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TEFL Uncovered: Do I Need to Speak the Local Language?

The answer to that is a definite ‘No’. And a bit of a ‘Yes’ too! Tricky eh? As an English teacher working in a TEFL classroom, you don’t need to know a single word of the local language. In fact, … Continue reading

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How to Get Overseas and Start Your TESOL Adventure

    When you first start thinking about heading off to teach English overseas it can seem like a huge and daunting task. But if you break it down into simple steps, it’s much, much easier. So what follows is … Continue reading

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Can I get great jobs without a CELTA course?

Yes, as long as you have an EDI CertTEFL. Let’s not beat about the bush, there are some TEFL jobs that require a CELTA level course. And they’re usually the best paid TEFL jobs in the top destinations like Saudi … Continue reading

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Even More Helpful Tips About Teaching English in China – Part 2!

If you’re thinking about teaching English in China, you’re going to find these things we’ve learnt along the way quite helpful. Your friends here at i-to-i TEFL are always looking out for you! • China is a communist country. Be … Continue reading

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Start Your TEFL Job in China with Confidence! Top Tips for Everyday Life in China

If you’re thinking about teaching English in China, you’re going to find these things we’ve learnt along the way quite helpful. Your friends here at i-to-i TEFL are always looking out for you! • In China some people smile when … Continue reading

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10 Things NOT to do While Teaching English Abroad – Part 2

Here’s part two of our list of the top 10 things not to do when you teach English overseas. Read them. Remember them. And you’ll already be a better TEFL teacher than many people who are currently teaching English abroad. … Continue reading

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10 Things NOT to do While Teaching English Abroad – Part 1

Hey! Teacher, leave them kids alone… Today’s blog brings you 10 common mistakes that people make when they teach English abroad. Obey these 10 simple rules and you won’t go far wrong… (5 in this blog, 5 more to follow…) … Continue reading

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TEFL Explained: How Long are TEFL Contracts?

So you’ve got your TEFL course and you’re ready to start planning your adventure – but how long are you going to do it for? Well that depends on your contract. They range from 3 months right through to 2 … Continue reading

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Five Things Teaching English Overseas Makes You Worse At

We posted an article a few days back that outlined five things that teaching English overseas makes you better at. We realise now that it was rather unbalanced, so in the name of fairness, we’ve come up with five things … Continue reading

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Five Things Teaching English Abroad Makes You Better At…

It kinda goes without saying that i-to-i TEFL courses will make you a better teacher and make it easier for you to find a TEFL job. But what else will teaching English abroad make you better at? After lots of … Continue reading

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