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From Classroom To Business: Exploring The Teacherpreneur Movement

What is a teacherpreneur? A teacherpreneur is a current or former teacher who works in the field of education but not necessarily in the classroom. A teacherpreneur is also known as an edupreneur. A teachpreneur/edupreneur differs from the traditional entrepreneur…

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Can you freelance as a teacher? Can teachers be freelancers? It may be surprising, but yes, teachers can be freelancers. Many teaching jobs mean being employed by a school, but…

Can I Be A Freelance Teacher?

7th October 2024

Teaching English is a great career choice for those of us who like to live a flexible existence. Even as full-time TEFL teachers we might work mornings and evenings, or…

The Best Side Hustles For Teachers

1st October 2024

You ever heard of a hagwon? Do you know what a hagwon is? South Korea has been one of the most popular destinations for teaching English abroad, and remains so.…

What Is A Hagwon? Unpacking The Secrets Of South Korea’s Popular Learning Centres

26th September 2024

The coronavirus pandemic may have brought remote work to the attention of the wider world, but it’s been a popular option for some occupations for a number of years. Remote…

10+ Job Roles You Can Work Remotely With

31st July 2024

Some of us like to travel. Some of us like to earn money. What if we told you you could do both at the same time?! Yes, friends, working and…

How To Work And Travel: Opportunities, Programs And Destinations

30th July 2024

Time is money. Work smart, not hard. Life’s too short for lesson prep*. *Okay, so maybe we made that one up. We have many sayings in English which remind us…

15 Genius Teaching Tips And Travel Hacks For TEFL Teachers

29th July 2024

Portugal effortlessly blends historical charm with modern conveniences. With great weather, friendly locals and an affordable cost of living, Portugal is an attractive option for foreigners looking for jobs. Portugal…

How To Work In Portugal As A Foreigner

28th July 2024

Germany. Deutschland. Alemania. No matter what you call this country, it’s a great place to live. Expats make up almost 15% of Germany. This is clearly an indication of the…

How To Work In Germany As A Foreigner

26th July 2024

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