I never thought that I would be a good teacher. I chose to teach not because I wanted to be a teacher, but because I wanted to travel and improve my Spanish. With time, teaching ESL has become my profession and my passion. So, what changed? (This post is part of an ongoing series of guest blogs sent by ...
Deciding where to teach ESL is an incredibly exciting process. There are hundreds of destinations to choose from, all with their own allure. Just when an amazing picture of a sunset pushes you toward Southeast Asia, someone will tell you about their unforgettable experience in Turkey. Your gut feeling should definitely guide you, but here are five practical elements ...
"Am I cut out to teach ESL abroad?" This is the question I asked myself 5 years ago. I just wasn't sure. I did not know what made an effective teacher, and I had only a vague notion of the types of challenges a new culture would bring. Both inside and outside of the classroom, I now realize that ...