What qualifications do I need to teach English abroad?

To teach abroad, you will only need your TEFL certificate for most countries. Some countries such as Japan and South Korea only give a work visa to teachers who have a degree, so you would need to be a graduate and be TEFL qualified to work there.

Can a non native speakers teach English in Germany?

Yes. Non-native speakers can teach English abroad and online. While some countries require citizenship from a native English-speaking nation, there are still dozens of nations where schools will hire non-native speakers.

Do you need a TEFL certificate to teach English abroad?

TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and you generally need a TEFL certificate to teach ESL. You might be able to get a teaching job abroad without a TEFL if: You have experience. If you’re already an experienced teacher, you might not need a TEFL.

Does TEFL expire?

Not only does a TEFL certification not expire, it’s also accepted worldwide.

How can I teach English abroad without being a native speaker?

Here are three companies that can help connect you to teaching jobs for non native speakers.

1. Premier TEFL. Premier TEFL has a slew of programs that support folks who want to try teaching English as a non-native speaker.
2. International TEFL Academy.
3. i-to-i TEFL.

Can I teach English without a certificate?

TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and you generally need a TEFL certificate to teach ESL. Believe it or not, though, you don’t always need a TEFL certification to teach abroad. You might be able to get a teaching job abroad without a TEFL if: You have experience.

Can I teach English abroad or teach online as a non-native speaker?

People from around the world always ask us, “can I teach English abroad or online if I’m not a native speaker?” Yes, you absolutely can teach English abroad or teach English online as a non-native speaker! We’re happy to debunk this myth.

How do I become an ESL teacher abroad?

You can be an ESL teacher in various countries or for online teaching companies. Give it your best shot–get your resume up to scratch, figure out where the best places to teach abroad are and keep an eye out for the right opportunities on our job board . Good luck!

Do you need a TEFL certificate to teach English online?

With online jobs, you don’t always need a college degree or experience to be hired, though it is important to have a TEFL certificate. Additionally, earning a Specialized Online Teaching Certificate will make your profile stand out among other candidates.

Does international TEFL Academy accept students from other countries?

International TEFL Academy is happy to accept students from around the world to take our TEFL courses, however many English teachers from non-native English speaking countries are extremely limited in the countries where they are likely to obtain employment.