The TEFL Academy Blog

Over the last few years, South Africans of all ages have packed their bags and moved abroad in search of better opportunities. Recent graduates struggled to find meaningful employment, while others…

The Middle East is a top destination for well-qualified TEFL teachers. Recent changes in government support and an increasing understanding of the importance of English proficiency has increased the demand…

In the globalised classroom of 2026, the question is no longer which accent is "correct”, but rather which one is most intelligible for your students. As the TEFL landscape shifts…

While it might seem like Christmas was just yesterday, it’s that time of year again when we are bombarded with chocolate eggs and eggs-tremely bad puns. Holidays and special occasions…

Summer camps in Japan blend intensive language learning and cultural immersion with unique outdoor adventures. TTA alum Catherine got a Japan summer camp job. Here she tells us all about…

When I moved to Vietnam to teach English, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what to expect. I'd completed my TEFL course, booked my flight, lined up…

Spain is having a moment right now. Government policies, economic factors, and market opportunities are behind Spain’s growing demand for English teachers, and we are here for it.  What better…

Teaching English in the Middle East offers female expats significant professional and personal benefits, including tax-free salaries, strong work-life balance, and high safety standards. In this first-hand account, TEFL teacher…

Has online teaching ever made you feel: Exhausted? Overwhelmed? Anxious?  If you have felt this way, you’re not alone! Even experienced online teachers experience these feelings from time to time.…

Summer camps in Japan blend intensive language learning and cultural immersion with unique outdoor adventures. TTA alum Catherine got a Japan summer camp job. Here she tells us all about…

When I moved to Vietnam to teach English, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what to expect. I'd completed my TEFL course, booked my flight, lined up…

Teaching can look completely different depending on whether you’re teaching one-to-one lessons or teaching a group. Each setting comes with its own rhythm, challenges, and rewards. While individual tutoring delivers…

Has online teaching ever made you feel: Exhausted? Overwhelmed? Anxious?  If you have felt this way, you’re not alone! Even experienced online teachers experience these feelings from time to time.…

Teaching can look completely different depending on whether you’re teaching one-to-one lessons or teaching a group. Each setting comes with its own rhythm, challenges, and rewards. While individual tutoring delivers…

If you’re thinking about changing jobs or careers, you might be wondering how teaching English as a foreign language has helped you grow professionally. Let us introduce you to transferable…

Teaching English in the Middle East offers female expats significant professional and personal benefits, including tax-free salaries, strong work-life balance, and high safety standards. In this first-hand account, TEFL teacher…

Teaching can look completely different depending on whether you’re teaching one-to-one lessons or teaching a group. Each setting comes with its own rhythm, challenges, and rewards. While individual tutoring delivers…

If you’re thinking about changing jobs or careers, you might be wondering how teaching English as a foreign language has helped you grow professionally. Let us introduce you to transferable…

Transitioning into the world of remote ESL instruction requires more than just a laptop and a passion for education; it demands a robust ecosystem of digital tools that travel as…

When I started my TEFL journey, I very quickly discovered the many ways to present new grammar to students who did not speak English fluently. As a new teacher, you…

Entering the TEFL world can be quite confusing. As a TEFL teacher of over five years, I personally experienced the confusion of researching TEFL and signing up for a TEFL…

The TEFL Academy has done it again! For the 7th year in a row, The TEFL Academy has been selected as a GoOverseas Overall Top TEFL Course Provider AND one…

When you’re looking into TEFL certification, you’ll quickly discover that TEFL courses are offered in a variety of formats. Some provide traditional, in-person classes, while others offer their training completely…

Let’s chat. You want to do a TEFL course, but aren’t sure which course to pick, which TEFL course provider to trust, and what to expect.  These are mucho important…