Send this newsletter to my friends | Don't send me newsletters in the future
 This is a special edition of the GoAbroad.com Newsletter featuring Teaching Abroad. You will continue to receive your regular GoAbroad.com newsletter at its regular date. You may also direct any questions or comments to info@goabroad.com. We have made every effort to provide a quality resource for students around the world. We depend upon your feedback and guidance. Thank you for your support! |
|
TeachAbroad.com is a directory that provides a diverse selection of teaching positions around the world. It is a valuable resource that contains hundreds of teaching programs, services, advice and content. |
Is teaching abroad for me?
If you have the passion to teach and are open to new cultures, teaching abroad is for you. There are teaching positions in all disciplines and languages around the world and you will surely find one that suits your interests and qualifications. For native speakers of English, majority of teaching positions available on the web are for native English speakers who will teach English as a foreign language.
Are there placement services?
There are placement services which can be a valuable resource for your teaching job search and placement. Organizations that offer placement services charge a fee which cover things like actual referrals to your prospective employers and professional advice, as well as airport pickup, orientation and a contact in the community. This may seem peculiar that such services are available when there is a high demand for teachers abroad, but some people may find it difficult to actually find the right or reputable school in their country of choice.
Is it necessary that I speak the language of the country where I will teach?
No. Some schools do appreciate it if you know the native language, if for no other reason than to be able to handle yourself more comfortably in the environment. Few people who are interested to teach abroad speak the local language before they go. It is more advantageous for you to know some basic local language phrases of the country where you will teach but it is certainly not necessary at all to be fluent. Furthermore, many schools offer language classes and social activities to help familiarize their teachers with the local culture. Having a little background of the local language will give you an edge why certain diction, grammatical and pronunciation problems seem to be hard to beat up. It will also help you determine what topics of discussion that will be of interest to your students even if you may not know enough of the language but it could be a good English conversation starter in the classroom.
Do I need a degree?
The qualifications required by employers vary widely depending upon the demand and availability of teachers and work visa requirement in your country of interest. Majority of full time positions require a Bachelors Degree, though not necessarily in education. Some English teaching programs for English native speakers do not require a college degree. |
Do I need a TEFL Certificate?
The requirements for employment vary widely. You can be sure that any certificate will help you develop your skills and prepare for the classroom experience. A TEFL certificate is a must if you are serious and want to be a better teacher. While native speakers are often preferred for English teaching positions, a non-native speaker with a TEFL certificate may also qualify. Most certificate programs also assist with job placement.
What are the differences between TESOL, TEFL, EFL, TESL, and ESL?
TESOL, TEFL, and TESL are teacher-centred terms that pertain to teaching English. ESL and EFL are student-centered terms. TESOL is more commonly used in the US and TEFL in the UK. The terms Foreign and Second language are often perceived to mean the same. Some define EFL and TEFL as studying or teaching English to a non-English speaking region, for example, teaching English in Korea. ESL and TESL on the other hand means studying or teaching English to people who have migrated from a non-English speaking country to an English-speaking country, for example, teaching English to Koreans who are in the US.
What Countries can I Teach ESL in?
There is a demand for English teachers in virtually every non-English speaking country in the world. You should consider why you are teaching and base your destination upon those objectives.
Countries like Japan, Taiwan, S. Korea and other countries in Asia have all become economic giants. Their booming economics bring more internationalization and the increasing need for English teachers. As a result, there is a huge demand for English instructors throughout Asia.
More...
|
Your Best Bets for TEFL Courses
With 4 weeks top quality, practical training at Oxford TEFL, accredited
by Trinity College London, you will get a Certificate in TEFL (Teaching
English as a Foreign Language). As a qualified TEFL teacher you will
be able to travel and teach English anywhere in the world, experience
new cultures, learn new languages and improve your students' chances
in life. Hundreds of successful graduates teaching English around the
world are our best guarantee.
Apply
for CertTESOL course
Complete our 4
week Trinity Cert. TESOL course in Prague, Barcelona
or Cadiz and find a job teaching English anywhere in the world.
Have a look at some example
testimonials from our graduates working
in Barcelona, Thailand, Poland, the UK, Madrid, Germany, the USA, Cambodia,
Prague, etc…
A Trinity validated TEFL Certificate is recognised throughout the profession.
Our course provides you with a headstart in an exciting new career as
an English Language Teacher and is designed to give you the skills to
enjoy teaching and teach effectively while you travel, experience new
cultures and learn new languages.
Our careers officers will help you to capitalise on your Trinity Certificate
with advice on job prospects for teaching English in Barcelona, teaching
English in Prague and teaching English worldwide. They will advise and
support you in securing your first TEFL
job.
Become TEFL certified and begin teaching English abroad! TEFL Worldwide
is a highly reputable British & American school offering a 4-week
internationally recognized TEFL certificate course
in the enchanting city of . We provide lifetime job guidance worldwide. The
course comes highly recommended by our graduates. They
are teaching abroad just weeks after graduation.
The staff at TEFL Worldwide has years of experience in EFL training
and ensuring job placement following the course. TEFL graduates have
gone on to teach in Poland, Russia, Spain, China, Japan, The Middle East,
Chile, Argentina, Germany, Turkey, Czech Republic, Brazil and many more
exciting countries.
English language schools worldwide are looking for certified teachers
who have taken a TEFL course that is a minimum of 100 hours long with
at least 6 hours of hands-on teaching experience.
TEFL Worldwide highlights:
- Internationally recognized 124 hour course
- 8-10 hours
of hands-on teaching experience
- Highly
qualified and experienced EFL professional
trainers
- Student housing arranged
during the course
- Housing and Visa Guidance for those Staying in Prague
- Low cost of living in Prague
Train in the heart of Europe. TEFL Worldwide is dedicated
to working with you on finding an exciting teaching
position abroad.
EBC offers the 4-week TEFL International TESOL Certificate course. At the end of the course you will get one of the best known, internationally recognised English teaching certificates in the world. The EBC course is hands-on, practical and features 8 hours of observed teaching practice with non-English speakers. EBC courses are externally validated and moderated by the BOAA (Board of Academic Advisors). EBC operates a full service training and lifetime support programme that includes job placement, accommodation, lifetime job help and much more. Our teaching staff and support staff have many years of TEFL experience and invaluable local knowledge to help you get to know the city from the ground up. EBC is much more than just another training organisation, it's also a support network that starts from the moment that you contact us. EBC is now offering Complimentary teacher training material. Register for any of our 4 - week courses and receive
- A Complimentary e-book - Introduction to TEFL
- A Complimentary e-book - Practical Guide to Teaching Business English
- A Complimentary English Grammar distance-learning course
EBC graduates are always in demand, we know, because local language schools are constantly calling us for more new teachers.
|
|
Your Best Bets for Global Teacher Placement
EFL Training and Paid Internships - Madrid Spain BEST's EFL internships are open to both certified teachers who would like an international European experience and those who are inexperienced but eager to try teaching. We guarantee you a spot, even if you have no experience in the field or are not a native English speaker. This program narrows the gap between the practical and theoretical aspects of teaching. You will have a training course and the chance to shadow a professional in a Madrid-based, top-notch language school to learn those daunting aspects of classroom management, material development and cultural or phonetic idiosyncrasies rarely ever addressed.
Like all BEST's programs, candidates begin with an intensive Spanish course to help adapt to Spain, followed by an internship with in-class shadowing and workshops on EFL teaching methodology for adults, children and in-company business English. After this initial training period you are evaluated to go into a salaried teaching post. During the training session(s) you will receive a daily stipend for your expenses while getting to know the world of AlmodÓvar, Joaquín Cortés, Sara Bara, Plácido Domingo, Penélope Cruz, Antonio Banderas, García Lorca, Dalí, Real Madrid, Goya, Picasso and Velázquez.
Want to travel, but don't know how to afford it? Need a break or can't find a job you feel passionate about? Join Cultural Embrace's Teach Abroad program for a safe, meaningful and affordable travel experience. We pre-arrange and negotiate the best compensation and benefits package for your teach placement prior to your departure. Classroom experience and foreign language knowledge helpful, but not required for most positions. Current paid placements are located in Chile, China, Eastern Europe, Honduras, Mexico, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. Non-monetary placements (in exchange for room and board) are available throughout Africa, India, Latin America, and Spain. Visit us online, or email us, or give us a call at 1.866.282.8511 (US/Canada toll-free).
A sample of just one of our destinations – Teach in Latin America includes:
- Guaranteed teach position prior to departure (ie: Mexico, Honduras, Chile, Peru, etc)
- Negotiated compensation for your teaching services (ie: salary, room, board, airfare reimbursement, cultural classes, etc)
- Housing Assistance
- Visa Assistance
- On-line TEFL preparatory course with private tutor
- Airport pick-up & transfer with orientation
- Medical Insurance
- 24/7 pre-departure and local support
- Low program fee
Change your life and teach the world! EF English First has year-round teaching jobs in China, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Russia. As the Beijing 2008 Games Language Training Services Supplier, we have especially high demand for teachers in Beijing. Whether you are just getting into TEFL, looking for your second placement or planning to progress your career; EF has a TEFL job to suit you – our network of over 200 English language schools offers its teachers:
- An excellent salary
- Complimentary flights
- Complimentary accommodation (or an allowance in Beijing, Shanghai & Guangzhou)
- Complimentary health insurance
- Professional development
EF’s Subsidised Training Programme is specifically designed for unqualified or inexperienced candidates interested in a year or career teaching English. All participants are guaranteed job placement from a choice of locations in China, Indonesia, Russia or Saudi Arabia having successfully completed initial teacher training courses. These courses are offered in multiple locations through EF English First and candidates committing to working with EF will receive some funding to support them in the training period. For more information about working with EF English First or applying for our Subsidised Training Programme please visit our website or contact the recruitment team +44 161 256 1400
|
|
|
|
Best Countries for ESL teaching positions?
- Highest demand: Korea, China, Taiwan
- Highest Pay: Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Saudi
Arabia
- Cool Places where you can live big but spare little: China, Indonesia, Costa
Rica, Mexico
- Other cool spots with plenty of openings: Turkey, Brazil, Thailand
Taiwan
Korea
China
Thailand
Spain
Mexico
Student Universe is the online travel service that specializes in Student Airfares to study abroad destinations and programs around the world. Student Universe has contracts with more than two dozen airlines providing the lowest fares - for students and faculty only - on the flights you need to Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Once you confirm your program's dates, and destination airport pick-up times, visit StudentUniverse to select the flights - from most cities in the US and Canada - to get you there in time. Take an additional 30 USD off your international Student Airfare by entering SA1207 in the promotion code box during your purchase (if you're traveling within the US use “gasurvey” and take 10 USD off). .
|
|
