Teach English Abroad Blog
Navigating Newness During My First Week as an Auxiliar
There is always an element of nervousness that goes along with starting a new job. During the first week of work, there are new routines, commutes, names, and logistics to... keep reading
My First Week Teaching
Finally, it’s time for my first week reflections! Like all CIEE auxiliares, I began teaching at my school on the 1st of October. My mornings this week began at 7am... keep reading
48 Hours in Valencia: Baroque, pre-Modernist, and Futuristic Architecture, and How I Ended Up at a Nude Beach
Hi all! To make the most of my free time before I started teaching at the beginning of October, I took the train from Madrid to Valencia, which is a... keep reading
My Time as an Orientation Leader: Kicking Off my Second Year in Spain
Leading orientation groups allowed me to stay connected with the CIEE community while helping others.
CIEE Orientation in China: Read Kari's Interview!
Kari recently arrived in China to begin her year of teaching abroad! She attended the Teacher Training and Orientation included in CIEE’s Teach in China programs. Read about Kari’s experience... keep reading
Life in Spain So Far
Madrid has been my home for about two weeks now and there are many things I love. The culture shock can be a lot, but by keeping an open mind... keep reading
Moving to Madrid: My First Day To-Do List
On my first day in Madrid, my flight landed at around 8:30am. I had time to get my luggage and regroup with other CIEE participants I had met at the... keep reading
Packing Do's and Don't's for Living in Spain
Welcome to my blog! I am Megan Schneider from Wells, Maine in the United States and for one week I have been living in Madrid for the start of my... keep reading
First Week Impressions (I don’t recall there being this many wiener dogs)
Stepping into my old neighborhood bar, I was welcomed with a stunned look from the waiter, Andrés, who I last saw in December of 2023. I started coming to Pinocchio’s... keep reading
Exploring Thailand's Neighbors: Traveling To Laos and Cambodia
When I moved to Thailand, I knew that exploring Southeast Asia was high on my list of things to do. There were many places in Thailand I wanted to see... keep reading
Introductions: Nice to meet you!
Hello everyone! Let’s play a game! My name is Claire White and I will be one of the CIEE bloggers sharing about their daily life and tips and tricks of... keep reading
From Rural Minnesota to the Bustling Capital of Spain
Learn more about me and the goals I have for my time in Madrid!
Navigating Korean Culture in the Education System: A Guide for English Teachers
As an English teacher in South Korea, understanding Korean culture is important for creating a respectful and open learning environment. I have been lucky enough to have lived in South... keep reading
5 Tips for Facing Common Travel Problems: Lessons from a Lost Passport
Traveling often brings lots of excitement, but it can also bring nervousness and anticipation of the things that can go wrong. Unfortunately, unexpected mishaps while traveling can happen at any... keep reading