TEFL & ESL Blog
9 Time Saving Tips to Help Lighten Your Load as a Teacher
Need more time in your teaching schedule? Check out these 9 time saving tips that you can start using immediately.
3 Standby Activities for When You’ve Drawn a Blank in Class
Lose your train of thought in class? Use these 3 activities to bring the lesson back, regain control, and have some fun doing it.
Teacher Review: The Pros & Cons of Teaching for Magic Ears
Teacher Jenica shares her thoughts on teaching for Magic Ears for the past 2 years – see what she loves and thinks you need to be prepared for!
Discounted (and Cheap) TEFL Courses & Certificates for 2020
Looking for a cheap TEFL course? Check out our list of current discounts and coupons to see what’s on sale for 2019.
5 Awesome Blog Posts about Teaching English in Italy
Read these 5 cool blogs to get an insight into the world of teaching English in Italy and what to expect from your adventure.
The 5 Best TEFL Courses in Thailand
Looking for a TEFL course in Thailland? We’ve broken down 5 of our favorites based on their price, reputation and curriculum – click to check them out!
How Volunteering as an ESL Teacher Serves Everyone
Thinking about volunteering as an ESL teacher? Here are some great reasons why you should as well as some tips on getting started.
Transferring Money from China: Your Options Explained
Sending money home from China doesn’t have to be complicated – here are your best options for keeping as much of your money as possible.
Overcoming 2 of the Most Common ESL Teaching Challenges
Worried about your huge class size or dodgy technology? Teacher Julia looks at how to overcome these common challenges in your classroom.
Teaching in China as a Primary School Teacher: What It’s Really Like
Curious what China is *really* like for a teacher? Read this first-hand account from a primary school teacher in Shenzhen, China.
VIPKid Just Turned 5 – Here’s What They Have Planned for the Future
Can you believe VIPKid is 5 years old? Current teacher Luis walks us through how they celebrated, their history, and what they have planned for the future.
Creating a Life Off Campus: Get More from Your Teaching Experience
Advice from Todd Squitieri on making the most of your time abroad by getting off campus, chasing experiences, and interacting with your community.
How to Put Together an Awesome Lesson Plan Template
Stuck on lesson planning? Here’s how to create your own lesson plan template using a variety of styles so you can reduce your work and improve your lessons.
How to Speed Through a TESOL Degree Program and Get into a Classroom Sooner
TESOL master’s programs go much more smoothly if you prepare for them – here are some tips to ensure the process goes by quickly.
11 of the Best Pencil Sharpeners for the Classroom (with Reviews)
Pencil sharpeners have come a long way – here are 11 of our favorite sharpeners for the classroom + advice on which is best for you and your students.
Magic Ears Props
Magic Ears recommends you use at least 2 props in your classes – here are 10 of our favorites that can be used for different ages & abilities.
Winter Door Decorations
Looking for some ideas for your winter classroom door decorations? Click here to see our favorites + what other teachers are doing1
Christmas Door Decorations
Looking for ideas to decorate your classroom door for Christmas? Look no further – here are some our favorites + some inspirational pics!
Halloween Door Decorations
Looking for ideas on how to decorate your classroom door for Halloween? We’ve got 15+ decorations, pictures and ideas to inspire you!
Thanksgiving Door Decorations
The holidays are almost here and it’s time to get your Thanksgiving decorations in order for your classroom door – here are 20+ ideas and inspirations!
Fall Classroom Door Decorations
Fall is right around the corner – here are 20+ ideas to take your fall classroom door decorations (and lessons) to the next level!
