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What I Wish I’d Known Before Teaching English Online (7 Essential Lessons)

TL; DR 7 Things I wish I'd known before teaching English online Expect an initial awkwardness: Transitioning to online teaching feels unfamiliar at first because of webcams, audio delays, and tech glitches, but confidence naturally grows within a few weeks.…

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These days Brits are leaving the UK, even though they’re still in their 20s - younger than ever before. And it’s happening in record numbers. To get to the bottom…

The Great British Take-Off: Why Gen Z Are Leaving the UK Earlier Than Ever In 2026

8th August 2026

When I first started researching TEFL courses, I assumed they were all basically the same. A TEFL course is a TEFL course, right? Aren’t they all the same? Wrong... Within…

Why I Chose An Internationally Recognised & Accredited TEFL Course (And Why It Matters)

4th August 2026

A corporate redundancy isn't the end of your career. It's often the push you need to build something local. Here is how I transferred 15+ years of global PR experience…

From C-Suite To Classroom: My TEFL Journey Teaching Business English In Germany

21st July 2026

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…

A Typical Day In The Life Of A TEFL Teacher At A Summer Camp In Japan

14th July 2026

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…

What I Wish I’d Known Before Moving To Vietnam To Teach English

13th July 2026

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…

Can Non-EU Residents Teach In Spain?

29th June 2026

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…

Living And Teaching In The Middle East As A Woman

19th June 2026

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 Great Gen Z Homecoming: Why Young South Africans Are Returning Home In 2026

11th June 2026

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