Dave’s ESL Cafe for ESL Jobs Listings

If you’ve been surfing the web for ESL jobs, you’ve probably stumbled on Dave’s ESL Cafe.

Because it’s been around for decades, it’s been a consistent resource for those wanting to teach and travel abroad.

But how much quality control does Dave put into each ESL job posting?

And should you expect each and every ESL job posting to be a legitimate offer?

What is Dave’s ESL Cafe?

Since 2000, Dave’s ESL Cafe has been THE stomping ground for ESL job seekers.

Over the years, it’s morphed into something bigger becoming the central hub for teachers and learners.

But really… why?

On closer inspection, you’ll see that every section of the website is filled with bizarre cookbook ideas, random deleted forum messages, and outdated links.

It’s like walking into your grandpa’s basement…

You always expect to see something cool, but it never delivers.

Are Dave’s ESL Job Postings Legitimate?

Dave’s ESL Cafe does not quality control any of its ESL job postings.

If you want to compare, it’s kinda like having some sketchy sales guy constantly hovering over you trying to sell random stuff.

At least as a common courtesy, he should give the most common advice before accepting an ESL job offer.

For example:

• Protect yourself by talking to foreign teachers already working there now.
• Don’t accept an offer without doing research on the school.
• Don’t pay recruiters for their services because they get paid for filling in positions at school.

Instead, with rose-colored glasses, Dave tells you that everything is OK.

To Trust or Not To Trust?

I was hoping to touch on Dave’s ESL Cafe’s strong points, but I honestly don’t know what they are. There were red flags for Dave’s ESL Cafe entering 2000. Now there are signal fires.

Look, I’ll bet you the majority of ESL jobs on Dave’s ESL Cafe are legitimate. But going into a job offer blind is never a good thing.

TEFL’s Craigslist is not looking out for you by giving you rules before you accept an ESL job offer. Instead, Dave’s ESL Cafe turns a blind eye to decency.

Who runs the website anyways? Have the prisoners taken over the prison? Or is it whoever pays Dave the most?

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If you want to teach English without a degree, you should pay close attention to South America, Central America, and Southeast Asia.

But it’s not just here.

According to The TEFL Academy, it’s possible to teach English in Spain, Greece, Brazil, and Cambodia.

Also, don’t forget that degree requirements are changing all the time so make sure to confirm before you head over to your destination country.

Visa requirements are constantly changing.

Below is a general guideline as to which locations allow you to teach without a degree. But just in case, make sure to double-check as they are all not 100% confirmed.

Country	Degree Requirement	Salary
Argentina	No Degree Required	$600-1,200 USD per month
Bhutan	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$400-750 USD per month
Bolivia	No Degree Required	$500-900 USD per month
Brazil	No Degree Required	$700-1,500 USD per month
Cambodia	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$800-1,300 USD per month
Colombia	No Degree Required	$800-1,300 USD per month
Costa Rica	No Degree Required	$600-1,200 USD per month
Ecuador	No Degree Required	$500-1,000 USD per month
Egypt	No Degree Required	$800-2,500 USD per month
India	No Degree Required	$250-1,200 USD per month
Indonesia	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$600-1,200 USD per month
Jordan	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$600-1,400 USD per month
Lebanon	No Degree Required	$900-1,500 USD per month
Madagascar	No Degree Required	$500-1,200 USD per month
Mexico	No Degree Required	$500-1,200 USD per month
Morocco	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$1,000-2,200 USD per month
Panama	No Degree Required	$900-1,500 USD per month
Poland	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$600-1,300 USD per month
Romania	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$600-1,200 USD per month
Russia	No Degree Required	$800-1,500 USD per month
Slovakia	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$500-1,000 USD per month
Spain	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$800-1,800 USD per month
Sri Lanka	No Degree Required	$200-1,000 USD per month
Turkey	Degree Preferred. Not Required	$500-1,200 USD per month
Uruguay	No Degree Required	$800-1,400 USD per month

Teach Online

As the world shifts to virtual learning, anyone can teach online without a degree. You also don’t need to be a native English speaker. But the qualifications completely depend on the online teaching company. While some require a degree or teaching experience, other platforms don’t need any type of degree at all.

Even though this market is a bit saturated at the moment, online learning is here to stay. It’s one of the best ways for teachers and students to practice speaking in live conversation. But there are lots of English teaching jobs online such as Magic Ears, QKids, and Preply.

Central/South America

You are allowed to teach English in most countries in Central/South America without a Bachelor’s degree. But schools often don’t cover flights and housing so you’ll likely have to be on-site to apply.

In general, your wage is much higher than the national average. But it’s still low compared to Asia and hard to save money in countries like Colombia, Peru, and Chile.

It’s also more difficult to land a job in South America because of the lack of online job advertisements. It’s easier to be already there and knock at the doors of some institutions to find a job.

Teaching English in Argentina

Teaching English in Brazil

Europe

If you are part of the EU, then there are a lot of options to teach English in Europe even without a degree. If you are from Canada, Australia, or New Zealand, there are options for working holiday visas.

Students can apply for long-term student visas, which allow them to teach up to 20 hours per week. If you want to go to Germany, Portugal, or Poland, you can obtain a freelance visa for teaching English.

Unlike most countries in Asia that pay for your flights and accommodation, this does not exist in Europe. Even though it’s possible to teach without a degree, employers still prefer it if you have a Bachelor’s degree. There are also paid TEFL internship opportunities to start teaching in Europe.

Teaching English in Poland

Teaching English in Germany

Asia

If you want to teach in Asia, most countries require a Bachelor’s degree. All of the major countries that hire English speakers like China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan require a Bachelor’s degree for employment.

At the moment, some of the exceptions are Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos. But even though it’s not a requirement, these countries still prefer a Bachelor’s degree.

Asia hires the most English teachers than any other continent so you’ll likely have complete a university degree before you can obtain a visa.

Teaching English in Myanmar

Teaching English in Vietnam

Africa

English teaching positions in most of Africa are mostly on a volunteer basis. For example, the Peace Corps is one of the largest volunteering organizations for teaching in Africa.

If you don’t want to go with the Peace Corps, then international schools are another option. But many countries already speak English in urban areas so there is less of a demand for English teachers.

Some of the most popular TEFL destinations include Tanzania, South Africa, Namibia, Rwanda, and Mali. There are paid positions available in northern Africa in countries like Egypt and Morocco but they require a Bachelor’s degree.

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We analyzed 13,000 TEFL job postings to better understand the international TEFL job market.

Specifically, we looked at TEFL certification, ESL teacher salaries, and the number of jobs available.

We learned a lot about the TEFL industry.

And hope you do too.

1. China prefers ESL certification but Korea does not.

China is a booming TEFL location right now. But do employers actually care if you have ESL certification or not? Our study reveals that for the most part yes they do.

• 64% of TEFL jobs in China prefer or require teachers to have certification – Of that 64%, employers search for ESL teachers with TEFL and TESOL certificates the most.
• Only 17% of TEFL jobs advertised for Korea even mention certification – South Korea has the third most international ESL job openings, and only 17% of jobs advertised for Korea even mention ESL certification.

Regardless of your situation, TEFL certification can give you the boost you’ve been looking for in teacher training. If you’re going to teach English in China or Japan, these countries prefer teachers who are certified.

2. TEFL certification costs vary extraordinarily

How come ESL certification costs vary so much? In most cases, TEFL certification costs depend on the classroom format. If it has a classroom component, its costs instantly increase. But when it’s completely online, you end up paying less than half.

Knowing that TEFL certificates are valuable for teaching English in Japan, China, and other countries, a growing number of job offers require a minimum amount of hours for in-class training. This makes online TEFL certificate courses not as useful as in-classroom options.

With this said, there are tons of schools out there that don’t recognize any difference between TEFL certification, whether it’s online or in-class. Actually, the majority of English schools don’t care too much about where you got your TEFL certificate from. After all, it’s all about what you get out of it, and not your future employer. Let’s not forget that what you do matters to people probably more than you realize.

3. Hong Kong offers the highest TEFL salaries

Hong Kong outranks all other countries we studied in TEFL teacher salaries at about 24,400 HKD (3140 USD) per month. This is 23.6% more than Japan which offers an average salary of 263,000 yen (2400 USD). Knowing this, we have to examine living costs in both countries.

While the cost of living plus rent index is about 81.9 in Hong Kong, it is significantly lower in Japan at about 57.6. Both of these values are relative to New York, with New York being a perfect 100. But we found the majority of TEFL schools would cover housing costs in both countries.

When you take away rent from the cost of living, this makes Hong Kong the ideal location for saving money. In reality, everything is relative to what your school will provide for you. Further to this, it depends if you’re living in an urban or rural area. More in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (Dubai) had the highest salaries but found them to vary significantly across the job postings.

4. CELTA is the most rigorous type of certification

What is the optimal choice for TEFL certification? There are several types including TEFL, TESL, and TEFL. But the most rigorous out of all of them is CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). If you have a strong desire to teach as your career in the future, then CELTA certification fits your goal like a glove.

While TEFL and TESL come in many different flavors (online, and in-class), CELTA has the most consistent curriculum. For example, CELTA certification puts you in front of a class giving you practical teaching practice. Instead of teaching just theory, CELTA evaluates your skills with 120 in-class hours, four 1000-word assignments, and 6 hours of teaching practice. You can create ESL lesson plans and lead ESL conversation classes with confidence.

Besides, what good is a theory when you can’t put it into practice? CELTA helps prepare you to become the most effective teacher abroad compared to the other types of certification. Knowing all this, why do employers abroad prefer CELTA the least? (see #6 below).

5. China has the most TEFL job postings

I don’t know what it is: Is it because of its 1.2 billion population and growth in wealth over the years? Is it how education is deeply ingrained in Chinese culture?

Either way, China is bursting at the seams with TEFL jobs. Out of 13,000 ESL job postings, a whopping 41% were for China. In other words, 2 out of 5 international TEFL jobs are from China. There is no shortage of TEFL jobs in China even during the pandemic. There are a lot of TEFL job opportunities to teach in South Korea and Japan as well.

And not only is the average salary gently increasing in China, but the cost of living is still extremely reasonable. Despite the negative feedback from some TEFL teachers in China, it will continue to be an intriguing TEFL destination for the next couple of decades.

6. TEFL certifications are the most popular

Any type of ESL certification gives you an advantage when you want to teach English abroad. At the end of a certification program, you should have plenty of ideas for ESL worksheets and ESL games to keep your students engaged.

But our study reveals that TEFL certificates outrank all other types. To be honest, we don’t really know why. Unlike CELTA certification, TEFL is not regulated by an overarching committee. This means that any organization can package up its own TEFL certificate program.

For a CELTA certificate, you’ll often do a full course load with a bit of teaching practice, but this may not be the case with TEFL. There are online TEFL courses and face-to-face classroom courses as well. It could be all theory-bad or give you hands-on training.

This unpredictability makes TEFL costs fluctuate. Not only that, but it doesn’t really help standardize the industry. That’s why you often hear about TEFL scams but it’s unheard of with CELTA. But the numbers speak for themselves. TEFL outranks all types of ESL certificates for demand, with TESL and TESOL certification as a close second.

TEFL Jobs and the Industry

Now I’d like to hear from you:

Which result was most surprising to you?

Or maybe you have a question if you are going to teach English abroad.

Either way, leave a quick comment below right now.

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The Anatomy of Your Mouth

When speaking in English, it’s helpful to know how native speakers use their mouth. Whether you’re using adjectives/adverbs or putting together sentences with transition words, you’ll use a wide range of sounds of English.

In the diagram below, it displays some of the most common features of a mouth.

If you’re just starting out, you may surprisingly make use of some parts of your mouth you haven’t used before.

For example, certain sounds of English use tongue, teeth, and the roof of your mouth. This can be very foreign for ESL students and often requires a closer look.

/TH/ sound

For the /TH/ sound, your tip of the tongue goes in between your teeth.

/S/ sound

When you use the /S/ sound, your tongue goes behind your teeth and teeth go together.

/L/ sound

For the /L/ sound, your tip of the tongue goes on the roof of your mouth.

/R/ sound

When you use the /R/ sound, your tip of the tongue does not go on the roof of your mouth.

/B/ sound

For the /B/ sound, your lips are together and snap with a small puff of air coming out of your mouth.

/W/ sound

Similar to the /B/ sound, your lips should be full and round. But your lips don’t really touch and curls out as shown in the diagram.

/V/ sound

For the /V/ sound, your top teeth touch your bottom lips when saying the sound.

/Z/ sound

When you use the /Z/ sound, the tip of your tongue is close to the roof of your mouth without actually touching it.

Well, there you have it. These are some of the toughest sounds to pronounce in the English language.

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Is a Level 5 Course the Equivalent to CELTA

If you’re looking for a CELTA course, you might be fine taking the equivalent, accredited Level 5 training.

In fact, there are some TEFL courses that are ranked at the same level as a CELTA, which is like the gold standard in TEFL training.

Also, you can complete this type of certificate for CELTA online, with a blended portion in the classroom as well.

These are all recognized by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulated) which is the United Kingdom’s education regulation body.

TEFL Level 5 Equivalency: How It Works

Some TEFL providers offer a “Level 5 certificate, which is the same as the CELTA” and is a qualification in the United Kingdom.

“Level 5” refers to the methodology of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England and Northern Ireland.

A “Level 5 certificate” means that the level of education, knowledge, and skills required to complete the course is the same as that required to complete the CELTA. You can find which organizations are Ofqual-regulated through the search functionality.

This means that you have a level of English and education equivalent to the average high school graduate in the United Kingdom and be at least 18 years of age. If you want to learn more about what a Level 5 TEFL course is, here’s a video from Premier TEFL that explains if a Level 5 TEFL course is worth it in your situation.

1. The TEFL Academy (TTA)

The TEFL Academy offers a Level 5 TEFL course regulated by the UK government. Similar to ITA, TQUK ensures the highest standards and is at the same level as CELTA/Trinity CertTESOL.

Interestingly, TTA courses are recognized by DEAC (Distance Education Accrediting Commission) in the United States. Similar to TQUK, it’s the gold standard for accreditation in the US.

READ MORE: The TEFL Academy (TTA) Review: The #1 TEFL Program

2. Premier TEFL

The Premier TEFL CELTA-equivalent courses are English Government (Ofqual). If you’re interested in taking this equivalent CELTA online, these options are available.

As with any CELTA course, this certification gives you access to higher-paying jobs in a wider range of countries. It’s also a really good option for paid TEFL internship opportunities as well.

READ MORE: Premier TEFL Review: Are They Top Tier?

3. TEFL Institute of Ireland

The TEFL Institute of Ireland offers a Government Regulated LEVEL 5 TEFL Courses CELTA equivalent training.

Its internationally-recognized certification ensures the highest quality and that your qualification will be highly regarded by employers worldwide.

READ MORE: TEFL Institute of Ireland Review

4. The TEFL Institute

The TEFL Institute online course is ranked at the same level as a CELTA or TrinityTESOL.

This Level 5 Government Regulated course gives you more opportunities to work in countries that require a higher level of qualification.

5. International TEFL Academy (ITA)

The International TEFL Academy (ITA) course is accredited as a “Level 5” TEFL course. Any of their 4-week and 11-week courses have the same level of accreditation as CELTA.

In fact, ITAs courses are all externally monitored and approved at a Level 5 Ofqual (British Government). These are accredited by TQUK (Training Qualifications UK) which is backed by the British Government.

READ MORE: International TEFL Academy (ITA): An Honest Review

World-class training from CELTA

As you can see, it’s possible to obtain the equivalent CELTA certification by enrolling in TEFL courses with the same Level 5 equivalency as CELTA. All the courses above are recognized by Ofqual, which is the United Kingdom’s education regulation body.

CELTA is like the gold standard in TEFL education. By completing this type of training, you boost your chances of being employed in more countries in the world and earning higher pay.

You can take a CELTA course online and you get the same level of quality as in-class training. If you are interested in enrolling in an accredited TEFL course, check out our list of TEFL certification programs to help you get started.

Our Top 3 Picks

The TEFL Academy

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International TEFL and TESOL Training

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Free TEFL Certification: Is It a Waste of Time?

The old adage goes – If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

This expression is especially true for free TEFL certification.

The reality is that non-accredited providers are trying to pull off a great TEFL certification heist on you.

Because when you look at the fine print, it just doesn’t add up to what it’s supposed to be.

The Great TEFL Heist

Each free TEFL certification involves a hidden catch. Think about it. What else do they have in it for them to give to you? The most common caveats for free TEFL certification are:

• It’s actually a recruitment agency trying to hire you upon completion.
• Even if you do complete it, the certification is not accredited without holding any real value.
• They ask for payment to get a digital certificate in the end.

If you read them again, each scenario ends up being a waste of your time. In all scenarios, you’re better off picking a reputable TEFL course and doing it right from the start.

Now, I am not going to recommend any of the free certification options. I just couldn’t do that to you. Instead, I’ll list some of the reputable courses with TEFL scholarships. Each one will significantly cut the costs down from the full price.

1. The TEFL Academy (TTA)

The TEFL Academy is sponsoring a $2,500 scholarship for students who want to teach and travel abroad. To compete in this scholarship, students create a short video clip on YouTube. Students have to explain why they want to pursue an opportunity to become a TEFL teacher.

Topics can be anything from:

Start your adventure – Take the leap and start your adventure abroad.
Build a career – Live a rewarding career teaching children English.
Grow personally – Becoming a more effective teacher and growing academically.

READ MORE: The TEFL Academy (TTA) Review

2. Premier TEFL

If you’re looking for a lower-cost option without all the extras, Premier TEFL has a generous scholarship. Successful candidates receive up to 97% sponsored tuition for this scholarship.

Their paid TEFL scholarship combines 120 hours of teaching training. You can work up to three weeks in your course in 20 countries in the world. This type of teaching experience helps your resume stand out from applicants. There are also various Premier TEFL coupon codes throughout the year.

3. International TEFL Academy (ITA)

Here is one of the top TEFL certifications in the world today. Yep, it’s The International TEFL Academy (ITA).

While it’s a higher cost, you get what you pay for:

• Lifetime job support – Imagine having access to experts who will always help you get a TEFL job for life.
• Accredited certification – International TEFL Academy is legitimate and is accredited to the highest standards.
• Teaching Resources – You receive well-designed teaching material and a teaching practicum.

The International TEFL Academy offers a scholarship that can knock down the price by 36.6% from the original price. From the top TEFL provider in the world, this scholarship gives you even better value for the course.

READ MORE: International TEFL Academy (ITA) Review

Is Free TEFL Certification a Waste of Time?

We’re not going to recommend any of the free TEFL certifications out there because they’re mostly garbage and a time-waster. Definitely, TEFL Full Circle is pure garbage.

Instead, we give you some options to get a significant discount on the cost through a scholarship.

By doing it this way, you get the freedom to pick how you want to use it.

And you’re not chained to any non-accredited certification that you randomly find online.

READ MORE: Affordable and Cheap TEFL Courses

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Is the International TEFL Academy Legitimate?

Is there a voice in the back of your head asking: “Is the International TEFL Academy legitimate?”

If yes:

The short answer is yes. It’s a legitimate TEFL certification course and it’s not a scam. It’s not our #1 pick. But still, it’s legitimate.

Today, we will not only explain why the International TEFL Academy (ITA) is legitimate.

But why it’s also one of the top TEFL providers in the world today?

Accreditation From TQUK

First, there’s no overarching global body for TEFL accreditation. Instead, there are individual accreditation organizations that maintain certification standards. To be fully accredited, the TQUK (Training Qualifications UK) certifies the ITA, who are themselves Ofqual-approved.

Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is like the “watchdog” for regulating qualifications in England (not globally). So in the end, it’s the British Government that officially recognizes TQUK as a provider of accreditation, which certifies the International TEFL Academy.

If you want to take the Level 5 Ofqual accreditation, it meets a high level of quality and standards in England. But this isn’t the only reason why the International TEFL Academy is legitimate. You just have to start looking at its alumni and lifetime job support.

A Strong Alumni and Rating

6,000+ people every year enroll in the International TEFL Academy from all backgrounds of life. If you are on the fence, check out their Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram pages to see how big their community is.

The average rating for this TEFL course sits at about 4.7. When you look at rankings, it usually tops each list for TEFL providers.

• GoAbroad – 9.55/10
• GoOverseas – 9.33/10
• Google Reviews – 4.7/5

If you take a look at our TEFL certification ranking, we put their TEFL course at the top of the list. It beats out other great TEFL programs like MyTEFL.

We put together a list of 100+ reviews of the International TEFL Academy to help you understand if it’s the right choice for you. Take a look and see if you can grow personally and become a more effective English teacher.

Lifetime Job Support

How would you like to always have the necessary tools and expertise to help find a job in life? Throughout the course, you have access to their job search manual that lists affiliated schools around the world.

Before applying for a job abroad, their team will proofread your resume. And after you get an offer, the team also helps you review any job contracts. They have an excellent understanding of the global job market, which you will find valuable.

The International TEFL Academy not only cares about your experience as a student, but they also care about your experience as a teacher. Because of the ITA expertise, it gives a bit more flexibility on where you end up in the world. This level of service goes unmatched by any other TEFL provider.

Is the International TEFL Academy Legitimate

While it’s a big chunk of change to give to any organization, there are HUGE benefits to taking this TEFL certification. Their courses are not only available online, but they have in-person training centers in over 25 countries worldwide.

One of the most valuable parts of the International TEFL Academy is the required practicum. It gives you 10+ hours of experience in tutoring, teaching, or classroom observation.

When you apply for a job, some employers specifically need in-class teaching experience. This gives you the fulfillment to check that box. The practicum, advice, and lesson planning you receive are worth the extra money you pay.

That’s why we recommend the International TEFL Academy as one of the top certification providers in the world. We have it as one of the highest-ranked TEFL certification programs today.

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Coursera TESOL Review

Arizona State University’s TESOL program (via Coursera) delivers a course with all the necessary theory and practical strategies to be a successful English as a Second Language teacher.

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Coursera TESOL Review

I love Coursera. What you get are top-notch courses from universities around the world. Imagine showing potential future employers that your TESOL certificate is backed by a world-renowned university!  You’d be unstoppable!  But wait.  Not so fast. 

It’s just the TESOL brand that gets me. Unlike the widely popular TEFL certification, some employers are less familiar with TESOL. It’s just a name. But it’s an important one that can confuse employers.  We did a study for employers abroad and they are looking for TEFL certification over TESOL, CELTA, or TESL.

Another important point is that Coursera is not a dedicated institute for teaching English. You miss out on some of those benefits that you can get from a TEFL provider. You’re left in the dark when it comes to job placement opportunities, reviewing contracts, and salary benefits.

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One of the biggest advantages of taking the Coursera TESOL course is the learner outcomes are impressive. For instance, 53% started a new career and 33% got a pay increase for the TESOL certificate course!  This speaks volumes to the Coursera TESOL program’s success for graduates.

Throughout the course, students write lesson plans and build their teaching portfolios.  They also record themselves teaching.  Believe me, a bit of practice helps ease the nerves before getting in front of a real classroom.  Finally, students submit their teaching portfolios for expert review.

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MyTEFL Review

MyTEFL is a reputable and accredited TEFL certificate training institute. Although it is mostly virtual, it also offers TEFL courses onsite and for teaching English online. It has 40+ years of TEFL experience with reasonably-priced 120-hour courses.

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MyTEFL Review

MyTEFL is a highly reputable and fully accredited TEFL certificate training institute.   You have two separate accredited TEFL training courses to match your lifestyle.

• Online Course – You earn an accredited certificate without commuting to a live classroom setting.
• Onsite Course – If you want a traditional classroom setting, you have options to enroll in Thailand, Spain, or Argentina.

You can also choose the level of the TEFL program for how much you want to master. While the basic plan just gives you the bare minimum for a TEFL certificate, the Master TEFL Instructor adds the option for online teaching. We recommend choosing a course with at least 120 hours, as this has become the industry standard for TEFL certification.

READ MORE: The 15 Best TEFL Courses and Certification

Coursework

The modules for MyTEFL are relevant, clear, and well-structured. Instead of focusing on theory, the curriculum is practical and classroom effective.  The main difference between the MyTEFL course is how you build your teaching skills. For example, you gain knowledge in classroom management, grammar, and teaching English online. It covers everything from:

• Classroom management
• Teaching speaking, listening, writing, and reading
• Using teaching materials & aids

• Lesson planning
• Grammar (verb tenses, time, and modals)
• Designing testing systems

But the only complaint is that it does not provide any teaching practice or classroom observation. Even the Master Course doesn’t have a teacher practicum with real students and interactive feedback.

MyTEFL Internships

One of the great ways to start teaching and traveling is through the MyTEFL internship. They give teachers a unique opportunity to jump right into teaching. Besides that, you get a bit of guidance from professionals before you start as a TEFL teacher. No prior teaching experience is required, but you need to be willing to learn with a positive attitude.

As part of the MyTEFL internship, you get immersed quickly into a foreign country and help shake off some of the culture shock. Once you arrive, you get an orientation within the country of choice.

You get a lot of support throughout the internship so it’s good for absolute beginners. Although MyTEFL internships are limited to just 3 countries (Argentina, Spain, and Thailand), you can still build up your CV/resume and kick start your teaching career.

MyTEFL Review

MyTEFL certification is one of the more affordable TEFL certification options available today. They provide a modern TEFL course that you can choose either as a virtual learning program or an interactive live classroom experience. Even though we recommend the industry standard 120-hour TEFL Professional course, you pick how many hours you for certification with a more basic style.

MyTEFL is also good for job placement in countries like China, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Upon completion, participants have generally positive feedback in obtaining teaching job placements.

Also, MyTEFL is devoted to providing lifetime assistance to help you with job placement. Not only do they help with pre-departure (CV/resume, interviews, etc.), but they also help you with your post-departure (housing, bank accounts, and more)

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TEFL Institute of Ireland Review

The TEFL Institute of Ireland is trusted, respected, and accredited. It’s highly rated and is one of the leading TEFL providers with accredited fast-track, government-regulated, and online English teacher TEFL courses.

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TEFL Institute of Ireland Review

The TEFL Institute of Ireland has certified over 20,000 teachers. Also, 98% of graduates recommend taking the TEFL course. This makes it one of the most trusted, recognized, and respected TEFL providers in the world today.

Their Level 5 TEFL course is officially recognized by the United Kingdom government and is the equivalent to CELTA. With employer partnerships worldwide, the TEFL Institute of Ireland is there to help you get hired quickly.

TEFL Course Types

The TEFL Institute of Ireland offers three accredited courses with separate styles of learning:

• Accredited Fast-Track Course – If you’re tight on time or budget, the accredited fast-track course works well. You can achieve TEFL certification in just 4 weeks and are still recognized worldwide.
• Government Regulated Level 5 Course – These courses are the equivalent of CELTA. In case you don’t know what that is, it’s like the gold standard in training for teaching English.  This means it opens more doors for higher-paying jobs.
• Classroom Hybrid Blended Course – The hybrid blended course is a live online classroom training session from expert TEFL tutors at the TEFL Institute of Ireland.

Let’s take a look at some of the advantages of taking each type of TEFL course provided by the TEFL Institute of Ireland.

Accredited Fast-Track Course

If you decide to pick the accredited fast-track course, then our recommendation is the 120-hour Premier TEFL course. This duration is the industry standard required in a TEFL course and covers the core credentials needed to be an English teacher. It’s accredited which can help fulfill the basic visa requirements. Not only this, but it gives you the bare minimum you need to receive the proper training to be a TEFL teacher.

If you increase to the 180 Hour Advanced TEFL Course, you receive an additional 30-hour training course for teaching IELTS and TOEIC students. Finally, the 240 Hour Professional TEFL Course gives you 5 internationally recognized certifications. This includes the Premier, IELTS, TOEIC from the Premier, and Advanced TEFL Course. Also, you get specialized modules in Business English and Young Learners.

Government Regulated Level 5 Course

If you are from the United Kingdom and you want to teach ESL students in your home country, this is the only case that we recommend taking a Government Regulated Level 5 Course. The TEFL Institute of Ireland offers equivalent training to the CELTA program, which is the gold standard for teaching English.

If you’re not familiar with this type of certification, “Level 5” refers to the methodology of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in the United Kingdom. A “Level 5 certificate” means that the level of education, knowledge, and skills required to complete the course fulfills this framework, which includes CELTA.

Similar to the accredited fast-track course, you get more specializations based on the number of hours you enroll in. For example, you receive IELTS, TOEIC, Business English, and Teaching Young Learners in the 300-hour program.

Coursework

Core Modules

As a part of the core coursework, the focus is around 10 modules to prepare you to become a professional TEFL teacher.

• The role of a TEFL instructor
• Creating lesson plans
• Classroom management and behavior

• Teaching vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation
• Writing and speaking in English

Specialization Modules

If you decide to take the IELTS and TOEIC specialization courses, they will train you in the following areas:

• Learn about the IELTS exam and scoring
• Listening, reading, and writing
• IELTS speaking and vocabulary preparation

• Understanding TOEIC exam and scoring
• TOEIC Bridge testing
• All core concepts for TOEIC

Paid Internships

An onsite TEFL internship is where you get paid to teach and travel. They give teachers a unique opportunity to jump right into getting experience as an English teacher in a foreign country. For instance, the TEFL Institute of Ireland’s internships have opportunities to teach in China, Thailand, Italy, and Vietnam.

By working in onsite paid internships, you get immersed quickly. Besides that, it’s a great way to get acquainted with working in another country and help shake off some of the culture shock.  Also, accommodation is covered with in-country support. Lastly, you get country guidance for each step on your journey abroad.

TEFL Jobs and Placement

The TEFL Institute of Ireland provides expertise in job hunting with access to TEFL job boards. If you want to teach English abroad like in China or South Korea, a lot of employers require TEFL certification. It makes sense to make the most of it by getting one from an accredited TEFL certification program like the TEFL Institute of Ireland. Here are some of their partner schools for job seekers:

• English First
• Apollo English
• Nova

• JM English
• English For All
• AREL Koleji

• Disney English
• Harmony English School

TEFL Institute of Ireland Review

Overall, the TEFL Institute of Ireland is trusted, respected, and accredited. It’s highly rated and is one of the leading TEFL providers. One of the things I like the most is the number of courses you can take.

For those who are tight on time and budget, the accredited fast-track course is for you. But for those who maybe want to teach in the United Kingdom, the government-regulated Level 5 course opens more doors for higher-paying jobs. Finally, the Professional Online Teacher course is ideal for those who want to teach virtually.

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