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Learn about Bridge alumni who have launched their English teaching journey both in a physical classroom and online. Get inspired by their first steps into the TEFL world, the rewarding experiences they have had with their students, and their insights into what it’s like to become an English teacher. Hear about their aspirations and how they plan to grow as professionals in the dynamic field of English language education.
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Abril, From Argentina, Aspiring English Teacher and Au Pair in the U.S.
In addition to traveling and having the chance to improve her English skills, getting into teaching ESL drove Bridge grad Abril Galloti, from Argentina, to get TEFL/TESOL certified while in […] -
Hunter, From the U.S., Teaching English in South Korea
Building connections with people from other cultures sparked the interest of IDELTOnline™ grad Hunter Holguin, from the U.S., to go down an English teaching path. After completing his TEFL course, […] -
Samantha, From the U.S., Teaching in the Dominican Republic
By joining a mission trip to the Dominican Republic, Bridge grad and Crown College student Samantha Stepp has been able to participate in an internship and get her feet wet […]
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Suchismita, From India, Bilingual School Teacher in France
Determined to make her own way in a new country, Bridge grad Suchismita, from India, has been teaching English since she immigrated to France. She’s currently teaching ESL to young […] -
Nkwa, From Trinidad and Tobago, Teaching English Online
The pandemic gave Bridge grad Nkwa, from Trinidad and Tobago, a window of opportunity to make a career switch to online English teaching. Currently, she specializes in giving Business English […] -
Margaret, From the U.S., Teaching English Online
Having worked in various sectors throughout her career, such as publishing and tech, Bridge grad Margaret Jones, from the U.S., leveraged her English and computer programming skills to embark on […] -
Rock-Country Artist Anthony Tullo, From Canada, on His Latest Pursuit: Teaching English
With several albums, films, and awards under his belt, Canadian rock country artist and actor Anthony Tullo has made a name for himself both onstage and onscreen. Now, he’s amplifying […] -
Randy, From the U.S., Aspiring to Teach English Online in Retirement
A backpacking experience abroad inspired Bridge grad Randy Rudloff, from the U.S., to rekindle a past career in English teaching. He shares the story of how he got TEFL certified […] -
Sisi Reid, Training to Teach English Using Hip-Hop
Fueled by her love of art and teaching, Sisi is training under the Lo-Fi Language Learning's Arts ‘n EFL program, which aims to help teachers integrate hip-hop into their classes. She talks about how art and ESL teaching can be... -
Ruth, From Uganda, Online Business English Teacher
When COVID-19 put Ruth's plans to teach English in Chile on hold, she quickly adapted by switching to the virtual classroom. She shares what it's like teaching Business English online and what inspires her as an ESL instructor. -
Brandon, From the U.S., Teaching English in Prague
When his workplace in New York went out of business due to the pandemic, Brandon saw a chance to transition from retail to education and make his dream of teaching English abroad a reality.