Kayla Swanson

Kayla is a teacher, traveler, and blogger. After teaching in the UK and Canada, she now resides in Hong Kong, where she has been living and working since 2015. You can read about her vegan food and travel adventures at Greedy Vegans. Kayla Hill Destinations Hong Kong is an exciting, bustling city in Asia and the ideal place for teaching English abroad. Not convinced yet? Here are 5 reasons why you should teach English in Hong Kong. Kayla Hill Destinations TEFL Information Are you interested in teaching English in Hong Kong? The NET scheme is a popular option for many English teachers coming to the region. In this guide, you'll find out exactly how it works and how to apply for the NET scheme for teaching English in the exciting destination of Hong Kong.  [Read more]

Kayla Hill Destinations Hong Kong is an exciting, bustling city in Asia and the ideal place for teaching English abroad. Not convinced yet? Here are 5 reasons why you should teach English in Hong Kong. Linda Dunsmore Destinations Are you vegan and want to explore the world while teaching English as a foreign language? Here are 9 vegan friendly destinations for teaching English abroad! Mark Crocker Destinations Due to its booming economy and huge population, Brazil has one of the fastest growing markets for foreign English language teachers in Latin America. Throughout the country you will find a wide range of job opportunities, from language schools and private tutoring to in-house work across the business sector. In this post we examine the top 5 destinations for teaching...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Teaching young learners is a huge part of the international EFL market and you will surely have to teach children at some point during your EFL career. These 10 tips will really help you when teaching English as a foreign language to children. Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations The Czech Republic is a popular destination for EFL teachers wanting to teach English in Europe. If you are interested in joining other English teachers in the country, check out this guide on salary and budget for a teacher living in the Czech Republic. Christine Thompson Visa and Legal Destinations The Czech Republic is an exciting country with prospering career opportunities in English language teaching for many around the world. Here's our step-by-step guide...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas To provide a rounded English language education you need to cover all the different language skills equally. However, many teachers struggle to make their writing skills lessons interesting, relevant and motivating for their students. Take a look at these simple ideas for improving the way you plan and deliver writing skills lessons in your ESL classroom. Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Hong Kong is a popular destination for EFL teachers from across the world. If you are interested in joining the thousands of English teachers in the city, check out this guide on salary and budget for a teacher living in Hong Kong. Kayla Hill Destinations TEFL Information Are you interested in teaching English in Hong Kong? The NET scheme is a popular...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Whether you are looking to earn a living, find adventure, help the needy or simply enjoy your retirement in a new country, these ideas should help inspire you to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate. Jon ITTT TEFL Information Are you interested in volunteer teaching abroad? Here is our guide to some of the best ways to volunteer as an English teacher around the world. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information The first step to a career in teaching English abroad is a TEFL or TESOL certificate. However, with so many courses to choose from you will probably ask yourself: What TEFL course is most useful? Find out which course best suits your needs in this article! Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Are you interested in starting a career in teaching English abroad?...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The general importance of volunteering is known by most people. Volunteering helps people, causes, and organizations that typically cannot afford resources, and so greatly benefit from volunteers and donations. Volunteer teaching, particularly teaching ESL learners, is no different. Private tutors are expensive and not all can afford to send their children or themselves to one, and so I want to emphasize the importance of volunteering at centers or schools that teach ESL learners.Table of Contents Personal Experience Demand Benefits Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kayla C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Education is defined as the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction in a formal setting (Cambridge Online Dictionary, 2019). However, the question is in what means is education provided? In unit 17 of the ITTT 120-hour TEFL course, a variety of equipment and aid were discussed. While the different teaching equipment can provide for an effective, successful lesson for the students, outdoor activities are equally important and can provide a range of benefits to English learning students. This essay aims to, using examples, investigate and discuss the importance of incorporating outdoor activities when teaching English as a foreign language.Table of Contents Active Learning Teaching Important Skills Health Do you want to teach English abroad?...  [Read more]

Kayla Hill Destinations Hong Kong is a great place to teach, especially if it's your first time living abroad. Known as the "fragrant harbor," Hong Kong has been attracting tourists and professionals for decades. This innovative city is often considered to be "Asia's World City" and is a major cultural hub in the region.Table of Contents Prime Location Academic Focus Attractive Salary Diverse Culture Easy to Adapt Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English in Hong Kong? Related Articles: Here are 5 reasons why you should teach in Hong Kong. Hong Kong is on the eastern side of the Pearl River estuary and enjoys a humid subtropical climate. This means that summers are long and the winters are mild. You can enjoy beach barbecues, boat parties, and beautiful hikes well into...  [Read more]

Kayla Hill Destinations TEFL Information So, you're interested in teaching English in Hong Kong? Although there are many avenues in which to do this, one particular program that is unique to Hong Kong is the Native English Teacher (NET) Scheme. I've just started my fourth consecutive year teaching in a local school in the New Territories in Hong Kong, and the scheme has definitely provided me with plenty of opportunities.Table of Contents History of the NET Scheme Duties of a NET How to Apply for the NET Scheme in Hong Kong Remuneration Package Attractive Rewards Common Challenges a NET Faces The NET Community What are you waiting for? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! The role of a NET is to enhance the English learning environment in...  [Read more]