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What are the start-up costs for teaching English abroad? Starting a journey teaching English abroad comes with specific initial costs. Predominantly, these start-up expenses involve: These costs can vary based on the chosen destination, but they provide a general framework for those venturing into teaching English overseas. Table of Contents How much does TEFL certification cost? What are the pros and cons of online TEFL courses? What are the pros and cons of in-class TEFL courses? Will I have to pay for my own airfare when teaching English abroad? What will I have to pay for on arrival when teaching English abroad? How much does TEFL certification cost? The price of a TEFL certification can range widely based on the course format and provider. At ITTT, online TEFL courses are...  [Read more]

What are the start-up costs for teaching English abroad? For anyone planning an adventure teaching English overseas, the amount of cash needed to cover the initial start-up costs is an important question to consider. As with any move there are certain expenses that cannot be avoided, although these will vary depending on where you plan to teach. In most cases the basic start-up costs will include: How much does TEFL certification cost? The cost of obtaining TEFL certification can vary considerably depending on the style of course you choose. At ITTT our least expensive online option can be completed for under $200, while an in-class course will typically cost between $1500 and $2000, not including flights, accommodation, meals etc. However, you should not base your choice of course...  [Read more]

How much can I earn teaching English in Chile? In Chile, English teachers typically earn between $800 to $1,200 USD monthly. Santiago, the capital, offers year-round opportunities due to its high demand for ESL teachers, making it the hotspot for TEFL positions. Beyond the capital, numerous teaching jobs are also available in various towns and cities. While a TEFL certification is not mandatory in Chile, obtaining one is highly advisable as it can substantially improve your employment opportunities and potential earnings, including private tutoring, which can supplement your income. Table of Contents What are TEFL salaries in Chile? Who are the main employers of English language teachers in Chile? Who else employs English language teachers in Chile? What is the cost of living for...  [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]

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]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles Why You Should Take Specialized TEFL Courses | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker TEFL Information Although there is never any shortage of English language teaching jobs in most parts of the world, competition for the best paying positions in the most popular locations can sometimes be very strong. To make sure your application rises to the top of the pile, you should seriously consider adding additional qualifications to your CV/resume. Here we look at why specialized TEFL courses...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Kennethia de Waldt For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That's why we'd love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger! Table of Contents 1. What's your name? 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? 5. What was your favorite part about the course? 6. You've finished your TEFL/TESOL course - now what? What are your plans and goals? 7. What's your no. 1 tip for other TEFL/TESOL course...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 Joanna Dineva Destinations Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad for History Buffs Teaching English abroad is a wonderful way to travel and experience new cultures. For those of us who also love to learn about ancient civilizations and learn from the past, there are a few countries that offer the chance to immerse yourself in history. I reviewed lists that ranked the best places to teach English abroad in 2019 based on a number of google searches, salary opportunities, and how many programs they offer and compare them to the lists of countries with the greatest historical significance and came up with a list of the top 5 countries to teach English abroad for history buffs.    Table of Contents 5. EGYPT 4. MEXICO 3. SPAIN 2. CHINA 1. JAPAN Related...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 Mark Crocker Destinations TEFL Information Top Tips for Teaching English in Europe For many people looking to teach English abroad, Europe is the number one dream destination. Whether your dreams involve the romance of Paris, the fine art of Florence, or the nightlife of Barcelona, the good news is there are plenty of teaching jobs available, even if you have no previous experience. If you are a native speaker of English, there is really nothing standing in your way. Table of Contents Get TEFL certified Prepare to interview in person Be aware of each country's requirements Make multiple job applications and even accept more than one offer Take on private lessons in your free time Plan your finances Pick and choose your clients wisely Yes, maximize your free time!...  [Read more]

Will I get health insurance when teaching English abroad? Wherever you are teaching in the world, having adequate health insurance is obviously a very important issue. Whether it is provided by the employer or is entirely your own responsibility varies from one situation to the next so it is vital that you confirm health insurance details whenever you are interviewed for a teaching position. The following is a brief overview of health insurance around the ESL teaching world. Will I get health insurance when teaching English in Asia? The Asian continent is home to some of the world's largest and most popular ESL job markets. Health insurance is typically provided for most teachers working in countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Indonesia and Vietnam. In many cases health...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching English in South Korea and China - Alumni Report by Linda D. TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! What is your nationality? American and German Table of Contents What is your nationality? What city and state are you from? How old are you? What is your education level and background? Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been? Where did you study? What made you interested in going to teach English abroad? What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad? Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT? Which TEFL certification course did you take? How did you like the course? How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position? Which city and country did you decide to teach English...  [Read more]

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. Table of Contents 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? How much can I...  [Read more]

What is TEFL? The acronym TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. While this term is used for the physical act of actually teaching English abroad, it is also commonly used to refer to the training courses that many prospective teachers complete before heading overseas, as well as the qualification they receive upon successfully graduating from the course. By gaining a TEFL certificate it is possible to find work as an English language teacher in almost any country of your choice worldwide. Table of Contents TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language TESL - Teaching English as a Second Language TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages ELT - English Language Teaching TEFL Qualifications Choosing a TEFL Certificate Course Online or In-Class TEFL Course...  [Read more]

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]

Where can I teach English abroad? Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However, before you book your plane tickets you need to be aware that the requirements for foreign teachers vary greatly from one country to the next and these may limit your options. You should do plenty of research on whether any of the following issues apply to your chosen destination. In some cases, language schools are restricted to only hiring teachers who hold citizenship of a native English speaking country. These are...  [Read more]

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]

Where can I teach English abroad? Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However, before you book your plane tickets you need to be aware that the requirements for foreign teachers vary greatly from one country to the next and these may limit your options. You should do plenty of research on whether any of the following issues apply to your chosen destination. In some cases, language schools are restricted to only hiring teachers who hold citizenship of a native English speaking country. These are...  [Read more]

How to find TEFL jobs? As there is a strong demand for TEFL qualified teachers in many countries worldwide, most course graduates should have little trouble finding a suitable position. However, to maximise your chances of securing the best jobs there are a few things you should be aware of. Where you should look for work, how to apply for jobs, and how to prepare for that all important interview are all covered below. Table of Contents Where can I teach English abroad? Which is the most popular region for teaching English abroad? Where can I earn the most money teaching English in Asia? What other popular spots are there for teaching English in Asia? Where are the most popular TEFL destinations in the Middle East? What are the pros and cons of teaching English in the Middle East? ...  [Read more]

How to find TEFL jobs? As there is a strong demand for TEFL qualified teachers in many countries worldwide, most course graduates should have little trouble finding a suitable position. However, to maximise your chances of securing the best jobs there are a few things you should be aware of. Where you should look for work, how to apply for jobs, and how to prepare for that all important interview are all covered below. Where can I teach English abroad? Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However,...  [Read more]

How to teach English in Europe? Across Europe there are several countries that attract a large number of EFL teachers every year. Some make it hard for foreign teachers to work legally, while others are much more open. By doing a bit of simple research you should be able to find the countries that offer the best prospects for your personal circumstances. Table of Contents How do I find a job teaching English in Spain? What is the best way to apply for jobs teaching English in Spain? When is the best time to apply for jobs teaching English in Spain? Where are the best places to apply for jobs teaching English in Spain? What visa will I need to teach English in Spain? How much money will I need to start teaching English in Spain? What can I do to ensure I find a good job teaching...  [Read more]

How to teach English in Europe? Across Europe there are several countries that attract a large number of EFL teachers every year. Some make it hard for foreign teachers to work legally, while others are much more open. By doing a bit of simple research you should be able to find the countries that offer the best prospects for your personal circumstances. How do I find a job teaching English in Spain? Spain has long been one of the top destinations in Europe for teaching English abroad. Thousands of teachers from all over the world head to Spain every year, drawn by the promise of a relaxed lifestyle, a beautiful coastline dotted with sandy beaches, and the opportunity to learn Spanish while living in a modern, international city such as Madrid or Barcelona. If you are serious about...  [Read more]

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]

What are TEFL jobs? Every year tens of thousands of people from all backgrounds leave behind their existing life and head overseas in search of fun, travel and adventure. They are able to do this by completing a TEFL certification course that gives them all the qualifications they need to apply for English language teaching jobs in countries all over the world. If you want to join this ever growing number of TEFL qualified teachers, there should be very little that can get in your way. Table of Contents Where can I teach English abroad? Which is the most popular region for teaching English abroad? Where can I earn the most money teaching English in Asia? What other popular spots are there for teaching English in Asia? Where are the most popular TEFL destinations in the Middle East? ...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 May 2021 Federico Riva Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs! Hello, Linda here from ITTT for another weekly live session on Facebook and YouTube at the same time as always. If you've watched one of my sessions before thanks so much for tuning in again and if this is your first time watching, hello and welcome. If you are listening to this as a podcast episode, thanks so much for downloading the podcast, it means a lot to us as we always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on Spotify, Google Podcasts, itunes, all those podcast places out there. Table of Contents Watch the live session here I already have a question from Caroline. I also taught English in China, where were you...  [Read more]

What are TEFL jobs? Every year tens of thousands of people from all backgrounds leave behind their existing life and head overseas in search of fun, travel and adventure. They are able to do this by completing a TEFL certification course that gives them all the qualifications they need to apply for English language teaching jobs in countries all over the world. If you want to join this ever growing number of TEFL qualified teachers, there should be very little that can get in your way. Where can I teach English abroad? Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are...  [Read more]

How much money can you make teaching English in Eastern Europe? Due to a rapid increase in job numbers and fewer restrictions on who can legally work as a teacher, the Eastern European region is now beginning to catch Western Europe in terms of popularity. Typically, the balance between income and cost of living means that many teachers find they are better off financially in a country such as the Czech Republic than they are working in a traditional teaching hotspot such as Italy. How much can I earn teaching English in Russia? The monthly income of foreign teachers in Russia varies hugely depending on many different factors such as location, qualifications, experience, and number of contracted hours. Private language schools generally pay an hourly rate which averages around $650 per...  [Read more]

How much money can you make teaching English in Eastern Europe? Due to a rapid increase in job numbers and fewer restrictions on who can legally work as a teacher, the Eastern European region is now beginning to catch Western Europe in terms of popularity. Typically, the balance between income and cost of living means that many teachers find they are better off financially in a country such as the Czech Republic than they are working in a traditional teaching hotspot such as Italy. Table of Contents How much can I earn teaching English in Russia? Who are the main employers of English language teachers in Russia? Who else employs English language teachers in Russia? Can I earn extra cash as a private English tutor in Russia? What is the cost of living for English teachers in Russia? ...  [Read more]

Tefl Tesol Podcasts Welcome to The TEFL and TESOL Podcast by ITTT! Here you will find a collection of all our available episodes in one place. Episodes cover a variety of topics that are related to TEFL, TESOL, and teaching English abroad or online. We regularly add new episodes. This podcast is perfect for anyone interested in teaching English abroad or online and getting TEFL or TESOL certified. Our podcast episodes range from TEFL and TESOL Q&As to interviews with exciting guests, inducing ITTT graduates, ESL recruiters, and other TEFL experts in the EFL industry. Download the episodes on your mobile device or listen to them directly on your laptop! 10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience 10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an...  [Read more]

Where to find TEFL jobs? Due to a strong demand in many countries, TEFL qualified teachers should have plenty of great options to choose from. Across Asia, Europe and Latin America there are countless opportunities available depending on your own personal preferences. Whether your main goal is to make as much money as possible, to experience living in a different culture, or to get right off of the beaten path, there is the ideal destination waiting for you. Table of Contents How to teach English in Asia? How do I get a job teaching English in South Korea? What are the requirements for teaching English in South Korea? What Kind of school will I work in teaching English in South Korea? What is the best way to apply for jobs teaching English in South Korea? How do I get a job...  [Read more]

Where to find TEFL jobs? Due to a strong demand in many countries, TEFL qualified teachers should have plenty of great options to choose from. Across Asia, Europe and Latin America there are countless opportunities available depending on your own personal preferences. Whether your main goal is to make as much money as possible, to experience living in a different culture, or to get right off of the beaten path, there is the ideal destination waiting for you. How to teach English in Asia? If you are looking for the widest choice of English language teaching jobs, look no further than Asia. Across the continent you will find countless opportunities in a wide range of fascinating countries, although the requirements do vary from one to the next. Some countries are only open to native...  [Read more]