CIEE TEFL Blog
Stories about the TEFL experience
CIEE TEFL Alumni Spotlight: Maddy Jimenez
Hello! I’m Maddy from New Jersey and studied business at Indiana University Bloomington. I graduated university during COVID 2020 and completed my TEFL certification in spring of 2022 to teach... keep reading
CIEE TEFL Alumni Spotlight: Bob Abbey
Hi, everyone! My name is Bob Abbey (he/him) and I’m a public librarian in Oregon. I’m also a brand new member of the TESOL community, having only just completed my... keep reading
Welcome to My World
Prior to my recent graduation from Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Virginia I was faced with the daunting question “What’s next?”. As my final spring semester geared up, I... keep reading
CIEE TEFL Alumni Spotlight: Rebekah Colón Nieves
Rebekah holding the contract of the job CIEE TEFL connected her with! She's in Las Condes, Santiago, picking it up. Hi! I'm Rebekah and I am from the wonderful island... keep reading
CIEE TEFL Receives 5-Year Reaccreditation from ACCET
CIEE TEFL is thrilled to announce that it has received 5 years of reaccreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET), an organization recognized by the U.S... keep reading
Why I Became an Aux and Other Tidbits About Me
Hey there! I’m so excited to blog for CIEE for my last three months in Spain, sharing all the things I’ve learned and places I’ve traveled to during my time... keep reading
Teach English in Chile through the CIEE TEFL free placement assistance program!
Watch this webinar recording about the free placement assistance in Chile that CIEE TEFL offers to current students and alumni of the 150-Hour or 180-Hour TEFL Certificate courses! 0:00 INTRODUCTION... keep reading
Life After TEFL: What To Do After Teaching English Abroad
You never know where getting TEFL certified and teaching English abroad will take you. For some, teaching English is an exciting opportunity to experience life abroad before settling down at... keep reading
Teaching English As a Foreign Language: 5 Dos and Don’ts for New TEFL Teachers
From preparing for what is likely a new profession to navigating the process of moving to a new country, there are many things to consider when teaching English abroad. As... keep reading
Teach English in Hungary through the CIEE TEFL free placement assistance program!
Watch this webinar recording about the free placement assistance in Hungary that CIEE TEFL offers to current students and alumni of the 150-Hour or 180-Hour TEFL Certificate courses! 0:00 INTRODUCTION... keep reading
10 Challenges of Teaching English That a TEFL Certificate Can Help You Overcome
Ah, teaching. It's the most rewarding career you can have. But that doesn't always mean it's easy—especially if you're teaching English abroad! As an ESL teacher, you'll undoubtedly face numerous... keep reading
Can You Teach English Without a TEFL Certificate?
Teaching English abroad has long been an exciting way to travel and see the world while gaining professional experience and funding said travels. And it's an especially exciting opportunity for... keep reading
5 Ways To Use Your TEFL Certification At Home
We know what you’re thinking: “If I invest time and money in getting TEFL certified, that means I have to go abroad to make it worth it.” While a TEFL... keep reading
7 Best Summer TEFL Jobs for a Short-Term Teach Abroad Adventure
Teaching English abroad is an exciting adventure that allows English speakers to travel the world while earning an income. However, most teaching jobs require teachers to sign a contract for... keep reading
Is a TEFL Certificate Worth It? How TEFL Can Advance Your Career at Home and Abroad
If you're at the beginning of your teach abroad journey, a TEFL certificate can give your application as an English teacher a competitive edge. Although not every position or teach... keep reading