myTEFL Teach and Travel Blog Archives

May 15, 2026 Expat Living

Financing Your Journey: From Certification to Classroom

Entering the world of education is a significant milestone for anyone looking to make a lasting difference. You have likely spent a long time dreaming...

May 12, 2026 Expat Living

How online mental health resources support teachers working overseas

Adapting to life as an overseas teacher often involves challenges that go far beyond the classroom. Mental health can become a pressing concern when adjusting...

May 8, 2026 MyTEFL Graduates

Tania’s myTEFL Journey

From small-town Canada to a thriving teaching career in the heart of Europe, Tania’s journey is exactly the kind of adventure many aspiring TEFL teachers...

April 27, 2026 myTEFL Teach and Travel Blog

CHINESE CHARACTERS VS. ENGLISH ALPHABET: WHY LEARNING HANZI BOOSTS PATTERN RECOGNITION

Learning Hanzi enhances your pattern recognition by engaging your brain in ways the English alphabet doesn’t. While the English system relies heavily on phonetics, Chinese...

April 24, 2026 myTEFL Teach and Travel Blog

Travel Habits That Instantly Give Away That You’re New (And How to Blend In Anywhere)

There’s a certain kind of traveler you can spot from a mile away. Not because they’re doing anything wrong, but because they’re doing everything in...

April 10, 2026 Adventures Abroad

What $1,000 a Month Looks Like in Different Countries (2026 Edition)

If you’ve ever wondered how far $1,000 USD can actually go around the world, the answer is: far more than you might expect—depending on where...

March 27, 2026 myTEFL Teach and Travel Blog

A Day in the Life of a TEFL Teacher in South Korea

Spoiler: it’s equal parts chaos, caffeine, and surprisingly wholesome moments. 7:00 AM – The Alarm (and mild regret)My alarm goes off way too early, and...

March 13, 2026 Teaching Abroad Tips

Food Hacks for Long-Term Travel: How to Eat Well (and Cheap) While Teaching Abroad

Moving abroad to teach English is one of the most exciting ways to travel long-term. You get to experience a new culture, explore incredible cities,...