Of course having a TEFL qualification is necessary. However, I’ve found in life it’s who you know and how you build relationships, that gets you places.
True, but education is something that nobody can’t take from you, lastly, a degree is worth the effort which shows companies or employers that you’ve dedicated sometime in effort in reaching higher education. For example, can you be can you be a doctor just because you’re connected? No! You need to have some licenses and certifications and 99.9 education. However, private companies are different and just they higher somebody doesn’t mean that person is capable of doing the job… it’s better to be prepared than unprepared, just my opinion
@ShakaTech_ Zone this is very true. I am educated and experienced in many fields of work yet have barely earned money and never been promoted because I dont have connections. Introvert problems
BeccaMariee15 yes. Some places will say they don't recognise an associates (the government) and try to hire you without a proper work visa though. Beware of that
Are there still positions you can get without a college degree and just TEFL. I was an instructor in the US Army but don't think that would qualify for much
Joseph Childs I am not sure. I would check places like Vietnam and Cambodia. I heard of people without degrees and just a tefl getting jobs there. Good luck!
Joseph Childs I have been working in Cambodia for 8 years without a degree. I did in class TEFL and a couple of years later in class CELTA course + a few other short online teaching courses and workshops. I got into a good school but was replaced as soon as a backpacker arrived with degree - they don't care about the effect constantly having a new teacher has on kids, or even adults... Anyway, even though I can get a job because of my many years experience, I still earn less than someone who has a degree but NO experience and my job prospects are limited to teaching kids, and in part-time classes in cheaper schools, which command less salary. Because there are now so many people wanting to teach, salaries haven't gone up at all, although inflation is quite high: $10 net salary per hour is still common - anything less and you will notice the pinch during the holidays. The fact is that even cheaper schools are starting to demand a teacher has a degree or work history with youth.
As teachers, or want-to-be tutors, it’s far more responsible and authentic to ask, “Which course certification will best prepare me to be an effective ESL teacher?” With over a decade of classroom teaching I still learned so much from CELTA. It was tough and expensive, but, in my opinion, worth it.
CELTA is recognised worldwide and is the gold standard. It may cost a few thousand but it is a longer course with many practical hours of teaching actual students. It is a difficult course which sets you up for all aspects of teaching to all age groups. A 1 week TEFL will not compare to a CELTA. You owe it to yourself and your future students to aim a lot higher. Of course this guy is going to encourage online TEFL's, he provides them!
The main difference of in-class versus online is the practicum component. 6-8 hours of observed/critiqued teaching with real students is the most important part. It's a course on learning how to teach. You can't learn how to drive by just reading the operator's manual. Read the instructions (gas, brake, right, left..ok got it!) then hop in and go for a spin downtown with your friends... You have to practice first.
Although many online courses DO offer practicum with real students in real time/live online and the course teacher can review and make suggestions/critics just as they would in a live class forum.
I'm just about 8 months into my first job, teaching ESL in Mexico... I don't think the scam is so much in the certificate you get, but I'm coming to the conclusion that the scam may be in the job placement. I got my TEFL certificate from Oxford Seminars, and I really appreciated the in-class portion much more than the on-line. But, what I'm getting at is, Oxford has been sending teachers to a school here in Mexico where terms in the contract are not being met, and we are barely making a living, and that's in Mexico, and in terms of the standard of living in Mexico. Oxford has been notified by many teachers, yet they keep sending teachers to this school. At Oxford they want to hear about your experience and share the highlights, yet they will not share the downside of a particular job/school. This is wrong, and misleading and not cool... That's from my personal experience. My aim is to go to China to teach and I'm not sure I will use Oxford's job placement assistance to do that... Additionally, I don't have any other degree so I'm not sure how far that will get me when pursuing jobs in China.
I’m thinking about taking a TEFL course and maybe going to Thailand or Vietnam. What can I do to prevent what you’ve experienced? I’m just scared of going broke in a foreign country lol
These videos aren't objective anymore. It seems to me his earlier videos like this were more honest and open but now they have banners saying 'I now think this....' Its funny how everything he now recommends will benefit his own business. He's now saying a full 4 week classroom course and look, he's trying to flog his own 4 week classroom course in Vietnam. He now recommends against Korea as a destination, although he's previously done videos explaining its amazing, why? Because he's now doing less business in Korea and much more business in other locations, and wow, he's recommending these new locations which he happens to be doing more business in. Funny that.
Maybe what he says changes because the world also changes? Maybe Korea just isn't in such a need for English teachers now because a bunch of people have already gone?
There are plenty of jobs in VietNam that will hire online TEFL certificates that cost just around $200. I'm in Viet Nam currently and I feel $1600 or so for an "in-class" TEFL course is outrageous and the real scam.
Hi Alex, I was able to take an online TEFL course that made me complete an in-class practicum observation and practice teaching. I also was able to practice teaching English to ESL student as a tutor and classroom supporter with Americorps. Today, in the middle of her lesson, the ESL teacher I work with had to leave the class. I finished the lesson and had students practicing sentences together. The hardest part for me is stopping students from speaking Spanish in class. I also need to work on noticing when my students are whispering and not paying attention. I think the experience of actually being in the classroom gave me way more knowledge about teaching English than my TEFL. I am just getting my start in teaching abroad, and I hope to go to Asia before next school year starts. I checked out your website, and I am going to sign up for the email list soon. Thank you so much for your channel.
yes, people worry about scams. Why? Because they claim different accreditation and no one knows what accreditation employers value. Or if they actually are accredited versus saying they are.
Gee then look them up, for example Bridge is accredited by Accet which approved by the US department of education and many large Universites , Memphis , Miami you name now offer degrees on line so its hard to bad mouth online tefl learning. And if the same Tefl school offers job placement id have more faith in their training.
I have taught English in China, Korea and Taiwan and I am in agreement here. He said it doesn't matter for "most" schools if it's online, in-class, accredited or not. There's a lot of hype in the TEFL industry. I agree. Getting a job is just the beginning and you can usually get a job without one. The real teaching starts when you are in the classroom. I took an in-class course before I started and I didn't think it really prepared me and I spent $1000. So on paper they don't matter that much. They will generally look the same from one employer to the next, but what you get out of that course will probably be different from one course to the next. Tough to tell that at first. Maybe you could test it out.
+Tellers Quill I am not sure what you mean by self teaching. Well, 300 sounds a lot better than a 1000, but I don't know anything about those courses. How long are you planning on teaching for?
+Tellers Quill O.k. that's a while. Keep in mind most don't teach more than a year or two. I don't think that studying grammar is very useful, but do what you like. You can always take a more intensive course later if you wanted.
+Tellers Quill Well, it depends on what you mean. Of course you need to speak English correctly. Yet having the ability to define grammar rules to your students is not useful.
Another thing people should consider when choosing a course is whether or not you want to do this ESL teaching when you go back home to your own county. Because if you want to make this your career to carry on when you are older, it's a good idea to invest in a proper TESL training course like CELTA, or a TESL certificate program at a reputable college or university, or a BA in Applied Linguistics. If you just want to travel for a few years of fun overseas, any online TESL course will do.
I felt I reached a glass ceiling in Japan with 20 years of experience and just a BA. Many jobs ask for a CELTA. Now back in the US they prefer masters plus CELTA or some kind of certification. I think in the end it boils down to how desperate they are to fill the position and being in the right place at the right time with the best credentials you have. Can a Masters Degree in Liberal Studies from a top university and OISE TEFL work any miracles down where you are for non-entry level jobs? :-o
@MC Transportation Exactly. Where I live, the pay scale for English teachers is around $7-$13 per hour. I really don't understand the people who talk about investing thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours for a CELTA or some other education for this job. Many people just live overseas and want to do a job 20 hours per week for some extra money and are not wanting to make it a career.
I have bachelor's of degree in English Literature. Have had been teaching English for 3 years now. I'm looking forward to get a TEFL certificate in order to teach abroad. One more thing, I'm not a native English speaker. Would i still be able to get a job there? If they want I can demonstrate myself to the interviewer for I have been talking to a number of Americans and English now.
My TEFL helped me get into one of the online tutoring apps. I’ve gotten paid, not much mind you. I paid $119 for the classes to get the certificate. It was a lot lower than other schools offered back in 2020. Did I do OK?
I agree about what you say about Korea. I'm in Korea at an academy with the CELTA and the CELTA was definitely overkill for my job - although I would say it helped me be a better teacher. Conversely, however, I did hear that CELTAs are preferred if you want to get a job teaching adults in Korea. However, I read that for jobs that will give you a work permit in Vietnam (i.e. jobs that will allow you to work legally), you need to have a 4 week in-class course (like CELTA), or you can't get the work permit... I'm guessing when you're talking about an online tefl being suitable for employers in countries like Vietnam, that you're referring to the part-time and/or short-term kind of positions, that just sort of pay you under the table...
I disagree ... in class allows: = you to pick the teachers over seas experience; to discuss with many classmates various things, to get helping finding your first job or many, intro to lesson planning etc ...TESL is not a joke and worth it to anyone ...
Hi Alex, I am a Business Management major with a minor in TEFL. I want to teach in South Korea at first, but can I with a degree in Business instead of education?
Its so awesome to see and hear a fellow South African in such an informative video. Well done!!! PLEASE HELP... I have a Bachelor Degree and Post Graduate qualification in Education, but now ESL qualification. Now I would like to get my TEFL certificate but an online one. Please advise which site is legit and actually accredited/ recognized.
On the topic of Scam EFL/ TEFL etc... courses: Yes there are a lot of scams. There is a website dedicated to listing those scam sites. Unfortunately i forgot what it's called now but will look for it and post a link if possible. just google EFL/ TEFL course blacklist and you should find something.
Hello sir! I am a non native english speaker. I am aiming at getting a TEFL diploma this year through taking an online course. There are several websites available, all advertising the two TEFL courses (the Premier and the level 5). Here is my question: Which website do I chose? How do I avoid scams? Thanks in advance.
This video gives good advise but to a non-native speaker, things maybe different, especially if you have a degree not from a teaching background, no teaching experience at all.
Well, that's true. Better to have some experience or good looking cv. So, if you haven't experience yet just make some good photos with some kids and this cv will do XD
hi my teacher. I need to follow your course about above studied, because, I, m poor student, i cant pay any thing, so I will be happy if you accept study with you,
I feel sorry for your bad attitude towards the teaching position. Why don't you suggest a used college textbook for $10? That is enough, isn't it. I would never hire one of your teachers for my school.
I find it unacceptable, too, that native English speakers think they can just go and teach the language without any proper certification or experience. English is my second language, but I have a C2 level certificate from Cambridge, have been living in North America for a few years and despite that I am concerned if I'll qualify to do a CELTA. I know English grammar better than most native speakers and since I learnt it by myself, step-by-step, I can explain every little detail of it. I'd never start teaching my native language(Hungarian) to foreign speakers as simply being a native speaker doesn't make you a (good) teacher. It doesn't mean you can teach and explain to others at all.
I find that non-native English speakers who THINK they know grammar better than natives are only fooling themselves. The reality is, no matter how much education you gain, if it's not your native language you will always be off in inflection, dialect, pronunciation, etc and native speakers will always notice it the moment you start speaking, even if your overall ability is good. We can always spot the gaps. I admire your confidence, but don't kid yourself.
Hi Alex, I am starting my online TEFL certification very shortly. I am planning to teach in Germany. I've never received a 'flat out' answer to the question of "Do I absolutely need a BA to teach English in Germany?". I plan on teaching for a language school or freelance. I do have a college education in Graphic Design but not a BA.
Hey Kathleen. I focus on finding people jobs in Korea and Vietnam cause that's where there is real demand for teachers. Germany doesn't have a need for TEFL teachers - I've been to Germany and met loads of Germans and everyone speaks excellent English. You'd need to be a qualified teacher to find work there I imagine. You'd probably have better luck in Eastern Europe, in cities such as Prague.
@@ninja.teacher Prague... Italy? Hello... I want to teach in Italy... ... I don't have a Bachelor Degree either... but I am a licensed teacher here in the US (4 years worth)
Great advice and video dude. You dont need to look for every good jobs, you need a job that is good for you. I will go for An online TEFL certificate insaAllah.
If undertaking a course in Australia , anything offered by TAFE, a registered University or registered/certified RTO (registered training organisation) - VET/VTEC/ASQA accredited are the only choice. They are reputable and their credentials hold up. They are more expensive and you pay for what you get. Companies like Tesolau (Tesol Australia) should be a consideration if your budget is really tight.
Another thing, Alex is only addressing actually getting a job, not being a good teacher. If you don't really care about the quality of instruction you are giving your learners, then, by all means, just get whatever gets your foot in the door. But, if you are serious about a career in TESL - then invest a bit of money in your education and get into a course where you have some classroom teaching practice. The feedback from your teachers and classmates is invaluable.
+DanielJJ Agreed - I've noticed the people who really want to become amazing educators are constantly looking to invest in more training. A surprising number of people who sign up for the month long TEFL in Vietnam course already have years of experience: ninjateacher.com/tefl-vietnam
I disagree. I’ve lost opportunities because I took an in class TEFL from TEFL international. It’s based on CELTA but it’s not accredited by CELTA. So it’s true you can get jobs with an online TEFL or equivalent to a CELTA but some places insist on CELTA and only CELTA. They turned me down despite my BA in English and TESOL cert AND 10 years of verifiable experience. It sucks and it’s ridiculous but that’s the reality. Now I wish I’d taken a CELTA instead but doing it again and spending thousands (course cost $1500 plus $2000 lost wages) doesn’t seem worth it.
Hi Alex :) I'm very interested in seeking a teaching job in Vietnam. I'm from the Philippines. I finished four-year Bachelor of Arts in English, earned Complete Academic Requirements (30 units) from the MA English program, and studied 25 units from the Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education course to qualify for the Licensure Examination for Teachers here. I took the LET last March 20 and I'm currently waiting for the results which is to be released in May. With the details I give you, can I be eligible to teach English in Vietnam even without a teaching experience? Do I need to attend a TEFL, in-class or online? Anyway, my sister has been hired as a teacher in Vietnam starting this April or May. She's a graduate of Bachelor of Elementary Education with 2 years teaching experience, but she has no TEFL certificate. I hope you will have time to answer my queries. :)
+Faithful Chen I'd go for an in class TEFL course if you're from the Philippines. If I'm not mistaken about 25% of students on our TEFL in Vietnam course are Filipino: ninjateacher.com/tefl-vietnam
Watch some budget videos for cost of living. To me it doesn't make sense to go just to breath. They can afford travel which is why some want to go. They don't pay much and if you have loans... Whats going to happen? If you play to learn Spanish I guess I would be great for that. But of you have a BS or BA, how? Also, I heard they food is good with most ham and cheese options.
I can't comment on other companies courses but our online TEFL course has video recorded training, live online sessions and a trainer with a Master's in Education: ninjateacher.com
No degree, no teaching experience, online TEFL, American, caucasian (I only mention it because I'm told it matters to Vietnamese)...can I reasonably expect to be able to find work in Vietnam?
Ninja Teacher hey can we just send you a resume and you can tell us what credentials are missing for Vietnam and China? And what is the school system like in terms of months?!
I think it's better to learn English from someone born and raised in Canada or the United States. People from Europe have beautiful accents, but their way of speaking lacks that flat and direct way of pronunciation the way an American's way does, and when you're a native Korean for example, that lack of deliberation only makes your words sound even more weird and hard to understand.
Generalization. Your pronunciation and accents are implanted from birth and your social peers. Secondly, why? "Ameringlish" and America, in general, does everything the opposite way. Why would we confuse the world even more? Stay on your side of the fence, thank's bud.
I did the CELTA and I’ve found it to be very useful although not essential. In the end when you start teaching you’re green as grass and need to pay your dues in order to improve yourself. A CELTA is certainly a way to open some doors but experience is key. Having said that, if you can get a qualification at a fair price and sample a flavor of the profession in a controlled environment it can’t be a bad thing.
I have a question. I am a licensed teacher here in US... without a Bachelor Degree. I have 4 years under my belt... I want to teach in Italy, which seems to be an enigma to everyone I talk to. My passion is Teaching Acting for Stage and Film. I am also a NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programer)/Hypnotist. I combine the NLP with the Acting/Drama to help children with personal problems, without labeling them being in trouble. It is really great. I am 67 years old... and would love to teach in Italy. I just don't know how to go about it... the right way.
Is this still relevant advice, 6 years later? @Ninja Teacher Specifically about whether or not schools still don't care about TEFL or not, as long as you have it.
I think a lot has changed, and I think I was also too flippant even then. Schools value teachers that can teach. These days we run our own TEFL courses, and while we have an online one, it includes practical online live sessions which are important.
you sound very South African bru, anyways I have a question, let's say I want to go overseas and I have 0 knowledge on teaching, I studied computer programming ( so no Degree or diploma for teaching), would you still recommend getting a TEFL Certificate?
What if i dont have any degree in teaching. Does it make sense to get a teslo certificate? In peru and can i gain i teaching job with just the certificate?
You don't need a degree in teaching to teach ESL in most countries. You may need a degree (in any subject) plus a TEFL in somes countries to work legally.
Could someone recommend an online course for TEFL/TESOL? I have looked at different courses the prices vary $300 - $900 and I don't know which of them are valid.
Hi, I have paid almost £200 for TEFL (online). But I want CELTA now bc I actually studied 5 years at university to be a English teacher and I want a good certification to support my learning and teaching.
+mrmojorisin1275 It's still possible to live and work as a teacher without a degree, but your options will be limited in some cases. Countries such as Japan, Saudi, South Korea tend to demand a degree. In some cases it's a requirement of the immigration services as much as the schools that are hiring. If you see it as a long term thing, you could always teach somewhere that doesn't require a degree for a couple of years. This experience alone could help where there is no immigration requirement. Alternatively, after two years of teaching full time, you could apply for the Trinity Diploma or DELTA, which are both at level 7, so equivalent to a Master's and use that to go to all those places that weren't accessible before.
If you're going to go with an online TEFL I'd go with TEFL Academy because you actually have to do work with that online course alongside a 20-hour seminar weekend. I know some people who did a TEFL course through the agency that got us all out to China, which basically came down to a simple series of online tests that most got done in a day or two. Sure they got the certificate really quickly, but it gave them next to nothing for classroom prep and some of them suffered for it by having a hard first few weeks.
What if a person doesn’t have a degree, just a high school diploma , can they still be hired to teach English with just a TEFL? Asking for a friends daughter who wants to teach in another country . Thanks
I have just passed my TEFL exam with Oxford Seminars. I am in my third years in education , minoring in English and majoring in Social studies. I am thinking of taking a break in my bachelors and go teach abroad and finish my degree later.
Thank you so much for this helpful video! 😍 I have a question though... I speak English fluently, but I’m not a native. I wonder whether that disqualifies me from getting the TEFL without first having an English proficiency certificate? 😐 When buying the TEFL course, did you have to prove that you’re a native in order to proceed to the course/get the certificate? If yes, how did they actually check whether you’re a native speaker? I would be extremely grateful for your response! 🙏☀️☀️
Hey Maria! I hope you don't mind me answering your queries. For non natives i'd definitely recommend an on site TEFL course. One that is not only fully accredited but includes hands on teaching practise (a minimum of six hours) in their program so you get plenty of one on one practise and feel prepared to teach upon finishing the course. A reputable school will also help you to find a job once you graduate from the course. They should support you throughout the entire process, so please do your research prior to committing to just any school or course. If it sounds "too good to be true" then it probably is. You'll be asked to fill in an application form/questionnaire upon signing up. They'll ask you about your nationality then, your qualifications, etc. Anyone can apply, natives and non natives, and for as long as you meet their minimum fluency criteria. For instance, the school i applied for tests your English proficiency level on the form, non natives like you and me are required to write a minimum of so words when answering some of the questions on the application . It's up to them to decide whether they accept you as a TEFL trainee candidate or not. Other schools may prefer to have a Skype live session with you so they can assess your fluency in a real time manner. I've done my research and so far i have come across two to three decent schools that seem legit, some of which offer in person courses worldwide. As for natives and especially those who hold a degree or have had previous real life teaching experience, an accredited TEFL online course is usually enough to secure a teaching position and depending on what part of the world they want to teach. Two of my native friends are doing just fine. Lastly, it all depends on where you wish to teach. The market in Asia is quite competitive (think of places like Japan, Korea, etc) so it can be tougher on non natives (Many public schools there won't hire you unless you have a BA in any subject as well as teaching experience) whereas in South America they're far less demanding. Overall there's always a high demand for English teachers worldwide. Obviously, i don't know if you have a Masters in any subject but if you have a legitimate TEFL certificate, you could also do freelance work, private tutoring and teach online classes. By the way i am not affiliated with any school or company! I will be enrolling soon myself and just wanted to shed some light on the subject. Hopefully it will help you. If i have been accepted and can do it, so can you! Go for it! :-)
Eli Raven Wow, thank you so much for all the information! You’re too kind ❤️❤️ That was really helpful. Thank you! 🙏🙏 Take care and good luck with your teaching adventure ! 😍
Hey don't have any knowledge in teaching English abroad but I can tell you as a native English speaker this ninja is NOT a native speaker and seems to be successful
Great video. I've been trying to figure out if it's worth while to pay $1200 or more for an online tefl certification (+lifetime job placement assistance and practicum) with International TEFL Academy. Or could I be fine with one half that price or less? I'd really appreciate your input
+TevyeWill If you're spending more than a couple hundred dollars then I recommend heading over to Vietnam and doing a 4 week in class course with free accommodation and guaranteed job for $1600: ninjateacher.com/tefl Otherwise just pick up our $180 online TEFL and use free recruitment (Korea) or job placement packages (Vietnam) like the ones we offer.
Wow, that's good to know. But that would be $1600 + the flight right? I've been looking mostly at Japan, Korea and China (pretty much in that order in terms of preference). I was hours away from committing $1145 to ITA but felt too much pressure (to buy b4 the discount expired) and realized I hadn't spent nearly enough time looking at the competition. Would you say the job placement services offered are often unnecessary? If ur able to speak to Japan, Korea & China specifically I'd really appreciate it
Of course having a TEFL qualification is necessary. However, I’ve found in life it’s who you know and how you build relationships, that gets you places.
totally agree, i don't know why people don't like to say that
@Tanguy right? In Jamaica, "A links run tingz" is a popular saying
True, but education is something that nobody can’t take from you, lastly, a degree is worth the effort which shows companies or employers that you’ve dedicated sometime in effort in reaching higher education. For example, can you be can you be a doctor just because you’re connected? No! You need to have some licenses and certifications and 99.9 education. However, private companies are different and just they higher somebody doesn’t mean that person is capable of doing the job… it’s better to be prepared than unprepared, just my opinion
@ShakaTech_ Zone this is very true. I am educated and experienced in many fields of work yet have barely earned money and never been promoted because I dont have connections. Introvert problems
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"You don't need to get every job, you need a job that's good for you."
Excellent advice, keep up the great videos.
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But I don't know how to find that job which suits me the best
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Beautiful n simple advice right?
The answer is simple, do your research before handing over your cash. Are TEFL courses worth it? Yes, because many jobs now ask for TEFL or TESOL.
@Michael V most of people ask for a tefl/tesol , and a bachelor degree
@@Dani-qj1zc bachelor degree in what ?
@@watchyamouth22 in anything
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Could u plz guide me which institution is best fir tesol tefl course
If you have any type of degree, an online tefl and if you are native english speaker you are 100% going to find a job somewhere in Asia...
Bon Qui Qui even an associates?
BeccaMariee15 yes. Some places will say they don't recognise an associates (the government) and try to hire you without a proper work visa though. Beware of that
Are there still positions you can get without a college degree and just TEFL. I was an instructor in the US Army but don't think that would qualify for much
Joseph Childs I am not sure. I would check places like Vietnam and Cambodia. I heard of people without degrees and just a tefl getting jobs there. Good luck!
Joseph Childs I have been working in Cambodia for 8 years without a degree. I did in class TEFL and a couple of years later in class CELTA course + a few other short online teaching courses and workshops.
I got into a good school but was replaced as soon as a backpacker arrived with degree - they don't care about the effect constantly having a new teacher has on kids, or even adults... Anyway, even though I can get a job because of my many years experience, I still earn less than someone who has a degree but NO experience and my job prospects are limited to teaching kids, and in part-time classes in cheaper schools, which command less salary.
Because there are now so many people wanting to teach, salaries haven't gone up at all, although inflation is quite high: $10 net salary per hour is still common - anything less and you will notice the pinch during the holidays. The fact is that even cheaper schools are starting to demand a teacher has a degree or work history with youth.
As teachers, or want-to-be tutors, it’s far more responsible and authentic to ask, “Which course certification will best prepare me to be an effective ESL teacher?” With over a decade of classroom teaching I still learned so much from CELTA. It was tough and expensive, but, in my opinion, worth it.
Hi I'm thinking of taking Celta. Can you guide me on the same please
CELTA is recognised worldwide and is the gold standard. It may cost a few thousand but it is a longer course with many practical hours of teaching actual students. It is a difficult course which sets you up for all aspects of teaching to all age groups. A 1 week TEFL will not compare to a CELTA. You owe it to yourself and your future students to aim a lot higher. Of course this guy is going to encourage online TEFL's, he provides them!
I'd like to know how people went about finding a place to teach AFTER getting the TEFL certification
Depends where you go. A country in South America, Latin America, or Africa you're guaranteed to get a job. In Europe, good chance.
me too
@@afk7144 but if you are in america ? how do i search for a job before i just get up and go?
The main difference of in-class versus online is the practicum component. 6-8 hours of observed/critiqued teaching with real students is the most important part. It's a course on learning how to teach. You can't learn how to drive by just reading the operator's manual. Read the instructions (gas, brake, right, left..ok got it!) then hop in and go for a spin downtown with your friends... You have to practice first.
Although many online courses DO offer practicum with real students in real time/live online and the course teacher can review and make suggestions/critics just as they would in a live class forum.
I'm just about 8 months into my first job, teaching ESL in Mexico... I don't think the scam is so much in the certificate you get, but I'm coming to the conclusion that the scam may be in the job placement. I got my TEFL certificate from Oxford Seminars, and I really appreciated the in-class portion much more than the on-line. But, what I'm getting at is, Oxford has been sending teachers to a school here in Mexico where terms in the contract are not being met, and we are barely making a living, and that's in Mexico, and in terms of the standard of living in Mexico. Oxford has been notified by many teachers, yet they keep sending teachers to this school. At Oxford they want to hear about your experience and share the highlights, yet they will not share the downside of a particular job/school. This is wrong, and misleading and not cool... That's from my personal experience. My aim is to go to China to teach and I'm not sure I will use Oxford's job placement assistance to do that... Additionally, I don't have any other degree so I'm not sure how far that will get me when pursuing jobs in China.
I’m thinking about taking a TEFL course and maybe going to Thailand or Vietnam. What can I do to prevent what you’ve experienced? I’m just scared of going broke in a foreign country lol
Why are you in Mexico, that's a really dangerous place to be at, but usually depends on where you are in Mexico. I'd avoid Sinaloa if I were you.
These videos aren't objective anymore. It seems to me his earlier videos like this were more honest and open but now they have banners saying 'I now think this....' Its funny how everything he now recommends will benefit his own business. He's now saying a full 4 week classroom course and look, he's trying to flog his own 4 week classroom course in Vietnam. He now recommends against Korea as a destination, although he's previously done videos explaining its amazing, why? Because he's now doing less business in Korea and much more business in other locations, and wow, he's recommending these new locations which he happens to be doing more business in. Funny that.
Maybe what he says changes because the world also changes? Maybe Korea just isn't in such a need for English teachers now because a bunch of people have already gone?
HYpocrisy at its best.
There are plenty of jobs in VietNam that will hire online TEFL certificates that cost just around $200. I'm in Viet Nam currently and I feel $1600 or so for an "in-class" TEFL course is outrageous and the real scam.
Hi Alex,
I was able to take an online TEFL course that made me complete an in-class practicum observation and practice teaching. I also was able to practice teaching English to ESL student as a tutor and classroom supporter with Americorps.
Today, in the middle of her lesson, the ESL teacher I work with had to leave the class. I finished the lesson and had students practicing sentences together. The hardest part for me is stopping students from speaking Spanish in class. I also need to work on noticing when my students are whispering and not paying attention.
I think the experience of actually being in the classroom gave me way more knowledge about teaching English than my TEFL. I am just getting my start in teaching abroad, and I hope to go to Asia before next school year starts. I checked out your website, and I am going to sign up for the email list soon.
Thank you so much for your channel.
I am very impressed how Beautifully Written this was...
I enjoyed reading this... "Touche"
I really appreciate your videos. It's my primary source of information as I begin my transition to a new country and career. Thanks again.
Titles are way too clickbait-y.. Does anyone actually claim these courses are a 'scam'? Waste of money maybe..
+Tom Bombadil Some people are definitely worried about it - I've had multiple people ask me, hence the video.
yes, people worry about scams. Why? Because they claim different accreditation and no one knows what accreditation employers value. Or if they actually are accredited versus saying they are.
Gee then look them up, for example Bridge is accredited by Accet which approved by the US department of education and many large Universites , Memphis , Miami you name now offer degrees on line so its hard to bad mouth online tefl learning. And if the same Tefl school offers job placement id have more faith in their training.
I have taught English in China, Korea and Taiwan and I am in agreement here. He said it doesn't matter for "most" schools if it's online, in-class, accredited or not. There's a lot of hype in the TEFL industry. I agree.
Getting a job is just the beginning and you can usually get a job without one. The real teaching starts when you are in the classroom. I took an in-class course before I started and I didn't think it really prepared me and I spent $1000.
So on paper they don't matter that much. They will generally look the same from one employer to the next, but what you get out of that course will probably be different from one course to the next. Tough to tell that at first. Maybe you could test it out.
+Tellers Quill I am not sure what you mean by self teaching. Well, 300 sounds a lot better than a 1000, but I don't know anything about those courses. How long are you planning on teaching for?
+Tellers Quill O.k. that's a while. Keep in mind most don't teach more than a year or two. I don't think that studying grammar is very useful, but do what you like. You can always take a more intensive course later if you wanted.
+Tellers Quill Well, it depends on what you mean. Of course you need to speak English correctly. Yet having the ability to define grammar rules to your students is not useful.
+Tellers Quill Yeah, that may be true and experience too will help in the Middle East.
+Tellers Quill After 16 teaching I am proud to say,"what's grammar?"
And What about Non-native English Speakers...?
That accent... You're south african
Must be , not from the US , as his accent screams to me.
Ja sounds South African to me
think he's german
French
Definitely South African, he even had some videos of him on holiday and visiting his family home in SA.
Another thing people should consider when choosing a course is whether or not you want to do this ESL teaching when you go back home to your own county. Because if you want to make this your career to carry on when you are older, it's a good idea to invest in a proper TESL training course like CELTA, or a TESL certificate program at a reputable college or university, or a BA in Applied Linguistics. If you just want to travel for a few years of fun overseas, any online TESL course will do.
+DanielJJ Good point!
Good advice - thank-you. I am planning on making it a new career (tired of the corporate world in London) so I will go for Celta
Thanks so much Ninja Teacher! From Cape Town and using lock down to do the online course :)
I felt I reached a glass ceiling in Japan with 20 years of experience and just a BA. Many jobs ask for a CELTA. Now back in the US they prefer masters plus CELTA or some kind of certification. I think in the end it boils down to how desperate they are to fill the position and being in the right place at the right time with the best credentials you have. Can a Masters Degree in Liberal Studies from a top university and OISE TEFL work any miracles down where you are for non-entry level jobs? :-o
Im hearing these jobs pay 600 to 1300USD a month. Is it really worth getting an otherwise worthless degree for that?
@MC Transportation Exactly. Where I live, the pay scale for English teachers is around $7-$13 per hour. I really don't understand the people who talk about investing thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours for a CELTA or some other education for this job. Many people just live overseas and want to do a job 20 hours per week for some extra money and are not wanting to make it a career.
Finally a South African 🙏
hi
Hi. I'm doing my TEFL certificate right now...
@@senzomthembu1215 online?
@@alialmaawy8865 yes I'm doing it online.
@@senzomthembu1215 hi. You doing it through which institution?
I have bachelor's of degree in English Literature. Have had been teaching English for 3 years now. I'm looking forward to get a TEFL certificate in order to teach abroad. One more thing, I'm not a native English speaker. Would i still be able to get a job there? If they want I can demonstrate myself to the interviewer for I have been talking to a number of Americans and English now.
The guys just punting his own classes and business. Mr Nice guy with his hand on your wallet
No shit Sherlock!
My TEFL helped me get into one of the online tutoring apps. I’ve gotten paid, not much mind you. I paid $119 for the classes to get the certificate. It was a lot lower than other schools offered back in 2020. Did I do OK?
Hello. can you point me to where you did your certification?
Does it make any difference how many hours the course is?….I’ve seen 120 hour and 180 hour…any difference ?
I agree about what you say about Korea. I'm in Korea at an academy with the CELTA and the CELTA was definitely overkill for my job - although I would say it helped me be a better teacher. Conversely, however, I did hear that CELTAs are preferred if you want to get a job teaching adults in Korea.
However, I read that for jobs that will give you a work permit in Vietnam (i.e. jobs that will allow you to work legally), you need to have a 4 week in-class course (like CELTA), or you can't get the work permit... I'm guessing when you're talking about an online tefl being suitable for employers in countries like Vietnam, that you're referring to the part-time and/or short-term kind of positions, that just sort of pay you under the table...
Can you list 3 of your highest recommended Online TEFL courses - please.
No.
I disagree ... in class allows: = you to pick the teachers over seas experience; to discuss with many classmates various things, to get helping finding your first job or many, intro to lesson planning etc ...TESL is not a joke and worth it to anyone ...
Can I qualify to teach English online without a degree from Trindad and Tobago in the Caribbean? Thanks
Dude, you've got an unusual accent! Where is it from?
he is from south africa
I just finished my degree and would like to study a course that would help me teach overseas. Traveling is a long time dream of mine.
Try INTERNATIONAL TEFL ACADEMY, it's cheap and accredited international
I think this job is fine for a couple of years if you are in your 20s and wanting to save money to buy a house etc or when you are retired.
what about non-native speaker English?, and I have a BA degree in English Studies
Doesn't mean you can teach
Hi Alex, I am a Business Management major with a minor in TEFL. I want to teach in South Korea at first, but can I with a degree in Business instead of education?
Yes
Its so awesome to see and hear a fellow South African in such an informative video. Well done!!! PLEASE HELP... I have a Bachelor Degree and Post Graduate qualification in Education, but now ESL qualification. Now I would like to get my TEFL certificate but an online one. Please advise which site is legit and actually accredited/ recognized.
please help me I need to learn with in the Teosl courses because I am poor student please help me,
On the topic of Scam EFL/ TEFL etc... courses: Yes there are a lot of scams. There is a website dedicated to listing those scam sites. Unfortunately i forgot what it's called now but will look for it and post a link if possible. just google EFL/ TEFL course blacklist and you should find something.
Thanks for your honest opinion. Can you recommend any TEFL course website that is free or affordable for teaching in Spain.
Is it important to be a native english speaker and know the language of the country like vietnamese or korean etc?
Hello sir!
I am a non native english speaker.
I am aiming at getting a TEFL diploma this year through taking an online course. There are several websites available, all advertising the two TEFL courses (the Premier and the level 5). Here is my question: Which website do I chose? How do I avoid scams?
Thanks in advance.
Did you finally choose ? Have then been valid ?
If it isn’t a CELTA it isn’t worth the paper it’s written on. I wouldn’t even consider a cv from someone without a CELTA.
This video gives good advise but to a non-native speaker, things maybe different, especially if you have a degree not from a teaching background, no teaching experience at all.
My daughter and i are studying for our TESOL for overseas in class.
Do you NEED a bachelors? I’m only 19 and am looking into this and many have advertised getting tefl jobs WITHOUT any degree...
Well, that's true. Better to have some experience or good looking cv. So, if you haven't experience yet just make some good photos with some kids and this cv will do XD
hi my teacher. I need to follow your course about above studied, because, I, m poor student, i cant pay any thing, so I will be happy if you accept study with you,
Am I able to teach in a country such as Korea, Japan or Vietnam with only a TEFL and no degree?
This is how you produce fake stupid EFL "teachers"! I'd ask this "teacher" about the Past Tense rules. :D
I feel sorry for your bad attitude towards the teaching position. Why don't you suggest a used college textbook for $10? That is enough, isn't it. I would never hire one of your teachers for my school.
I find it unacceptable, too, that native English speakers think they can just go and teach the language without any proper certification or experience. English is my second language, but I have a C2 level certificate from Cambridge, have been living in North America for a few years and despite that I am concerned if I'll qualify to do a CELTA. I know English grammar better than most native speakers and since I learnt it by myself, step-by-step, I can explain every little detail of it. I'd never start teaching my native language(Hungarian) to foreign speakers as simply being a native speaker doesn't make you a (good) teacher. It doesn't mean you can teach and explain to others at all.
I find that non-native English speakers who THINK they know grammar better than natives are only fooling themselves. The reality is, no matter how much education you gain, if it's not your native language you will always be off in inflection, dialect, pronunciation, etc and native speakers will always notice it the moment you start speaking, even if your overall ability is good. We can always spot the gaps.
I admire your confidence, but don't kid yourself.
Why all these stupid barriers? Tefl ielts and etc. So if you want to check my english just do it for free. These courses extremly expensive.
Hi Alex, I am starting my online TEFL certification very shortly. I am planning to teach in Germany. I've never received a 'flat out' answer to the question of "Do I absolutely need a BA to teach English in Germany?". I plan on teaching for a language school or freelance. I do have a college education in Graphic Design but not a BA.
Hey Kathleen. I focus on finding people jobs in Korea and Vietnam cause that's where there is real demand for teachers. Germany doesn't have a need for TEFL teachers - I've been to Germany and met loads of Germans and everyone speaks excellent English. You'd need to be a qualified teacher to find work there I imagine. You'd probably have better luck in Eastern Europe, in cities such as Prague.
@@ninja.teacher
Prague... Italy?
Hello... I want to teach in Italy...
... I don't have a Bachelor Degree either... but I am a licensed teacher here in the US (4 years worth)
Great advice and video dude. You dont need to look for every good jobs, you need a job that is good for you. I will go for An online TEFL certificate insaAllah.
If undertaking a course in Australia , anything offered by TAFE, a registered University or registered/certified RTO (registered training organisation) - VET/VTEC/ASQA accredited are the only choice. They are reputable and their credentials hold up. They are more expensive and you pay for what you get. Companies like Tesolau (Tesol Australia) should be a consideration if your budget is really tight.
Can non-native English speakers apply for the TEFL course?
Usually no
Yea
Please stop referring to a TEFL certificate as a tiffle.. it sounds so weird lol
Bruh, if you're a native english speaker then I'm an astronaut.
Hey what if my native language is not English but I really want to teach English in Viet Nam
hi Alex, i do not have a bachelors degree. Would i have any chance getting placements?
Another thing, Alex is only addressing actually getting a job, not being a good teacher. If you don't really care about the quality of instruction you are giving your learners, then, by all means, just get whatever gets your foot in the door. But, if you are serious about a career in TESL - then invest a bit of money in your education and get into a course where you have some classroom teaching practice. The feedback from your teachers and classmates is invaluable.
+DanielJJ Agreed - I've noticed the people who really want to become amazing educators are constantly looking to invest in more training. A surprising number of people who sign up for the month long TEFL in Vietnam course already have years of experience: ninjateacher.com/tefl-vietnam
I disagree. I’ve lost opportunities because I took an in class TEFL from TEFL international. It’s based on CELTA but it’s not accredited by CELTA. So it’s true you can get jobs with an online TEFL or equivalent to a CELTA but some places insist on CELTA and only CELTA. They turned me down despite my BA in English and TESOL cert AND 10 years of verifiable experience. It sucks and it’s ridiculous but that’s the reality. Now I wish I’d taken a CELTA instead but doing it again and spending thousands (course cost $1500 plus $2000 lost wages) doesn’t seem worth it.
huh? that doesn't sound right
Is TEFL a scam? Is this also for teachers that are not native speakers?
I just graduated high school. Would I need a university degree to be accepted by most schools?
Yes.
Plus there's usually age limits. Most I've seen are 22 or older.
no you dont... you can get certified...
I knew an American who taught English in China when he was only 21. He only knew English and only had a high school diploma, no college.
its harder to do it now. you could but it would be one with a low salary.
Is world tesol academy fake?
Plz reply I need it
What if you don't have a bachelor's degree
what if you're not a native! discrimination:(
Help me get website for a TEFL certificate.
Do you still need a bachelor's degree??
What if I am not a native speaker? Will I be able to find a job?
Hi Alex :) I'm very interested in seeking a teaching job in Vietnam. I'm from the Philippines. I finished four-year Bachelor of Arts in English, earned Complete Academic Requirements (30 units) from the MA English program, and studied 25 units from the Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education course to qualify for the Licensure Examination for Teachers here. I took the LET last March 20 and I'm currently waiting for the results which is to be released in May. With the details I give you, can I be eligible to teach English in Vietnam even without a teaching experience? Do I need to attend a TEFL, in-class or online? Anyway, my sister has been hired as a teacher in Vietnam starting this April or May. She's a graduate of Bachelor of Elementary Education with 2 years teaching experience, but she has no TEFL certificate. I hope you will have time to answer my queries. :)
+Faithful Chen I'd go for an in class TEFL course if you're from the Philippines. If I'm not mistaken about 25% of students on our TEFL in Vietnam course are Filipino: ninjateacher.com/tefl-vietnam
Please, help me to learn with you because I am poor student, so I need your help in taking these courses.
So you need a bachelors degree? 🤔
Im getting mixed messages about teaching in Spain....can you settle this for me, or know of anyone teaching there and with what certificate??
Watch some budget videos for cost of living. To me it doesn't make sense to go just to breath. They can afford travel which is why some want to go. They don't pay much and if you have loans... Whats going to happen? If you play to learn Spanish I guess I would be great for that. But of you have a BS or BA, how? Also, I heard they food is good with most ham and cheese options.
Which one is better: TEFL from Professional development institute or TEFL from ACT??
I can't comment on other companies courses but our online TEFL course has video recorded training, live online sessions and a trainer with a Master's in Education: ninjateacher.com
Henry Cavil's skinny twin
No degree, no teaching experience, online TEFL, American, caucasian (I only mention it because I'm told it matters to Vietnamese)...can I reasonably expect to be able to find work in Vietnam?
Send your resume on over and we'll see what we can do. :)
American and caucasian english teacher ? you'll find a job anywhere.
Ninja Teacher hey can we just send you a resume and you can tell us what credentials are missing for Vietnam and China? And what is the school system like in terms of months?!
I would like to teach abroad so can you help me ?
Do online tefl course worth it?
How about teaching english in SEA without a bachelors and just TEFL? Possible?
In Cambodia, yes.
I think it's better to learn English from someone born and raised in Canada or the United States. People from Europe have beautiful accents, but their way of speaking lacks that flat and direct way of pronunciation the way an American's way does, and when you're a native Korean for example, that lack of deliberation only makes your words sound even more weird and hard to understand.
Generalization. Your pronunciation and accents are implanted from birth and your social peers. Secondly, why? "Ameringlish" and America, in general, does everything the opposite way. Why would we confuse the world even more? Stay on your side of the fence, thank's bud.
I wish I found you before I went to Vietnam. You have nearly convinced me to move there.
Never too late! ;)
What happened? Just curious because I’m thinking about teaching English in Vietnam
I did the CELTA and I’ve found it to be very useful although not essential. In the end when you start teaching you’re green as grass and need to pay your dues in order to improve yourself. A CELTA is certainly a way to open some doors but experience is key. Having said that, if you can get a qualification at a fair price and sample a flavor of the profession in a controlled environment it can’t be a bad thing.
Hi..im interested to do it, let me know which one is good CELTA or TEFL and from where..?
@@myheroes7798
Good Question... I'd like to know that too.
I have a question.
I am a licensed teacher here in US... without a Bachelor Degree. I have 4 years under my belt... I want to teach in Italy, which seems to be an enigma to everyone I talk to.
My passion is Teaching Acting for Stage and Film.
I am also a NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programer)/Hypnotist.
I combine the NLP with the Acting/Drama to help children with personal problems, without labeling them being in trouble. It is really great.
I am 67 years old... and would love to teach in Italy.
I just don't know how to go about it... the right way.
Is this still relevant advice, 6 years later? @Ninja Teacher Specifically about whether or not schools still don't care about TEFL or not, as long as you have it.
I think a lot has changed, and I think I was also too flippant even then. Schools value teachers that can teach. These days we run our own TEFL courses, and while we have an online one, it includes practical online live sessions which are important.
you sound very South African bru, anyways I have a question, let's say I want to go overseas and I have 0 knowledge on teaching, I studied computer programming ( so no Degree or diploma for teaching), would you still recommend getting a TEFL Certificate?
Then you should definitely get TEFL certified :)
Video is not useful.
I don't have a bachelor's degree but English is my native language. Can I still be an online English tutor? Thanks
It can be more difficult to secure work but there are those who do it successfully.
Does one need a degree in order to reach English in Vietnam or South Korea? If one does your teaching courses .... would that be enough to get a job?
You do need a degree for both Korea and Vietnam. Cambodia is a good alternative where a degree is not required.
Is TEFL Graduate a legit certificate?
Not sure. You can check out our course at www.ninjateacher.com
What if i dont have any degree in teaching. Does it make sense to get a teslo certificate? In peru and can i gain i teaching job with just the certificate?
You don't need a degree in teaching to teach ESL in most countries. You may need a degree (in any subject) plus a TEFL in somes countries to work legally.
Could someone recommend an online course for TEFL/TESOL? I have looked at different courses the prices vary $300 - $900 and I don't know which of them are valid.
Hi, I have paid almost £200 for TEFL (online). But I want CELTA now bc I actually studied 5 years at university to be a English teacher and I want a good certification to support my learning and teaching.
Hi Alex.
do you have any experience for people studying tefl who dont have a degree?
+mrmojorisin1275 It's still possible to live and work as a teacher without a degree, but your options will be limited in some cases. Countries such as Japan, Saudi, South Korea tend to demand a degree. In some cases it's a requirement of the immigration services as much as the schools that are hiring.
If you see it as a long term thing, you could always teach somewhere that doesn't require a degree for a couple of years. This experience alone could help where there is no immigration requirement. Alternatively, after two years of teaching full time, you could apply for the Trinity Diploma or DELTA, which are both at level 7, so equivalent to a Master's and use that to go to all those places that weren't accessible before.
What about finding a job once you have boots on the ground, rather than before going?
Finding a job while in-country is easier than before.
If you're going to go with an online TEFL I'd go with TEFL Academy because you actually have to do work with that online course alongside a 20-hour seminar weekend. I know some people who did a TEFL course through the agency that got us all out to China, which basically came down to a simple series of online tests that most got done in a day or two. Sure they got the certificate really quickly, but it gave them next to nothing for classroom prep and some of them suffered for it by having a hard first few weeks.
+Lysander45 Yeah the more teaching experience, the more prepared you'll be for sure.
It's all moot now since we've all been teaching 15-25 hours a week for three months. Getting those ESL miles under the belt, right?
What if a person doesn’t have a degree, just a high school diploma , can they still be hired to teach English with just a TEFL? Asking for a friends daughter who wants to teach in another country . Thanks
Been trying to register with Ninja but no response two times now ...
Hi, please send us an email to contact@ninjateacher.com. We reply to everyone who contacts us!
Eish. That accent. Confusing for most. Instantly recognisable to fellow 🇿🇦. Lekker video... Ngca!
🤦😜🤔😂TEFL is scam.... But he learnt English and he is a ethically good teacher🙏🇮🇳
Thanks
Can I land a job in Asia if I'm completely fluent in english, don't have an accent whatsoever, but wasnt born in an english speaking country?
I have just passed my TEFL exam with Oxford Seminars. I am in my third years in education , minoring in English and majoring in Social studies. I am thinking of taking a break in my bachelors and go teach abroad and finish my degree later.
Thank you so much for this helpful video! 😍 I have a question though... I speak English fluently, but I’m not a native. I wonder whether that disqualifies me from getting the TEFL without first having an English proficiency certificate? 😐
When buying the TEFL course, did you have to prove that you’re a native in order to proceed to the course/get the certificate? If yes, how did they actually check whether you’re a native speaker?
I would be extremely grateful for your response! 🙏☀️☀️
Hey Maria! I hope you don't mind me answering your queries. For non natives i'd definitely recommend an on site TEFL course. One that is not only fully accredited but includes hands on teaching practise (a minimum of six hours) in their program so you get plenty of one on one practise and feel prepared to teach upon finishing the course. A reputable school will also help you to find a job once you graduate from the course. They should support you throughout the entire process, so please do your research prior to committing to just any school or course. If it sounds "too good to be true" then it probably is. You'll be asked to fill in an application form/questionnaire upon signing up. They'll ask you about your nationality then, your qualifications, etc. Anyone can apply, natives and non natives, and for as long as you meet their minimum fluency criteria. For instance, the school i applied for tests your English proficiency level on the form, non natives like you and me are required to write a minimum of so words when answering some of the questions on the application . It's up to them to decide whether they accept you as a TEFL trainee candidate or not. Other schools may prefer to have a Skype live session with you so they can assess your fluency in a real time manner. I've done my research and so far i have come across two to three decent schools that seem legit, some of which offer in person courses worldwide. As for natives and especially those who hold a degree or have had previous real life teaching experience, an accredited TEFL online course is usually enough to secure a teaching position and depending on what part of the world they want to teach. Two of my native friends are doing just fine. Lastly, it all depends on where you wish to teach. The market in Asia is quite competitive (think of places like Japan, Korea, etc) so it can be tougher on non natives (Many public schools there won't hire you unless you have a BA in any subject as well as teaching experience) whereas in South America they're far less demanding. Overall there's always a high demand for English teachers worldwide. Obviously, i don't know if you have a Masters in any subject but if you have a legitimate TEFL certificate, you could also do freelance work, private tutoring and teach online classes. By the way i am not affiliated with any school or company! I will be enrolling soon myself and just wanted to shed some light on the subject. Hopefully it will help you. If i have been accepted and can do it, so can you! Go for it! :-)
Eli Raven Wow, thank you so much for all the information! You’re too kind ❤️❤️ That was really helpful. Thank you! 🙏🙏 Take care and good luck with your teaching adventure ! 😍
Hey don't have any knowledge in teaching English abroad but I can tell you as a native English speaker this ninja is NOT a native speaker and seems to be successful
The issue of scams was not addressed at all. Video totally unhelpful in that regard.
Great video. I've been trying to figure out if it's worth while to pay $1200 or more for an online tefl certification (+lifetime job placement assistance and practicum) with International TEFL Academy. Or could I be fine with one half that price or less? I'd really appreciate your input
+TevyeWill If you're spending more than a couple hundred dollars then I recommend heading over to Vietnam and doing a 4 week in class course with free accommodation and guaranteed job for $1600: ninjateacher.com/tefl
Otherwise just pick up our $180 online TEFL and use free recruitment (Korea) or job placement packages (Vietnam) like the ones we offer.
Wow, that's good to know.
But that would be $1600 + the flight right?
I've been looking mostly at Japan, Korea and China (pretty much in that order in terms of preference). I was hours away from committing $1145 to ITA but felt too much pressure (to buy b4 the discount expired) and realized I hadn't spent nearly enough time looking at the competition.
Would you say the job placement services offered are often unnecessary? If ur able to speak to Japan, Korea & China specifically I'd really appreciate it
+TevyeWill check out Arizona State University on Coursera.com