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The Lowdown on Teaching English Abroad With a Family - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
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If you do a quick online search for teaching English abroad, it would be easy to assume that it is only an option for young, single people. However, this is far from the truth, as there are countless thousands of people of all ages who are currently teaching abroad with their families. Many parents see it as a great opportunity to provide their children with an international education that is far removed from the one-dimensional option that most of us experience in our home country. Although moving abroad to teach English as a family is a great option for many people, there are obviously several things to consider before jumping on a plane.
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Will I lose touch with family and friends while teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Teaching English abroad is a significant life choice, but it doesn't necessarily mean losing touch with loved ones. While distance can pose challenges, modern technology offers various communication tools, from video calls to instant messaging. Regardless of age or independence, maintaining regular contact with family and friends can alleviate concerns and share experiences. With a bit of effort and the right tools, staying connected is entirely feasible.
Who should be responsible for maintaining contact while teaching overseas?
How important is social media while teaching English abroad?
Should I start a blog while teaching English abroad?
What else can I do to maintain contact with home while teaching English abroad?
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Family Relationship Chart: Family Tree Chart with Family Words - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This chart is great for learning the names of family members in English.
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Where are the members of my family - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a great worksheet to practice members of the family and rooms of a house vocabulary.
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Family Members Pronouns - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a great ESL worksheet to practice the personal pronouns for family members.
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Write about your Family - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a great writing exercise for ESL students to practice speaking about their family.
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The 10 Best Destinations for Teaching English Abroad in 2018 - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
Currently, there are around 1.75 billion people speaking and learning English around the world and researchers say that by 2020 more than two billion people will speak and learn English. This means, now is the perfect time to embark on your adventure of teaching English abroad. Whether you are looking for opportunities in Asia, South America, the Middle East or Europe, qualified English teachers are hired everywhere. Even English-speaking countries have a never-before-seen demand for ESL teachers.
2018 is the perfect year to go and see the world.
10. Teaching English in Taiwan
9. Teaching English in Spain
8. Teaching English in Vietnam
7. Teaching English in Mexico
6. Teaching English in Cambodia
5. Teaching English in the Czech Republic
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The How-To Guide to Prepare for Your Teaching Job Abroad - TEFL Blog
Jen Bunce
Visa and Legal TEFL Information
So, you have been thinking about going abroad and are trying to figure out a way to support yourself while traveling and seeing the world? Teaching English as a second language is certainly a solid financial option for native and non-native English speakers, as well as a career that is high in demand around the world. Anyone that has a love for travel and wants to learn about other cultures, while also helping people, should seriously consider teaching English as it can fulfill all these desires.
1. Choose Your Desired Location
2. Does the Country You Want to Teach in Require a Bachelor's Degree?
3. Research the Hiring Seasons and Contract Lengths of Your Desired Location
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United Family Cultural Exchange - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
United Family Cultural Exchange deals with every aspect of the trip to ensure participants have a pleasant experience in the international program. People, taking part in a program, have vast job opportunities and appropriate salary, which can cover all their living and traveling needs.
Nowadays China is a country of tourists and foreigners working there. So, during your free time, outside the work location, you have extensive opportunities to join a cultural group of foreigners who meet every week to communicate and have fun together.
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How will I find a place to live when I teach English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When embarking on a journey to teach English abroad, a paramount consideration for many teachers, whether novice or seasoned, is securing suitable accommodation that melds comfort with safety. Fortunately, given the precedence of foreign educators in most teaching destinations, there is a well-trodden path to finding housing.
When is accommodation included in a TEFL contract?
What if accommodation is not included in my TEFL contract?
What else can I do to find accommodation?
When securing a TEFL position, a notable perk that frequently accompanies the contract is the provision of accommodation. It is common practice in countries like China, South Korea, and several Middle Eastern nations for schools to offer teachers either free or heavily subsidized housing. Additionally, when... [Read more]
The Simpsons Family Tree Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet to introduce family member vocabulary to your EFL students.
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5 Reasons Why Teaching Abroad is Better Than Studying Abroad - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Budget and Salary TEFL Information
Do you want to live abroad and experience a new culture? Studying abroad is a wonderful opportunity for university students to do just that - but it's not the only way! Many students are eager to head overseas to study at a foreign university because they think if they don't they will miss out and never have another chance of living in a foreign country. This is simply not true. The worldwide demand for qualified English teachers is through the roof giving everyone who wants to teach abroad the opportunity to find a position. Here are 5 reasons why teaching abroad is better than studying abroad.
You Will Make Money
You Will Get International Work Experience
You Will Live Like a Local
You Can Stay as Long as You Want
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Study Abroad Vs. Teaching Abroad What's Better? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you want to live abroad and experience a new culture? Studying abroad and teaching abroad are both excellent ways to do this! But which one of the two options is better for you? Let's find out in this live session! #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Members of the Family EFL Word Search - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun EFL word search with members of the family.
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EFL Word Match Members of the Family - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun EFL worksheet to match members of the family to their related description.
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EFL Members of the Family Crossword Puzzle - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun EFL crossword puzzle with members of the family.
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Members of the Family EFL Word Scramble - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun EFL word scramble with words related to the members of the family.
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Study Abroad vs. Teaching Abroad - What's Better? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hello good morning or good evening good afternoon good good whatever wherever you are hi my name is linda i'm from itt um welcome to another live session this week i'm super excited to be here today um and to talk about this interesting topic and before we jump in as always a short intro um please don't forget to like and subscribe if you are interested in interested in teaching english abroad online all things tefl and t-saul i highly recommend liking and subscribing um we are live on youtube and on facebook at the same time so if you haven't liked our page if you haven't subscribed to our youtube channel yet now is the perfect opportunity you're already here you have nothing to lose and we share a lot of interesting and helpful content every day for people who are teachers people who... [Read more]
Teaching English Italy - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Rome
Language Italian
Currency Euro
Typical TEFL teacher salary 1,000 euro/month
Major TEFL locations Rome Florence Milan Naples Turin Palermo
Of all European countries, Italy has one of the highest demands for English teachers. In larger cities, there are more English teaching jobs than there are certified teachers to fill them. With the help of our lifetime assistance finding jobs, a certified TEFL teacher will be able to find a TEFL job relatively quickly.
We’re dedicated to helping you land the job that’s right for you — in Italy or anywhere else you’d like to work.
Language schools hire teachers year round so you’re likely to find a position anytime of the year. If you’d like to work in primary or secondary schools, the school year starts in... [Read more]
Teaching English Spain - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Madrid
Language Spanish
Currency Euro
Typical TEFL teacher salary 1,000 euro / month
Major TEFL locations Madrid Barcelona Seville
Spain is one of the most popular locations in which to find a job teaching English. This can make for stiff competition amongst job seekers so our course graduates will most certainly benefit from our assistance with finding great employment opportunities.
Many teaching positions are for young learners, but you can also find adult and business English teaching quite easily. There are literally thousands of language schools in the larger cities of Spain. Finding a position teaching English in Spain it is easier while in the country. Schools like to see prospective teachers in the flesh so they can gain an impression of how the... [Read more]
Teaching English China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Beijing
Language Cantonese/Mandarin
Currency Chinese Yuan
Typical TEFL teacher salary 7,000 - 10,000 Yuan monthly (varies widely from region to region)
Major TEFL locations Beijing Shanghai Zhuhai all urban centers
The opportunities for teaching English in China are as huge as the country itself. Year round, there are far more jobs available than there are teachers. Positions teaching English in China are available throughout the country but in order to find the best job for you, you might wish to take advantage of our lifetime jobs assistance.
Any TEFL qualified teachers should be able to teach English in any part of China they choose with a variety of opportunities throughout the country in both state and private sectors. China has developed rapidly over... [Read more]
Teaching English Germany - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Berlin
Language German
Currency Euro
Typical TEFL teacher salary 2,000 euros per month
Major TEFL locations Berlin Hamburg Munich and other major cities
Teaching English in Germany can be much easier than in other EU countries. Demand for teachers is high and when you complete your TEFL certification with ITTT or TEFL International, you will benefit from our lifetime assistance in finding a teaching position – in Germany or in any other country for that matter.
As in many other European countries, teaching business English in Germany is one of the major prospects for English teachers. Germany’s economy is both strong and stable so many large corporations and small companies have the funding for helping their employees develop better English language... [Read more]
Teaching English Greece - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Athens
Language Greek
Currency Euro
Typical TEFL teacher salary 900 euro per month
Major TEFL locations Athens Thessaloniki
Generally speaking, there are openings for teaching English as a foreign language in Greece and an assortment of private language schools need good teachers. With our certificate and subsequent lifetime assistance finding jobs — you can rest assured that if there’s a job on offer in Greece, we’ll help you find it.
Teaching is geared towards younger learners, but there are teaching possibilities in other areas. The salaries in Greece may appear to be low, but in relation to the cost of living, they are more than sufficient. Along with an internationally recognized TEFL certificate, such as that offered by ITTT and TEFL International,... [Read more]
Teaching English Poland - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Warsaw
Language Polish
Currency Zloty
Typical TEFL teacher salary 2,500 zloty / month
Major TEFL locations Warsaw Wroclaw Krakow
Poland is said to have more English teaching opportunities than anywhere else in Europe. Demand in Poland for our certified graduates is as high as it gets in Europe. With the help of our lifetime assistance finding jobs, you’re almost certain to find yourself in a classroom in no time.
Positions teaching English in Poland are available countrywide, in both the state and private sector, in language schools, institutes and inside major corporations. Salaries are high by local standards and you should be able to live comfortably.
Jobs are advertised year round on the many EFL job web sites and with our help, you should find work... [Read more]
Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Overseas
Your journey starts here. A career in teaching English abroad is achievable for anyone who has a good knowledge and use of English in addition to a TEFL or TESOL qualification. Before you start your training it is important that you have some knowledge of what teaching English abroad entails and what options are available for you to get there. Here we will look at those options and the requirements needed to achieve them.
First and foremost you should choose a course which suits the type of work you hope to undertake and is recognized in the country or countries you hope to teach. All ITTT courses are suitable for teaching English overseas in a variety of settings. The typical minimum qualification requirement for employment is a course covering 100-120 hours of study. This can be done... [Read more]
Teaching English Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Bangkok
Language Thai
Currency Baht
Typical TEFL teacher salary 30-35,000 baht/month (40-45,000 in and around Bangkok)
Major TEFL locations Bangkok Chiang Mai Phuket Hat Yai
There are literally hundreds of job opportunities for teaching English in Thailand right now — especially in Bangkok and the countryside, where there are far more jobs than there are teachers to fill them. With the help of our lifetime assistance finding employment, we’ll not only help you find a job, we’ll help you find a job that’s right for you.
Throughout Thailand, a qualified TEFL teacher will have no problems securing a job. In most other parts of the country, the prospects are strong as well. All state schools aim to employ at least one native English language teacher so the... [Read more]
Teaching English Vietnam - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Hanoi
Language Vietnamese
Currency Vietnamese Dong
Typical TEFL teacher salary US$ 15 per hour
Major TEFL locations Ho Chi Minh City Hanoi
Following a rather turbulent 20th century, Vietnam has stabilized and seen an influx of foreign companies and investments over the past several years. Due to this boost in international involvement, the demand for English has taken off. With the help of our lifetime assistance finding jobs, we’ll lay the ground work for finding employment and also help you along a direct
path to finding a great job.
Well-paid employment is plentiful, especially in the business metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), the eastern sea port city of Ga Nang, and the capital, Hanoi. TEFL qualified English teachers shouldn't have... [Read more]
Teaching English Japan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Tokyo
Language Japanese
Currency Yen
Typical TEFL teacher salary 250,000 – 300,000 yen / month
Major TEFL locations Tokyo Yokohama Osaka Sapporo Kyoto Sendai
Opportunities for teaching English in Japan are excellent for anyone who holds internationally accredited and recognized TEFL/TESOL certificates such as those offered by ITTT and TEFL International. In Tokyo and other cities, there are usually more English teaching positions than there are teachers, while all over Japan employment prospects remain favorable. With the help of our lifetime assistance finding jobs, the chances of getting hired as a TEFL teacher in Japan are terrific.
Teachers are highly respected throughout Japanese society, and students are generally highly motivated and willing to learn.... [Read more]
10 Amazing Music Festivals Around The World - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
Teaching English abroad isn't all about working - it's mostly about fun and exploring the world! Here are 10 amazing music festivals around the world you must check out when teaching English abroad.
COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL (USA)
MEADOWS IN THE MOUNTAINS (BULGARIA)
MAWAZINE (MOROCCO)
BAHIDORÃ (MEXICO)
SUNBURN FESTIVAL (INDIA)
FIB BENICASSIM (SPAIN)
FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL (JAPAN)
SUMMERFEST
DONAUINSELFEST
SZIGET
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Teaching English Czech Republic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
Capital city Prague
Language Czech
Currency Koruna (Crown)
Typical TEFL teacher salary 22,000 koruna/month
Major TEFL locations Prague Brno nationwide
The Czech Republic is probably the most popular country in the region for teaching English. Jobs teaching English in the Czech Republic are quite easy to obtain, and even easier with the benefit of our lifetime job placement assistance.
Salaries, while not being of a high level in international terms, offer a comfortable lifestyle. Any teacher with an internationally accredited TEFL certificate from ITTT or TEFL International should have little problem in finding a position teaching English in the Czech Republic for a very comfortable salary.
The hiring season is year-round in the Czech Republic, especially in Prague. Most... [Read more]