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What Is The Average Salary For Teaching In Vietnam?

With cosmopolitan cities, lush tropical beaches, ancient cultural attractions, and a fascinating history - not to mention mouth-watering food - it’s no surprise Vietnam is one of the fastest growing markets for teaching English as a Foreign Language. Add to…

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They say that life is what you make it, and doing a TEFL course is no different. How quickly you can get certified is up to you! Just as we…

How Quickly Can I Become Certified And Begin Teaching English Abroad?

19th July 2019

Vietnam is so popular in the world of TEFL, that it wouldn’t surprise us if you’re reading this from Ho Chi Minh or Hanoi, sipping a cup of sweet, dark…

This Is What You Should Be Doing In Vietnam

10th July 2019

With an estimated 390 million English language learners, 100 000 native English-speaking teachers and 1 000 EFL teachers being hired every month, it’s no surprise that teaching English as a…

What Is The Average Teaching Salary In China?

4th July 2019

Thinking about teaching English as a Foreign Language in China? You probably are and if you’re not, you should be. China is one of those countries everyone should experience at…

11 Weird And Wonderful Things About China

2nd July 2019

If you have a TEFL certificate, the world is your oyster. But if you asked ten English as a Foreign Language teachers where they want to teach, 8 out of…

7 Reasons Why Vietnam Is Such A Popular TEFL Destination

29th June 2019

No matter how well you did on your TEFL course, your first day teaching English abroad in a new classroom is a daunting one. You are starting a new job…

What To Expect On Your First Day Teaching English Abroad

27th June 2019

Asia is a popular destination for teachers looking to teach English as a Foreign Language abroad. With its histories, geographies and cultures, it’s easy to understand why so many TEFL…

13 Things about Asia You Probably Don’t Know

26th June 2019

There is no doubt Europe is one of the hottest destinations to visit on your travels these days. With its colourful history, gorgeous landscapes, mouth-watering food and friendly locals, there…

7 Budget-Friendly Destinations In Europe

25th June 2019

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