Six Questions to Ask Before Signing a TEFL Contract

Six Questions to Ask Before Signing a TEFL Contract

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Before you sign your name on the dotted line, ask a few better-safe-than-sorry questions.
The 11 Best Things About TEFL

The 11 Best Things About TEFL

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Teaching English certainly isn’t the easiest job in the world.
How to Find a TEFL Job in Japan

How to Find a TEFL Job in Japan

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An experienced TEFL teacher in Japan explains how he landed his dream job.
The TEFL Challenge

The TEFL Challenge

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The truth about teaching English as a second language.
TEFL Schedule

TEFL Schedule

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The average day in the life of a TEFL teacher.

Why I Decided to Intern in Brazil

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Asking "why" is the most important question before starting an internship abroad.

Korean as a Second Language

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Being unable to speak Korean has taught Allison that a language barrier can have some surprising effects—both negative and positive.

A Lesson in Korean Stereotypes

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During her first month teaching ESL, Allison finds her first major challenge unexpected.

Saying Goodbye to the Comforts of Home

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A Canadian ESL teacher reflects on life at home while preparing for her big move to Korea.
The Pearl of the Gulf: TESL in Bahrain

The Pearl of the Gulf: TESL in Bahrain

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How to teach English as a Second Language in the Middle East.
Teaching Abroad: How to Choose a Credible Recruiter

Teaching Abroad: How to Choose a Credible Recruiter

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Take the guess-work out of finding the right overseas teaching position with a good recruiting agency.
Changing Times for English Teachers in Thailand

Changing Times for English Teachers in Thailand

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The latest information for this popular TEFL destination.
TEFL in Thailand

TEFL in Thailand

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Web Exclusive: Susan Griffith catches up with the constantly changing TEFL scene in Thailand
Teach English in Argentina and Chile: Resources

Teach English in Argentina and Chile: Resources

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Some resources to get you started teaching English in Argentina and Chile.

Secret Agent: Present Continuous

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Veteran English teacher Troy Nahumko launches a four-part series of TEFL Reality Talks with a few tips to help you dodge the fiasco factor.
Teach to Travel

Teach to Travel

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Teaching English is a great way to see the world—and get paid for it.
How to Teach an Impromptu ESL Class

How to Teach an Impromptu ESL Class

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Helpful hints on how to cope when you find yourself unexpectedly standing in front of a class that doesn't speak your language, but wants to.
The Goods on Teaching English in Europe

The Goods on Teaching English in Europe

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Europe may be the School of Hard Knocks for ESL teachers, but Troy Nahumko has some tricks to ease the trade.

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