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How To Travel The World For Free – Even If You Don’t Have Money
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Keen to travel the world but your bank balance is looking a little sad?
We know the feeling. But what if we told you there is a way to travel the world for free – even if you don’t have money?
And teaching English as a foreign language is how you can do it.
What is TEFL?
Teaching English as a foreign language is often referred to as TEFL. TEFL teachers teach English to non-native English speakers who want and need to learn the language.
Why do EFL learners want or need to learn English?
- To emigrate to an English-speaking country
- To study in an English-speaking country
- To be able to communicate while travelling
- To pass an English proficiency exam
- For work purposes
TEFL teachers work in private language schools and academies, public and private schools, universities, in-company, privately and online.
TEFL teachers can live where they want and work when they want. TEFL teachers can choose the work-life balance that suits them. That may be teaching online and living in Mexico. Or teaching kindergarten in Thailand. Or teaching private students online from home on weekends.
TEFL can be whatever you want it to be.
Read more: What Is TEFL?
How can I travel when I’m broke?
The beauty of teaching English as a foreign language is that there are minimal start-up costs. It’s quick, easy and inexpensive to get qualified.
Plus, it’s entirely possible to find a TEFL contract which covers the costs of your flights, visa and accommodation. Essentially, you need the budget to cover the cost of your TEFL qualification, plus whatever you need to pack in your suitcase – and you could be good to go.
Read more: 5 Cheapest Places To Teach English Abroad
I want to travel the world. Where do I start?
The first thing to do is to get yourself qualified. Sign up for a TEFL course and you could add a TEFL qualification to your resume in as little as 120 hours.
Once you have a TEFL certificate under your belt, the next step is to hunt for a teaching job. Check out Jobs Boards and apply for a job in the destination of your dreams.
Make sure your CV is up-to-date and shows off all your best qualities. And when it’s time for your interview, remember this is your time to shine!
If you want to go the independent route, set up a website and market yourself as the greatest online TEFL teacher of all time.
All that’s left to do is sort out your visa, pack your bags and you’re good to go!
Read more: How You Can Live Abroad For A Year And Get Paid For It
Bon Voyage!
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