TEFL South Riding

Enrol on our TEFL course in Thailand and experience a country with one of the most amazingly different cultures in the world. Known as the land of smiles, Thailand is famed for its natural beauty and endless sights just waiting for visitors to discover. From great spicy food, idyllic beaches and islands, to vibrant nightlife, a low cost of living and friendly people, this country has something to offer everyone. The demand for teaching English in Thailand is immense, from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Phuket to Koh Samui. You are certain to be offered employment after taking ITTT’s world renowned course here. With our courses running throughout the entire year in three unique locations we are sure that we have a course that is right for you. Phuket is a tropical Island in the Andaman Sea...  [Read more]

California is probably the most famous state of them all due to the many Hollywood movies set here. Endless beaches, great surfing and a warm climate also make California a premier vacation destination. The Gold Rush of the 19th century first brought California a huge economic boom and an iconic wave of immigration. Still today, the state is among the most diverse in the country with a population of many different backgrounds and ethnicities. California is also the most populous state in the country and one of the largest as it covers three quarters of the entire West Coast. In the south, just 30 minutes from the Mexican border, lies San Diego. The city has a warm climate throughout the year and is often called ‘America’s Finest City’. San Diego offers splendid entertainment, outdoor...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Destinations One of the big attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you can choose your destination from dozens of great countries all over the world. Some people choose to go where the salaries are high or where the climate is warm year-round. However, if riding the waves is your big passion, you will not be disappointed as there are plenty of worldwide locations where you will find teaching opportunities and great surfing. Here are our top 5 places for surfers to teach English abroad. Brazil is our number 1 pick as it is famous around the world for its countless stunning beaches, year-round surfing options, and relaxed beach culture. As the largest country in Latin America with one of the world’s fastest growing...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences When talking about using songs in the classroom, the first things we should probably start by asking ourselves is why use them? And why are they important? This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Karina C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. To answer these questions, I will throw you back to your childhood for a moment, more specifically to the first five years of your life and ask you to think of this; how many things do you remember from your early childhood? Do you remember what you use to be told? Or any conversations you had with your mother/father or tutor? What about school lessons (forget about the songs here for a moment...  [Read more]

Katie and Jake from Untold Wanderlust Destinations After galivanting around India, Central Asia, and Europe for the summer, we finally decided to head back to Vietnam for another year of teaching. However, this time we were going to make a huge change! Instead of going back to our jobs, apartment and friends in Ho Chi Minh City, we decided to check out what Hanoi has to offer. Although it’s the same country, it’s like starting all over again! As we have only recently gone through this huge change, we have decided to put together 5 important things to help you make the move to Hanoi and teach English. First, you will need to find work. Before even thinking of applying for job vacancies, It’s important to know what type of work you are...  [Read more]

  Phuket is a fantastic tropical paradise. Located in the crystal clear, relaxing waters off the southwest coast of Thailand, Phuket has rightfully earned the name, “Pearl of the Andaman Sea”. Phuket is Thailand’s largest island and offers a huge variety of things to do and places to see. The island’s cities are safe and offer modern technology. Its famous nightlife is surrounded by quiet countryside, rolling mountains, lush jungle, historic temples and gentle waterfalls. Even the well-traveled know it’s difficult to find so many offerings on one island. Phuket’s breath-taking beaches also offer plenty of variety. Famous, Patong bustles with activity year-round, yet the Zen-like beaches of Mai Khao and Layan remain sublimely quiet through high season. Even Phuket’s...  [Read more]