Do you fancy teaching English in Thailand? Are you wondering how to get started or what life will be like when you get there? UK TEFL teacher Molly is currently teaching English in the Isaan region of Thailand. She went live on i-to-i’s Facebook page to share her experience and answer your questions about TEFL in Thailand. Watch the full webinar or read on for edited highlights. PREPARING TO TEACH...[Read More]
Whether you’re getting your camera smiles ready for an online TEFL job, or swapping a headset for the chalkboard of a school classroom, each setting comes with first-day jitters. As a new teacher on the block, you’ll want to make a solid first impression as both a mentor and a colleague, which can be easily achieved by following these top tips (and leaving your ego at the physical or virtual door!...[Read More]
Imagine having a full time career in your home country, while also being able to boost your income by teaching students from all over the world. Sound appealing? Well, TEFL teacher Tabitha thinks it’s great! After stints of teaching English full time in China, France and online, Tabitha decided to put down some roots by taking on a full-time role with a training communications company in London, U...[Read More]
Teachers are very important members of any society. And this is especially true for English teachers, who are helping their students to connect and communicate with the wider world. But we have all had teachers that really are a cut above the rest. So, what made them special? What actually are the qualities of a really good teacher? What makes the difference between a person that will positively i...[Read More]
Thinking about getting qualified as a TEFL teacher? Want to know whether you’ll be able to fit teaching around your current lifestyle? Well Samantha, an i-to-i graduate, was in your position just a short while ago! Since then she has managed to complete her course in her holidays from university and she is now teaching English alongside her university studies! Want to know more? Read on! Can you...[Read More]
So what is Ofqual? Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is the UK government department responsible for regulating qualifications, and their providers, in England. They make sure that courses and qualifications are of a good standard and that they are fit for purpose (which basically means they actually do what they say they will – e.g. get people qualified to teach En...[Read More]
It’s March, which can only mean one thing in South-East Asia – the arrival of the famous cherry blossoms! Each year, with the coming of spring, countries like Japan and South Korea receive a gorgeous gift of the ‘en masse’ blooming of their cherry blossom trees. The colours of the flowers range from white to deep pink and they are an impressive sight to behold! So, why should you be interested in ...[Read More]
There are lots of different TEFL courses out there and you have probably seen the most buzz about having a Level 5 qualification, over some of the other options. But what does having a ‘Level 5 TEFL Course’ actually mean? Don’t worry, we’ll take you through it! What is a Level 5 TEFL Course? If an accredited course says it is at ‘Level 5’ this basically means that Ofqual (a UK Government departm...[Read More]
There are so many reasons why you should take a Level 5 TEFL Course, the main one being that you want to teach English online or abroad. But, how do the Level 5 Courses differ from the Level 3 Course? Carry on reading to find out… What is a Level 5 TEFL certificate? The Level 5 180 hour TEFL Course is perfect for anyone looking to land a top TEFL job. The course itself is regulated by the UK gov...[Read More]
When leafing through the lonely planet guide or scrolling through booking.com, we rarely consider rural Thailand as a destination for TEFL. These outlying regions are often overshadowed by the azure ocean to the south or the buzzing northern metropolis. Whilst applying to TEFL in Thailand, you’ll notice that most jobs advertised are at one of 2 extreme ends of the scale (in terms of location). The...[Read More]
The Level 5 500-hour Advanced TEFL Diploma PRO is our most comprehensive course yet and, if you’re looking for the gold standard in TEFL qualifications, this is it! Got questions about the course? No worries! We’ve compiled a list of the Top 5 FAQs about the 500-hour Advanced Diploma PRO and answered them down below. Don’t see your question on the list? Arrange for a free call back with our friend...[Read More]
The Level 5 500-hour Advanced TEFL Diploma PRO is our most comprehensive course yet and, if you’re looking for the gold standard in TEFL qualifications, this is it! Got questions about the course? No worries! We’ve compiled a list of the Top 5 FAQs about the 500-hour Advanced Diploma PRO and answered them down below. Don’t see your question on the list? Arrange for a free call back with our friend...[Read More]