The TEFL Academy Blog

As teachers of English as a foreign language (TEFL teachers) we’re usually focussed on teaching our students English. But if you’re living in a foreign country, perhaps you want to…

Immersion classrooms are the norm in teaching English as a Foreign Language. But what exactly is immersion learning?  What is the meaning of immersion learning? Immersion learning in a language…

For some of us, travelling is a part of our DNA. We are wanderers who are happiest exploring new landsand experiencing new environments. But when we get home, those feelings…

What is a teacherpreneur?  A teacherpreneur is a current or former teacher who works in the field of education but not necessarily in the classroom. A teacherpreneur is also known…

Can you freelance as a teacher? Can teachers be freelancers? It may be surprising, but yes, teachers can be freelancers. Many teaching jobs mean being employed by a school, but…

Teaching English is a great career choice for those of us who like to live a flexible existence.  Even as full-time TEFL teachers we might work mornings and evenings, or…

You ever heard of a hagwon? Do you know what a hagwon is?  South Korea has been one of the most popular destinations for teaching English abroad, and remains so.…

The coronavirus pandemic may have brought remote work to the attention of the wider world, but it’s been a popular option for some occupations for a number of years.  Remote…