Teacher talks: Teaching ESL to kids vs. adults
Dave Stewart is a former ESL teacher who currently works as a Placement Coordinator for the Explore Program in China. He has oodles of teaching experience and has spent three and a half years in South Korea teaching children, followed by a year teaching adults in China. He’s in a unique position to discuss the […]
How much money can you make teaching English in Thailand?
While money isn’t everything when it comes to teaching in Thailand, it is key to helping you fund your travels and a better lifestyle…as well as saving up money or paying off debt (if those happen to be your financial goals!) So it’s no surprise that English teaching salaries in Thailand continue to be a […]
How much can you save as an English teacher in Japan?
Teaching English in Japan has one of the most attractive salaries for ESL teachers while still giving you heaps of opportunities to save and travel. The cost of living can vary depending on where you live but the salary offered will more than cover any expenses you might have. And that’s without even considering the […]
12 companies in China that are hiring English teachers like crazy
Do you suffer from wanderlust? Is your travel bucket list 10 feet long? Have you decided that this is the year you’re going to teach English in China? Then we’ve got good news for you – with a massive population eager to learn English, China is the perfect destination for new grads across all majors, […]
3 ways to live rent-free while teaching English abroad
One of the biggest questions you will have when you find an ESL job overseas is “Where am I going to live?” Finding an apartment or house in a foreign country will probably seem intimidating at first, especially if you don’t speak the local language and don’t know which neighborhoods you are likely to enjoy […]
How to Land an English Teaching Job in Japan
Lusting after a well-paid English teaching job in the Land of the Rising Sun? You’re in luck! Japan has long been a prolific employer of overseas English teachers, and that’s not about to change any time soon. Not only is English taught as a compulsary subject in the Japanese public school system, but enrollment in […]
How much money can you make teaching in Japan?
Moving abroad to teach English can be a scary thought. After all, it takes an adventurous person (and an open mind) to move from one country to another (and from one culture to another). If you’re looking for a teach abroad destination that packs a whole lot of appeal for expats, look no further than […]
Your guide to teaching English in Japan for the summer
Spending a summer teaching abroad is a dream shared by many college students. Aside from a welcome dose of sunshine and some extra cash in your pocket, it can help you learn a new language, expose you to new cultures, facilitate travel and help you grow as a person. And there’s no better place to […]
What’s the average salary for a teacher in China?
So, you’re thinking about teaching in China? Great! For the young and uncommitted fresh (or not-so-fresh) graduate , China offers thousands of teaching opportunities to finance a grand travel adventure or even pay off that dreaded student debt. All you need is that undergrad degree + native-level English skills + TEFL certificate and you’re good […]
7 best teach abroad programs for recent college graduates
As the exhilaration of finally graduating fades, you’re going to be faced with some significant decisions. For many graduates, the post-university months can be pretty terrifying. You’ve literally no clue what to do – and if you have to move back home while you figure it out – your parents’ house may feel smaller than […]