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Graduate Interview: Jayson Teaching in Thailand
Graduate Interview: Jayson Teaching in Thailand In this interview, we've had a chat with Jayson from the Philippines, who is currently teaching in Thailand. He's shared his journey of adapting to life as a teacher in Thailand, along with valuable tips for building a successful ESL teaching career. Thailand has long been a popular destination for ESL teachers, offering unique cultural experiences, welcoming communities, and countless teaching opportunities. Whether you’re new to [...]
Top Free Resources for ESL Teaching
Top Free Resources for ESL Teaching Whether you’re new to teaching or a seasoned pro looking to spice up your lessons, finding the right resources can sometimes feel overwhelming. Luckily, there’s a wealth of free options available to help you plan, create, and deliver engaging ESL lessons. From planning engaging activities and creating worksheets to finding examples for tricky grammar points, lesson planning requires creativity, time, and effort. For many teachers, juggling [...]
Teacher interviews:
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Teaching English in South Korea: My Cultural Adventure Overseas
Teaching English in South Korea: My Cultural Adventure Overseas Hi there! I'm Cedric, and I would like to share [...]
Teaching English in Indonesia: My Life-changing Adventure Abroad
Teaching English in Indonesia: My Life-changing Adventure Abroad Learn how I followed my dream and set out on a [...]
Graduate Interview: Yosra Lahouar from Tunisia
Meet Yosra - Career tips from a dedicated English teacher in Tunisia In this article, we've had a chat [...]
Graduate Interview: Altynai Karimova from Kyrgyzstan
Meet Altynai - English Teacher from Kyrgyzstan In this article, we've had the pleasure to chat with Altynai Karimova, [...]
Teaching around the world:
Read stories, guides, and news about teaching English in destinations around the world.
Employment tips:
We regularly post articles to help you find employment and steer your teaching career to success.
Top 5 Reasons to Consider Online Teaching
Top 5 Reasons to Consider Online Teaching With the growing popularity and accessibility of online education in recent years, English teachers now possess more [...]
Buxibans – Cram School Teaching in Taiwan
Buxibans - Cram School Teaching in Taiwan "Buxibans" are one of the most popular options for new teachers launching their careers in Taiwan, but [...]
Common Challenges Faced by ESL Students: How to help your students succeed in the classroom
Common Challenges Faced by ESL Students: How to help your students succeed in the classroom Pursuing a career as a certified TESOL/TEFL teacher can [...]
Hagwons – Teaching English in South Korea
Hagwons - Teaching English in South Korea Hagwons, also known as after-school private learning academies, are a popular form of employment for many teachers [...]
Teaching tips:
Discover tips and advice that could help you while teaching English, whether you’re an online tutor or a classroom-based teacher.