Volunteer Work Abroad For Over 60s

In some countries where teaching ESL is popular there is a clear path for obtaining a work visa or permit that allows you to live and work long term, while in others the process can be overly complicated, expensive or simply nonexistent. However, as the demand for teachers is so high in many countries, the need for a work visa can often be ignored by employers. The truth is that thousands of people are currently working as ESL teachers in countries worldwide without a formal work visa or work permit. In two of the most popular ESL teaching destinations in Europe, Italy and Spain, it is very common for Americans and other non-EU nationals to start work as teachers with nothing more than a tourist visa in their passport. A standard tourist visa is valid for 90 days and there is no...  [Read more]

As it is traditionally one of the most stable and wealthy countries in the Latin American region, Chile has long been a popular location for teaching English abroad. One convenient way you can do this is to join the English Opens Doors Program (EODP) that recruits volunteer teachers to work in schools across the country. Through this scheme you will work as a teaching assistant in classes with students ranging from 10 to 18 years old. The highly respected EODP is sponsored by the Chilean Ministry of Education and the United Nations Development Program. It is open to native or near-native English speakers aged from 21 and 35 (exceptions are sometimes made for those outside this bracket). All applicants need a bachelor's degree and funds to pay for their own transportation to and from...  [Read more]

It is probably a little known fact among many native English speakers that the Philippines has two official languages and one of them is English. English is taught in mainstream schools throughout the country and is widely used in government, the media, business, and education. As English is spoken by so many Filipinos across the country, it is no surprise to find that Filipino teachers currently occupy a large number of the ESL teaching jobs available in the Philippines and several other countries throughout Asia. Despite this, many ESL teachers from elsewhere also end up teaching English in the Philippines as it is a popular destination with plenty to offer its visitors. As the capital city, Manila is home to many language centers offering TESOL courses to local English speakers...  [Read more]

TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. It is also the name of the course and subsequent qualification that teachers need in order to apply for ESL teaching jobs around the world. With a TESOL certificate in your back pocket you will be eligible for a wide range of different jobs that will allow you to live and work wherever you choose. It will also give you the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in this unique teaching environment. There are many reasons why TESOL is important to both the teacher and their students and here we look at just a few. A TESOL certificate is widely regarded as the entry point for ESL teaching jobs all over the world, which is the main reason why it is important for potential teachers. In years gone by it was often possible to...  [Read more]

  Would you like to live and work abroad? With a TEFL or TESOL certificate you can work and live abroad, Teaching English as a Foreign Language or Teaching English as a Second Language. Check out ITTT's courses and start a new life with a TEFL or TESOL certification! Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL Certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. This Units focus is on the use of Course Books, Materials and Teaching Aids that you can utilize to efficiently teach your clas. These sorts of...  [Read more]

Volunteer English teaching has long been an important part of the TESOL world. There are a huge number of programs available, largely in developing countries where access to affordable ESL lessons is not common for the average person. In many of these countries the ability to speak English well can be a huge boost when it comes to getting a better job that offers the chance to improve the lives of entire families. However, while in-person volunteering is still as popular as ever, volunteer teaching via online platforms has really started to take off in a big way. People choose to volunteer for many different and often personal reasons. For some it is simply about helping others in need, while for others it is a great way to get some teaching experience before applying for more...  [Read more]

With a population of 1.4 billion people spread throughout a huge geographic area, China always has a vast amount of opportunities for foreign ESL teachers. However, there is one question that teachers continue to ask: The answer to this question would have been yes until quite recently. Although individual schools are still not concerned with whether their teachers have a degree or not, it is government restrictions that have made the difference. It is now an official requirement for teachers to have a degree in order to be eligible for a Z (work) visa. As every teacher needs this visa to work legally, the answer is no, you cannot teach legally in China without a degree. If you don?t qualify for a Z (work) visa, you can visit China on another type of visa such as an L (tourist) visa...  [Read more]

Yes, it is safe for women to teach English abroad. Not only is it safe, it is also extremely popular as around 150,000 women work as ESL teachers in countries all over the world at any one time. Of this number, most will live and work in modern, cosmopolitan cities that have a similar level of infrastructure and amenities as they would find in their home countries. Whether in Europe, Asia or Latin America, first time teachers will usually be able to find an expat community of English speakers who are able to provide local knowledge and information that will help them to settle into their new community. It is impossible to say that any particular place will be 100% safe all of the time, but by employing some simple precautions single women can confidently head overseas to teach...  [Read more]

The simple and straightforward answer to this question is there are many differences between these two acronyms as they stand for very different things. Throughout the world of teaching and learning the English language there are countless acronyms that are used to shorten the names of all manner of tests, certificates, courses etc, in order to make them easier to say, write or understand. TESOL and IELTS are just two of them. Below we take a look at the meanings behind these two acronyms that are well known among English language teachers and students. TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This acronym is commonly used throughout the teaching profession to refer to the act of teaching the English language to non-native speakers. It is primarily used in...  [Read more]

  Strictly speaking the answer is no, you do not have to possess a TEFL certificate in order to find work as an English language teacher. In some countries around the world it is still possible to secure employment simply by being a native English speaker. However, there are several reasons why we would strongly recommend that you complete a TEFL training course before you set off to teach English abroad. In recent years many popular destinations for EFL teachers have begun to tighten the requirements necessary for teaching English in schools and language centers. A recognized TEFL certificate is now required in order to secure a work permit in many countries, whilst the ever growing number of teachers with a TEFL qualification means that employers in the majority of countries...  [Read more]

  Many people are unaware quite how accessible a career teaching English as a foreign language is while others are simply not aware that it is even possible to live and work abroad in almost any country in the world. Not only is possible but it is relatively easy to achieve in a short period of time. By following the 6 steps outlined in the video, you could be working abroad as an EFL teacher before you know it. Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient,...  [Read more]

Because of the ever-increasing demand throughout the world for knowledge of, and ability to use the English language, TESOL jobs overseas and prospects generally for graduates of our courses are excellent. Teaching opportunities are available in locations all over the world for those with an internationally recognized TESOL certificate. A wide variety of TESOL jobs overseas include placements in such areas as language schools, public schools, kindergartens, colleges, universities, businesses and companies, hospitals, tourism as well as private tutoring and voluntary work. International TEFL and TESOL Training will guide and help you throughout the process of obtaining a suitable TESOL Job overseas. Our service extends, but is not limited, to the following: Details relating to terms and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Course TESOL Organisations and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: T.P. - Greece said: This course has really opened my eyes to the different ways a teacher can help students absorb information. I feel like I have gained a lot of knowledge on how to make a course fun, yet challenging and informative. After taking this course, I feel confident that I can organize a class and even a course from scratch with my own ideas and access to various other materials. I also feel like I can make a course exciting and give life to it which is beneficial for both the students and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost Inclass TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: A.H. – U.S.A. said: The course has made me more confident going into the classroom and teaching students english Language. The different teaching methods from the course have given me insight about teaching students of different ages and levels. I feel more confident teachings student’s grammar and pronunciation. I will definitely be looking through the course material again as I start my teaching career. I will use the material to better utilize time in a classroom and to help students learn english as much...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Class TESOL Online and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: P.M. – Laos said: The most valuable thing I’ve gained from this course is lesson planning. I’ve never planned any of my lessons before. I thought lesson planning was a waste of time. Now I plan to use a lesson plan for most of my classes. I’ve learned how to use the course book and real material to their greatest effect. I will not rely too much on the course book and use more real material in the classroom. Finally, I’ve learned not to use the student’s native language too much during the lesson. I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Accreditation Higher TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: V.S. – Finland said: The course has been short but insightful. I enjoyed the practical examples that cleared up many theoretical explanations. I found the activity tips and links very useful, they have already helped me a lot when planning some lessons. I think the different lesson structures (ESA etc.) will be very much in use, not only when teaching english but maybe also with other subject. I think I will try to detailed lesson plans, especially at the beginning and if I will be teaching groups. ...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Agency Comprehensive TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: R. G. - U.S.A. said: For one, I have gained a greater respect for the complexity of the english language. I use english every day, but until I studied language in another country, I never really thought about how difficult it would be to study. This former thought was blown out of the water by this course. To teach english, I, in effect, had to learn english again during the course of this certification work. I know how to use english, but until now, I never thought this deeply about how the language is...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Achieving TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: B.M. – U.K. said: From this course I have gained a better understanding of grammar. Even though I'm a native speaker, I never really thought about the different tenses and the ways they are used until I went through this course. I now have a much better understanding of what contexts different tenses are used in and this will be extremely useful when teaching non-native speakers. I have also gained a lot of knowledge about how a classroom is run and also got a lot of different teaching ideas that I can...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost Diploma TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: S.M. - Vietnam said: The first thing that comes to mind is, how I learned to make lessons interesting and fun for the students. I think the ESA method is really great! Using icebreaker, warmers, study games, drill work, feed-back, correction, and communication games and activities in teams, gives such a well-rounded approach to teaching, and a good balance between teacher-oriented presentation and student practice. I am thankful for the different teaching skills I have been learning now: making lessons lively...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Accreditation TESOL Online and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: B.F. – Canada said: There have been a couple of things I can highlight about this course that were extremely helpful for me. One of my biggest weaknesses, not only as a teacher but also as a human being, is organization. Being able to understand how to organize detailed lesson plans to more efficiently use my classtime has gone miles, even while I've been in the process of learning how to do it better. I've noticed my students being more engaged during lesson times, and hearing more and more...  [Read more]