41 Great to Know Teach English Abroad Resources

41 Great to Know Teach English Abroad Resources

Teaching English as a second language or another skill in a foreign country is a lifelong dream for many people.

The idea of traveling somewhere brand new, learning a new language and experiencing all a new culture has to offer, from food to music to historical sites, is too good for many to pass up.

Speaking English fluently is a skill many people have, and using their skills to give back to a community in another place. Whether it's an urban center, like Seoul, South Korea or a rural farming community in Italy, it's a great way to give back to others while building upon your own essential skills.

Some people trek to another place to teach English abroad when they've graduated from college, and others travel and teach in their retirement years.

This guide will help you learn how to get started, share personal stories of those who have already taught abroad, and tell you everything you need to know to make your mark in a new place and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Table of Contents

  1. General Resources
  2. Teaching Opportunities
  3. Blogs
  4. Podcasts
  5. Books

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General Resources

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VelvetJobs FACTS

The demand for English teachers abroad is huge.

Over 1 billion people enroll in English classes each year.

To but this in perspective that 13% of the world's population the combined populations of the United States, Indonesia, Brazil, Japan and Russia!


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Teaching Opportunities and Job Boards

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Asia - The Teach English hotspot

Almost every country in the world has some sort of teach English opportunity. But Asia wins the prize for the amount of demand for teachers and because of this your skills will be in high demand.

This includes perks to entice you to teach there.

  • Want to teach in China? They're the most likely to reimburse your airfare.
  • Singapore catching your eye? As far as salary goes, they're the most likely to pay you the highest salary - $2,800 - $3,500 per month.
  • Thailand tempting you? For those not sure about 12 month contracts, Thailand sometimes offer a contract as short as 5 months.
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Blogs

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Podcasts

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Books

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