4 Reasons Why Teaching English

Abroad is a Great Idea

If you're on the fence about Teaching English Abroad, here are 4 reasons

to make that decision and do it! Teach English abroad and make new friends, experience new cultures, and get paid for it.

If you've got an adventurous spirit and a whole lot of passion, teaching English abroad can be a great way to indulge yourself -- and do something amazing for other people, all at the same time! Want to learn more? Let's start by going over 4 of the reasons why teaching English abroad is such a great idea: 1. You'll get to see the world -- without spending a fortune If you were to pick up and head to Asia for a few months or spend a year in Latin America, you'd wind up spending thousands and thousands of dollars to do it. But, instead, teaching English overseas gives you the chance to see the things you've always dreamed of -- and get paid for it! Once you're certified, you'll be able to teach English overseas in all corners of the globe. Because people in virtually every country want to learn English, you can wind up anywhere from Taiwan, to the Ukraine, to Spain. No matter where you go, you'll be able to experience a new culture and see things you only thought you'd get to see on TV, and help your students learn one of the most popular languages in the world.

Imagine the adventures you'll be able to have and the stories you'll be able to share when you get back! 2. You'll get to do some learning of your own Sure, you'll be standing at the front of the room as the teacher, but when you teach English abroad, you get to be part-student, too. Your students will teach you about their local customs, tell you about hidden eateries that offer the best food, and let you know about things to do that are so far off the beaten path that you would never have read about them in a travel guide! 3. Getting certified is easier than you think You don't need a college degree or formal teaching experience in order to teach English abroad. Instead, as long as you're over 18, you can learn everything you need to in an accredited 150-hour program. That way, you don't have to spend years and years in school before you can go out and make a difference! 4. It's an amazing resume booster Teaching English abroad gives you a chance to give people the gift of English -- and, as an added benefit, it makes you more marketable to employers later. After all, your experience teaching English abroad will show potential employers that you can head into a brand new, unfamiliar situation and thrive. It also shows that you love a good challenge and that you're devoted to the things that you do day-in and day-out.