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Teaching Positions in Asia Soar as Borders Open in Popular TEFL Markets

Oxford Seminars — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 20:10:54 +0000

At long last borders opened in March, 2022 to some of the biggest TEFL markets in Asia, with governments in Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam all announcing the easing of COVID-19 entry restrictions for those crossing their borders for work. JAPAN Easing of Long-Awaited Border Restrictions Finally Announced In fact, the government of Japan announced on […]

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What You Can Buy for a Dollar in Japan

Oxford Seminars — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:07:15 +0000

Teachers the world over know that the dollar store is a great place to get teaching supplies. Classrooms always need pencils, paper, and props for lessons. While Japan doesn’t use the dollar, those embarking on a teaching adventure there can still get everything they need for their classroom at the hyakuen, or 100-yen store. […]

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COVID and the Forecast for Teaching Abroad in 2022

Oxford Seminars — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:35:54 +0000

It’s pretty fair to say that COVID has been like a very big, very wet blanket, thrown over so many of our plans since it emerged in 2019. Many of us have had to adjust our career goals, our travel plans, and our lifestyles to accommodate this almost surreal situation. Now however, after more than […]

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Two Places Retro Gamers MUST See in Japan!

Oxford Seminars — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 14:39:44 +0000

There are many paths to developing a lifelong interest in Japanese culture. When I moved to Japan in 2014 to teach English, I got to know how many of my fellow ESL teachers came to be there. Some practiced Japanese martial arts like judo or karate, while others were there for the food, the trains, […]

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Teaching English in 2022: Top ESL Job Opportunities

Oxford Seminars — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 20:15:54 +0000

As the new year approaches, and society as a whole is hoping to put COVID-19 in the rear-view mirror, many teachers are wondering about upcoming job opportunities for 2022. Well, for those thinking of getting back on the road to teach English overseas, and experience amazing travel adventures in 2022, we’ve got some good news. […]

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What Teaching in Japan is REALLY like

Oxford Seminars — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 17:59:22 +0000

Japan, for many, fires the imagination in ways that other countries just…don’t. Sorry other countries, but you have a lot to compete with: an epic history, an intricate and well-preserved culture with some seriously deep roots, an amazing and unique cuisine, a landscape straight out of a fantasy novel, and some of the friendliest, most […]

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COVID-19 Restrictions in Top 10 Teaching Markets

Oxford Seminars — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:49:17 +0000

Many teachers considering taking up new work abroad in 2021 have a lot of very valid questions as to the process of relocating these days, especially as it pertains to COVID-19 restrictions. Are schools even hiring? Can they sponsor visas? Do I need a COVID-free test? And so on. We’ve compiled the answers to many […]

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Teaching English in 2021: Top ESL Job Opportunities

Oxford Seminars — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:49:27 +0000

While the global COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted airlines and the travel industry as a whole throughout the year 2020, there are still a number of countries, predominantly in Asia, with a strong demand for foreign English teachers. Schools in South Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Thailand have all been able to sponsor visas […]

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Live from Teaching ESL in Japan – Meet Our Grad Sierra!

Oxford Seminars — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 21:31:55 +0000

In the video below our grad Sierra talks to us live from Japan! Watch to learn all about her adventure teaching English abroad, from certification to starting her ESL teaching job in Japan. Want to get started teaching ESL abroad? Attend a Free Information Session Find a Course Near You Read some of the […]

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How Teaching ESL Abroad empowered me & built my confidence – Video

Oxford Seminars — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 04:00:00 +0000

Watch the video below to see how our graduate Leigh stopped delaying her travel plans and decided to teach ESL and travel the world. Leigh talks about how she found empowerment by teaching English abroad, as well as how travel can empower women. Leigh also shares tips on what to pack for your adventure abroad, […]

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