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The big question every future TEFL teacher asks Can an online course really qualify me to teach English abroad or online? The answer is yes! Many online TEFL courses are…

If you're thinking about teaching English in Japan, you should be looking into the JET Programme. Sithembiso is a South African currently living and teaching English in Japan. 2025 is his…

Picture this: you’re sipping a café con leche in a Barcelona cafe, firing off work emails, and then practising your Spanish with the barista - all in the same morning.…

Want to be a TEFL teacher and change your life and those of your students? First things first, you’ve got to get your visa sorted!  If you’re planning to teach…

What if your next adventure took you from braais and biltong to bibimbap and karaoke? Imagine trading minibus taxis for high-speed trains, or swapping weekend safaris for hikes up South…

 There are two doors: one opens up to rice paddies and the crow of a rooster at dawn, the other to street food stalls and rush-hour scooters. Which one would…

With the plethora of online platforms offering English language lessons to learners, and teaching positions to English teachers and tutors, it is difficult to know which online teaching companies are…

Teaching English to teenagers can feel like you're performing for the world's toughest audience. They're in that awkward in-between stage: not quite kids, but not fully-fledged adults either.  With teenage…

What if your next adventure took you from braais and biltong to bibimbap and karaoke? Imagine trading minibus taxis for high-speed trains, or swapping weekend safaris for hikes up South…

 There are two doors: one opens up to rice paddies and the crow of a rooster at dawn, the other to street food stalls and rush-hour scooters. Which one would…

Teaching English to teenagers can feel like you're performing for the world's toughest audience. They're in that awkward in-between stage: not quite kids, but not fully-fledged adults either.  With teenage…

Teaching English online is part of the work-from-home movement. For many, it’s the dream — flexible hours, no commute, and the freedom to design your own workspace.  But for others…

Teaching English to teenagers can feel like you're performing for the world's toughest audience. They're in that awkward in-between stage: not quite kids, but not fully-fledged adults either.  With teenage…

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…

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…

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…

The big question every future TEFL teacher asks Can an online course really qualify me to teach English abroad or online? The answer is yes! Many online TEFL courses are…

With some job listings stating that no TEFL qualification is required, it’s easy to fall into the trap of wondering: Is a TEFL necessary? Or is a TEFL qualification a…

Looking for tips for teaching Business English? Look no further! The thought of teaching Business English is enough to strike fear into the hearts of even the most experienced English…

In short, YES! Teaching English is more than a career option. It's your gateway to the world. Going nowhere slowly in your job? Get TEFL-certified and change course! Want to…