Choosing the Best Country to Teach English Abroad

Want to get away?

And we don't mean in the Southwest Airlines advertising campaign way.

Do you want to get to the other side of the world and stay longer than a week or a month? Could you be away from your home country for six months or a year?

Welcome to the TEFL world! TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Those who are native English speakers have been traveling the globe, teaching English, visiting countries, and obtaining the international experience that makes most people jealous.

Completing your industry standard 120-Hour TEFL Certification is paramount to this employment path, but choosing the proper country to live and work in is a huge step in the process.

Think about yourself for a moment.

What challenges you?

What do you like?

What is your favorite food?

What is your favorite music?

What do you want to get out of the experience?

These are just a couple of the items to consider so that you can find the country that will keep you excited, happy and eager to start this new leg of your personal journey.

For instance, do you love sushi? Do you like interacting with a kind and generous people who hold teachers and instructors in high regard? Do you want to save some money? Do you want to thrive in a society where the electronics are on the cutting edge and where you can always find a late night karaoke joint to belt out your favorite Billy Joel or Britney Spears songs?

Japan is the place for you. "The land of the rising sun" welcomes foreigners with that powerful skill-set of being able to speak and teach English. Don't worry about the teaching part, TEFL Institute molds people with no teaching experience into first-rate English language experts. And the expert staff of TEFL Institute help you with lifetime job placement assistance.

Once you have your TEFL certificate, set your sights on the third largest economy in the world. Practically every Japanese street corner features a couple of English language schools. Most citizens have a background in the language from their elementary and high school days. The same way you might have studied French or Italian in school, the Japanese exceed all expectations with their work ethic and diligence.

Want to be in Asia, but don't want to reside in small country like Japan?

Hello China! Westerners are flocking to China in droves to take advantage of special perks like free airfare and housing with teaching contracts.

China is blowing up socially, culturally and economically. There are more people wanting to learn English in China than there are native speakers of the language. Jobs are plentiful for certified English teachers. When you are not in the classroom you will have the Great Wall of China, The Forbidden City and the Terracotta Army - one of the greatest archaeological finds in the last century to keep you occupied.

South Korea is another highly sophisticated society that attracts English teachers from all backgrounds interested in teaching non-native speakers, while learning about the South Korean way-of life. Students actually give themselves English names when studying the language. Outside school, South Korean bar-b-q is considered the best in Asia, and if you are a history buff, than the 38^th parallel and the ancient capital of Seoul are destinations that must be explored.

Prefer warmer climates? Interested in brushing up on your Spanish? Chile, Spain, and Costa Rica are highly desireable locales. If you studied Portuguese and want to become more fluent than Brazil is ideal. Offering sun, splendor and highly motivated students that you can make even smarter, Brazil is a playground for all who visit her lovely shores. The Latin people of the world appreciate good food, good wine and of course the good life!

Want to teach English somewhere that puts a dozen other countries within a train ride? Ever dreamed of having breakfast in Poland, lunch in Czech Republic, and dinner in Germany - all in one day? This is possible with an English teaching job in any of these countries. You won't make as much money in Europe compared with Asia, but you will be exposed to an amazing quality of life and many vibrant cultures that continue to attract sightseers from all over the world.   

No matter what your hobbies, passions or background a TEFL Institute advisor will relay your options. If you want to get excited about a plan that will take you overseas to adventure and opportunity, fill out a contact form by clicking here.

Whether you prefer classic European architecture, the hustle and bustle of a modern city, or the laid back nature of a quiet community, TEFL Institute's 120-Hour course is your ticket to it all.

Start your adventure today.