TEFL career progression - what does it look like?
Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) gives you the chance to live and work overseas, immerse yourself in an exciting new culture and meet new people. For those who make the leap, it can prove to be a life-changing experience. But it does come with a few questions: can you make a career out of TEFL? ...
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The pros of being a non native TEFL teacher

It’s a question we’re asked over and over again by prospective students: “English is my second language, can I still train to be a TEFL teacher?”  These doubts are understandable in an industry which regularly advertises for “native English teachers”...

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Thinking of doing the DELTA?

The DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is one of the most advanced qualifications in the TEFL world. We sat down for a chat with Joanna, our head tutor, to find out about her experience of doing the DELTA, how it affec...

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Where to go for the best tapas in Barcelona

Summer is coming up which means your annual influx of visitors is about to begin – or at the very least, aquaintances holidaying in Barcelona and looking for restaurant recommendations. If you’re struggling for inspiration when it comes to dinner des...

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What TEFL books should I invest in for the teaching year?

Whether you’re planning to teach in an academy or find private classes, it’s always a good idea to pick up a few TEFL books. There are lots of great resources on the internet but it can be time-consuming to comb through lots of websites putting toget...

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TEFL Tips: Planning Private Classes for Young Learners

There is a huge market for private English classes for young learners out there, but the idea of teaching a young learner in a one to one setting can feel challenging, especially for new teachers, as most TEFL courses focus on adult learners. Teachin...

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Tips for teaching business classes

The idea of teaching business English is intimidating for lots of TEFL teachers. It’s a common misconception that business English classes are more challenging to teach than general English if you don’t have a business background. However, teaching b...