{"id":11862,"date":"2024-08-29T14:19:26","date_gmt":"2024-08-29T20:19:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/?p=11862"},"modified":"2024-09-04T14:34:04","modified_gmt":"2024-09-04T20:34:04","slug":"teaching-english-abroad-a-step-by-step-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/blog\/blog\/teaching-english-abroad-a-step-by-step-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"Teaching English Abroad: A Step-By-Step Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;]<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"fu8eu\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Hello, intrepid explorer! With borders flinging their gates wide open after a long pause, the time is ripe for teaching English abroad. If you\u2019ve been bitten by the wanderlust bug and imagine yourself gallivanting around the world, empowering minds with the English language, you&#8217;re in luck!<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"o5nmf283\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"s2pue284\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">Before the world spun into a standstill, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britishcouncil.cn\/en\/EnglishGreat\/numbers\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"_917kU RsZTj\" data-hook=\"WebLink\"><u>the British Council was buzzing<\/u><\/a> with the news of around 2 billion English learners worldwide. Translate that into teacher talk, and you&#8217;ve got a whopping 100,000 teaching positions sprouting up yearly across more than 40,000 ESL schools!<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"9f31y2189\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><img src=\"https:\/\/static.wixstatic.com\/media\/c6d062_e8e5e5153d564e75a362c4d7955f40d1~mv2.jpg\/v1\/fill\/w_925,h_323,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto\/c6d062_e8e5e5153d564e75a362c4d7955f40d1~mv2.jpg\" alt=\"three people with their arms up standing on a rock at the ocean at dusk\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"au83k287\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><em>\u201cWhere do I even start?\u201d<\/em> I hear you wonder. But fret not, my friend! Strap on your adventure boots, because we\u2019re about to map out your journey to becoming a globe-trotting, English-teaching sensation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"jrmu6289\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"m3gl5290\" level=\"3\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\" class=\"j7Noy ZLxkq\">Step 1: Get TEFL Certified<\/h3>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"4ou0j292\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">You might have the enthusiasm and the native fluency, but to unlock the doors to the most reputable schools, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/blog\/teacher-certification\/7-benefits-of-earning-a-tefl-certificate\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"_917kU RsZTj\" data-hook=\"WebLink\"><u>you&#8217;ll need a golden key\u2014a TEFL certification<\/u><\/a>. It\u2019s your passport to proving you&#8217;ve got the chops to engage and inspire in the classroom. And you know what? Many TEFL programs come with a genie in a bottle\u2014job placement support, and sometimes, even a job placement guarantee in certain enchanting lands!<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"n5aue294\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"qjo6k295\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">For those of you taking the plunge for the first time, consider choosing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/courses\/in-class-tefl-destinations\/course-comparison\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"_917kU RsZTj\" data-hook=\"WebLink\"><u>an in-class TEFL certification<\/u><\/a>. Imagine this: Day one, you step into a vibrant classroom filled with fellow adventurers-in-the-making, all while soaking in the local sights and sounds. Of course, if you can&#8217;t start your odyssey just yet, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/courses\/online-tefl-courses\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"_917kU RsZTj\" data-hook=\"WebLink\"><u>online TEFL courses await your click<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"xu90k297\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"hhgb8298\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">Employers usually ask for no less than 120 hours of TEFL training to stamp your ticket with a work visa, so make sure your course fits the bill.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"5978x300\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"f4g66301\" level=\"3\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\" class=\"j7Noy ZLxkq\">Step 2: Begin Your Job Search<\/h3>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"wpwei303\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">Picture this: before you&#8217;ve even completed your TEFL course, you&#8217;re shaking hands (or bumping elbows) with your first employer, thanks to the wonderful folks assisting you during your course. Depending on where you are, you could be celebrating with a job offer in no time! Every country dances to its own beat when it comes to hiring, so do some homework on hiring seasons and prepare accordingly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"66vqo305\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"z5axf306\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jobs.teachingnomad.com\/jobs\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"_917kU RsZTj\" data-hook=\"WebLink\"><u>Teaching Nomad\u2019s job board <\/u><\/a>is like a treasure map; it\u2019s filled with listings, qualification details, and other nuggets to help you find your dream school!<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"qklwh308\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"mcc4f309\" level=\"3\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\" class=\"j7Noy ZLxkq\">Step 3: Obtain and Authenticate Your Documents<\/h3>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"1gg0q311\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">Let&#8217;s keep it real\u2014the paperwork jungle can be tricky to navigate. Passports, visas, and the myriad forms to fill can be daunting. But remember, in this story, you&#8217;re the hero, and heroes don&#8217;t back down from a challenge. They seek guidance from their trusty sidekicks! Teaching Nomad can step in as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachingnomad.com\/authentication\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"_917kU RsZTj\" data-hook=\"WebLink\"><u>your document-authentication superhero<\/u><\/a>, ensuring every dotted line is signed and every &#8216;t&#8217; is crossed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"r5t0w313\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"lukgu314\" level=\"3\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\" class=\"j7Noy ZLxkq\">Step 4: Prepare for the Costs and Logistics of Moving<\/h3>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"c3pkz316\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">Tales of adventure do come with a price tag. Certification fees, flights, and the cost of the nomadic lifestyle can add up. But take heart; many employers in Asia&#8217;s storybook lands will pitch in for your airfare and lodging. Chat up seasoned wanderers or connect with your Teaching Nomad guide to glean cost-saving secrets and logistical advice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"2o8tk318\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"0e003319\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">Ready to weave your own teaching saga? By embarking on an accredited TEFL certification course through Teaching Nomad, you&#8217;re taking the first grand stride. Our in-class TEFL courses span across Asia, Latin America, and Europe, and we tie the bow with our full placement assistance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"sqhb1321\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"cgj73322\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">\u201cTeaching English abroad enriched my life in ways I couldn&#8217;t imagine. Teaching Nomad was with me every step, turning challenges into triumphs. I can&#8217;t recommend it enough!\u201d beams Sarah, a jet-setting teacher from the UK.<\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"jolfa324\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"C6Y74 pxAw-\" id=\"kigw3325\" textstyle=\"[object Object]\" indentation=\"0\">Are you eager to plant your flag on the global map of English teachers? Sign up today! 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