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CELTA is an acronym for Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults.
Teaching English as a foreign language throughout the world requires qualifications recognized by global institutions. Training will vary depending on the country and school. CELTA is the most recognized certification for English language teachers, known for program quality and accepted by many organizations that employ English language teachers.
CELTA can be taken either full time or part time. Attending full time will take four to five weeks in total to complete the program. Part-time attendance can be stretched out over a few months to more than a year before obtaining certification.
CELTA features five units of learning for teachers. Language skills including reading, listening, speaking and writing are taught. Planning and resources for different contexts, teaching and learning context as well as language analysis and awareness are included in the five units. The last of the five units consists of developing teaching skills and acquiring methods of professionalism. There is no final examination at the end of the course. Assessment takes place throughout the course by the classroom observation of an appointed Cambridge ESOL moderator.
Obtaining a CELTA allows teachers with little or no experience the opportunity to qualify to teach in foreign language schools all over the world. Skills obtained in the program include effective teaching methods, practical skills for teaching English to adult students--an often different experience than teaching children--and hands-on teaching experience. TEFL allows teachers to travel the world while making a salary and learning new cultures and foreign languages.
Candidates attending a CELTA training course are required to attend the course in its entirety. A minimum of six hours of practice teaching needs to be completed. Teacher observation of at least six hours and a teacher portfolio has to be created and submitted of the written assignments and all materials relating to the practice teaching part of the course. Successful completion of the course also requires a recommendation from Cambridge ESOL classroom moderator.
Career opportunities for people that wish to live in another country can be limited. Many people have chosen to teach English as a foreign language, or take the TEFL route. Teaching English as a foreign language allows people to live in another country and experience a new culture and new opportunities around the world.
TEFL is an acronym that means teaching English as a foreign language. It issued primarily to discuss teachers that will be working in a different country teaching and teaching English to nonnative English speakers.
The acronym ESL means English as a second language. This often refers to the students that TEFL teachers will be teaching.
Many programs offer TEFL training. TEFL training can be found online or in-class, there are even hybrid lesions that are in-class and lesions that are on location (this may be a class that trains you on the appropriate ways to teach that is located in a different country). Lessons can cost as little as $150 (for a 20 hour online certification course) or as much as $2,000 (for an in-class, on-location course). The training will cover different techniques for the most effective way of teaching English without knowing the native language.
No standard certification when you take a TEFL course exists. Some international schools looking for English teachers will look for CELTA certification (Certification in English Language Teaching for Adults), IDELT certification (International Diploma in English Language Teaching), Cambridge ELT, or Trinity certification. Both of these certifications are standardized, and they offer the school that you will be teaching at a sense of security with their certification. Several schools offer certification that are not CELTA or IDELT certification.
Several American universities offer a masters degree in TEFL. A master's degree is often needed for people who wish to teach in TEFL training courses or wish to work in countries that are more impacted with TEFL teachers, such as in Scandinavia and Switzerland.
TESOL is an acronym that stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. It is the name of a field of work and study. It is also the name of a global professional organization.
English has become firmly established as the international language of business, trade, aviation, science, medicine and travel. Teaching language skills has become big business since the 1960s, in English-speaking countries and abroad.
TESOL, the professional organization, was founded in 1966. It provides support and advocacy for people working in the field of teaching English to non-native speakers of the language.
TESOL members are teachers, administrators, materials writers, researchers, curriculum developers and teachers-in-training in over 140 countries.
TESOL holds conventions where members can learn and share ideas, research and resources; organizes educational workshops, seminars and forums; provides career support and professional advocacy.
Members contribute to a wide array of publications, from newsletters and magazines to publishing research and textbooks. All materials published by TESOL are peer-reviewed.
TESOL encompasses all levels and types of teaching: K-12, college/university, adult, and specialities such as business, medical and aviation English, and English for tourism.
English as a Foreign Language is a popular subject in private language academies outside of English-speaking countries. While professors in U.S. universities generally need a doctorate to teach in their field, private English language academies abroad typically look only for a certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language or in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. These certificates require four weeks of full-time study, including the CELTA, the University of Cambridge's certificate program for teaching adults. For experienced English teachers looking for additional education, the University of Cambridge offers the DELTA diploma, which requires two to three months of study.
Ensure that you meet the requirements: a minimum age of 20, high school completion or equivalent and good English language command.
Search for a CELTA school on the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations website.. Authorized CELTA centers are in 54 countries so you can choose one close to home or wherever you desire.
Inform yourself about the course, as each center will typically have different start dates throughout the year. Some centers offer part-time courses in addition to the standard full-time courses.
Apply directly to the school. You will need to complete an application form and pay the course fee.
Complete the course, including written assignments and supervised teaching practice. The course aims to impart the knowledge and skills a teacher in a private English language academy with adult students will need. The course includes learning about topics such as language analysis and lesson planning as well as supervised teaching practice.
Receive a passing grade. If your written assignments and teaching practice components are deemed satisfactory, you will receive a passing grade in the course and become CELTA certified.
Ensure that you meet the requirements: have a CELTA or other basic teaching qualification, at least 1,200 teaching hours (two years, full-time) in the last five years and good command of the English language.
Search for a DELTA school on the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations website. You will see authorized DELTA centers in 20 countries.
Inform yourself about the course, as each center will typically have different start dates throughout the year. Some centers offer part-time courses in addition to the standard full-time courses.
Apply directly to the school. You will need to complete an application form and pay the course fee.
Complete the course, consisting of three components: coursework, case study assignment and written examination.
Receive a passing grade. If all three components are judged satisfactory, you will receive a passing grade and receive a DELTA diploma.
TOIEC stands for Test of English for International Communication. It is a test to assess an individual's proficiency in English, as well as the person's suitability for the global workplace. Many employers require the TOEIC test, especially companies in English-speaking countries that hire graduates from abroad. The TOIEC measures four English communication skills: listening, reading, speaking and writing.
It is important to prepare for the TOIEC test even if you have a good grasp of English. Sharpening your test-taking skills will benefit you, and answering sample questions will help you prepare for the test. Educational Testing Service (ETS), which administers the TOIEC, also suggests reading the TOIEC Listening and Reading Examinee Handbook. It also provides sample tests on its website if you don't want to pay for test preparation.
Tests are administered 12 times each year in the United States. You can register online on ets.org, or through mail by sending in an application form. The registration deadline is Thursday the week before the test at 5 p.m. When registering, you must choose a test center and reserve a seat. The cost for the test is $75.
Each of the listening and reading parts has 100 items. Two and one-half hours are allotted for the test, with 45 minutes for the listening section and 75 minutes for the reading section. The listening portion involves questions and short audio conversations in English, and test takers must answer questions based on the audio. For the reading part, test takers answer questions that involve completing English sentences, recognizing grammatical errors and comprehending passages.
The speaking test has 11 questions that must be answered in 20 minutes. Scores for the speaking portion range from 0-200, and tests the candidate's ability to read text aloud, describe a picture, respond to questions and solve problems. The writing test has eight questions that must be answered in 60 minutes, and scores range from 0-200. Candidates must respond to the questions in proper written English.
There are two ways that ETS administers the TOIEC test. Through the Public Testing Program, students can sign up with ETS to take the test. The second way is specifically for those outside the U.S., through the Institutional Testing Program, in which the test is given on-site by a company or school affiliated with ETS. ETS has local preferred network offices throughout the world for international students to use as a resource for the TOIEC test.
More and more people are going abroad to work as English teachers. For some, it is a way of fulfilling a long-term dream of teaching and sharing a foreign culture. For others, it’s a chance to experience a new world, travel and have fun. Whatever your reasons are for wanting to teach English, China should be at the top of your list. The country has a huge demand for teachers, few requirements and usually covers travel expenses and other secondary costs for new teachers.
Obtain a job offer. You will need this in order to obtain a work visa. Once you arrive in China, you will have 30 days to exchange the visa into a residency permit (this is a requirement, not an option). Be aware that legitimate schools will never ask you to go to China on a tourist visa. This is not only illegal, but highly dangerous; there’s a big chance that you won’t be able to exchange your visa for the right one and will either be deported or forced to stay illegally.
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in China.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Dec 2013 |
Recruiter 收件人: CNTeachinjiangsu |
Age of the teachers, some of our middle school level program schools prefer the candidate teacher under 55 years old. University or college school accept the candidate teacher under 60's. By the way, female teachers are always welcome if they are between 50-60's. It's very difficult for the schools to apply foreign expert for a candidate teacher who is over 60's since last two years. Generally, 60's is the limited, unless a candidate teacher who has a PhD/Prof. title, and apply to teach at a national level one of the Top 20 university in China,then 65's will be acceptable. |
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Dec 2013 | Recruiter | 59 | We only can place 50-59 years old teachers (if they are in China with work visa,that will be much better).The Foreign Affair Office can not offer work visa to foreign teachers over 60 years old. | ||
2013 | 63 | 66 | I was 63 when hired by a university in China. There are people here in their 70s. |
There are 6,000 to 10,000 expatriate English teachers working in Hong Kong. They are mostly from Australia, New Zealand, the UK and North America. English-language proficiency has retained its importance in Hong Kong, despite massively increased resources for Putonghua/Mandarin teaching since the 1997 handover. If you speak English, it is generally easy to get around, make yourself understood and do business.
Faced with decreasing levels of English capability, the government has launched various initiatives in recent years to improve the level of English in schools and the workplace. There is a strong social bias in favour of English. In most cases people who know English get higher salaries and enjoy better job prospects. This is a strong incentive for many Hong Kongers to learn it.
As in many places in Asia, demand for English teachers can exceed supply. This does mean, there are still private language schools in Hong Kong that may employ unqualified teachers. These schools usually pay below average wages.
For full-time primary and secondary teaching positions you will need a degree plus PGCE, or education degree and experience of teaching English. For tertiary full-time teaching, a Masters in Applied Linguistics/TESOL is recommendable. For part-time teaching, you’ll probably need a degree, TEFL Certificate and some teaching experience. The academic year runs from September to June, so most full-time recruitment happens between February and April.
Most English teachers prefer to work in tertiary institutions because the working conditions are good and salaries often higher than in private language schools. Tertiary language centres commonly employ a mix of full- and part-time teachers.
Full-time tertiary English teachers are usually sponsored by an institution, which does the paperwork for work visas. They receive basic health insurance, generous periods of leave and often a bonus of 10–15% paid at contract end. Full-time salaries vary but are usually between HK$28,000 and HK$50,000 a month.
Part-time teachers can register as a business and seek to obtain an ‘investment’ visa or a work visa if they find a sponsoring host institution willing to employ the applicant for sufficient hours to meet the qualification criteria. First-time visa applicants are usually granted a single-year visa. On renewal, a visa may be extended for one, two or three years.
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Hong Kong.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Unconfirmed Reports up to 70 with permission |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in India.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Unconfirmed known teacher working 68 |
If your dreams include teaching your native language in a school in the heart of Tokyo or a small town outside the hustle and bustle of the city, you can fulfill those wishes by following a few steps and being patient. The process to gain a working visa to teach in Japan is fairly simple but will take some time to complete, as there are multiple hurdles, albeit small ones, to jump over before you are sitting in a classroom full of eager faces.
There are four main ways to work in Japan; work visa, working-holiday visa, spousal visa and to work illegally on a tourist visa.
Work Visa
In order to receive a work visa, you will first have to get hired. Your employer will help you fill out all the necessary paperwork and you will have to apply at a Japanese embassy. A bachelors University degree is required in order to receive a work visa. It doesn’t matter what subject you majored in. There are stories of teachers using fake degrees certificates bought online or in countries like Thailand, however I have never met anyone who has admitted to doing this. The visa category is “Specialist in Humanities” which basically means you are only allowed to teach English. It is illegal to accept employment in other occupations, however many teachers work in bars and do other work without any repercussions. When you renew your visa you will have to show that you are teaching English.It is possible to change to other visa options should your occupation change, however these positions are generally work that can not be done be Japanese. Casual work in bars and restaurants are definitely not included.
Working-Holiday Visa
Countries like Canada, Australia, UK and New Zealand have a work-holiday arrangement for people under 30 years old. The working-holiday visa is meant to allow you to work part-time while experiencing Japan, but this restriction is impossible to enforce. The visas are generally for six months to 1 year and are renewable up to a maximum of 18 months. This is a great way to come to Japan, especially if you don’t have a university degree.
Spousal Visa
Being married to a Japanese national, is a free pass for working in Japan. You can work in any occupation and work as much or as little as you want.
Tourist Visa
There is also a common, illegal way to work in Japan and that is to come to the country without a work visa. You are allowed to enter Japan for a maximum of 90 days, but a quick and inexpensive trip to Korea, Vietnam or other countries in the region will allow you to re-enter for another 90 days. It is probably safe to do this once, but this is not a way to stay long-term in Japan. Many foreigners are known to have been caught and deported on their second or third re-entries. Immigration officials will want to see proof that you are not working in Japan if you are going to keep coming back. Large companies will not hire you without a visa, but it is definitely possible to find casual work at smaller English schools and bars. Beware, illegal workers are frequently taken advantage of. This type of work is not for the faint of heart.
It is possible to come to Japan on a tourist visa and then find a employer to sponsor a work visa while already in the country. The only requirement is that you must have your work visa validated at an embassy outside of the country. Seoul is the most popular city for a visa run because it is only about 90 minutes away and flights can be had for relatively cheap. If you are going to go this route, make sure you give yourself at least one week in the foreign country because there can often be visa processing delays.
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Japan.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Unconfirmed, can work till 65 in some schools but for university they prefer under 35 due to pay scales Proposal for raising retirement age of public varsity teachers to 65 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Pakistan.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Unconfirmed many teachers hired over 60 |
South Korea, right next to Kim Jong-il's dictatorship in the North, is fast becoming one of the countries of choose for foreigners to teach English. Firstly native English speakers are in high demand and secondly, and the real sealer, is that pay is not only good, but in general your flights and accommodation are paid for. So what's the catch? Well, your employer is likely to expect a lot from you. In fact, half the fight of English teaching in South Korea is finding a good school.
E2 Visa - Teaching visa for public and private schools in South Korea
Mandatory requirements for obtaining an E2 visa with Korean Immigration ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
E1 Visa - Teaching visa for university and college level instructors
Mandatory requirements for obtaining an E1 visa with Korean Immigration ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
F4 Visa - Work visa for Kyopos (overseas Korean nationals)
Mandatory requirements for obtaining an F4 visa with Korean Immigration ![]() |
E5 Visa - Professional employee work visa for Korean corporations
Mandatory requirements for obtaining an E5 visa with Korean Immigration ![]() |
F3 Visa - Extended tourist visa for family members
Mandatory requirements for obtaining an F3 visa with Korean Immigration ![]() ![]() |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at hagwons, schools, universities in South Korea.
Date | Hagwon/School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Dec 2013 | St. Paul Preparatory Academy | 52 | 56 | American |
Contract ends March 2014 - Click here to hire me. |
2013 | Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan | 57 | 63 | American | Contract will not be extended pass 65 |
2011 | Prime English Academy, Geoje | 63 | 64 | American | Contract not renewed |
Unconfirmed some teachers 70+ but on low pay grade |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Sri Lanka.
Date | School/University/Recruiter | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Dec | EnglishJobFinder | EJF has contract for prefered (qualified) teachers (NO age limit) contact us for details | |||
Reports of no interviews over 60 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Taiwan.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2012 | 62 | 68 | I will be 68 in 2013. I was hired at 62 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Brunei.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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54 | Entered country at 54 years and 6 months but you may remain working until at least 60 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Cambodia.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Known teachers are over 66 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Indonesia.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Require permission over 60 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Malaysia.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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50 (60) unless school wants to keep you |
Thailand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. As the tourism industry booms in Thailand, an increasingly high number of Thai people interact with English speakers through work and other means. Because of this increased exposure, Thai people want to learn English more than ever before, and opportunities for native English speakers abound in Thailand.
Whether you want to teach English as a freelancer or are looking for a long-term, full-time job as an English teacher in Thailand, you'll find some tips here to get you started on the job hunt.
You must apply for a non-immigrant visa, particularly a Non-Immigrant B Visa, from your home country and before entering Thailand. As of August 2009, the cost of this visa is 2,000 Baht for three months and 5,000 Baht for one year. You can apply for this visa at your local Royal Thai embassy or consulate. Before working in Thailand, you must have a work permit. Employers in Thailand will typically apply for this work permit on your behalf, so once you have secured a job, ask your employer how to proceed with the work permit.
Link to the Thai Embassy FAQ - Visa to Thailand
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Thailand.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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No interviews after 60, can lose up to 75% of pay |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Vietnam.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Reports working at 65 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Alaska.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Known teachers 63+ |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in United States.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Known teachers 71+ |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Peru.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2011 | Known teacher 65 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Colombia.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2012 | Known teacher 62 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Mexico.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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Teachers 64 and over have problems with medical insurance |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Czech Republic.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2009 | 67 | 67 year old on staff |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Poland.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2013 | 63 | 64 | Known teacher aged 64 |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in United Kingdom.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2013 | 74 |
Known teachers 74+ public and private |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Kuwait.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2012 | Known teacher 61+ by schools discretion |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Morocco.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2015 | The American Language Center (ALC) of Mohammedia | 45 | 46 | American | Age : The ALC is the first to recognize the value and talent of older teachers, but the Moroccan Ministry of Labor will not issue a work permit to non-Moroccans aged 60 or older, which means we cannot offer positions to teachers 59 and older. |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Oman.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2012 | Known teacher 60+ |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in Turkey.
Date | School/University | Age of teacher | Age when Hired | Nationality | Comments |
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2013 | Bilkent Laboratory and International School - BLIS | 56 | 55 | American |
On a two year contract What I've found is that you can continue to work past 65 internationally, and you can get a job before you're 65, but once you hit 65,no one will hire. Unless it's for high up administration like principal. |
2011 | Unconfirmed Known teacher 66+ |
This is a chart either sent via email or commented below, of teachers either working or known to have worked at schools, universities in UAE.
Date | School/University | Age when Hired | Age of teacher | Nationality | Comments |
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2012 | 59 | Known teacher 59 |
Australia is an attractive destination for tourists and migrants alike, offering miles of coastline and a high quality of life. Its location in the South Pacific makes it a melting pot for many different cultures, particularly from Asian countries.
As a result, there are a number of people who need to learn English, which means that Australia needs experienced English teachers.
If you hold a TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certificate, you are qualified to teach English as a foreign language in Australia. The more training and experience you have, the better chance you will have of finding a job in Australia.
TEFL training company i-to-i suggests their 100-hour Combined Course for a job in a small language school. Australia has many ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) schools, but to teach here you must have a CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) or a Master's Degree in teaching English as a Second Language.
If you are a trained teacher, you may hold the appropriate qualifications for teaching English in Australia. First, you must have your overseas qualifications recognized by the Australian Government. See teachingaustralia.com.au to find out if you need to have your skills assessed.
If you have recognized teaching qualifications in Australia, you may be eligible to apply for a Skilled Migrant visa, which will allow you greater flexibility when seeking work.
You must hold a valid Australian work visa in order to teach English in Australia. Teachers from the USA can apply for a 12-month Working Holiday Visa (immi.gov.au), which will allow them to work legally for up to one year.
The stipulations of this visa state that you can only work for up to six months for each employer, so it is not ideal for people looking for long-term work.