the globe as China announced its ban on private ESL tutoring, but it’s not all doom and gloom. While the future of many popular ESL teacher companies like DadaABC, PalFish, and Magic Ears doesn’t look promising, there IS hope. The market is about to become even more competitive so arm yourself with the best TEFL course and get as much teaching experience as po...[Read More]
Matt Taljaard is an expert TEFL job interview coach. How? Well, he made every mistake possible when applying to teaching platforms himself as an online tutor. That’s his secret to being so successful at interview coaching nowadays. Matt has partnered with Premier TEFL to bring his ‘power hour’ style approach to perfecting your interview skills and preparation. In a Facebook live webinar on August ...[Read More]
Once upon a time, there were few TEFL providers to choose from, the decision was easy. Nowadays, there are a lot more TEFL providers offering what seems to be the same thing, TEFL certificates. You might be thinking that you “I need to invest time into researching what each TEFL provider offers”, but no, you can relax. Because, we’re going to tell you exactly why you should study with Premier TEFL...[Read More]
When it comes to becoming TEFL certified, there is no shortage of options. The number of courses will have your head spinning as you trudge relentlessly through the pros and cons of each course. Ultimately, the course you take should depend on your goals. Whether you’re in the TEFL industry for a gap year or for a fulfilling career, you should consider a course with teaching practice. In this inc...[Read More]
Looking to upskill and meet other people just like you? Join a five-day TEFL training summit and hear from the best the TEFL world has to offer. Also, learn about best practices for TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language). What is a TEFL Training Summit This event aims to help TEFL teachers improve their teaching skills. It will also give entrepreneurs-to-be- the tools they need to start t...[Read More]
When you burst onto the TEFL scene, the number of choices you have between courses can be overwhelming. Should you get a TEFL or a CELTA? What’s a TESL? Are 120 hours enough? You’ll also need to worry about the level of your TEFL course according to the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). One question that is often asked is whether a level 5 TEFL course is equivalent to ...[Read More]
Rolette was ruling the skies as a flight attendant for over four years until the world was consumed by COVID-19. She returned to her home country and immediately began researching an alternative way to travel. After traveling the world, dining on local delicacies, and immersing herself in local cultures, Rolette was not finished seeing the world just yet. Read on to find out how TEFL is opening do...[Read More]
Rolette was ruling the skies as a flight attendant for over four years until the world was consumed by COVID-19. She returned to her home country and immediately began researching an alternative way to travel. After traveling the world, dining on local delicacies, and immersing herself in local cultures, Rolette was not finished seeing the world just yet. Read on to find out how TEFL is opening do...[Read More]
Meet Denise who once spent most of her days in the sky with Emirates Airlines, and is now a successful TEFL teacher. From flight attendant to fully-fledged TEFL teacher Denise wants to share how she did it! She will be live on Facebook Wednesday, June 23rd to share how she got a job teaching English with Preply, and how you can teach online with Preply too! Burj Al Arab, Dubai Originally from Arge...[Read More]
Social media marketer Amber longed for a change. Left jobless because of the pandemic and unsure of her future, Amber decided that “now” was the perfect time for a change. Following the footsteps of many friends and TEFL teachers before her, Amber enrolled on a teaching internship in Thailand and hasn’t looked back since. Keep reading to hear more about Amber’s story and why teaching in Thailand m...[Read More]
TEFL is a wonderful opportunity, not just for you but also for your students. With over 1.5 billion English speakers worldwide, there are even more eager to join them. There are roughly 750,000,000 non-native English speakers in the world, and it continues to increase. Teaching English is incredibly rewarding, you can travel while you give back to the community through education. As more students ...[Read More]
Traveling is one thing, but working and living abroad is another. It’s a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself, freely yet responsibly, into a new culture. The places you’ll see, the friends you’ll make, and the experiences you’ll learn from are boundless. The same goes for teaching in a foreign country, where students will be grateful and benefit enormously from your English lessons. Whether ...[Read More]