8 ways to make new connections while teaching abroad
One of the most intimidating parts of teaching abroad is the thought of going it alone. Even if you’re an extrovert, striking out on your own is scary and the thought that you don’t know who’ll you’ll be celebrating your next birthday with or even simply hanging out with on the weekends can feel downright […]
Salaries, bonuses and negotiations: getting paid to teach overseas
Money might not be the main motivator that inspires people to teach abroad, but one thing’s for sure—if you’re setting off on the adventure of a lifetime you’ll want to make sure you’ve got enough yen, euros or dirhams in your pocket to enjoy it. But at the same time, you’ve probably heard stories of […]
The truth about finding a teach abroad job in Europe
Who wouldn’t want to teach in Europe? It’s a continent of dazzling culture, fascinating history, beautiful landscapes, and some of the world’s most delicious food (Bonjour to pizza, tapas, and croissants ) Often you’ll find a captivating mix of all these elements in one country, before you even begin thinking about the multitude of travel […]
What you need to know about in-person interview sessions
It may come as a surprise, but not all international schools hire off of a Skype interview. Some schools are very particular about meeting teachers in-person before making a job offer. Throughout the year, our partners will hold interview sessions in major cities across the world to find the top talent for their schools. Teach […]
How to stay connected with family and friends while teaching in China
If you’ve taken a glance at our job board lately you’ll have noticed there are a ton of teach abroad jobs in China. This country has so much to offer teachers at any stage of their career including fascinating culture and language, competitive pay, great benefits, and a huge range of teaching positions. However, if […]
How to craft a strong resume and cover letter to teach abroad
As you already know, creating a positive first impression is key to landing any job, and nabbing a coveted position to teach abroad is no different. However, if you’ve never applied to an international school before, you may have no clue how to impress a potential employer and increase your chances of nabbing a job […]
What’s it like to teach special education abroad?
On any day of the week teaching special education requires a good dose of adaptability, creative thinking and intuition. So, what’s it like when you do it in a different country? What similarities can you expect when you teach special education abroad? The fundamentals of the job will be the same wherever you go. Special […]
How to increase your chances of landing your English teach abroad job
Around the world, there’s a sky-high and ever-growing demand for English teachers to work at local schools. After all, English is seen as the global language of business, with one in four people able to speak or understand it worldwide. The usefulness of knowing English is pushing more people to learn—from young professionals to parents […]
Teaching English to Young Learners in Japan
Ah, Japan. From carving up fresh-fallen powder in Honshu to dining on mind-blowing Nigiri, Sashimi, and Maki (I mean, it’s a sushi lover’s Mecca), Japan is a country rich in incredibly beautiful cultural anomalies and unique opportunities. Perhaps, what’s most exciting to the Teach Away team are the opportunities to teach English abroad in Japan […]
How to get a TEFL certification while still in school
A TEFL certificate is increasingly becoming a must-have for anyone who wants to teach abroad. Country regulations are changing and schools are upping their requirements as the applications continue to flood in. But here’s the good news: earning a TEFL certificate can be completed over your summer break! You may not have realized but you […]