FAQ's
Have questions? We have listed some common queries below. If you have any more questions, please contact us!
What age group will I have to teach?
In schools overseas, students of all ages study English. Children as young as three go to English kindergartens, while senior citizens study English as a hobby. You might be teaching elementary school students, junior or senior high school students, businessmen, housewives, other teachers, or people who need English in order to improve their employment options. Most schools do focus on one or two age groups, so if you have a very strong preference for one age group, make sure the school that you apply to teaches that age group.
What textbook will I have to use?
This is one of the first questions to ask a potential employer. Most schools will have an established curriculum already in place for you, but they will allow you to be creative in your teaching methods, so bring along our 721-page Resource Guide. You want to avoid schools that do not have any textbooks in place, and you also want to make sure that the textbook series you do use is from an English speaking country.
How many classes a day will I have to teach?
Again, this depends on the country. Some countries like Mexico or China ask you to teach three to four classes a day, while South Korea expects six classes. Most countries require at least five hours a day for teaching. We teach you in the class how to define a teaching 'hour' and how to negotiate overtime.
Is it possible for a friend and I to get jobs teaching in the same school or town?
Yes! In fact, some schools would much rather hire a pair than a single teacher. The cost for hiring, as well as living expenses, are cut in half, as well as the fact that if two people are travelling together they experience a less severe case of homesickness.
How often and in what way will I be paid?
Most schools pay their teachers once a month, usually on a given day. Schools will pay you with an envelope of cash on payday, directly deposit it into your account, or issue you a cheque.
What if I have to go home suddenly due to an emergency?
You must have a multiple re-entry visa on your passport. You can get this through your country's immigration office. You can't get this at the airport, so get it as soon as you arrive. Most contracts have a clause permitting you to go home in case of emergencies.
How long does an average work visa last?
Normally one year. Each country has different visa-granting rules and regulations, and these rules and regulations change often. We encourage you to contact the consulate or embassy of the country in question prior to departure for exact details. Be sure to find the contact information of your home country's embassy in the country where you are going.
Is it necessary to have teaching experience prior to taking a TESOL course/program?
Absolutely not. Our course is designed for anyone to complete and enjoy. Our students' age range is from 17 to 74, and each person takes away something different from the course. So if you are an experienced teacher, or even if you have never stood up in front of a class before, this course is for you!
Is the online/correspondence foundation TESOL course equally valued by overseas schools in comparison to the in-class foundation TESOL course?
Absolutely. There is no difference in the materials covered, regardless of the method of study.
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