What are some other great destinations? Everything focuses on Asia...
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Top 6 TEFL Destinations
If you’ve got an internationally recognized TEFL certificate tucked in your back pocket, there’s a whole world of opportunity out there. But how do you decide where to go first? Here are our top tips for TEFL destinations:
Did you know that there are more people learning English in China than the entire population of the United States? That adds up to a massive demand for teachers, so certified TEFLers (that’ll be you soon!) are welcomed with open arms! Plus, with delicious food, fascinating culture and loads of places to explore at the weekend, China is certainly the TEFL destination to beat!
Want to head out there yourself? On our Teach in China Internship, you’ll spend up to 5 amazing months getting paid teaching experience in China, with loads of support and free accommodation! Download this guide to teaching in China to find out more!
Thailand’s not just for sweaty backpackers who want to ‘find themselves’ – it’s also an amazing place for a TEFL adventure. People are friendly, students are enthusiastic and living costs are cheap – a perfect combination if there ever was one! Plus, the achingly beautiful beaches, serene temples and buzzing cities are all there to explore on your days off!
Want a Thai adventure of your own? Enrol in our Teach in Thailand Internship and come May, you’ll be at the start of a 4-month TEFL adventure, with generous living allowances, loads of support and free accommodation. Download this guide to teaching in Thailand to get all the details!
As the tourist industry booms on Indonesia’s 17,500 beautiful islands, so too does the demand for English teachers, as locals try to cater to the needs of international visitors. Teach here and you’ll discover one of the best kept secrets in the TEFL trade: lots of opportunities, great living conditions and plenty of opportunities for lazing on the beach!
Want to give Indonesia a whirl? i-to-i’s hassle-free job placement service has plenty of opportunities available in Indonesia. Request a consultation with an expert to find out more!
If you like the idea of the laid-back, South American pace of life, then Ecuador is for you. Not only is it totally chilled out, it’s also one of the most bio-diverse countries in the world – with active volcanoes and rainforests teeming with all kinds of animals. It’s also one of the cheapest countries in South America to live in, so your salary will certainly last you!
Want to give teaching in Ecuador a go? There are currently opportunities to teach in Ecuador through i-to-i’s nifty job placement service. Click here for all the details.
Rich, unique culture, friendly locals and miniscule living costs; no wonder TEFL teachers have started flocking to South Korea. Don’t worry though – there are plenty of opportunities to go around, but don’t wait around too long to experience this amazing country!
Want to experience teaching in South Korea for yourself? We’ve currently got opportunities in South Korea available through our job placement service. Request a consultation with an expert to find out more!
Want to sneak a peek under the lid of Japanese culture? Teaching English in Japan is the perfect way to do it: you’ll be respected, have lots of chances to interact with the locals and get involved with loads of extra-curricular activities. The fact that it’s the highest paying TEFL destination out there doesn’t hurt either!
Want to teach in Japan? Find out how to get work in Japan through i-to-i’s hassle free job placement service by requesting a consultation with an expert.
What do you think? What’s your top TEFL destination?
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Africa is amazing to teach in, people are so receptive towards you and the skills you bringing to the School and if you get to teach primary kids they are a joy to teach especially in the rural parts of Uganda, Kenya and South Africa.
You rarely see offers for Africa though.
You do but you have to look for them.Same for Asia really the best Schools are the ones you find yourself.Most people are put off with going to Africa because of either visas,issues of safety and lack of pay but to be fair i have travelled widely across Africa and only once encountered problems.People have been ding TEFL for years without the internet, internships and agencies.Sometimes its worth just doing your research on a country and then finding the opportunities yourself.
I agree on the bit about doing it yourself. I'm not big on the internship and such. I've done all my hunting on my own and have helped others find options. I feel more rewarded with doing the work myself. If I was in the States I'd have to go job hunting myself ... wouldn't be able to have someone else do it for me really.
I wouldn't mind visiting Africa, but not sure if I'm ready to live in Africa yet. I congratulate you for doing it though! Where all have you been?
I think internships and going through agencies is a great way to find your feet in TEFL especially if you have little/no experiance and dont know a country well but there are some Schools and countries out there that really need qualified TEFL Teachers and they dont advertise so rely on people finding them out.Even in places like Thailand there are Schools crying out for TEFL Teachers in the rural poorer areas who can commit to long term placements and want to be there to teach and learn about Thai culture.These places dont advertise because they dont have the means/knowledge but if you are prepared to step out of your comfort zone they are the best placements you will ever experiance!
Ive travelled widely all over the world through work and through teaching.I have never done an internship or gone through an agency but i can understand why some people do.The best placement i did by far was in Isan rural north east Thailand, no English speakers and the little village i worked in ha never had any foreigners visit let alone stay it was amazing and i made some long lasting friendships.I have taught in the Middle East in Saudi for one year which was eye opening but rewarding and ive taught in Vietnam,Laos, Indonesia China, Korea and and Japan.
I agree on the bit about doing it yourself. I'm not big on the internship and such. I've done all my hunting on my own and have helped others find options. I feel more rewarded with doing the work myself. If I was in the States I'd have to go job hunting myself ... wouldn't be able to have someone else do it for me really.
I wouldn't mind visiting Africa, but not sure if I'm ready to live in Africa yet. I congratulate you for doing it though! Where all have you been?
Nice. I want to visit most of those places, but I want to teach in Eastern Europe and Russia mostly. I wish I could find work here in Serbia. I'm headed to Ukraine in two weeks unless the DoS changes her mind last minute as I've not heard from her in a bit and we've been discussing visas and my apt.
I love Slavic countries.. the language, the people, the culture. It's my favorite and I want to experience it more.
I think its interesting how certain continents affect us and attract us more than others.I have only ever been to Serbia and Russia through work but wouldnt really want to work there, anything less than 30 degrees tempereture wise is not for me lol.For me i love SE Asia, the people, the food, the culture, the way of life.Its the best thing about TEFL being able to work around the world and really experiance the places you travel to.
I can see that. :) I want to visit many countries worldwide, but I love my Slavs. Many says it's because it's in my blood. I'm half Ukrainian with a Serbian boyfriend. But I've always loved the Cyrillic based languages. I find them easier to learn than Spanish, French, German, etc. I took two years of Russian in high school and LOVED it! I wouldn't mind working in Russia. I have lots of friends there. Serbia has my heart though and not just because of my boyfriend. The people are just great! I'm looking forward to Ukraine to learn about my heritage though as I wasn't born in a very Ukrainian based family. Our heritage was ignored actually. :((
I look forward to traveling though!
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