FAQ - Jobs Abroad

Where can I teach with a TEFL certificate?
English teaching jobs are available around the globe. Its highest demand is in the non – native English speaking countries around the world. The countries where the demand of ESL teachers is exceptionally high are China, Thailand, Japan, Vietnam, France, Spain, Brazil Argentina, Poland and many more. The schools or institutions hiring teachers are located both in the cities and in the suburbs.

Is TEFL certificate mandatory for ESL teaching jobs?
Yes, TEFL certificate is almost a mandate for English teaching jobs. In some countries, TESOL or TEFL certificates may not be mandatory but employers prefer teachers with TEFL certificates. Your worth as a second language English teacher will be relatively higher if you possess a TESOL certificate.

What kind of salary can I expect?
Salary of ESL teachers depends on their qualification, experience and the country or city. All the countries pay their teachers in local currency. In some Asian countries like South Korea, Japan and Vietnam the English teachers are paid quite well. Some institutes pay the teachers hourly and some monthly.
Who will I teach?

A TEFL certificate enables you to teach students of any age group. You can teach students at the pre-school level and also adults at the corporate. There are some specialization courses of TESOL like, TEFL for Young Learners and TEFL for Business English teaching. Thus, TESOL gives you exposure to a wide range of students.

Can I travel during my English teaching job abroad?
Yes, you can travel while teaching in a foreign country. Most schools have holidays and on weekends most schools are closed. This is a perfect time to see around a foreign country and imbibe its culture and beauty.

How can I get a job?
There are plenty of ESL jobs for teachers who want to teach English abroad. You can search in various jobs portals, like for instance www.jobstefl.com. If you do your TEFL course in the country you wish to teach, it can be an added benefit. This gives the teachers a chance to explore ESL opportunities during the three or four weeks of TEFL course.

What kind of other benefits can I get from the schools?
Apart from salary many schools provide accommodation to the teachers free of cost. Many schools provide medical insurance and accident insurance. If interested, you can learn the local language in the schools. While teaching in the schools, you can also take tuitions for extra money.

With the TEFL certificate am I eligible only to work in the schools?
No you work in corporate offices and language schools with the certificate. You can teach English at every level with this certificate.