The TEFL Academy Blog

The past simple tense often seems straightforward — until pronunciation and irregular forms complicate things. This post simplifies those hurdles, laying out clear rules, meaningful practice ideas, and engaging classroom…

Lesson prep in South Korea isn’t one-size-fits-all. It depends on your school type, experience level, and available resources. Whether you're working in a public school or a private academy (hagwon),…

Ever walked into a classroom of sulky teenagers on a Monday morning, then switched to teaching motivated business professionals that same afternoon? If you have, you know the whiplash is…

You’ve made the leap and started your very own teaching online business. No more clocking in, micromanagement, or scrambling for bookings. You’re freeeee!  But before you get too comfortable, here’s…

Teaching private ESL lessons can be both exciting and rewarding, but it often comes with one big challenge: building up the right English teaching resources.  Unlike teaching in a school…

If you've been thinking about teaching English in South Korea, you'll know (from all of your research!) that conversation classes are a staple of the South Korean ESL scene.  These…

Teaching online is ridiculously popular. We bet you probably know at least one person doing it right now. Some think it’s easy: just log in, chat, and log out.  Sure,…

When it comes to teaching English online, a cluttered desk and poor lighting send all the wrong signals — like you’re unprepared or not taking your lessons seriously. That’s why…