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Teaching ESL Overseas – TEFL Certificates and Essential Tips
Teaching ESL, or English as a Second Language, is quickly becoming one of the most popular routes for those looking to start a new adventure overseas. With such high demand for ESL teachers, the TEFL course market is growing daily.
There are however things to watch out for when both choosing your TEFL course, as well as dealing with employers in your chosen destination country. To ensure you have all of the information you need regarding TEFL courses, certificates, and using the qualification overseas, we continue to create informative and helpful articles here on our blog.
We’re the most experienced company in the industry when it comes to handling TEFL awards and we have partnerships with many course providers around the world. It’s important for us to work together to make the process of achieving your award and being able to use it overseas is as stress-free as possible.
TEFL Verified List
If you’re in the UK and looking to study a TEFL course, make sure you check our verified TEFL provider list before you commit to a provider. This could save you a lot of time, money and stress in the long-run if your certificate gets rejected when you need to present it overseas!
See the listTeaching ESL Overseas
I’m A Teacher Moving Abroad – What Do I Need To Know?
If you're a teacher moving overseas, there are certain things you'll need to think about.
Teach English in Taiwan – Guide to TEFL certificate legalisation
If you've decided to teach English in Taiwan, you'll likely have been asked to legalise your documents for a work permit. In this article, we'll talk about Taiwan and the process of legalisation. You'll be an expert by the time you finish!
Teach English Abroad 2024 | Essential Things To Know Before You Start
In this article, we will share some of the most essential insider information we've gained through working directly with the TEFL industry for many years. We are independent, so we can offer you the best advice on what to look out for when choosing a course as well as how to stay safe when job hunting...
Teaching English In Taiwan – The Complete Guide On All You Ne...
With news hitting that the Ministry of Education in Taiwan is starting a recruitment drive to boost in English Teachers, we're sure this post will be helpful to many of you. The paperwork feels complicated, but we're here to walk you through it!
Private tutoring sector in China fighting the cuts – by tryin...
New legislation was introduced in China in June 2021, restricting the amount of hours and times during which private tutoring of children could take place. The restrictions have been met with difficulties, seeing many continuing the tutoring and going against the governments requirements. Will the new laws hold out in the face of these struggles?
How many TEFL hours do I need? Most important things to consider.
This is a common question posed by those wishing to start their journey into Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Here, we will look at the courses out there and the requirements set by the industry itself to help you figure out which is the best first step for you to take.
The Cons of Teaching ESL Overseas – Turning Them Into Pros
Going to teach overseas for the first time can feel like a mix of intense emotions. Excitement, nerves, curiosity...all of this is completely normal. One thing you should be sure of is that you've done your research. Whilst reading about something can never truly replace the experience, it can certainly at least prepare you for any...
China’s Crackdown On Private Tutoring – How Will This A...
With the private tutoring industry booming in China, the government is proposing trial restrictions on when and how these companies can operate. With the TEFL sector making up a large part of the tutoring market, could this have huge implications?
Leaving a TEFL Job in China – Complete Guide on Doing it Right
Whether you've decided you're leaving a TEFL job in China and returning home, or simply transferring to a different school, you'll need to make sure your paperwork is in order. By skipping any part of the process, you could get into problems later down the line which may cause major delays to your plans, or even...
Legalising a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA certificate – What’s ...
If you've just completed a course in teaching ESL, or you're thinking about moving into the field, one of the biggest questions on your mind might be - what is the difference between TEFL, TESOL and CELTA? Is one more "valid" than the other, and will they all be accepted for teaching positions overseas?
Getting A TEFL Job In China – 10 Ways To Spot Scams And Stay ...
If you're planning on teaching English in China, it can be difficult to know where to start. The recruitment process when you're dealing with a company overseas can be difficult in itself, but with such huge differences in processes and requirements, it can feel like a minefield.
Going to work in China – The latest on the situation
Although life in China is returning to something close to normal, the government continues to keep a close eye on who's allowed to come into the country. And while most schools are allowing children back into classrooms, there is a major shortage in teaching staff because of continuing travel restrictions across the globe. We look at...
ACRO or ICPC – Which Police Clearance Certificate do you need...
There are several types of Criminal Record Checks available for those living in the UK, which you can read about here. If you're teaching ESL overseas, which one should you apply for? Here we will look at the types of clearance certificates that are most commonly requested for these job roles and which you may be...
Getting a PU Letter for China – Guide to Invitation Letters
With the Coronavirus pandemic causing so many travel restrictions globally, most countries are keen to keep movement across their borders to a minimum. Although China made quick progress in returning life to a state close to normality, they have introduced strict measures for incoming passengers. Here we look at what this new documentation is, and how...
All you need to know about legalising your TEFL for use overseas
Teaching English abroad with a TEFL qualification is becoming a popular option for many people who are looking to relocate. The chance to immerse yourself in the local culture through language can be a wonderful, rewarding and exciting experience. With this surge in popularity, a host of issues have come to light when qualified TEFL tutors...
Coronavirus – How the impact on teacher recruitment is evolving
With all of the headlines around the Coronavirus constantly filling up our news feeds, it's leaving many with more questions than answers and filling those who had planned to relocate with uncertainty. In our unique position, assisting people looking to move and travel around the globe, we are here to provide a balanced and informed view...
Teacher Retention Crisis
Retention is a challenge facing schools all over the world. From the UK to China, teachers are leaving their jobs in higher numbers than ever before. Why is the world collectively facing such a crisis?
Applying for a TEFL position in China – Protecting your paper...
After an amazing response from our previous piece giving ESL teachers wishing to teach in China advice on what to watch out for in their job contract for China, we have a follow up post with even more hints and tips on staying safe in the world of TEFL employment.
Requirements for Teaching English Abroad
Teaching English as a Foreign Language, otherwise known as TEFL, is a great way to travel the world whilst also gaining teaching experience. Whether you would prefer to explore Europe, have an awesome Asian adventure, hit South America, or anywhere else, there are schools everywhere looking for teachers; providing you with the opportunity to live and...
English Teachers in China Being Exploited by Rogue Agencies and Sch...
What began as a dream transformed slowly into a nightmare. Vanessa Wachtmeister had moved to China to work as an English teacher on the back of promises made by her agency. They assured her that the process would be easy and seamless, and that she’d have the experience of her life teaching in the Far East....
Police Clearance Checks for Teaching TEFL
ACRO or ICPC – Which Police Clearance Certificate do you need to teach ESL overseas?
There are several types of Criminal Record Checks available for those living in the UK, which you can read about here. If you're teaching ESL overseas, which one should you apply for? Here we will look at the types of clearance certificates that are most commonly requested for these job roles and which you may be...
TEFL FAQs
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If you’re not sure that your course certificate will be accepted for legalisation, we always ask for a scan of the document so we can check this out for you. We have the experience to know whether most companies and certificate wording will pass the legalisation checks, but if we’re unsure of anything, we can check with our contact at the FCDO directly for you.
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Not necessarily. Some countries require it as standard, like China and Vietnam. Some other destinations do not require the TEFL itself to be legalised as part of your job application, so we always recommend you check directly with your new employer before you apply.
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Yes, some courses only supply a digital version of your certificate. Although we usually request original documents, in these cases, we can print and certify the digital certificate for you at our offices. Please make our staff aware if you are not sending a hard copy so we can make a note of this on your order for you.
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Courses can be studied online or in-person. If you studied online, the legalisation process will depend on where the company you studied with is officially registered rather than where you were located when you did the course. This is because all documents must be legalised within their country of issue; therefore if you study online with a UK TEFL company but you are located in the US, the document will need to be legalised in the UK. If you’re unsure where the company is officially based or how to have it legalised correctly, get in touch with our team who will be able to make these checks for you.
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Usually, yes. This entirely depends on which country you will be teaching in, and your employer. It’s standard to require some sort of police clearance certificate and in the case of China, a degree certificate. Check with your employer directly to get a list of required documents.