Vol. 4 Issue 49 – Article: Tips & Stories from Teaching Abroad

Are you a native English speaker, or are you completely fluent in speaking, reading and writing the language? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions and are interested in travel and teaching, a position as an English teacher or tutor may provide the opportunity to visit countries worldwide and be paid for the privilege. Positions in teaching English as a foreign language are available worldwide to English language instructors of any age. You may teach in a classroom or as a tutor providing one-on-one instruction.

Qualifications

While it’s not necessary to have a university degree to teach English abroad, your prospects for the best-paid jobs are better if you have one. Certification in teaching English to non-English speakers is almost always required for the best paid opportunities. Coursework and costs for certification instruction vary. Some courses require only a week, while others require several months to complete. You may receive instruction through a university or through stand-alone programs.

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