So, you’ve got your qualifications, had your interview and now you’ve been offered a job teaching abroad. And you suddenly realize that in just a very short time you’ll be climbing aboard an airplane and heading off into the unknown and suddenly you’re thinking, What should I pack? How much […]
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Personal Safety is often a concern of teachers heading abroad for the first time. This article looks at the facts about personal safety abroad. Misconceptions It’s often the case that people think the situation is worse abroad. It’s the fear of the unknown plus strange stories told by a friend […]
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Your Passport is arguably the most valuable document you possess whilst living and working abroad and it should be carefully handled. This article offers some good, sensible advice regarding handling and using your passport. As a general rule never send your passport through the post (unless you’re renewing it which […]
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There are plenty of good TEFL or TESOL jobs out there for English teachers. But unfortunately there are also a few slightly questionable jobs. This article looks at what you should look for when applying for a job teaching English. Look For Online Comments When applying for work, make sure […]
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There are a couple of main areas of concern regarding LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) people and issues in TEFL (teaching English as a foreign language). being LGBT in different countries being an LGBT teacher LGBT materials This article looks into each of these areas. LGBT Teachers & Countries Of […]
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