Retire And Teach English Abroad

Living and Teaching English in Nicaragua - Habits, Customs & Curiosities Although Nicaragua is not one of the region's traditional hotspots for teaching English as a foreign language, it is rapidly growing in popularity year-on-year. As the largest country in Central America there are ever-increasing opportunities for foreign teachers, both in large cities and popular tourist areas. Although you are unlikely to make your fortune while living and working in Nicaragua, you are certain to enjoy an unforgettable cultural experience during your stay. The following guides offer a range of information to help you plan your trip, from where to choose as a base to how much you will need to budget. Facts About Nicaragua SOURCE: www . centralamericaexperience . travel/blog/ Register now...  [Read more]

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Experience: I Wish I’d Known That Before The Class The Cambridge English Dictionary defines the word "hindsight" as "the ability to understand an event or situation only after it has happened." That is why people tell you that "hindsight is a perfect science." So with the benefit of hindsight and looking back after completing some 220 hours of TEFL training, I see that there are, indeed, several things that I wish that I had known before starting the course, both on the positive and the negative sides. Table of Contents My Positive Start Working Experience Possibilities TEFL Market Today Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Volunteer Teachers Needed: Cuba Date posted:2005-09-15 | Writer: ESL Cuba Volunteer | Email: [email protected]   We are happy to announce our new program and dates for the ESL Cuba Volunteer program. We extend a warm invitation to retired and working educators to join us in Cuba during: * Saturday 12 November to Saturday 3 December, 2005 * Saturday 14 January to Saturday 4 February, 2006 * Saturday 18 February to Saturday 11 March, 2006 Each group is limited to 15 participants. For more information please see our updated website at: Contact us It includes testimonials and feedback from our March 2005 pilot project participants, as well as details on ESL opportunities in Havana. Marcel Hatch Program Coordinator ESL Cuba Volunteer 2278 East 24th Avenue Vancouver, BC...  [Read more]

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information 5 Awesome Ways to Lead a Lifestyle as an English Teacher Lifestyles of TEFL/TESOL teachers are as varied as the people who teach and the countries they choose to live in. The kind of life you can lead depends on your reasons for becoming a teacher. Many people choose to live and work abroad to escape the hustle and bustle of home. Others are looking for thrills and adventure. The TEFL world caters for everybody from fresh faced graduates to those looking for new experiences and change later in life. Table of Contents 1. Beach Life 2. City Slicker 3. Culture Vulture 4. Active Retiree 5. Global Nomad What lifestyle are you looking for as an English teacher? Related Articles: 1. Beach Life We all get that feeling toward the end of a...  [Read more]

Full-time EFL Teacher Needed in the South of France Date posted:2019-12-24 | Writer: Easy Access English | Email: [email protected] Easy Access English, based in the beautiful and vibrant city of Montpellier, is looking for a full time EFL teacher to join our small and dedicated team starting in January 2020. We teach students of all ages and adapt to their needs. We believe in creating an atmosphere of trust to allow the student to develop confidence through a natural teaching method. We offer training in our method and tools. We are an innovative company and our values are those of empathy, adapting, listening and accompanying the student. We are a friendly team and work in a relaxed environment in our center based in the center of Montpellier. The work is very varied...  [Read more]

Schools in Taiwan Looking For EFL Teachers Date posted:2015-04-01 | Writer: YG Expert | Email: [email protected] Are you a certified EFL teacher looking for a rewarding position teaching English overseas? Teach in the public elementary schools of Taipei, Taiwan! We have great full-time opportunities teaching Monday - Friday open right now in districts all over the greater Taipei area. Teach in one of Asia’s nicest cities: Taipei – minutes from the mountains, the sea and a river estuary, with a comprehensive, efficient and inexpensive underground system serving the whole metropolitan area. And, enjoy up to NT$40,000 air ticket reimbursement for your flight to Taiwan, and then again up to NT$40,000 reimbursement for your return flight! Teach elementary school-aged student in modern...  [Read more]

Enthusiastic teacher wanted to teach TEFL in Hong Kong Date posted:2005-11-30 | Writer: Way Ahead Educaiton Consultancy Co.Ltd | Email: [email protected]   Way Ahead Educaiton Consultancy Co.Ltd is seeking qualified ESL teachers to join our team. Teaching positions are available at many of our cooperating schools in HongKong Position Details: Teach students English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Requirements: 1. University Degree, preferably related, diploma certificate also acceptable 2. TEFL certificate or 2 year record of exceptional achievement 3. Native English speaker status 4. Outgoing personality and enthusiasm for teaching Chinese students 5. Outstanding teaching skills with proven ability to motivate students with cheerful enthusiasm and...  [Read more]

Seeking Professional TEFL Teachers in Shikoku, Japan Date posted:2008-12-09 | Writer: Language House, Inc. | Email: [email protected] Language House Inc. is a Professional Language Training Firm in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture. We provide language training services to corporations, private companies, civil servants, government officials, and private individuals and groups. We have been serving the greater Shikoku area since 1976 and for over 30 years have served thousands of professionals who need language training for professional and educational needs. We are currently welcoming applicants from TEFL qualified and serious, career-driven teachers. Candidates must have a university degree, along with a strong work ethic and take personal pride in their conduct and professional...  [Read more]

Qualified EFL Teachers Needed in Ecuador (2) Date posted:2016-03-02 | Writer: Centro de Estudios Interamericanos | Email: [email protected] The Centro de Estudios Interamericanos (CEDEI), a non-profit academic institution with over 20 years of experience dedicated to the understanding of languages and cultures of the Americas, is situated in Cuenca, Ecuador. We seek TEFL qualified teachers to begin April 2016. CEDEI has three sites in Cuenca offering English classes to more than 1,000 students with a staff of at least 50 teachers. Cuenca, Ecuador is located high in a valley in Ecuador's southern Andes and enjoys spring-like temperatures year round.. Cuenca is a city of more than 500,000 people and is the third largest city in the country. In 1999, it was designated a UNESCO World...  [Read more]

Qualified EFL Teachers Needed in Ecuador Date posted:2013-04-23 | Writer: Centro de Estudios Interamericanos | Email: [email protected] The Centro de Estudios Interamericanos (CEDEI), a non-profit academic institution with over 19 years of experience dedicated to the understanding of languages and cultures of the Americas, is situated in Cuenca, Ecuador. CEDEI seeks TEFL qualified teachers to begin September 2013 teaching children, high school, and adult groups. CEDEI has three sites in Cuenca offering English classes to more than 700 students with a staff of at least 40 teachers. Cuenca, Ecuador is located high in a valley in Ecuador's southern Andes. Cuenca is a city of more than 400,000 people and is the third largest city in the country. Cuenca enjoys spring-like temperatures...  [Read more]

TEFL Positions in Ecuador Date posted:2014-10-29 | Writer: Centro de Estudios Interamericanos | Email: [email protected] The Centro de Estudios Interamericanos (CEDEI), situated in Cuenca, Ecuador, seeks qualified EFL teachers for children, high school, and adult groups to start January 2015, for a minimum of nine months. CEDEI is a non-profit institution of higher learning founded in 1992, dedicated to the study of American languages and cultures. To foster understanding among the people of the Americas, our organization sponsors a variety of academic activities independently and in conjunction with universities in North and South America. CEDEI has three sites in Cuenca, offering English classes to more than 800 students with a staff of at least 40 teachers. Cuenca, Ecuador is located...  [Read more]

Teaching English Online (2) Date posted:2015-09-23 | Writer: Joanna Lau | Email: [email protected] We are a Hong Kong language institution, which specializes in teaching oral English online, and have multiple positions for TEFL qualified teachers. Training in our methodology will be provided. This is a great opportunity for stay-at-home, retired EFL teachers, or those who have worked in language centers, to be part of our team. Teachers will teach on one-on-one or small group basis.   We are an equal opportunity employer.  There is no discrimination on disabled individuals. REQUIREMENTS: - Native level English speaker - TESOL/TESL/TEFL certified is preferred - Reliable Internet connection - Basic PC literacy - Quiet environment to provide online teaching -...  [Read more]

Teaching English in France Date posted:2012-05-31 | Writer: Fontainebleau Langues et Communication | Email: [email protected] Fontainebleau Langues et Communication has both part-time and full-time openings for TEFL qualified teachers. F.L.& C., in the middle of the Fontainebleau forest (approximately 65 kms south of Paris), has been in business for over 20 years. We work with a variety of students, from top executives in large international companies to the retired person wanting to learn another language for leisure.  - Responsibilities include:Conceiving and teaching client tailored English classes to professionals and executives in individual or small group classes.Contributing to student evaluations, training program design and pedagogical approach.Providing coaching...  [Read more]

Qualified EFL Teachers Needed in Ecuador Date posted:2018-02-28 | Writer: Centro de Estudios Interamericanos | Email: [email protected] The Centro de Estudios Interamericanos (CEDEI), a non-profit academic institution with over 25 years of experience dedicated to the understanding of languages and cultures of the Americas, is situated in Cuenca, Ecuador. CEDEI’s English Program seeks qualified EFL teachers to begin September 2018. CEDEI has three sites in Cuenca offering English classes to more than 1,000 students with a staff of at least 50 teachers. New teachers generally start on January, April, or September of each year. Cuenca, Ecuador is located high in a valley in Ecuador's southern Andes. Cuenca is a city of more than 500,000 people and is the third largest city in the...  [Read more]

Immediate TEFL Vacancies in Mongolia Date posted:2012-12-04 | Writer: Santis Educational Services | Email: [email protected] Santis Educational Services in Ulaanbaatar have immediate vacancies for EFL teachers at their schools in the heart of the City. No better time than now to act, Mongolia is growing rapidly and waiting for you. Your English speaking proficiency must be native to those countries who speak English as their first language. We are looking for teachers with an academic degree or suitable business experience with CELTA  /TEFL / TESOL  qualification or similar, or even both. You will be capable of teaching international students of mixed ages to a high level of language proficiency. You will be enthusiastic, be open to learning new teaching...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 Angelo Castelda TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Major Signs That Teaching Might Be The Right Profession For You Finding a job that's best for you is one of the toughest challenges any individual can encounter. It's a crucial factor that affects one's sense of fulfillment and accomplishment. Perhaps the noblest profession in history, teaching is almost always considered one of the best options out there. Table of Contents Your passion for younger people Your desire to make a lifelong impact Your passion for content Are you ready to teach English? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Many things influence your career choices, which is what makes it challenging to pick the right fit. Sometimes you...  [Read more]

TEFL Volunteering in Costa Rica Date posted:2012-12-09 | Writer: Friends of Nature Copey Learning Center | Email: [email protected] Friends of Nature Copey Learning Center is looking for Volunteer EFL Teachers to work in Costa Rica starting February 2013. We are a non-profit educational center dedicated to promoting social development through the learning of English as a Foreign Language. We offer programs to community members of all ages in the areas of EFL, environmental education and cultural development in order to foster social sustainability. Our school was founded and is run by community members of Copey de Dota.  LOCATION: Our community school is located in the town of Copey de Dota in the beautiful Zona de los Santos, Costa Rica. We are about an hour and a half...  [Read more]

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Online TEFL Courses vs. In-Class Study Online TEFL courses versus Onsite TEFL courses? Which is the best choice? In this essay, I will define what is an online course and onsite course, listing the advantages and disadvantages of both, and at the end giving my opinion on which I feel from my experience is the best choice. Table of Contents Online TEFL Advantages Online TEFL Disadvantages Onsite TEFL Advantages Onsite TEFL Disadvantages Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: First, let's look at what is an online TEFL course. An online course is defined as a course that uses information and communications technology (internet) for learning TEFL. Online courses are very popular these days because...  [Read more]

What can I do after TEFL? After obtaining a TEFL certification and teaching abroad, many people discover a newfound passion for living overseas, while others eventually decide to return to their home countries. For those who return, the skills acquired while teaching with TEFL can open doors to numerous other opportunities, both domestically and internationally. Table of Contents Can I continue to teach English in my home country? Can I work for a non-profit or volunteer organization? Can I get a job in the travel industry? How can my cultural awareness and language abilities help me find work? Should I go back to school? Can teaching English in another country be a promising career? Can I continue to teach English in my home country? For many teachers the obvious next step is to...  [Read more]

What can I do after TEFL? Some people who go abroad to teach English fall in love with their new life overseas and never return to their home country. The majority, however, will return home at some point, whether after a single year or much longer. It can be a difficult experience for some because you are no longer the person you were when you first left home. Everything, from the everyday language to the time zone, the climate to the cuisine, can feel different. Reverse culture shock can be frightening. Can I continue to teach English in my home country? For many teachers the obvious next step is to continue working as an English language tutor. If you live in or near a relatively large city you are likely to come across language schools and community colleges that provide English...  [Read more]

Full-time TEFL Position in Japan Date posted:2016-07-13 | Writer: Osaka Language Academy | Email: [email protected] A full-time TEFL position is currently available in Osaka Language Academy as we have expanded our English schools in Higashimikuni and Shinosaka, (both with good access to Shinkansen, JR trains and subways). As the business is expanding rapidly, we are hoping to welcome a new team member as soon as possible. We are seeking a teacher who is eager and able to relocate to Japan on her/his working holiday visas which will speed up the process once successful. We are seeking those who have character which matches the school and professionalism to apply. A high level of competency, reliability, flexibility, logical approach and creativity needed to be successful - a sense of...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Oct 2018 Kayla Hill Destinations 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in Hong Kong 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. Prime Location 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...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Reasons to Take a TEFL Course if You Want to Teach in China Teaching profession is in fact, is out of my wildest dream when I was young. after completing my undergraduate studies major in marketing, I had worked in multiple fields and traveled to many countries which gave me chances to met a lot of a different kind of people, the local and foreigner.with the knowledge and experience gains throughout the time, I decided to retire from my current field and move on to China as my wife is from people of the Republic of China (PRC). Table of Contents New Profession Requirements My Personal Experience Future Perspectives Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information 6 Things You Will Miss Out On If You Don't Teach English Abroad Teaching English abroad is one of the most interesting career paths one might take up. You get to move to a new country and even get paid for it! However, too many people are unsure whether teaching EFL is right for them. This article highlights 6 things you will miss out on if you don't teach English abroad. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Trying new things Meeting new people from all over the world Seeing things from a different perspective Enjoying Freedom Gaining Independence Change of routine Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: Trying new things When routine becomes a ball and chain, you know it's time for...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Teachers Should Get TEFL certified Waves are crashing around as their feet sink into the wet sand and they take a deep breath of the salty air. They didn't think it would be possible to travel anywhere or experience anything outside of their country before they retired, but here they are in Spain at the age of twenty-two. They were able to do this because they decided to get a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification and teach English abroad. There are many reasons someone may decide to work toward this certification. One reason is to be able to travel the world and support themselves anywhere they would like to go. Another reason to get TEFL certified is to supplement a teaching resume and gain new skills...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Pronunciation Problems of Students in the Philippines English has its place as the most frequently required subject of mostly Philippines' school and universities. This is because of the belief of most Filipinos that the mastery of the English language is the most important demands globally. We grew up believing that learning a second language is not an easy task, although other nationalities find that it is easy for us to imitate and practice the language. However, that is not the case. The problems of teaching and learning a foreign language, specifically English, have suggested some studies of the errors made by most Filipino students. In spite of the knowledge of English of the Filipino, there are times that most students...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Japan (5) Date posted:2016-11-27 | Writer: Osaka Language Academy | Email: [email protected] A full-time EFL teaching position is open to join Osaka Language Academy’s growing schools in Higashimikuni and Shinosaka, both with good access to Shinkansen, JR trains and subways. As the school expands rapidly, we are hoping to welcome a new team member as soon as possible. We are seeking a teacher who is eager and able to relocate to Japan on her/his working holiday visas which will speed up the process once successful. We are seeking those who have character which matches the school and professionalism to apply. A high level of competency, reliability, flexibility, logical approach and creativity needed to be successful - a sense of humour and friendly character will be welcomed...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Make a Living Teaching ESL Online Online learning has expanded rapidly to meet increasing demand over the past decade and appears to be continuing to grow. This change is unlikely to be reversed despite future conditions changing. This being the case, we should consider that online ESL teaching will probably be the dominant teaching approach in the future and remain a good employment opportunity for many years to come. Table of Contents Working for a company Freelancing Profile marketplace Pros Cons Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Over the last two decades, the ESL industry has...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information The Best Countries to Teach ESL When You're 50+ The international EFL market is increasingly looking towards hiring seniors. This means it's a now-or-never chance for many people of 50 and older around the world to change their lives completely. Take a TEFL course in an exotic location (or at home online) and start your teaching career abroad. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Teaching in the Czech Republic Teaching in Ecuador Teaching in Malaysia Teaching in Mexico Teaching in South Korea Teaching in Thailand Seniors—Teaching English abroad is your new calling! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Yes—You can teach English abroad when you're 50's+...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information The Best Countries to Teach ESL When You're 50+ The international EFL market is increasingly looking towards hiring seniors. This means it's a now-or-never chance for many people of 50 and older around the world to change their lives completely. Take a TEFL course in an exotic location (or at home online) and start your teaching career abroad. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Teaching in the Czech Republic Teaching in Ecuador Teaching in Malaysia Teaching in Mexico Teaching in South Korea Teaching in Thailand Seniors—Teaching English abroad is your new calling! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Yes—You can teach English abroad when you're 50's+...  [Read more]