10 amazing things you didn’t know about China
With a rich history, a complex culture and dynamic mega-cities, it’s no surprise loads of TEFL teachers are drawn here. There are so many amazing things about China, but we’ve picked our top 10 things that might shock you! 1. Football (soccer) was invented here 2,200 years ago, the Chinese were playing a game called “Tsu’ Chu”, which literally means “kicking ball”. Although the rules we play with ...[Read More]
What is Japan Known For?
A country of 126 million people and one of the most literate and technically advanced nations, Japan is a mystery to many people. An archipelago country made up of four major islands and 6 800 smaller islands, Japan has mountains and forests, small towns and traditional villages. Though many people know it as an urban … Continue reading “What is Japan Known For?” The post What is Japan...[Read More]
Free teacher workshops this November in Barcelona
We are looking forward to the next round of free teacher workshops coming up at Oxford TEFL in Barcelona! Join us on one, or more, of the following Fridays to pick up some practical tips and develop your teaching skills from experienced teachers and trainers. As always, there will be snacks and drinks in the break which is another opportunity to network with other teachers in the city and enjoy ou...[Read More]
Life after Taking the Trinity DipTESOL: Treading Water to Making Waves
Before I finally took the plunge (or, more accurately, the “Dip”), I had come a long way in my career. By that time, I had been teaching for 14 years, I had experience with adults, young learners and exam classes, and I had completed an MA with a focus on Educational Technology. So, why did I feel the need to take the Trinity DipTESOL at all? To be honest, it was a course I had wanted to take for ...[Read More]
Graduate Story: Michelle Knepel
Michelle Knepel is a recent graduate of our Cambridge CELTA course, Business English and Teaching Young Learners courses in Barcelona, Spain. She spent the last decade working in manufacturing leadership, project management and most recently consulting. Michelle is a Certified Internal Auditor and holds an MBA from The University of Notre Dame-Mendoza School of Business. Outside of work, she is an...[Read More]
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A week in the life of a TEFL teacher
I’m writing this from the start of my sixth full week of teaching in Hà Nội – I honestly don’t know where the time has gone! I’ve taught over 100 English lessons and over 1000 students, made some incredible friends and discovered new foods and cultures that I never knew existed. As well as having the opportunity to visit more corners of this bustling city, we’ve also managed to venture to location...[Read More]
How long does it take to get a TEFL qualification?
The amount of time it takes to get a TEFL qualification varies from teacher to teacher. It depends on how much time you can put into the course, how many hours you opt to take and how much teaching experience you already have. We’ve had TEFL graduates complete their course in a matter of days (wow!), while others who may be working or studying full-time and are brand-new to teaching can take a whi...[Read More]
Best Cities to Teach English in Japan
When you’re looking for a job teaching English as a foreign language, one of the factors you need to consider is where to teach. The first step is to decide which continent you’re interested in, then you can do your research and find out which countries suit your interests and qualifications (and your passport!). If … Continue reading “Best Cities to Teach English in Japan” The post B...[Read More]
i-to-i is now officially carbon neutral!
Yes, you read that right! As of October 2019, i-to-i are officially the first TEFL Course provider to become carbon neutral and we’re super excited about it! Over the last 6 months, we’ve been working long and hard to focus all of our efforts on different ways to offset our carbon footprint, look after the amazing place we call home and just be over-all a more eco-friendly company! By off-setting ...[Read More]
What are My TEFL Options without a Degree?
If you’re interested in teaching English abroad you probably know that many TEFL jobs prefer their candidates to have two things: a TEFL certificate from a recognised TEFL provider and a Bachelor’s degree. However, the key word here is prefer. While a TEFL certificate is a non-negotiable, a degree is not essential to getting a … Continue reading “What are My TEFL Options without a Degree?...[Read More]