Women teachers who made history by changing the world

international womens day teacher celebrating women teachers

The impact that teachers make, inside and outside of the classroom, ripples far and wide.  Making a difference is pretty much written into the job description, and every day teachers change the world in a number of ways, both large and small.  Whether it’s setting a student on a new path, helping your school find […]

Yes, you can become a teacher without a degree in education. Here’s how

If you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about becoming a teacher. That nagging feeling that you’re not suited for what you just spent four or more years studying? You shouldn’t ignore it. Or maybe you’re contemplating a career change into teaching. If you’re looking for a fresh challenge, it’s never too late to switch to […]

Become a better teacher with our professional development courses

As a teacher, you never stop learning. There will be lessons you totally nail, “ah-ha!” moments that you make possible, and a ton of cute thank you cards on your desk at the end of the year. Most days, however, you’ll walk out of a lesson thinking about what went well and what you need […]

Can I get a teaching degree online?

Are you considering enrolling in an online teaching program instead of a classroom-based one? Well then, you’re in luck! You can get a teaching degree online. As distance learning becomes more and more mainstream, the majority of public and private four-year institutions in the US now offer a wide variety of highly reputable online teaching […]

9 essential tips to pick the best online TEFL certification

At first glance, most online TEFL certification courses seem to have a lot in common.  They’re flexible and convenient.  They cover similar topics.  They come with the promise of finding a teaching job quickly in the booming global TEFL industry. But look a little closer and you’ll find quite a few differences between courses, from […]

How to use your degree to make a career change into teaching

Ask yourself these questions: Is teaching my true calling? Would I love to work with kids? Am I looking to switch up my career and learn some new skills? There are so many great reasons to make a career change into teaching and so many potential teachers who are put off at the thought of […]

What is a teaching license or teaching credential?

You’re thinking of applying for your dream job when you come across the required certificates section and see “Teaching Credential/License”. But, what exactly does that mean? What is a teaching license? It’s a teaching credential that allows you to legally work as a teacher within a designated area. And depending on where you’re from a teaching […]

5 tips for getting a TEFL certification online while you travel

Need a TEFL certification but you’re itching to take off to a faraway place ASAP? You can travel the world and get certified at the same time with an online TEFL certification course. As Teach Away’s TEFL Program Lead, I get a lot of questions from prospective students who want to get certified but don’t […]

5 reasons why you need a TEFL certification to teach English abroad

If you’re just starting to research teaching English abroad – and don’t have all the lingo down yet – you may be asking yourself: what’s a TEFL certificate? Well, if you’re dreaming of teaching English abroad and seeing the world, a TEFL certificate is your ticket to making your dreams come true – it was […]

Life after teaching abroad: 5 tips for transitioning back to life at home

All great adventures must come to an end, and for most TEFL teachers this means packing up your suitcases, saying your goodbyes and heading back home. If you haven’t been in your home country for a few months or years, whether you’re thrilled to be back or longing for the place you just left, transitioning […]