Can I get a job teaching in Japan if I don’t have a college degree?
With college tuition costs soaring worldwide, many people don’t have the time (or money) to earn a college or university degree. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean your lack of a degree is an automatic barrier to teaching English abroad. In fact, we wrote a blog post listing countries that don’t require a degree to teach […]
Can I teach English abroad for the summer?
Remember how awesome summer was when you were a kid? Freed from the everyday grind of school, months of complete freedom lay before you. Every day was a chance to do something new, to have an adventure, to make new friends and create memories that would last a lifetime. If you’re like most of us, […]
Will having a criminal record stop me from teaching abroad?
Wondering whether a conviction is a barrier to teaching abroad? Keep reading to find out! Can I teach English abroad with a criminal record? No one is perfect. In fact, as humans, we’re all fundamentally flawed. We all make mistakes. If you’re reading this, it’s likely you made a mistake in the past that has, […]
Can I teach English abroad with an associate’s degree?
Almost 700,000 people graduate with an associate’s degree, a two-year degree awarded at many junior and community colleges across the States, every single year. (Note: The Canadian and UK equivalent to a US associate’s degree are two-year diploma programs, offered at a variety of post-secondary education institutions.) There are so many great reasons to earn […]
How to get a teaching job on a military base overseas
If you’re a US citizen currently researching the best teaching jobs overseas for certified teachers (and feeling a little overwhelmed by all the options), you may have come across opportunities to teach abroad (and even stateside) on a military base. It also happens to be the perfect job opportunity for military spouses who hold a US […]
Teaching English in Japan: What are the requirements?
Japan is one of the most popular destinations for those looking to teach English abroad. It’s not hard to see why. From the bright lights of Tokyo to the temples of Kyoto, the country is that perfect combination of being vastly different than what you are used to while also being technologically advanced, politically stable […]
How to find a job teaching English abroad while you’re still in college
If you’ve spent any time looking through ESL job boards you’ll have seen that there is literally a world of opportunity for English teachers with degrees. But, what about wannabe ESL teachers who are still studying, or are just about to head off on a gap year? Can you teach English abroad before you graduate? […]
5 Requirements For Teaching English in South Korea
South Korea is colloquially referred to as the Land of the Morning Calm, but for the millions of people who live, work and teach English there, it is the land of Korean BBQ, K-pop, and stunning natural beauty. Where else can you explore a secluded Buddhist monastery in the hills and 20 minutes later, be […]
Do I need to speak Mandarin to teach English in China?
It can seem like a daunting experience to travel overseas to work in a country where you don’t know the native language. But don’t let the fear of not being able to speak Mandarin keep you from teaching English in China. Do I need to learn Chinese to teach English in China? The short answer […]
What you need to know about teaching English abroad with student loans
Graduation is an equally exciting and intimidating time in your young adult life. As the colossal build-up to your graduation ceremony rolls around, you’re constantly faced with the tough question: “So, what are you planning on doing with your life after you graduate?” Trust us – you’ll hear this a million and one times! Some […]