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TEFL Internships are a great way to get your TEFL qualification, some great teaching experience and see some amazing countries. But, you might be thinking “what does an internship actually include and what do I need to do?” Worry not – we’ve got you covered with this easy step-by-step guide to TEFL Internships! Step 1. Decide which TEFL Internship you want to do There are loads of TEFL Internships...[Read More]

Moving to a country you’ve never been too before is definitely out of most peoples comfort zones. Personally, I spent hours on Google searching for blogs about living in Vietnam, hoping to get some insight and prepare myself. I came across some glowing reviews of people who swore they’d never leave again, and across severe criticism about never returning. Factual information about the logistics of...[Read More]

From October 1994, we’ve been providing top quality TEFL courses and award-winning internships, but where did it all start and what have we been doing over 25 years!? Follow us through the years with this TEFL timeline… 1994 Where it all started, back in October 1994. We brought all our shared TEFL knowledge together to invent the first ever 2-day classroom course. 2001 Moving on 7 years, we’re no...[Read More]

The demand for TEFL teachers is huge, but how do you go about getting your first TEFL job? Where should you look and what do you need? Follow these 4 easy steps and you’ll land your dream TEFL job in no time! Step 1 – Get TEFL qualified The most important step is getting TEFL qualified. Almost all employers worldwide require English teachers to have at least a 120-hour TEFL qualification, but the ...[Read More]

Choosing the right TEFL Course for your needs can be a tricky task. If you’re wondering which level better suits you and your situation, have a little read below for a bit of guidance. Do you want to TEFL as a career? Yes – amazing! You’re in for an absolute treat. If you want to make a full-time salary and start a career in TEFL opt for a Level 5 Course. If you’re really passionate about your car...[Read More]

TEFL is an amazing way to travel, see the world and get paid, but it can seem complicated at first. To help you get started, we’ve stripped back to basics with this simple guide to TEFL for beginners. What is TEFL? Let’s start off with the easiest bit. TEFL = Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It’s really as simple as that. TEFL is basically teaching English in a country where English isn’t t...[Read More]

Known as ‘The Land of the Morning Calm’, South Korea has been one of the most popular places to teach English abroad for ages. It’s like the goldilocks of countries for TEFL teachers due to its great pay, reasonable visa requirements and plenty of perks and benefits. To those who live there it’s a world full of Korean BBQ, K-pop culture and fashion! If that’s not enough to sell you on TEFL in Sout...[Read More]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]