When you start learning about TEFL, you’ll hear words like “pedagogy” and “methodology.” Heck, I use them on this site because they are important aspects of TEFL teaching. These words might seem confusing at first. I mean, methodology was fairly straightforward for me, but pedagogy was a complete mystery when I first heard it. But … Read More “Pedagogy vs Methodology in TEFL – TEFL 101 for New Teachers” »
Month: May 2025
I hinted earlier at some potential TEFL employer red flags with employers with promises of more details later. I try to be a man of my word. Remember, hiring processes are both a chance for you to sell yourself to the employer. It’s also a chance for the employer to sell themselves to you. And … Read More “TEFL Employer Red Flags – What New Teachers Should Watch For” »
So, all of the esoterica didn’t scare you off, eh? Or maybe you haven’t read it yet. I know it wouldn’t have dissuaded me from wanting to go abroad, so I suspect you might be the same. So how do you find your first job as a TEFL teacher? Well, it’s not that different from … Read More “How to Find Your First TEFL Job – TEFL 101 for New Teachers” »
I talked earlier about what TEFL is. I also pointed out some of the benefits of getting certified. But how do you go about choose the right TEFL course? That’s potentially a problem, because it’s kind of the Wild West out there. What do I mean by that? I mean that there are all kind … Read More “How to Choose a TEFL Course (Without Getting Scammed)” »
Ever wondered how people end up teaching English all over the globe? Maybe you’re itching for a career change or just want a job that lets you travel and work at the same time. That’s why I first became a TEFL teacher. It’s not why I’ve stayed a TEFL teacher for over 20 years, but … Read More “What Is TEFL? – TEFL 101 for New Teachers” »
Should you get TEFL certified? I am. Now. When I first started working as a TEFL teacher, I didn’t have any TEFL certification. Heck, I had no special education or training at all. The only thing I had was a B.A. in History, and while I did eventually get a TEFL certification, I’ve parleyed that … Read More “Should You Get TEFL Certified? – TEFL 101 for New Teachers” »