Teach English Abroad Blog

Teaching in Madrid as an Auxiliar de Conversación has been both exciting and eye-opening. From navigating paperwork and housing to adjusting to a new school system and culture, every step has been a lesson in patience and growth. The relaxed atmosphere, curious students, and welcoming teachers have made the transition rewarding — a true reminder to enjoy the journey and embrace new experiences with an open heart.

School is in session! Our first day of school was last week, so we are officially into the swing of things. I'm working at an elementary school in a town... keep reading

This is the only thing you need to prioritize to make your first day of teaching abroad a great one. Anything more is for bonus points.

Madrid Dairies Entry 1: It’s been a little while since my last blog, but I’m back with some big news—I MADE IT TO SPAIN!! WOOHOO!! I still can’t believe I’m... keep reading

Just when you think you’ve planned enough, there’s always something that unexpectedly comes up. This is a three-part blog – here’s the third thing that caught me by surprise with my move to Spain that can help you prepare for yours.

Just when you think you’ve planned enough, there’s always something that unexpectedly comes up. This is a three-part blog – here’s the second thing that caught me by surprise with my move to Spain that can help you prepare for yours.

Four Strategies to Keep in Touch with Your People Around the World!

Put the "how" in housing with five tips to find an apartment in Madrid!

Just when you think you’ve planned enough, there’s always something that unexpectedly comes up. This is a three-part blog – here’s the first thing that caught me by surprise with my move to Spain that can help you prepare for yours.

Since we don't start teaching until October 1st and my mom is semi-retired, she came to visit for a week and a half before life gets hectic! She had such... keep reading

Let's state the obvious: packing to move abroad for a year can be very overwhelming! At the end of the day, trust the fact that whatever you bring and whatever... keep reading

Amanda’s Path to Teaching and Traveling Abroad Hi! My name is Amanda 👋 Since you might be here looking for helpful travel information and tips, I thought I should introduce... keep reading

Exploring Madrid one bite at a time during my first week abroad Fresh off the plane in Madrid, I dove fork-first into the city’s food scene. In my very first... keep reading

Spanish Visa Process 🤝Murphy’s law. There’s only one rule to having a smooth visa appointment: expect the unexpected. In this post, I’ll share my experience applying for my Spanish visa and 5 tips to help you have a stress-free(ish) time obtaining yours.

Two years ago, my family and I were cleaning out my grandparents’ house. They had moved to an assisted living home and we were preparing the house to be sold... keep reading