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How much can I earn teaching English in Malaysia? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Located in the heart of the tropics, Malaysia is a rapidly developing country that has a diverse culture, great food, and plenty of ESL jobs for those with experience. However, as there is no shortage of local English language teachers, the competition for many available positions can be strong.
Malaysia cannot compete with other Asian countries such as China, Japan, and South Korea when it comes to salaries as the monthly average income is only around $1,000. However, the cost of living is relatively low in comparison to some other parts of the region, which means this figure can spread quite far if you live within your means. The big bonus is that many jobs include free accommodation or a housing subsidy which removes the biggest monthly expense from your budget. It is common... [Read more]
Are public or private schools better for teaching English in South Korea? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Most foreign ESL teachers working in South Korea are employed by government run public schools or private language academies known as hagwons. Both of these employers typically offer a good salary and a range of extra benefits, but there are some differences between the two that might lead you to choose one over the other.
Both types of employers hire the majority of their teachers in advance from within their own country. Public school recruitment follows a set timetable that has two start dates each year. Applications for the start date in August/September need to be filed online beginning in April. The application process for the February/March start date begins in October. A large percentage of teachers who work in public schools are recruited via a government program known as... [Read more]
Can I cancel my contract early when teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Teaching English abroad is a job much like any other and if you are not happy with your employer or things just haven?t worked out as you hoped they would, you are free to head back home or look elsewhere for employment at any time.
Although the vast majority of ESL teachers see out the entire length of their contracts, there will always be some who are not able to complete it for a variety of reasons. A family emergency back home, difficulties with work colleagues, and unsatisfactory working conditions are all common reasons why teachers feel they have to terminate their contract.
If your job is based on an hourly pay rate there are unlikely to be any repercussions if you decide to leave. This scenario will apply to a large percentage of people teaching in Latin America and Europe... [Read more]
TEFL Madison Wisconsin - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL USA ITTT
The city of Madison is located in an especially beautiful part of the country. The Native American Ho Chunk tribe settled in the area and called it their sacred land. Due to the four surrounding lakes, Lake Mendota, Lake Monona, Lake Kegonsa, and Lake Waubesa, they referred to the land as Taychopera (land of the four lakes). Still today, Madison is a premier destination for outdoor lovers and travelers alike. The lakes invite people to engage in water sports and other activities, such as water-skiing, swimming or fishing. You can also grab a kayak or canoe and spend some quality time amongst nature. All this is why Madison makes the ideal location to start your ESL teaching journey.
The first American settlers came to Madison around 1848. The town started out with a mere 620 people, but... [Read more]
Teach Travel Abroad Tips - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
If you have already graduated from one of our TEFL certification courses and have yet to decide on where you would like to teach, or you are thinking about signing up for a course and are looking for an insight into the most popular teaching destinations, then the following guides might provide some welcome inspiration.
Below you will find dozens of countries from all corners of the world where there are plenty of good opportunities for teaching EFL. Click on the countries that interest you to access a wide range of travel tips, country facts and other useful information.
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TESOL Certifications in Hua Hin - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TESOL in Thailand
Thailand is known as the Land of Smiles. The culture is warm, friendly and genuine. There is a big expat community out there, so you’re in a new and exciting culture but also engaging with many different cultures through the expat network as well. The travel opportunities are wonderful, either around Thailand itself or to neighboring countries. AND the food is delicious and fresh!
Hua Hin is a beautiful city on the beach in central Thailand, approximately two and a half hours away from Bangkok. The area has some amazing beaches, mountains, viewpoints, temples, night markets, water parks, and dining experiences for you to choose from and enjoy at any time of the year.
Hua Hin itself features a beautiful, powdery sand beach, plenty of waterside seafood restaurants, a lively night market... [Read more]
Is TESOL a good career choice? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
If you have discussed teaching English abroad with friends and family, it is likely that you have heard remarks such as ?that sounds like fun, but what will you do when you get back?? Unfortunately, teaching English as a foreign/second language is seen by some as not really a ?proper job?, just something that young people do for a bit of adventure before settling down to a real job. Although many ESL teachers do only teach in the short term and some are only in it for fun, there are many others who take it seriously and go on to enjoy a long and lucrative career as an English language teacher.
YES, you can certainly choose to make a long-term career out of teaching English. Most people?s TESOL journey begins with the idea of seeing a bit of the world while earning some money in the... [Read more]
Can I get a work visa to teach English in Japan? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Japan is often regarded as one of the major world destinations for teaching English abroad due to the large number of potential jobs on offer and the large number of people who want to fill them. People come from all over the world to live and work in this most unique of environments and you can join them providing you meet the criteria necessary to gain a work visa. Whether you are drawn by the history and culture, the safe and friendly atmosphere, or the sheer number of things to see and do, Japan is unlikely to disappoint. If you think Japan could be the right choice for you, read on to see what requirements you need to meet.
The following represent the basic requirements for teaching English in Japan. However, it is important to know that some of these requirements are not set... [Read more]
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