English Teaching Overseas

Teach English Abroad Your journey starts here. A career in teaching English abroad is achievable for anyone who has a good knowledge and use of English in addition to a TEFL or TESOL qualification. Before you start your training it is important that you have some knowledge of what teaching English abroad entails and what options are available for you to get there. Here we will look at those options and the requirements needed to achieve them. Different types of Teaching jobs Recognized TEFL Programs First and foremost you should choose a course which suits the type of work you hope to undertake and is recognized in the country or countries you hope to teach. All ITTT courses are suitable for teaching English overseas in a variety of settings. The typical minimum qualification requirement...  [Read more]

English Grammar - Future continuous - Teaching Ideas - Teaching English Overseas   ITTT's online TEFL/TESOL courses are designed to help anyone thinking of teaching English overseas. On them you will learn teaching methodologies, important parts of English grammar and ideas of how to teach this grammar to your students. This video looks at one idea for the future continuous tense. For this activity students are each given a planner filled with different activities on different dates. The planners are rigged so that there is only one day when the students are both free. They have to interview each other to find out which day they are both free. To find out more about how you can become qualified and suitably prepared for teaching English overseas click the link above. Below you can...  [Read more]

English Grammar - Past Perfect - Teaching Ideas - Teaching English Overseas   This teaching idea for the past perfect involves matching pictures of historical events with the appropriate sentence and describing what had just happened in the picture using the past perfect tense. For example: A picture of the Titanic would be matched with the sentence "hit an iceberg" and the student should say "It had just hit an iceberg". As the trainer notes in the video; the scenarios in this activity are western centric. When teaching English overseas it is important to bear in mind how you can adapt your activities to make them more suitable or more interesting to your students. Learning about the local culture and history can make your lessons more relevant to your students and therefore more...  [Read more]

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 Mark Crocker Budget and Salary Top Tips for Sending Money Back Home While Teaching English Overseas Many English language teachers working overseas need to send home a portion of their monthly salary to pay off outstanding obligations, such as a student loan or a property mortgage. However, with so many money transfer options available, how do you know which is the right method to suit your personal circumstances? Taking into consideration factors such as transfer fees, exchange rates, and transfer time, we have put together the following guide to help you make the right decision. Table of Contents Banks Western Union MoneyGram Xoom (by PayPal) OFX TransferWise Points to Consider Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

English Grammar - Future Perfect Continuous - Teaching Ideas - Teach English Overseas   The future perfect continuous is not used a lot in everyday English usage. However, it does come up in when your EFL students get more advanced and if you plan to teach English overseas it is important to have an understanding of the less frequently used tenses. As the future perfect continuous is not often used it can be a struggle to think up teaching ideas for it. The trainer in this video shows us one idea that can be used for the tense. For this activity the students conduct a survey to find out how long someone will have been doing something by a certain point in the future. For example: Student A: How long will you have been learning English by the end of next month? Student B: I will have...  [Read more]

Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? When choosing between TEFL and CELTA, it is essential to understand their specific strengths: In essence, while both certifications are valuable, the choice between TEFL and CELTA largely depends on your target teaching audience and career goals. Table of Contents What does TEFL mean? What does CELTA mean? Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? What if a course doesn't meet this criteria? Does the location of the course affect its quality? What does TEFL mean? TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, broadly encompasses any training or certification aimed at individuals who wish to teach English, whether locally, abroad, or online. It does not denote a specific course or certification. Upon researching, you will find countless TEFL course providers...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in the Czech Republic? Securing an English teaching job in the Czech Republic often requires both a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification. The country, known for its rich history and vibrant culture, has a strong demand for TEFL-certified teachers, especially in cities like Prague, Brno, Ostrava, and Pilsen. While enjoying perks like cheap high-quality beer and a lower cost of living compared to other European countries, teachers can benefit from the ample opportunities available. Table of Contents What are the requirements for teaching English in the Czech Republic? What are the visa requirements for teaching English in the Czech Republic? What is the best way to apply for English teaching jobs in the Czech Republic? What are the requirements...  [Read more]

Can over 50s teach English abroad? Absolutely, age shouldn't be a barrier to pursuing a career in teaching English abroad, even if you are over 50. While many TEFL opportunities target younger demographics, individuals over 50 often bring a wealth of life experience and maturity to the classroom. These attributes can be invaluable in the teaching profession. Not only does teaching abroad offer a chance to explore new cultures and environments, but it also provides an avenue to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. So, if you are in your 50s or beyond and yearn for adventure combined with purpose, teaching English abroad might be the perfect next chapter. Table of Contents Can people over 50 really teach English abroad? South Korea Thailand Mexico Ecuador Czech Republic Can...  [Read more]

The Peak Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad 02/20/2023 hello welcome Linda here from ITT back this week with another live session welcome welcome today we're going to talk about the top hiring seasons for teaching English abroad so we're going to cover different regions Europe Asia Latin America Central America um and different countries specifically in these regions and the top hiring seasons for each of those countries so you know exactly when to apply for the job for an English teaching job in the country that you want to teach in so um a couple weeks ago we talked about um tefl interviews and how to find jobs Etc so now this is kind of part of this series and just to yeah give you an overview of the top hiring season so that you know exactly when you should be applying for...  [Read more]

How do I become an English teacher overseas? The global demand for English language teachers presents vast opportunities. Here is a step-by-step guide to embarking on this journey: While a degree and prior teaching experience isn't always mandatory, comprehensive research and careful planning are crucial to navigating and thriving in the international teaching arena. Table of Contents Is it difficult to teach English in another country? How do I go about becoming an English teacher in another country? Enroll in a TEFL certification course and become a TEFL certified teacher Do I need to decide where to teach before taking a TEFL course? How do I find a teaching job after completing my TEFL course? Is it difficult to teach English in another country? Embarking on an international...  [Read more]

10 Pieces of Advice Every New EFL Teacher Needs to Know 06/23/2022 hello hi everyone linda here from itt back with another live session this week how is everybody doing hope you're doing fine thank you so much for tuning in and spending um taking some time out of your day to spend it with me today as always uh we go live and our live sessions take about 45 minutes sometimes even an hour depends on how many questions you guys have at the end we always have a q a part so this is a time where you can ask me your questions about teaching abroad about tefl about tesol about our courses about anything teaching related that's on your mind that you want to know and today's topic is dedicated to new teachers so i'm going to be sharing 10 pieces of advice that you need to know as a new tefl or efl...  [Read more]

Can I send money back home while teaching English abroad? English teachers abroad commonly send their earnings back to their home countries for obligations like student loans, mortgages, or family support. The process can be complex, with considerations such as transfer fees, fluctuating exchange rates, and varying transaction times. Common methods include bank transfers, online payment services, and money transfer companies, each with their own pros and cons. It is vital to compare the costs, efficiency, and security of these options to choose the most suitable method for international money transfers. Table of Contents What are the pros and cons of using a local bank? What are the pros and cons of using Xoom? What are the pros and cons of using OFX? What are the pros and cons of using...  [Read more]

Q&A About TEFL/TESOL - Ask us anything! 12/10/2020 hello and welcome my name is linda from itt um thanks for tuning in if you are watching for the first time thanks so much welcome and if you've seen me before on one of our lives welcome back thanks for joining us again if you can see me and you can hear me please let me know in the comments so that i know that everything is working well and also please let me know where you're watching from that's always very interesting for me to know i am in south korea so it's actually friday morning right now it's 10 a.m so i have my morning coffee right here that i might have to uh take a few sips from here and there um but yeah where are you watching from let me know i really i'm really curious to know and today we are talking about well you...  [Read more]

TEFL, TESOL & Teaching English Q&A Session 10/29/2020 hello hello hello anybody here anybody's here welcome i'm linda from itt and we are doing a live q a session today so let me just check if this is working is anybody here if you're here if you can see me if you can hear me please leave a comment that would be great so that i know that you are here and please let me know where you guys are tuning in from i would be super interested to know where are you tuning in from i'm in south korea i'm about an hour and a half outside of seoul sort of like in the middle of south korea in a city called chongju it's not that big it is quite big but it's not pretty well known but um yeah i've been here for five and a half years already so oh hello some people are here great hi welcome welcome...  [Read more]

TEFL Review For Online TEFL Course   Chris is from France and he recently took an ITTT course to improve his teaching skills. As he is now teaching overseas he wanted to gain an internationally recognized qualification for teaching English as a foreign language. During the course, he learned a lot of new skills and was able to immediately use them in his classroom. He enjoyed the lessons on English grammar and classroom management and also found the tips on lesson planning extremely helpful. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 Mark Crocker TEFL Information The Lowdown on Teaching English Abroad With a Family If you do a quick online search for teaching English abroad, it would be easy to assume that it is only an option for young, single people. However, this is far from the truth, as there are countless thousands of people of all ages who are currently teaching abroad with their families. Many parents see it as a great opportunity to provide their children with an international education that is far removed from the one-dimensional option that most of us experience in our home country. Although moving abroad to teach English as a family is a great option for many people, there are obviously several things to consider before jumping on a plane. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post:...  [Read more]

TEFL Review For Online TEFL Course   Floyd is from the United States but is currently teaching English overseas in Japan. He recently took our 120-hour TEFL/TESOL online certification course as well as our 50-hour business English course. He enjoyed the course and completed it with videos and tutor support. He feels like he received great training. Even though he has prior teaching experience, he was able to brush up on certain topics as well as learn new skills and methods. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? Navigating the world of English teaching, especially as a newcomer, can be overwhelming given the numerous acronyms such as TEFL and CELTA. Both are recognized and hold significant value in the teaching community, but their meaning and comparison can still cause a bit of confusion. Let's demystify what each one represents and discuss their comparative merit. What does TEFL mean? TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, broadly encompasses any training or certification aimed at individuals who wish to teach English, whether locally, abroad, or online. It does not denote a specific course or certification. Upon researching, you will find countless TEFL course providers offering a variety of courses differing in duration, cost, and quality. TEFL's twin...  [Read more]

Where are the cheapest places to teach TEFL? It is a common misconception that teaching English abroad requires a large amount of money up front before you even start earning. While you will need to cover the cost of your TEFL certification and get yourself to the destination you have chosen to work in, you should soon start earning enough to get those outlays back quickly. However, in some destinations the cost of living is so high that it can seem like you are constantly hemorrhaging money. So where can you teach English and live well on just a small budget? Here we look at some of the cheapest destinations for teaching English abroad. Table of Contents Asia Thailand Also consider Latin America Mexico Also consider Europe Czech Republic (Czechia) Also consider Asia Thailand Thailand...  [Read more]

Review from TEFL Student Belle   Belle is from the United States but is currently living in China. She decided to make a career out of teaching English overseas. She took our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL course and learned that teaching can be fun and anything but boring. She enjoyed the well-organized structure of the course and received a lot of helpful information from the course and the video resources. She is sure that this new qualification will help her to advance in her career and recommends this course to anyone thinking of teaching overseas. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Review from TEFL Student Mike   Mike just finished his in-class course in Phuket, Thailand, and found the experience rewarding and worthwhile. He took the course because he enjoys helping people and thought starting a career teaching English overseas was a great idea. With his internationally recognized teaching qualification in hand, he can now apply for teaching positions around the globe. The training he received at the Phuket training center also enables him to plan and present his own lessons in an effective and professional manner. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

TEFL Review For Online TEFL Course   Amanda is from Brazil but currently living in Turkey. She recently completed our TEFL/TESOL course and immediately found a job. She is excited to live abroad and enjoys teaching English overseas. She highly recommends our courses and enjoyed the variety of teaching and grammar topics provided in the course. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

English Grammar - Present Continuous for the Future - TESOL Certification   To be successful teaching English overseas you will need to come up with interesting teaching ideas for your students. This video from one of ITTT's online TESOL certification courses outlines a teaching idea for the present continuous when it is used to talk about future plans. In this activity students are given a diary and have to interview each other about their future plans. For example: Student A: "What are you doing on the 6th?" Student B: "I'm having my hair done." Students keep asking and answering questions until they find a date when they are free to meet. This idea can also be adapted to use with past tenses. On ITTT's TESOL certification courses not only will you learn how the different tenses...  [Read more]

TEFL Review For In-class Chiang Mai Course   Graeme from the UK enjoyed the course in Chiang Mai and recommends the TEFL training in Thailand to anyone interested in teaching English overseas. He learned a lot during his four-week stay and was especially impressed with the professional teacher trainers who gave him advice and helpful feedback after every teaching session. He was able to improve quickly and feels confident that he will succeed in EFL classrooms around the globe. He is now ready to apply for teaching jobs and live abroad. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How do I become an English teacher overseas? The high demand for English language teachers worldwide offers English speakers from all walks of life exciting opportunities to live and travel abroad. In most cases, you do not need any prior teaching experience to teach English overseas. Moving to another country to live, work, and travel, on the other hand, will necessitate careful planning and foresight. Good research is also essential to ensuring that you do it correctly. Is it difficult to teach English in another country? Teaching English abroad, like any new endeavor, can present challenges, and you will most likely be nervous at first. However, your TEFL certification training will provide you with the skills necessary to lead your own classroom, where you will teach the fundamentals...  [Read more]

Review from TESOL Student in Zhuhai   Neil just completed his four-week intensive TEFL/TESOL training in Zhuhai, China. He wants to pursue a career in teaching English overseas. He thought the course was very intensive but a lot of fun. He feels well prepared and thinks he learned all the skills and techniques he needs to be a great teacher in a variety of classrooms worldwide. He is excited to start his first full-time position in China and can’t wait to make use of his new learned skills. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Where are the cheapest places to teach TEFL? It is a common misconception that teaching English abroad requires a large amount of money up front before you even start earning. While you will need to cover the cost of your TEFL certification and get yourself to the destination you have chosen to work in, you should soon start earning enough to get those outlays back quickly. However, in some destinations the cost of living is so high that it can seem like you are constantly hemorrhaging money. So where can you teach English and live well on just a small budget? Here we look at some of the cheapest destinations for teaching English abroad. Asia Thailand Thailand makes an appearance on many lists of the best places to teach English abroad for various reasons and one is its relatively low...  [Read more]

TEFL Employment Please email for assistance finding employers. ITTT graduates receive free lifetime job assistance. The links below show some of the most popular locations and options for TEFL job opportunities, both in-class and online. There is a huge number of TEFL job vacancies globally and those listed under the links below are just a fraction that we have selected to give you an understanding of TEFL teacher rates of pay and conditions of work in those countries and online. These links are provided for information purposes only and some of the job vacancies may already have been filled. Similarly, we would also inform you that ITTT has no direct affiliation with any of the learning institutions, companies or bodies listed. Please feel free to click on any of the links below which...  [Read more]

Where in South Korea should I teach? Teaching English abroad is an incredibly popular choice, with Asia being the top region. Amongst this, South Korea stands out due to the vast array of opportunities it offers, making it an attractive destination for teachers worldwide. A substantial number of job openings, impressive infrastructure, affordable living cost, low crime rate, and competitive salaries are all factors that make Korea shine. Moreover, the additional benefits such as paid accommodation and airfares mean that it is commonplace for teachers to save a good portion of their income. But where in Korea should you choose? Here are some of the best cities in the country for teaching. Seoul The capital and biggest city, Seoul, tops the list with the highest number of teaching...  [Read more]

Review from TESOL Student in Phuket   Chase from the US joined the in-class TEFL/TESOL course in Phuket, Thailand, to start a career in teaching English overseas. He is certain he made the right choice in coming to Phuket and joining our in-class training center. He was very impressed with the local training staff and how quickly he picked up the different teaching methodologies and classroom management components. He also enjoyed spending a month in Thailand, one of the most exciting countries in the region. He is excited to apply for positions in teaching English overseas. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]