TEFL teachers play a vital role in helping people around the world learn English. However, many TEFL teachers face challenging working conditions, including low salaries, long hours, and a lack of job security. This can lead to high turnover rates and make it difficult to attract and retain qualified teachers. Thinking of teaching English abroad? … Continue reading Why TEFL Teachers Need Job Security and Fair Pay
Tag: Travel
Why Teach in South Korea?
For three exciting, kimchi-filled years of my ‘TEFL traveling’ life, I found myself living and teaching in South Korea. I’ll be honest – back then, South Korea wasn’t really on my radar. (This was pre-K-Pop world domination and before Squid Game had us all rethinking playground games.) But life has a funny way of throwing … Continue reading Why Teach in South Korea?
January 2025: 5 Companies Looking for Online Teachers
Let’s kick off 2025 with these five companies that are actively looking for teachers as of January.
Strategies for Landing an Online Teaching Job as a Non-Native Speaker
In recent years, the demand for online education has skyrocketed, creating numerous opportunities for individuals around the world to teach remotely. However, for non-native English speakers, breaking into this field can be challenging due to perceived language barriers. Despite this hurdle, there are effective strategies that non-native speakers can employ to secure online teaching positions and thrive in the digital classroom.
TEFL Changed My Life
Over a decade ago, I quit my job and moved abroad to teach English. It was the best decision I could have made! I’ve spent the last 10 years teaching and travelling my way across multiple countries around the world, all while managing to save money and pay off my debts back home.
Online Teaching Companies Hiring in March 2024
We are well into 2024, so let’s take a look at an updated list of online teaching companies that are hiring at the moment! Twenix Requirements: Native or native-level English proficiency. Legally registered as a freelancer in your country of residence. Strong conversational and active listening skills. Proficient in correcting and enhancing students' English proficiency. … Continue reading Online Teaching Companies Hiring in March 2024
Don’t Teach in Thailand if.. (Updated)
Every year, thousands of people travel to the ‘Land of Smiles’ to teach English.
Hiking Mount Toubkal: Part II
Our journey to the submit of Toubkal was not short of issues!
Demystifying the Digital Nomad Lifestyle: The Allure and the Ache (Part II)
In this post, I will touch on some of the downsides of the ‘perfect looking’ lifestyle.
The Booming TEFL Industry: How Technology and Globalization Fueled a Decade of Growth
The Booming TEFL Industry: How Technology and Globalization Fueled a Decade of Growth The Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) industry has witnessed remarkable growth in the past decade. Driven by a confluence of factors such as technological advancements, globalization, and an increasing demand for English language proficiency, the TEFL sector has expanded geographically, … Continue reading The Booming TEFL Industry: How Technology and Globalization Fueled a Decade of Growth
