Departure Gate Blog

We’re always learning things. At the end of almost every class I have ever taken, the teacher asks what we’ve learned. Well, I’ve learned a lot of things. I learned...keep reading

I lead a very busy lifestyle here in sunny San Diego. From grabbing fish tacos with friends, to attempting to surf on the weekends, volunteering, and not to mention a...keep reading

We all have those experiences that alter our perception of a certain aspect of life. I had one at sixteen years old. I was an exchange student in France and...keep reading

I received a scholarship to study in Japan for a year after graduating college. While I was at the University of Alabama, I worked for the English Language Institute. I...keep reading

So, you've been considering getting TEFL-certified through CIEE's 150-hour course. Now what? If you're anything like me, you might not have a clue as to what to expect in an...keep reading

Online learning is creeping into our education system whether we like it or not. While there will always be people who prefer a paper book to a kindle, and an...keep reading

There may be any number of reasons why teaching overseas has crossed your mind. Maybe you've always had a sense of adventure, a desire to travel the world, or just...keep reading

Sick of your day job? Hoping to make a little extra cash? We already know TEFL can take you places, but what most people don’t realize, is that you can...keep reading

The first time I ever had an oyster was at Eventide Oyster Company in Portland, ME. I was 25 years old, and just started liking seafood. I was with new...keep reading

If you’re reading this, you’ve either considered teaching English abroad before, or the title hooked you to something you didn’t know was possible. Either way, landing a job teaching English...keep reading