Teach Abroad Blog

I participated in CIEE's Teach in Spain program from 2015-2017 and was placed outside of Madrid central in the municipality, Collado Villalba. Upon receiving my placement, I was quite nervous...keep reading

One of the best parts of teaching in Thailand is the ability to travel. Each month I have been able to travel 2-4 weekends. This is because of the salary...keep reading

CIEE was pretty transparent that although teaching in Thailand would be an incredibly memorable once in a lifetime experience, it would also be difficult. I’m relatively open to friends, family,...keep reading

I am a participant in the professional program in Thailand. I have been living and teaching in Khon Kaen for the last 9 months.Khon Kaen is located in the Isan...keep reading

In a few days, one of the most important celebrations of the year will take place in Spain: Semana Santa , or Holy Week. Sevilla, in southern Spain, celebrates Semana...keep reading

Meet Samantha, known for the past couple years as Samantha Teacher! Samantha is our Team Assistant and just got back from an amazing experience teaching abroad in South Korea. We...keep reading

*Name: Matt Anderson *Hometown: Portland, Maine *CIEE Teach Year: 2013 *Location in Spain (Neighborhood or Town): Sevilla, Andalucía *Name of School: I.E.S. Ítaca, Tomares *Current Location: Portland, Maine *Current Occupation:...keep reading

How to Enjoy the Outdoors in Thailand Thailand is a beautiful country. It’s got mountains. It’s got jungles. It’s got beaches. It’s got it all. It’s got so much you...keep reading

I am 5’9’, platinum blonde, and white. To say I stand out in Northeast Thailand is an understatement. There are some perks of this. I always feel safe because I...keep reading

If you want to see China’s modernization for yourself, all you have to do is travel to Chongqing. Dramatic new bridges arc across the Yangtze River, and the downtown has...keep reading