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Which countries pay the best TEFL salaries? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Which countries pay the best TEFL salaries?
The highest TEFL salaries are offered in countries aiming to attract the most qualified teachers. While 'the best' can vary by country, high-paying TEFL jobs typically require advanced qualifications, such as a degree in education and a TEFL certification, as well as considerable teaching experience. Countries known for offering competitive TEFL salaries include the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Japan, South Korea, and China. These nations often also provide additional benefits like housing, flights, and health insurance, which contribute to the overall financial package for English teachers.
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Top ten paying countries for EFL teachers
Top ten paying countries for EFL teachers
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Top 4 Asian Countries for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 Federico Riva
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Top 4 Asian Countries for Teaching English Abroad
Mainland China and Taiwan form a very large part of the Asian ESL market. There are obviously many similarities but also many differences. In this blog we will look at some of the major differences in job requirement in these two regions.
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China
Taiwan
Japan
South Korea
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China
It is said that there were around 100,000 foreign teachers working in China until recently, so that's a huge number. China is a vast country with huge demand for EFL teachers. There... [Read more]
7 Misconceptions about TEFL Uncovered - TEFL Blog
Thu, 05 Jul 2018 Federico Riva
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7 Misconceptions about TEFL Uncovered
Teaching English abroad is a career more popular than ever. However, with so many options and resources about TEFL available online, there is a lot of false information out there. This post uncovers the seven most common misconceptions about TEFL and clears up any confusion!
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Misconception #1: You need a degree to teach English abroad
Misconception #2: TEFL is only for young people
Misconception #3: TEFL doesn't pay well
Misconception #4: You need to speak another language
Misconception #5: It's really hard to find a job teaching English abroad
Misconception #6: You don't need a TEFL qualification if you're a native English speaker
Misconception #7: You have to teach kids
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Can you make a living teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can you make a living teaching English abroad?
The growing global demand for English language skills has made teaching English abroad a viable and financially rewarding career for many English speakers. Salaries can vary based on location, qualifications, and institution type, yet they are generally competitive enough to afford a comfortable lifestyle. In certain high-demand countries, ESL teachers can earn between $2,000 and $5,000 per month, which clearly demonstrates the feasibility of making a living through TEFL jobs internationally.
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How much money can I make teaching English in Asia?
What can I expect to earn when teaching English in the Middle East?
What can I expect to earn when teaching English in... [Read more]
TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know - TEFL Blog
Fri, 07 Oct 2022 Federico Riva
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TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know
Here we describe some of the most basic features of TEFL and TESOL courses and how they can be used to gain teaching positions worldwide.
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TEFL stands for teaching English as a foreign language and TESOL stands for teaching English to speakers of other languages, so it it's very similar. The training that's involved for TEFL or TESOL is typically the same. The term TEFL is most commonly used within the UK and Europe the term TESOL is usually preferred in Australia and the USA and Canada. The courses are the same... [Read more]
6 Tips You Need to Know About Jobs Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Tue, 08 May 2018 Mark Crocker
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6 Tips You Need to Know About Jobs Teaching English Abroad
If you are considering teaching English abroad, you will no doubt be aware that there are many things to think about when planning your adventure. You might also be a little overwhelmed by the whole prospect of packing your life into a suitcase and heading off overseas. Whatever stage in the process you are at, do not panic as tens of thousands of people have been just where you are now and have gone on to have a successful and enjoyable time teaching English as a foreign language. The following top 6 tips should help you focus on the most important things to consider and set you on the road to a new chapter in your life as an EFL teacher.
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Do I need a degree to teach English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Do I need a degree to teach English abroad?
As a result of government restrictions and official requirements for visa applications, there are a variety of countries where it is hard for teachers to find a job without having a 4-year university degree on their CV/resume. However, if you are able to be flexible and are willing to look for employment in areas where the demand is high and restrictions are less rigorous, TEFL qualified teachers without a degree can still have several great destinations to choose from.
Will a TEFL certificate help me get a job if I don't have a degree?
To increase your chances of landing a position in the country of your choice, it is highly recommended that you first complete an internationally accredited TEFL certification course. Those who are TEFL... [Read more]
Do I need a degree to teach English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Do I need a degree to teach English abroad?
As a result of government restrictions and official requirements for visa applications, there are a variety of countries where it is hard for teachers to find a job without having a 4-year university degree on their CV/resume. However, if you are able to be flexible and are willing to look for employment in areas where the demand is high and restrictions are less rigorous, TEFL qualified teachers without a degree can still have several great destinations to choose from.
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Will a TEFL certificate help me get a job if I don't have a degree?
Where can I teach in Asia without a university degree?
Where can I teach in Latin America without a degree?
Where can I teach in Europe without a degree?
Can I teach legally in China if I... [Read more]
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL - TEFL Blog
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 Federico Riva
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Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL
In this blog post, we will look at 8 of the most widely held misconceptions regarding the teaching of ESL worldwide.
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Misconception #1: It's really hard to find a job
Misconception #1: You need a degree to teach English abroad.
Misconception #3: Teaching English abroad doesn't pay well
Misconception #4: You need to speak another language to teach ESL abroad
Misconception #5: You have to teach kids
Misconception #6: Teaching ESL is only a job for young people
Misconception #7: You don't need a TEFL qualification, if you're a native English speaker
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My Personal Experience Moving to Beijing to Teach English - TEFL Blog
Fri, 07 Feb 2020 Joanna Dineva
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My Personal Experience Moving to Beijing to Teach English
Traveling for me is more than seeing a tourist sight and snapping a picture for your social media. Traveling is the opportunity to explore the world, immerse myself in different cultures and connect with the people of those cultures. Teaching English abroad has allowed me to do just that. In late 2019 an opportunity presented itself for me to teach English in Beijing, China. I had never been to China before. I had never traveled to Asia before. Having an adventurous soul and nomadic heart that I have, I accept the offer without too much hesitation.At the time of writing this personal experience article, I have lived in China for approximately four months and would... [Read more]
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TEFL & TESOL Salary FAQ
Although for many people money is not the main driving force behind teaching English abroad, it is still an important part of the TEFL journey as your salary will often dictate what you can afford to do during your adventures and how much you can potentially save at the end of the month. In our FAQs below we look at the average salaries in all the most popular teaching destinations, as well as any typical perks and bonuses you can expect in different locations.
How much can I earn teaching English abroad?
Regions such as the Middle East and Asia offer the potential to earn salaries as high as $5,000 USD per month. Other areas such as Europe and Latin America have less in the way of high paying jobs but are still popular due to the culture... [Read more]
Teaching Abroad: Saving Money & Paying off Loans - Here's how! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching Abroad: Saving Money & Paying off Loans - Here's how!
07/29/2021
hi guys hello welcome to another live session my name is linda from itt and today
we're going to talk about a very very exciting topic i'm sure a lot of you are going to find it useful
it's all going to be about how to save money and also pay off loans and debt when teaching
english abroad um yeah so thank you so much for joining if you can see me if you can hear me as
always please just leave a hi in the comment section i'd really appreciate it so that i know that you
can see me and hear me because you know sometimes there are technical difficulties um and i might be aware of it so just
kindly let me know in the comment section um and yeah thank you so much for being
here again today uh last week's live... [Read more]
Teaching Abroad: How to Save Money & Pay off Loans - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching Abroad: How to Save Money & Pay off Loans
02/24/2023
hi welcome Linda here back this week with another live session for ITT the
tefl and tesol training um yeah thank you so much for joining
and for being here today uh if you're seeing this for the first time thank you
so much for tuning in I'm going to introduce myself in a little bit and I'm also going to share a 30 off discount
opportunity today um that you can use to uh get 30 off any
of itt's tefl or tesol courses today so
we have a wide variety of different courses um you can take a look at our website tefl
course.net and you'll see all of the different courses that we offer if you are not new here and you have seen me
before and you have joined this live stream before thank you so much
um I really appreciate all the... [Read more]
The Biggest Misconceptions about TEFL/TESOL DEBUNKED! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Biggest Misconceptions about TEFL/TESOL DEBUNKED!
03/22/2022
hi welcome hello good morning good evening good night good afternoon wherever you
are thanks so much for tuning in my name is linda this week back with another
live session for itt which stands for international tefl and tesol training so thank you so much for
joining me today it is 10 15 a.m in south korea where i am
and um yeah today we're gonna talk about the biggest misconceptions about teaching english so
those are those things that we at iittt kind of get asked a lot or people what i
read on forums i do a lot of tefl research so when i um
dive deep into the forums where people talk about teaching english abroad i come across these misconceptions all the
time and today i want to take this opportunity to sort of debunk... [Read more]
Can you make good money teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can you make good money teaching English abroad?
Many TEFL qualified teachers head overseas to look for excitement, adventure, new experiences, and to simply get away from the daily grind, but not all are aware of the potential to earn a very good living whilst doing so. In some parts of the world teachers can earn more than enough to live a high quality of life and also afford to put aside a considerable sum each month to pay off student debts or to save for future travel etc. As demand for qualified teachers continues to grow in many areas, so do the potential salaries on offer.
Important points to consider when evaluating potential TEFL salaries.
When looking for a teaching job, it is always advisable to weigh up the salary on offer in comparison with the local cost of living as... [Read more]
Can you make good money teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can you make good money teaching English abroad?
Many TEFL qualified teachers head overseas to look for excitement, adventure, new experiences, and to simply get away from the daily grind, but not all are aware of the potential to earn a very good living whilst doing so. In some parts of the world teachers can earn more than enough to live a high quality of life and also afford to put aside a considerable sum each month to pay off student debts or to save for future travel etc. As demand for qualified teachers continues to grow in many areas, so do the potential salaries on offer.
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Important points to consider when evaluating potential TEFL salaries.
How much can I earn teaching English in Asia?
How much can I earn teaching English in the Middle East?
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How much money can you make teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How much money can you make teaching English abroad?
There are many different reasons why people choose to teach English abroad and the chance to earn good money is certainly one of them. How much you can realistically expect to earn is largely dependent on where in the world you choose to teach. The highest salaries are generally found in the Middle East and East Asia regions where teachers can typically live well and still save a considerable sum each month. In Europe and Latin America it is harder to save money, but you should still earn enough to live comfortably.
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How much can I earn teaching English in Thailand?
Who are the main employers of English language teachers in Thailand?
Who else employs English language teachers in Thailand?
What is the cost of living... [Read more]
Tefl international
TEFL & TESOL Jobs FAQ
If you are nearing the end of your TEFL certification course or you are already certified but have yet to start teaching, you will probably have a number of questions regarding English language teaching jobs. In our FAQs below we tackle a wide range of questions, from which countries offer the best options to how to go about landing a position in your country of choice. You will also find answers about job interviews, how to prepare your documentation, and a whole host of other job related info.
What questions should I ask a TEFL employer?
To decide whether a job is right for you it is essential to get as much information as possible during the interview. You should be clear on areas such as salary, working hours, class size, student's age,... [Read more]
How much money can you make teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How much money can you make teaching English abroad?
There are many different reasons why people choose to teach English abroad and the chance to earn good money is certainly one of them. How much you can realistically expect to earn is largely dependent on where in the world you choose to teach. The highest salaries are generally found in the Middle East and East Asia regions where teachers can typically live well and still save a considerable sum each month. In Europe and Latin America it is harder to save money, but you should still earn enough to live comfortably.
How much can I earn teaching English in Thailand?
Although the country's famously laid-back lifestyle attracts large numbers of foreign teachers, the average salary is generally less attractive when compared to other... [Read more]
TEFL for Beginners: How to Get Started - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
TEFL for Beginners: How to Get Started
02/28/2022
hello everyone hi linda here from itt welcome to another live session um i'm
so happy to be here back for another live session and this week we are going to talk about tefl
for beginners how to get started so this is really for people who are very new to tefl um and
to teaching english as a foreign language um you have heard about it um
and you're kind of thinking hey maybe this is something for me i want to go abroad and teach english or i want to
teach english online but i have no idea how to get started then this live
session is for you yeah welcome hello everyone my name is linda from itt
and um i am live once a week for itttt here on facebook and on youtube and
thank you so much for taking some time out of your day today to be here... [Read more]
Q&A About TEFL/TESOL ✅ Ask us anything! - TEFL Blog
Mon, 01 Mar 2021 Federico Riva
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Q&A About TEFL/TESOL ✅ Ask us anything!
English to me and I'll answer them to the best of my ability. We have a first time watcher Sebastian watching from Cameroon and it is 2:00 a.m. there, wow thanks so much for staying up and watching our live stream, that's awesome.
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Muhammad asks how much is the course and how many courses do we have?
We have another question from Maria. I did the 120-hour TEFL course, is it valid everywhere?
Okay, Hamza wants to inquire concerning the duration of the 120-hour TEFL online course.
Another question from Hamza, how much does the 120-hour TEFL online course cost?
Okay great, we have a question from Christine. I'm... [Read more]
Q&A About TEFL/TESOL: Ask Us Anything! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Q&A About TEFL/TESOL: Ask us anything!
Hello and welcome my name is Linda from ITTT, thanks for tuning in. If you are watching for the first time thanks so much and welcome and if you've seen me before on one of our live streams welcome back and 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 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning and I have my morning coffee right here. Where are you watching from? Let me know as I am really curious.
Today we have a live Q&A session so you can throw your questions about TEFL/TESOL and teaching English to me and... [Read more]
Navigating the EFL Job Market in 2023 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Navigating the EFL Job Market in 2023
01/16/2023
hi Linda here welcome back to another live session from ITT
um I'm so happy to be here this week again with another exciting topic so this week we are actually going to talk
about how to navigate the job market for English teachers in 2023 and I'm going
to talk about um all the things you need to know for finding a job for getting started as an
English teacher abroad and also online so if your plan is to start teaching
English in the near future this live session will be for you today and I hope you're going to learn something
um yeah right off the bat please don't forget to like And subscribe so you never miss any of our upcoming live
sessions we go live every week same place same time I'm right here and I
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Q&A About TEFL/TESOL - Ask us anything! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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]
Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know! - TEFL Blog
Fri, 19 Mar 2021 Federico Riva
Destinations TEFL Information
Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know!
Hi and welcome to another live session from ITTT. My name is Linda and I'm here today to talk about teaching English in South Korea.
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Mandy has asked if I teach in a public or private school or is it all private?
I can see a lot of questions already coming in, that's awesome. Great question from Amy. Should anyone even bother looking into teaching abroad while there are COVID lockdowns in place?
Mandy says, I'm interested in teaching abroad but South Korea is my ultimate place to teach. I just got done with the TEFL course and I have to finish my practicum to get my certificate.
Amy asks, does he still celebrate his... [Read more]
Teaching English In South Korea What You Need To Know! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know!
Hi and welcome to another live session from ITTT. My name is Linda and I'm here today to talk about teaching English in South Korea.
Let me just show you today's topic so that everybody who's joining knows what's happening today. Today we're talking about teaching English in South Korea and I'm so excited about this topic and it's actually been a super requested topic every time I do a live session. I've been living in Korea for almost six years and I have been teaching a few different classes. I have done summer camps and winter camps and teaching kids and teaching adults, teaching business English, teaching conversation, teaching full-time at a kindergarten and elementary school with afternoon programs and stuff like that.... [Read more]
Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English in South Korea - What you need to know!
02/03/2021
hi and welcome to another live session by itt my name is
linda and i'm here today um to talk about teaching english in south
korea so welcome welcome um i'm just gonna wait for um people to join please do let me
know if you can hear me if you can see me or if you're not if you can't hear me if there's a problem if anything's wrong
uh because that would be um bad obviously so
yeah drop a comment um just leave a high and uh where you're tuning in from that
would be really helpful let me know where you guys are watching
from and um yeah i can see a few people have joined already
hi thanks so much for joining awesome okay i got a yes i can hear you
from mika awesome or micah sorry if i pronounce that wrong but yeah
uh yeah... [Read more]
The Dos & Don'ts Of Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Dos & Don'ts Of Teaching English Abroad
02/27/2023
hi guys hey Linda here from ITTT back
this week with another live session thank you so much for joining me today and taking some time out of your day
today to be here with me and learn something new hopefully about teaching English and today we're going to talk
about the do's and don'ts of teaching English abroad sort of everything you
need to know you should know before you embark on this exciting journey of
teaching English abroad so yeah let me know if you can hear me if you can see me uh drop a hi in the comment section
oh perfect and also let me know where are you watching from today
I already see crystalline here Hi crystaline how are you doing good to see
you again awesome great where are you guys watching from today where... [Read more]