Wait a second… what was that? The nights are drawing in and here at The TEFL Org Castle, we’re starting to feel things go bump in the night. In the woods nearby, we’re pretty sure we hear cauldrons bubbling. We can’t move around for bats flapping their wings and then, of course, there’s the groans […]

We all know the clichés about teenagers. They’re emotional, they’re always tired, they think parents and teachers are embarrassing and they’re always on their phones. Right? We get it, we’ve all been teenagers at one point, with our mood swings, our musical tastes that absolutely were not a phase and fashion that still holds up, […]

It might sound obvious, but one of the most important things you can do as a teacher is respect your students. Fostering positive relationships with your English learners is imperative – it means they listen to you, you’re attuned to their needs and motivations, and you’re more likely to have positive outcomes.  A massive part […]

At The TEFL Org, our mission is clear: we want to provide you with the best quality and most highly accredited TEFL courses on the market. We also want to give you the most up-to-date and comprehensive information about how you can use your TEFL certificate. That could be teaching overseas in any number of […]

As a TEFL teacher, there’s a very strong chance that you’ll instruct classes of young learners at some stage during your career. Whether you’re building experience right at the start of your career, or you’re decades into your teaching journey, the chances are you’ll either currently be teaching young learners, or you’ll have dealt with […]

There are countless motivations for getting into teaching English as a foreign language, and all of them are worthy. It could be that, simply put, you’re bored with where you live and where you work, and you want to radically change your life. Perhaps, you’ve always wanted to teach, but due to any number of […]

So you’ve got yourself a TEFL certificate and you’re ready to take on the world, one lesson at a time. You’re waiting for your first student to pick up a call, or you’re stepping into a classroom for the first time, and amongst the excitement, there are some nerves in there. Will the students like […]

When it comes to being a TEFL teacher, networking is everything. Being able to get along with people, make friends and establish connections is crucial. It makes sense, doesn’t it? Whether you’re talking to a 5-year-old or a 95-year-old, being personable and empathetic is one of the most important things you can do as a […]

We have some fantastic news: The TEFL Org is a certified B Corp. It’s an enormous honour and a privilege to join some serious heavyweights of international business, all while putting ethics and sustainability at the forefront of what we do. To be a B Corp-certified outfit, you have to meet a “high standard of […]

On the 8th of September, the world celebrates International Literacy Day. Even in 2025, illiteracy remains a significant barrier across large parts of the world, from even the most “developed” nations to the most isolated outposts the world has to offer. Celebrated since 1967, UNESCO’s International Literacy Day is a celebration of all things reading […]