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Teaching English in Japan - Paul's Story

Meet Paul Dixon - the expert on TEFLing in Japan. Having lived in Japan for four years, we all agree that he's definitely well-qualified enough to tell you what's it like teaching English in Japan! Why …

How to Write the Perfect TEFL CV

Let’s face it, it can be quite daunting applying for your first teaching English job; let alone creating a CV that will set you apart from the other applicants! With over 20 years of …

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Top online TEFL employers for South Africans

You asked for it, so here it is! We know as a South African, finding work as a TEFL teacher can seem almost impossible at times, but honestly, it's not! Heaps of our South African …

5 Fun TEFL Classroom Activities

Sometimes you will have planned a fabulous lesson and you’re amazingly confident that this is going to be the best lesson EVER! But then it all goes to pot. Too few students turn up, equipment …

Through the Eyes of a South African Online English Teacher

Upon the completion of my TEFL diploma, I felt both eager and slightly trepid to delve into the vast world of online English teaching. I applied to several online teaching companies and after some rejected …

How to create the Perfect TEFL Lesson Plan

Creating a really great lesson plan is what can make or break teachers. Anyone can put together a lesson plan, but creating an effective one which meets the requirements of your learners is the hard …