Category Archives for Latin America
Why I fell in love with the Asado!! by Grace Miller (Argentina)
The story that I am about to tell requires two pieces of background information. First, that this city is very welcoming to foreigners and also has free reputable public education so many people come from surrounding countries to take advantage of it….Living here in Buenos Aires I have had the pleasure of meeting many people […]
Continue readingIn-country TEFL courses vs online…you get what you pay for! By Elena (Mexico)
If you are thinking about getting certified in teaching English abroad you certainly have come across something called ”TEFL course” and by doing some research you will have noticed that there are two main options: online and on-site TEFL courses.If you are still wondering which one to take and what the differences and the advantages […]
Continue readingTips and Advice on Living in Peru! by Molly
Bienvenidos! My name is Molly and I have recently completed my TEFL course and taught in Cusco, Peru! I am 22 years old and originally from London, England! Here are some practical tips and information about my time living and teaching in this beautiful country. I completed my TEFL in the Incan city of Cusco, […]
Continue readingQ and A with Ryder (Peru)
What is your name, age and nationality? My name is Ryder Hearn, I am 22 years old. I am from the United States. What is your education level and background? I graduated Lake Havasu High School when I was 18 years old and decided not to pursue college. I did take a few semesters but I […]
Continue readingSurprise trip to Tehuamixtle, Jalisco! By Elena Bigini (Mexico)
Mexico is beautiful, this you might already know. The thing is.. it never stops surprising you. Nature is wonderful…On Sunday, April 7th, I was taken, as a surprise, to Tehuamixtle Bay, in the state of Jalisco, Mexico East Coast. My friend and I were supposed to visit Yelapa, a really famous beach in the area, […]
Continue readingWhat to expect on a TEFL Course! By Elena Bigini (Mexico)
Are you thinking about taking a TEFL course, but have no idea what they look like, or what country to get certified in? Keep reading to find out more information like what actually are they? In what circumstances can you apply? And can you actually fail it..Are all TEFL courses the same? First of all you […]
Continue readingHow TEFL has changed my life! By Grace Miller (Argentina)
How has TEFL changed my life? At the 7 month mark as an official TEFL teacher I can say with confidence that my experience can be described with many MANY adjectives! The predominating ones being very positive, although the negative ones are also cool, because aren’t we all just trying to learn a thing or two in […]
Continue readingTEFL, what’s it all about? By Kacey Andreotta
Are TEFL courses worth it? TEFL courses can be expensive, but the benefits DEFINITELY outweigh the cost. First and foremost, a TEFL certificate is reputable in countries all over the world. This means that you can get a job wherever your heart desires, you are employable across the globe! TEFL certified courses provide a standard measure […]
Continue readingInterview with Grace Miller, Argentina Q & A
PERSONAL PROFILEWhat is your name, age and nationality? My name is Grace Miller, I’m 22 and I am from the USA What is your education level and background? I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Economics from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, FL Have you travelled abroad previously, and if so where? Previous to this year I had traveled […]
Continue readingInterview with Kacey Andreotta, Mexico Q & A
PERSONAL PROFILE What is your name, age and nationality? I’m Kacey Andreotta, age 27, originally from the USA What is your education level and background? I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master of Education in Counseling- Student Affairs Have you travelled abroad previously, and if so where? I lived in Prague, Czech Republic, traveled to […]
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