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What is the Difference between a TEFL and a CELTA?
There are a few bones of contention in the English language teaching field that seem like they will forever remain contested. People from all over the world, with all different kinds of experiences, just don’t seem to agree on a few things when it comes to teaching English as a Foreign Language. The one is … Continue reading “What is the Difference between a TEFL and a CELTA?” The post...[Read More]
What You Need to Know About Moving to India
For newly-qualified teachers of English as a Foreign Language, the opportunities can seem endless. Many teachers will be lured by the beautiful beaches of Thailand, or the generous salaries of South Korea, or the party lifestyle of Spain. You know, the usual suspects when it comes to top TEFL destinations. Other teachers will be attracted … Continue reading “What You Need to Know About Movin...[Read More]
What Kind of Teaching Can You Do in Spain?
If you’ve ever been to Spain, you’ve probably considered moving there for good. I mean, sunshine, sangria, siestas – who wouldn’t like a life like that? If you have a TEFL certificate and are a TEFL teacher then there is even more reason for you to pack your bags and set sail for those sunny … Continue reading “What Kind of Teaching Can You Do in Spain?” The post What Kind of Teaching ...[Read More]
What Spanish Level Am I?
¿Hablas inglés? ¿Comprendes? Even though you don’t need to be able to speak the local language to teach English as a Foreign Language – one of the great myths of our industry – most teachers take the trouble of learning the language where they are living. It’s always nice to be able to greet people … Continue reading “What Spanish Level Am I?” The post What Spanish Level Am I? appeared...[Read More]
What is The Average Salary for Teaching Abroad in Spain?
From stunning beaches, crazy-beautiful historical and cultural tourist attractions, to mouth-watering food and friendly locals, there aren’t many downsides living to Spain. Okay, there probably are (bureaucracy comes to mind) but we still feel that all the pros totally outweigh the cons of living in this beautiful country. If you’re considering teaching English as a … Continue reading “What ...[Read More]
Top Tips for Teaching English to Spanish Learners
The English as a Foreign Language market in Spain is booming. With youth unemployment at an all-time high of 50%, many Spaniards see proficiency in English as their ticket to employment both in and outside the country. This is proven by the popularity of Cambridge exams and the improvement in the general level of English. … Continue reading “Top Tips for Teaching English to Spanish Learners...[Read More]
13 Things about Spain You Probably Didn’t Know
Fiesta. Flamenco. Football. That’s what most of us think of when we think of Spain, but if you think that’s all there is to the country, then you’re sorely mistaken. Spain is vibrant, cultural, exciting and famous for many things, but it also has a few hidden secrets not many of us know about. Here … Continue reading “13 Things about Spain You Probably Didn’t Know” The post 13 Things a...[Read More]
Best Countries to Teach English Abroad in 2019
If you had to guess which countries are the best to teach English abroad in in 2019, which would you say? Vietnam? Yes! Czech Republic? Absolutely! Italy? Of course! The thing is, no matter which country you choose, it probably is a good country to teach English as a Foreign Language in. We don’t think … Continue reading “Best Countries to Teach English Abroad in 2019” The post Best C...[Read More]
5 Things You Should Know about Spanish English Language Learners
Every EFL classroom is different. Even though no matter where you are teaching you will be applying the same learning theories and teaching methodologies to your teaching, a lot of what happens in the classroom will depend on your students. As English as a Foreign Language teachers we need to identify the needs of our … Continue reading “5 Things You Should Know about Spanish English Languag...[Read More]
Who Can Get a TEFL?
You’ve probably seen the adverts for it. Maybe you read a blog or two about it. Quite possibly you have a friend or cousin or former colleague who’s doing it. And while you’ve seen the pictures of tropical paradises and heard the stories of cute kids and overbearing parents, you’re probably wondering to yourself: can … Continue reading “Who Can Get a TEFL?” The post Who Can Get a TEFL?...[Read More]
What is Madrid Known For?
As is the case in many countries, as the capital, Madrid is the heart of Spain. But what is Madrid known for? With almost 3.5 million people, it is not only the most populous city in Spain but the third biggest in Europe, after London and Berlin. Madrid is the seat of government and home … Continue reading “What is Madrid Known For?” The post What is Madrid Known For? appeared first on...[Read More]
Top Festivals to Experience in Spain
If it’s one thing the Spanish know how to do it’s have a party. No surprise then that literally hundreds of festivals are celebrated around the country every year. If you’re living and teaching in Spain, then you should definitely take some time to celebrate with the locals. After all, the more, the merrier! With … Continue reading “Top Festivals to Experience in Spain” The post Top Fe...[Read More]