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ELT/ESL Professional Development
Take your teaching career to the next level with professional development. Whether it’s earning a Specialized TEFL/TESOL certificate to enhance your resume, taking a Micro-credential course to learn a new skill you can use to improve your teaching, or watching ELT webinars on hot industry topics, we’re always offering new professional development opportunities to our global teachers.
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April 1, 2024
Professional Development for ESL Teachers – 9 Ways to Boost Your Resume
By Camille Turner
Professional development for ESL teachers is sometimes overlooked, but it’s important if you want to grow as a teacher and become more marketable for jobs. Here are 9 ways to...
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April 24, 2025
Aspectos Destacados del BBELT 2025: Innovación, adaptabilidad y crecimiento en la enseñanza del inglés
By Ricardo Cifuentes
La conferencia BBELT 2025 reunió a profesionales de la enseñanza del inglés de todo el mundo en un entorno completamente virtual. Centrada en el tema “Forjando futuros brillantes a través... -
April 24, 2025
BBELT 2025 Highlights: Innovation, Adaptability, and Growth in ELT
By Ricardo Cifuentes
The 2025 BBELT Conference brought together English teaching professionals from around the world in a rich, all‐online setting. Centered around the theme “Shaping Brighter Futures Through ELT,” the event was...
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April 4, 2024
Global Connections: Introducing Bridge’s TEFL/TESOL Events Calendar
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Whether you’re a seasoned educator, a new teacher, or someone who’s just passionate about language and culture, TEFL events can connect you with educators and other industry experts worldwide who... -
April 12, 2024
8 Benefits of Professional Development in ELT
By Linda D'Argenio
The importance of professional development for ESL teachers cannot be understated, and just like an effective teacher addresses students’ needs, effective professional development should address the teacher’s specific needs. These...
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April 17, 2025
How a Master’s in TESOL Prepares You for Leadership Roles in Education
By Bridge
This is a guest post contributed by Bridge’s M.A. pathway university partner, Westcliff University. Today’s educational environment demands teachers who are adaptable, innovative, and equipped to foster inclusive, engaging, and... -
April 11, 2025
English as a Global Language: The Case for Teaching Different Accents and Dialects
By Johanna Kawasaki
English is a global language used not just by native speakers, but as a lingua franca between speakers of other languages worldwide. Here's how you can teach a variety of...
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March 27, 2025
7 Reasons to Consider English as a Lingua Franca When Teaching Business English
By Linda D'Argenio
With over 1.5 billion people speaking English, the language is now universally considered a lingua franca around the globe. Between 70 and 75% of speakers are non-native, making English a... -
January 15, 2025
Teachers Are People Too: Insights From Bridge Tutors’ Annual Professional Development Seminar
By Rachel Story
Bridge’s commitment to professional development and growth was on full display during the recent tutors’ annual professional development seminar titled Teachers Are People Too. This event highlighted the importance of... -
January 14, 2025
8 Essential Strategies to Avoid English Teacher Burnout
By Bridge
Burnout is a challenge faced by many educators, and English teachers are no different. Whether you’re teaching English online, in a classroom, or balancing both, the demands of lesson planning,... -
January 12, 2025
Lifelong Learning in Business English: Supporting Teacher Well-Being Through Professional Development
By Nick Ramirez
In the fast-paced world of Business English, staying current is essential as advancements in online learning and artificial intelligence reshape the field. Professional development empowers teachers to adapt confidently while... -
December 31, 2024
Embracing Lifelong Learning: Professional Development Pathways to Enhance Teacher Well-Being
By James Padgett
Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) is one of the most rewarding careers, but it can also be one of the most demanding. TEFL educators often juggle lesson planning,... -
December 29, 2024
Feeling Stressed? 7 Ways to Overcome TEFL Job Search Fatigue
By Betsy Ramser Jaime
While there's an increased demand for online English teachers due to the global coronavirus crisis, the market is also more competitive than ever. If you’re on the job hunt and... -
December 15, 2024
Eddy, From Nicaragua, Growing as an Educator Through Lifelong Learning
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Driven by his passion for improving his students’ learning outcomes, Bridge graduate Eddy Salgado, from Nicaragua, has consistently sought opportunities for professional growth. His dedication to enhancing his teaching led... -
December 14, 2024
Culture, AI, and the Future of Business English: Highlights From the 37th Annual IATEFL BESIG Conference in Malta
By Savannah Potter
For nearly 40 years, the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language, IATEFL, Business English Special Interest Group (BESIG) has hosted an incredible in-person event for TEFL/TESOL... -
December 1, 2024
10 Powerful 2025 Goals for English Teachers to Ring In the New Year
By Camille Turner
The year 2025 is almost here! It’s a great time to define your goals in teaching English language learners for the new year. Whether you’re choosing New Year’s resolutions or... -
November 22, 2024
Connect, Learn, and Grow: Preply Online Teaching Conference 2024 Highlights
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Bringing together online English teachers and experts from across the globe, Preply created a virtual hub of learning and inspiration as it hosted its third annual online teaching conference, from... -
November 17, 2024
Teacher Change: Highlights of the TD SIG’s 2024 Web Carnival
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Empowering English language teachers to embrace change as a catalyst for professional growth, the IATEFL’s Teacher Development Special Interest Group (TD SIG) chapter hosted its eighth web carnival, titled “Teacher... -
November 16, 2024
Explore 6 English Language Teaching Niches With TEFL Insiders
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Are you a prospective English teacher feeling clueless about which types of learners you should teach? Or, maybe you’re an experienced teacher looking to expand your student audience? From teaching... -
November 2, 2024
Finding Your Niche in English Language Teaching
By Bridge
So, what exactly is a niche, and how do you find yours when teaching English? In business, a niche is a specific corner of the market, targeting particular people with... -
November 1, 2024
8 Reasons Specializing in Business English Can Boost Your ELT Career
By Savannah Potter
Business English is one of the fastest-growing teaching specializations in TEFL. Whether you teach online or in person, teaching Business English can be fun and lucrative and can boost your... -
October 15, 2024
Prepare Business English Students for Career Success & Employability With 21st-Century Skills
By Shélynn Riel
In this rapidly changing world, Business English teachers are tasked with delivering language and skills that will increase students’ employability and effectiveness in the modern workplace. Teaching Business English extends... -
October 14, 2024
Supporting ELT Educators with Innovations in Language Instruction: Highlights of the 2024 Panama TESOL Convention
By Krzl Light Nuñes
From harnessing the power of AI in teaching to teacher entrepreneurship to novel materials and teaching methodologies, Panama TESOL sparked a wave of innovation at the fourth Panama TESOL Convention,... -
October 10, 2024
Promoting Social, Cultural, Global, and Environmental Awareness in the ESL Classroom
By Krzl Light Nuñes
In our increasingly interconnected world, English students are constantly immersed in multicultural experiences, whether interacting with friends from other countries or collaborating with global business teams. As today’s learners are... -
October 8, 2024
Teaching English Abroad Requirements: What Do You Really Need?
By Bridge
When it comes to qualifying to teach English abroad, what do you really need? There are considerations such as TEFL certification, degree, experience, and more, and requirements vary depending on... -
October 7, 2024
What Is TESOL? What Is TEFL? Which Certificate Is Better – TEFL or TESOL?
By Jennifer Collis
You’ve been doing your research into getting certified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) and you keep running across the term TESOL. So, what is TESOL? Is the... -
September 28, 2024
Innovative Strategies for Effective English Language Teaching: Highlights of BRAZ-TESOL SC’s Event in Florianopolis
By Krzl Light Nuñes
With an in-depth look at the meaning of “innovation” at its core, BRAZ-TESOL’s Santa Catarina Chapter recently brought together English language educators from the southern region of Brazil to the... -
September 27, 2024
The Importance of Transferable Skills for ESL/EFL Students
By Jennifer Maguire
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and solve problems creatively is more important than ever. For ESL students, transferable skills are crucial for success in... -
September 3, 2024
Motivating Business English Students by Aligning Language Learning With Career Advancement
By Jennifer Maguire
In today’s globalized world, mastering Business English is more than just acquiring a new language; it’s about unlocking career potential and enhancing professional opportunities. Aligning Business English learning with career... -
August 30, 2024
Umut Ergöz, New Content Curator & Poster Volunteer for IATEFL Business English SIG
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Equipped with a wealth of Business English teaching experience and a passion for digital content, Umut Ergöz, Academic Operations Coordinator for Bridge Corporate Language Learning, has recently joined the IATEFL... -
August 17, 2024
Creating a Student-Centered Classroom Through CLIL Methodologies
By Rashmi
Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is a bilingual education approach in which students are taught a content subject through a foreign language. The primary goal of CLIL is to... -
August 16, 2024
Developing Teamwork and Social Skills in the Business English Classroom
By Krzl Light Nuñes
In our increasingly interconnected world, mastering Business English has gone beyond being a workplace necessity – it’s a pivotal component of career advancement. Whether a person takes Business English classes... -
August 11, 2024
Engaging Sample CLIL Lesson Plans for the ESL/EFL Classroom
By Dorothy Zemach
The good news about formulating a strong lesson plan for a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) class is that it will contain many of the same features of a... -
August 4, 2024
The Rise of CLIL in Global Education Systems
By Jennifer Maguire
In a globalized world, multilingualism has become increasingly important. In response to this, the progressive educational approach of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is seeing global adoption as a... -
August 3, 2024
What Are the Benefits of CLIL in Bilingual Education?
By Dorothy Zemach
If you’re interested in bilingual education, you’ve doubtless already encountered the term CLIL — Content and Language Integrated Learning. The CLIL approach involves learning about another subject (the “content”) while... -
July 15, 2024
Q&A With IDELTOnline™ Instructor Shélynn Riel
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Drawing from her extensive experience as a university academic English instructor, program director, and teacher trainer, Shélynn Riel is a Bridge International Diploma in English Language Teaching (IDELTOnline™) instructor and... -
June 30, 2024
Global Perspectives: EF’s 3rd Annual Online English Teacher Conference
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Keeping online English teachers abreast of timely issues and the latest tech and online teaching methodologies, EF Teach Online held its 3rd Annual Online English Teacher Conference on June 21st.... -
June 29, 2024
Tech-Driven Transformation: How Technology is Revolutionizing English Language Teaching
By Jennifer Maguire
The language learning market is vast, and like so many other industries, it’s evolving with technological advances. Language learners are today’s largest cohort of learners around the globe with one... -
June 27, 2024
Online ESL Teachers Share Their Favorite Tech Tools
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Do you often find yourself scrambling for digital tools to deliver your online English classes more efficiently and make your activities more interactive? Although there are many platforms and software... -
May 25, 2024
What’s the CEFR? The GSE? English Language Learner Levels Explained
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Students' English proficiency levels can get confusing! Learn about the CEFR, a universal standard for describing language learner levels that's essential for any TEFL teacher to be familiar with. -
May 24, 2024
The Essentials of Teaching Business English Online and In Person
By Camille Turner
What is teaching Business English all about, and what activities should you use in this TEFL/TESOL subfield? Learn where these adult ESL students are, what it takes to get a... -
May 12, 2024
Bridge’s IDELTOnline™ University Partners Share Benefits of MA TESOL Pathway Program
By Jennifer Maguire
The journey to pursue or enhance English teaching skills isn’t just about personal growth; it’s also about making connections. Bridge’s International Diploma in English Language Teaching (IDELTOnline™) provides a transformative... -
April 27, 2024
IATEFL 2024 Conference: Leveraging Technology and Harnessing the Entrepreneurial Spirit
By Krzl Light Nuñes
As the use of AI and other technologies in English language teaching continues to expand, so do the discussions around the opportunities it brings and the ELT community’s discussions regarding... -
April 14, 2024
5 Strategies to Get the Most Out of Professional Development
By Rashmi
Continued professional development (CPD) is useful in any industry and TEFL is no exception. Professional development refers to acquiring new skills through education and career training after joining the workforce.... -
April 2, 2024
Level Up Your Professional Development With Bridge Expert Series Webinars
By Krzl Light Nuñes
While growing as an English teacher involves keeping skills up to date and staying current on trends, you may wonder how you can fit continuous professional development into your daily... -
March 31, 2024
BBELT 2024 Conference Highlights: Exploring AI, Dynamic Resources, and Student Engagement
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Technology was the topic de jour at this year’s 21st Best and Brightest in English Language Learning (BBELT) Conference, held March 1-2, with many presenters discussing ways to leverage AI... -
March 29, 2024
8 Tips for Teaching English for Test Preparation
By Krzl Light Nuñes
With the high demand and increase in earning potential, it’s no surprise that preparing students for the IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and other English proficiency tests is a popular niche among... -
March 17, 2024
Hyper-Personalize Your Business English Teaching With AI
By Krzl Light Nuñes
AI tools have many uses for the ESL teacher, but one niche is particularly well suited to using AI – Business English. In addition to various benefits like simplifying tasks... -
February 29, 2024
Further Your Career by Upskilling With TEFL/TESOL Micro-Credentials
By Bridge
If you’re already teaching English or perhaps waiting to get hired with your new TEFL certificate, now is the perfect time to take TEFL/TESOL Micro-Credentials. These short, topical Bridge courses are online... -
February 23, 2024
5 Ways to Set Yourself Apart as an English Teacher
By Rashmi
These five ways to set yourself apart as an English teacher will help you make a good impression on potential employers and land a reputable, high-paying job in the TEFL... -
February 11, 2024
What Is Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)?
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Whether you want to teach in a classroom close to home, work from your home, run your own teaching business, teach abroad, or travel as a digital nomad, teaching English... -
December 26, 2023
Jeannine, From Canada, Growing as a Teacherpreneur
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Building a niche and choosing the best platforms are just some of the strategies that have helped Bridge grad Jeannine Brandt, from Canada, scale her online English teaching venture. As... -
November 30, 2023
Leveraging English Proficiency Testing in Academics and Employment
By Linda D'Argenio
English language testing constitutes a significant part of the English teaching industry. Every year, millions of students take various tests to demonstrate their proficiency in English. To put this in... -
October 31, 2023
Make Your Experience Count: Careers in EFL
By Maricela Breedlove
Whether your TEFL certification has taken you to classrooms around the world or allowed you to teach from home, chances are, you've accumulated valuable skills and experience you can apply... -
October 18, 2023
Bridge and IATEFL LTSIG Co-Host Event on Empowering ELT Through Technology
By Rashmi
How are you using technology in the English language learning classroom? This co-hosted, free online event tackled the many ways technology can be a tool for today’s ESL/EFL educators. On... -
September 16, 2023
How to Use Digital Badges to Get a TEFL/TESOL Job
By Krzl Light Nuñes
When you complete a Bridge online course, you’ll not only be able to immediately download your TEFL/TESOL certificate, now you’ll also receive a digital badge for TEFL/TESOL. Digital badges are dynamic... -
September 5, 2023
A Teacherpreneur Shares 6 Reasons to Become an Independent ESL Teacher
By Josefina Castillo
She got her start teaching English at a language institute but soon made the leap from being an employee to launching her own English institute. Could the freelancer path be... -
September 1, 2023
Introducing the Teacherpreneur Academy: Empowering Educators to Launch an Independent Teaching Career
By Savannah Potter
A new kind of entrepreneur has arrived and is changing the landscape of online English language teaching. The teacherpreneur is an independent educator, driven business owner and lifelong student. These... -
August 19, 2023
I’ve Just Completed My TEFL/TESOL Certification, Now What?
By Jennifer Collis
You’ve finished your TEFL/TESOL certification course – congratulations! Now you’re trained and qualified to teach English to speakers of other languages in locations around the world and/or online. But where should you... -
July 23, 2023
No Teacher Left Behind: An Empowering 19th BRAZ-TESOL Conference
By Krzl Light Nuñes
With a spotlight on equipping the English language teaching community with the skills, tools, and best practices for current and future trends, BRAZ-TESOL convened ELT educators from Brazil and abroad... -
July 4, 2023
Demand for Business English Continues to Grow Exponentially – Learn the Ins and Outs of This Lucrative ELT Niche for Teachers
By Shélynn Riel
In today’s competitive world, acquiring proficiency in the English language has become essential, and learning Business English is fast becoming a necessity, as English is the lingua franca, the international... -
June 27, 2023
Get to Know Bridge Expert Series Webinar Moderator Shélynn Riel
By Savannah Potter
The Bridge ELT Expert Series of live monthly webinars brings together ELT experts to share insights and perspectives on the latest English language learning techniques and technologies. Each month focuses... -
May 15, 2023
Teaching PTE Test Prep: 8 Resources to Guide Your English Language Classes
By Bridge
This guest article was written by Pearson, a leading global publisher of English language curricula and resources, courseware, and assessments. The Pearson Test of English, or PTE, is quickly becoming... -
May 14, 2023
From Decolonizing ELT to Embracing Multimodal Approaches, IATEFL 2023 Delivered Calls to Action
By Shélynn Riel
I arrived at Harrogate station feeling contemplative and eager to experience my first IATEFL conference. The view from the train into the North Yorkshire, England town of Harrogate is idyllic... -
April 28, 2023
How Long Does It Take to Get a TEFL Certification?
By Rashmi
If you’re thinking about becoming an English teacher or are exploring a new ESL niche, you’ll need to consider getting TEFL/TESOL certified. These certifications help you qualify for competitive jobs... -
March 30, 2023
Upskilling Opportunities for ELT Industry Grow With Global Shifts, Rise of Private Sector EFL Companies
By Jennifer Maguire
Denver, Co – If you work in education, you’re likely immersed in a culture that greatly values continued professional development, or CPD. In recent years, this idea of continuous growth... -
February 19, 2023
How (And Why) English Teachers Should Improve the Employability of Their Students
By Bridge
This guest article was written by Pearson, a leading global publisher of English language curricula and resources, courseware, and assessments. In many parts of the world, English has been adopted... -
February 13, 2023
More Connected Than Ever: Taking Advantage of Global ELT Associations’ Online Offerings
By Shélynn Riel
Since ELT is a global industry, it’s common for teachers to travel the world and teach in various contexts. However, despite forming part of a global industry, English teachers often... -
January 22, 2023
How to Teach English Online – Should I Work With a Company or for Myself?
By Chris Rush
One of the best things about teaching online is that it’s so flexible; it can be a full-time job or a side gig, you can be a new or experienced... -
January 15, 2023
How to Monetize Your Freelance Teaching Business
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Get tips for making more money as a freelance teacher, and discover how you can monetize your freelance teaching business through social media, blogging, selling lesson plans, and more. -
October 15, 2022
Is Getting a Master’s in TESOL Worth It?
By Camille Turner
Earning a master’s degree is a major commitment of time, money, and energy. You may be considering a career in teaching English as a foreign language, but is a master’s... -
September 26, 2022
7 Non-Teaching Skills You Need to Launch an Online English Tutoring Business
By Krzl Light Nuñes
From finding students and creating lessons to scheduling classes and collecting payments, establishing your own ESL business may make you feel like you need to be a jack of all... -
July 5, 2022
Key Takeaways From the BridgeUniverse TEFL Jobs ’22 Summit
By Rashmi
It’s 2022 and the TEFL job market has changed a lot over the last few years. To analyze the different trends and possibilities in the international arena, Bridge held a... -
June 28, 2022
What Is the Best TEFL Certification? How to Choose Your Course
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Sifting through the plethora of courses to choose the best TEFL certification doesn't have to make your head spin! Use this simple guide to find the right TEFL course for... -
June 13, 2022
Instructional and Curricular Design in ESL/EFL
By Krzl Light Nuñes
There’s no doubt that, as an English teacher, you want to help your students achieve their goals for learning English, but how can you make sure that your lesson materials... -
June 11, 2022
What Is Reflective Teaching and Why Is It Important?
By Gerald Smith
If you feel that your teaching is becoming a bit stale or you’re unsure of a lesson’s effectiveness, reflective teaching is the best way to regain your confidence and interest... -
May 20, 2022
Key Takeaways From the BridgeUniverse English Language Testing Summit
By Rashmi
BridgeUniverse successfully hosted its second Summit with the participation of various leaders in the English Language Testing field. The Virtual Summit on English Language Testing: High Stakes for Learners &... -
April 20, 2022
Bridge Course Support: Enhancing the TEFL Student Experience
By Camille Turner
Whether you’re currently taking a TEFL course or are thinking of starting your own ESL teaching business and need ideas for how to offer your courses, looking at the support... -
April 19, 2022
A Guide to Teaching TOEFL Test Prep: What It Entails and How to Get Started
By Rashmi
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a standardized test used for admissions and placements around the world. Teaching TOEFL test prep is a great niche for... -
April 16, 2022
Q&A With IDELTOnline™ Instructor Katie Henley
By Krzl Light Nuñes
A seasoned English teacher and Bridge tutor with a Master’s in TESOL, Katie Henley is an IDELTOnline™ instructor who has leveraged her own language learning experience to help trainees achieve... -
March 30, 2022
How Can I Start Teaching IELTS Exam Prep?
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Looking to stand out as an English teacher? Expand your career prospects and earning potential by carving out a teaching niche, such as preparing students to take the world's most... -
March 23, 2022
Do I Need a “TEFL Resume”? FAQs and Tips (Plus a Sample Resume!)
By Coleen Monroe
When completing your TEFL certification or applying for teaching jobs, you may have run across references to a “TEFL resume.” Is this different from a standard resume? And do you... -
March 15, 2022
What Achievements Can My Digital Badges Showcase to Employers?
By Johanna Kawasaki
Bridge digital badges provide employers with an easy way to get the full picture of your TEFL/TESOL achievements with just a click. But what specific accomplishments can your badges showcase? -
March 10, 2022
How Many Hours of TEFL/TESOL Certification Do I Need? Is 120 Enough?
By Rashmi
Find out what you really need to qualify for jobs teaching English online or abroad and get tips for choosing the right TEFL/TESOL course for your plans. -
March 8, 2022
Which TEFL Course Should I Take? 5 Questions to Help You Decide
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Bridge offers a wide range of accredited TEFL/TESOL certificates to choose from but you might feel confused by all the options, wondering which is right for you and your plans.... -
March 5, 2022
ETS Offers Teachers Grants for TOEFL® Research Projects
By Rashmi
Are you a global English language teacher interested in taking part in assessment-related research with your students? ETS, the world’s largest, nonprofit educational testing and measurement organization, is calling for... -
February 9, 2022
Teach Online and Worldwide With the Comprehensive Certification Bundle
By Jennifer Collis
Teaching English has been redefined, becoming a blend of classroom and virtual instruction. Likewise, the future of TEFL abroad has expanded to include teaching English in the classroom as well... -
January 29, 2022
How to Use LinkedIn to Get a TEFL/TESOL Job
By Camille Turner
From joining professional groups and following organizations to adding digital badges to your profile, check out the many ways you can use this social platform to get a teaching job. -
January 25, 2022
Study Tips for Bridge TEFL/TESOL Certification Courses
By Camille Turner
Whether you’ve taken an online TEFL/TESOL course before or are completely new to this type of certification, there are certain strategies you can implement to succeed. Using these study tips... -
January 14, 2022
The Value of Experience: Add a Teaching Practicum to Your Online TEFL Certification!
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Find out the benefits of completing a TEFL practicum, like increased job opportunities and more confidence in the classroom. Plus, learn how classroom-based and online TEFL teaching practicums work. -
December 6, 2021
How Much Does TEFL/TESOL Certification Cost? Is It Worth It?
By Bridge
To teach English as a foreign language, one of the qualifications employers ask for is certification. You know you need it, but how much does TEFL certification cost? Prices vary... -
November 30, 2021
About Bridge TEFL/TESOL Certificates
By Bridge
You take your professional development as a teacher seriously, and so do we, which means we only offer the highest quality TEFL certification! As an accredited educational institute, we offer... -
November 16, 2021
How to Build an Online ESL Community of Practice
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Whether you’re swapping stories during a training course or discovering job opportunities at a conference, a huge part of your growth as a TEFL/TESOL professional happens when you’re with your... -
November 11, 2021
Answers to Your Not-So-Frequently-Asked TEFL Questions
By Jennifer Collis
Know the basics when it comes to getting a TEFL/TESOL certificate and teaching English, but still have some questions? Get answers to not-so-frequently-asked TEFL questions, like whether TEFL courses provide... -
October 21, 2021
How to Write a TEFL Cover Letter (With Sample)
By Camille Turner
A TEFL cover letter conveys your enthusiasm for a position and demonstrates your qualifications for the job, but it can also fill in gaps on your resume and let your... -
October 16, 2021
What Does EFL Stand For? What’s the Difference Between EFL and ESL?
By Rashmi
English language teaching (ELT) as a profession seems to love acronyms. There’s EFL, TEFL, TESOL, and ESL, just to name a few! This article will dive into EFL specifically and,... -
October 15, 2021
Announcing New Bridge Micro-Credential Courses: Your Next Achievement Is Just a Click Away
By Jennifer Collis
The accredited TEFL/TESOL professional development you're looking for is now accessible and affordable. Bridge is proud to announce the launch of our new suite of Micro-credential courses, so you can... -
October 5, 2021
How to Create an ESL Podcast: 4 Crucial Components of an Inspiring Show
By Lindsay McMahon
This guest post is by Lindsay McMahon, founder and co-host of the All Ears English Podcast. Lindsay and her team host live events and create courses, apps, and other technology... -
September 20, 2021
How and Why to Earn College Credit for Your TEFL/TESOL Course
By Rashmi
Find out how you can get college credit for Bridge TEFL/TESOL courses, and explore your options for taking the Bridge IDELTOnline course as a pathway to a master's program at... -
September 16, 2021
Top 11 Tips for New TEFL Teachers
By Krzl Light Nuñes
You've finished your TEFL/TESOL certification – hooray! Now, apply these tips for new TEFL teachers, and you'll be ready to jump into the physical or virtual classroom with confidence. -
September 3, 2021
How to Become an Online Teacher in 5 Steps
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Online English teachers are in high demand, so there’s no better time to break into the field. After all, what’s not to love about a fun, rewarding job with the... -
August 30, 2021
What Types of Jobs Can You Get with a TEFL/TESOL Certificate?
By Krzl Light Nuñes
TEFL/TESOL certification opens up opportunities well beyond traditional teaching positions. What are your options after completing your certification? We've got you covered with an overview of the types of TEFL... -
August 20, 2021
ESL Teachers’ Takeaways From the TESOL ELevate Virtual Conference
By Krzl Light Nuñes
As the English teaching field continuously evolves, there is always a new concept for teachers to learn, a skill to upgrade, or a challenge to tackle. One way teachers can... -
August 10, 2021
Why It Matters: A Guide to TEFL Course Accreditation
By Bridge
You want to teach English worldwide or online, so you’re looking for a TEFL/TESOL training course to prepare you for the classroom and enhance your employment opportunities. How can you... -
August 4, 2021
A Teacher’s Experience at the 2021 Virtual IATEFL Conference
By Bridge
Krzl Nuñes, a freelance online English teacher in Chile, describes her experience attending the 54th annual IATEFL Conference and Exhibition, which was held virtually for the first time. -
August 4, 2021
What’s a Marketplace for Teaching English Online and Should I Use One?
By Camille Turner
If you're thinking of teaching English online, you may have considered working for a company or even starting your own tutoring business – but there's a sweet spot in the... -
May 31, 2021
ESL Philosophy of Teaching Statement: What Is It & Why Does It Matter?
By Coleen Monroe
An ESL philosophy of teaching statement can help you be a better teacher and land a top teaching job. Find out why you need a teaching philosophy and how to... -
May 28, 2021
Build Your Brand as a Teacher – Start an ESL Podcast!
By Lindsay McMahon
Lindsay McMahon, the founder and co-host of the All Ears English Podcast, which has been downloaded more than 200 million times, explains what an ESL podcast is and what the... -
May 6, 2021
Tackling Operational Challenges as a Freelance Teacher
By Maricela Breedlove
From creating cancellation policies to setting your rates and choosing a teaching platform, you'll need to handle many operational challenges as a freelance teacher. Find out what it takes to... -
April 30, 2021
6 Best EFL Blogs All Teachers Should Check Out
By Catarina Chase Aleixo
We interviewed the creators responsible for 6 of the best EFL blogs around today to find out more about why they started blogging, who should read their posts, and how... -
April 21, 2021
Are Online TEFL Courses Worth It?
By Betsy Ramser Jaime
You may wonder if you should invest in online TEFL training and if it will ultimately lead to the job you want. The simple answer for most people is a... -
April 12, 2021
Are Freelance English Teachers Born or Made?
By Josefina Castillo
A freelance English teacher talks about what skills you need to become a freelancer and whether or not these skills are things you're born with or things that you can... -
March 24, 2021
IDELTOnline Q&A With Instructor, Katrina Schmidt
By Bridge
A former university professor with a Master’s in TESOL, Katrina shared how she shifted from teaching ESL to training English teachers, about her role as a trainer in the IDELTOnline,... -
March 5, 2021
7 Ways the IDELTOnline™ Sets You Apart When Applying to TEFL Jobs in Competitive Markets
By Jennifer Collis
Looking for a way to differentiate yourself as a teacher, even in the most competitive job markets? The Bridge IDELTOnline™, our most advanced TEFL/TESOL training, can give you that edge. Here's how... -
March 2, 2021
Up Close and Personal: Get to Know the Bridge-Sponsored Speakers at Language Summit
By Vicki Colbert
Get to know the 11 diverse speakers Bridge is sponsoring for Language Summit (LS), a virtual EFL conference that looks to bridge the gap between the language learning and edtech... -
February 26, 2021
Newly Certified? How to Get TEFL/TESOL Experience
By Camille Turner
Some teaching jobs require—or at least prefer—previous teaching experience, leaving you wondering how to get TEFL/TESOL experience before getting a job. Luckily, there are many ways to do just that,... -
February 22, 2021
Inaugural ‘Language Summit’ Unites Language Learning & Edtech Industries
By Vicki Colbert
This time last year, Ashley Whitesides was excitedly thinking about all the possible ways Language Summit was going to aid English-language learners and educators around the world. She and her... -
February 22, 2021
How Does Online TEFL Certification Work? What to Expect and FAQs
By Betsy Ramser Jaime
Ready to get certified to teach English but wondering how exactly online TEFL certification works? We've got the answers to how long an online TEFL certification takes, what you can... -
February 19, 2021
IDELTOnline™ vs. Master Certificate: Which TEFL/TESOL Course Should I Take?
By Kevin Mermel
At Bridge, our two most popular online TEFL/TESOL courses are our 120-hour Master Certificate, and our 150-hour International Diploma in English Language Teaching course (IDELTOnline). What are the differences between these courses,... -
February 8, 2021
Which TEFL/TESOL Certification Do I Need to Teach English Online?
By Rashmi
Whether you're a new or experienced EFL teacher, find out which TEFL/TESOL certification to teach English online will help you stand out from the competition and land your dream job. -
December 30, 2020
The 10 Most-Read BridgeUniverse Articles of 2020
By Rashmi
2020 was a year like no other, and as we happily usher in 2021, let's take a moment to reflect on the topics that resonated most with our readers throughout... -
December 28, 2020
10 Rules of Etiquette for Teaching English Online
By Krzl Light Nuñes
Regardless of the setting in which you teach English online, this flexible job still requires you to appear professional by following certain rules of etiquette for teaching online. Wondering what... -
December 17, 2020
I’m Already a Teacher – Do I Need TEFL/TESOL Certification?
By Coleen Monroe
You're a certified and experienced teacher in your home country and you want to teach English abroad or online. Is TEFL/TESOL certification really required, in addition to your existing credentials?... -
December 9, 2020
How to Manage Cash Flow as a Freelance English Teacher (and Other Financial Issues)
By Krzl Light Nuñes
If you want to succeed in teaching English as a freelancer, you'll need to run your business effectively and monitor your finances carefully. Here's how you can manage cash flow... -
October 27, 2020
MA TESOL Jobs – What Opportunities Are There With an Advanced Degree?
By Camille Turner
Are you considering a Master's in TESOL as the next step in your career? Learn what types of MA TESOL jobs are available and where this versatile degree can lead... -
October 16, 2020
What Is an ESL Teacher?
By Krzl Light Nuñes
The field of teaching English can sometimes seem like an alphabet soup of abbreviations and acronyms. One of the most common terms you'll run across is ESL, and chances are,... -
October 6, 2020
Instructors and Students Share Tips for Success in Bridge TEFL/TESOL Courses
By Bridge
We asked current students and instructors for our most popular teacher certification courses, the Master Certificate and the IDELTOnline, to share their firsthand advice and tips for success in these TEFL/TESOL courses. -
October 2, 2020
Bridge Micro-Credential Courses in Teaching English Online: Upskill With Targeted Training
By Jennifer Collis
We’ve just rolled out our latest series of Micro-credential courses – specifically for teaching English online! These short, targeted, professional development courses for experienced teachers provide current methods in teaching online... -
September 22, 2020
Do I Need a TEFL/TESOL Certificate If I Have a Degree?
By Rashmi
In today’s hypercompetitive TEFL universe, having more qualifications will open up the most doors when it comes to teaching English. But what exactly are those qualifications? If you hold a... -
September 2, 2020
Digital Badges for TEFL/TESOL: What Are They and How Can You Use Them?
By Bridge
Bridge is proud to be one of the first in the TEFL/TESOL space to offer digital badges for our online teacher training programs, making this innovative, 21st-century credential available to graduates.... -
August 25, 2020
What Is the Bridge IDELTOnline TEFL/TESOL Course and Should I Take It?
By Bridge
If you're looking to set yourself apart from other applicants for the most sought after teaching jobs around the world, or you would like your TEFL/TESOL certification to be a... -
June 2, 2020
Introducing the Newest Bridge MA Pathway Partner – Huntington University
By Jennifer Collis
Have you considered earning a Master’s Degree in TESOL? We’re proud to announce our latest MA Pathway University Partnership, with Huntington University. This marks the 10th university in Bridge’s growing... -
May 27, 2020
Meet Laura Lewin: Teacher-Training Expert, Author, and Speaker
By Kaitlyn Webster
She's the founder of educational training company, ABS International, as well as a Ted Talk speaker, and the author of nine books for teachers, admin, parents, and students. In this... -
May 15, 2020
Meet Our Newest Bridge IDELTOnline™ Instructor, Katrina Schmidt
By Maggie Oliveira
A seasoned educator and teacher trainer with a Master’s in TESOL, Katrina has taught at universities in the US, Colombia, Mexico, and China. She shares her professional journey and advice... -
May 14, 2020
Is the Bridge IDELTOnline™ Right for Me?
By Bridge
Are you considering enrolling in Bridge's graduate-level TEFL/TESOL program? We'll answer common questions and provide instructor insights to help you decide if our most advanced online teacher training program is... -
May 4, 2020
Evgenii, From Russia, on Teaching in Kuwait and Starting His Own TEFL Business
By Bridge
As a career English teacher and TEFL business owner, Evgenii is dedicated to his professional development and gaining more "recognition and appreciation" as a non-native speaker, which is what motivated... -
May 1, 2020
Become a Freelance Online English Tutor with the Newest Bridge Specialized Certificate!
By Jennifer Collis
Do you dream of being your own boss? Our newest Specialized Certificate course, Teaching English Online as a Freelancer, provides you with the business and marketing skills needed to make... -
April 24, 2020
Bridge Grad, Badiru, on Teaching English in Uganda
By Bridge
Past Bridge photo contest winner, Badiru, who is an experienced classroom teacher in Uganda, recently earned his Teaching English Online certification with us. Although he loves teaching kids in the... -
April 8, 2020
What to Expect in the Specialized Certificate in Teaching English Online Courses
By Jennifer Collis
It takes more than a computer and a headset to become an effective online tutor. The Bridge Teaching English Online courses offer comprehensive training for new and experienced teachers entering... -
March 13, 2020
What Are the Requirements to Teach English Online?
By Camille Turner
The requirements to teach English online differ with each company and can include things like a TEFL certification, a university degree, prior teaching experience, and proper equipment. Find out exactly... -
January 31, 2020
8 Reasons You Should Attend a TEFL/TESOL Conference This Year
By Camille Turner
Consider attending a TESOL conference this year if you're looking for a fun way to connect with other teachers, further your professional development, and learn about new job opportunities. -
January 28, 2020
8 Benefits of Online Learning vs. the Classroom
By Jennifer Collis
Is it better to learn in a traditional classroom than online? In recent years, the virtual classroom has become the preferred choice for many learners. We look at the benefits... -
January 15, 2020
Teach Abroad Timeline FAQs
By Bridge
Making the leap to teach English abroad can take some serious planning. You’ve got to pick your teaching location, research the requirements to get hired there, choose and complete your... -
December 16, 2019
The Bridge Teaching English Online Specialized Certification Program Now Offers a Practicum!
By Kevin Mermel
The online English teaching job market is growing fast as teachers and students are drawn to the accessibility and convenience of the virtual classroom. Our newly updated Certification in Teaching... -
November 27, 2019
Take a Look Inside Our Interactive Online TEFL Course Platform!
By Bridge
You’re looking for a program that’s accredited, internationally accepted, and that prepares you for the classroom– but can that TEFL course also be fun and engaging? You bet. Take a... -
November 8, 2019
Which TEFL Courses Are Legitimate? The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Program
By Camille Turner
As you browse your TEFL course options, you want to be sure and choose a legitimate, high-quality training that will be internationally recognized. Use this 7-step checklist to determine if... -
October 25, 2019
Can I Take the CELTA Online? Pros, Cons, and Alternatives
By Camille Turner
Are you looking to earn an internationally-recognized, high-quality TEFL/TESOL certification from home? You may have considered the online version of the well-known (and traditionally classroom-based) CELTA course. But what is... -
September 2, 2019
Juliana, from Brazil, Teaching ESL to Young Learners in Sao Paulo
By Bridge
Her goals: better ESL classrooms and a better world. We spoke with Juliana, a Brazilian ESL teacher in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Juliana believes that young learners’ “curiosity can help you... -
April 29, 2019
Meet Gabby, Argentinian English Teacher and Bridge Course Tutor
By Bridge
Gabby, head tutor for the Bridge Teaching English to Young Learners and Teenagers programs, talks about being a course tutor, teaching young learners and teens in Argentina, and how being... -
December 19, 2018
BridgeTEFL 2018 Photo Contest Winners!
By Bridge
The results are in! Thank you to everyone who submitted beautiful, fun, and inspiring TEFL photos for a chance to win the BridgeTEFL Photo Contest. And the winners are... -
October 29, 2018
Jonathan: Bridge Graduate in Cozumel, Mexico
By Jennifer Collis
Jonathan is a Bridge graduate whose path to teaching started with the Cambridge CELTA course in beautiful Playa del Carmen, Mexico. We interviewed him to learn about where his TEFL certification... -
September 9, 2018
Can I Teach English in the USA with a TEFL Certificate?
By Susan Weymouth
As a CELTA trainer, I talk with people who are thinking about teaching English all over the world, even in their hometowns of Biloxi or Idaho Falls. Does it make... -
August 28, 2018
Why Get TEFL Certified When You Have a Master’s in Linguistics? Lisa, BridgeTEFL Graduate, Explains
By Bridge
Lisa Goddard, 24, is a BridgeTEFL online graduate from Boston, Massachusetts. During her graduate school studies, she decided to teach kids English in Taiwan and spent a year there as part of a... -
June 13, 2018
Notes From The Field: TEFL Through The Eyes of a “Late Bloomer”
By Bridge
While the stereotypical TEFL teacher may be fresh out of college, there are actually many people that come to TEFL later in life. For example, after retiring from his full-time... -
April 16, 2018
Facebook Live Interview with Leah Donelson, Bridge Academic Manager, on the International TESOL Conference
By Kevin Mermel
Last month, Bridge employees attended the 2018 International TESOL conference in Chicago. Here, Alissa Berdahl from BridgeTEFL speaks with BridgeEnglish's Academic Manager, Leah Donelson, during a Facebook Live event, about... -
September 29, 2017
Interview with Caitlin, Online English Teacher
By Jennifer Collis
Online English teaching is a rapidly growing field that has appeal for both new teachers looking to gain experience and more seasoned teachers who want the flexibility of working from... -
August 18, 2017
Getting TEFL Certified as a Non-Native English Speaker: What to Know
By Jennifer Collis
Are you a non-native English speaker who is considering getting TEFL certified? If so, you are not alone! Roughly 20% of the students who enroll in BridgeTEFL online courses, speak... -
May 24, 2017
Is the Bridge IDELTOnline Right for Me? A Cross-Section of Current Students
By Bridge
If you are you considering an academically rigorous online TEFL certificate course, read on! This blog series, “Is the Bridge IDELT - Online Course Right for Me?”, written by IDELT... -
January 25, 2017
Teacher Spotlight: Johanna in China
By Bridge
Johanna, 18, is a TEFLOnline.com graduate from Düsseldorf, Germany who recently taught in China. We interviewed her to learn more about what brought her to China, how her first ever... -
November 22, 2016
5 More Countries Where You Can Teach English with an Online TEFL Certificate
By Jennifer Collis
At Bridge, people often ask us about the professional opportunities available to those who earn their TEFL certificates online. Understandably, people want to know if they will be limited in... -
October 10, 2016
TEFL, TESOL, TESL and CELTA: Making Sense of Teach Abroad Terms
By Jennifer Collis
If you are interested in the teach abroad industry, you may have at some point found yourself lost in a sea of unfamiliar acronyms that all seem to be roughly... -
September 15, 2016
Program Spotlight: Specialized Certificate in Teaching English Grammar
By Jennifer Collis
Grammar Advisor is one of 6 specialized certificates offered by Bridge TEFL. This self-study, online course provides teachers with comprehensive training in all the various facets of English grammar and best practices for its... -
June 9, 2016
How to Succeed in the IDELT Online (TEFL course) While Working Full-Time
By Bridge
Before starting the International Diploma in English Language Teaching, a graduate-level online TEFL course, I was nervous about the workload, especially since I was working over 40 hours a week. Looking... -
June 7, 2016
Interview with Taylor: Teacher in Japan
By Jennifer Collis
Taylor, 23 is a TEFLOnline.com graduate from Tarentum, Pennsylvania who is currently teaching in Japan. She works for the Japanese American Society on the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) in Iwakuni, Japan, where she... -
June 6, 2016
Program Spotlight: Teach in Vietnam Internship!
By Bridge
You could be teaching English in Southeast Asia this year! Bridge is excited to partner with English Language Company (ELC), an established provider of internship programs worldwide, to offer our... -
March 31, 2016
Bridge Denver Has Moved Downtown!
By Jennifer Collis
After three amazing decades working with language students and TEFL trainees at our original location in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, Bridge has moved downtown! -
March 18, 2016
How to Succeed in the CELTA: Tips from a Trainer
By Bridge
The CELTA training course is an intensive, month-long program. While you are in contact with trainers and ESL learners over the course of twenty days, you will also be working... -
January 28, 2016
5 Places to Teach With An Online TEFL Certification
By Jennifer Collis
Even the most preliminary Internet search for TEFL certification course options quickly makes it clear that online courses are an affordable option as compared to classroom-based courses. What’s more, they... -
January 25, 2016
Bridge Grad “Jet Lagged Jess” Tells Us Why She Got TEFL Certified in Chile
By Jennifer Collis
Jess describes herself as a “20-something New Zealander who is leaving the nest” for an adventure in South America. She got TEFL certified via our 4-week Bridge IDELT course in... -
December 10, 2015
Meet Julie: CELTA Grad Teaching English in Colombia!
By Jennifer Collis
Julie is a BridgeTEFL graduate who took the Cambridge CELTA course in Medellin, Colombia in March 2015. After graduation, she started her job search and landed a teaching position in Manizales, Colombia,... -
September 16, 2015
TEFLOnline.com Graduate Erin Coyle: 3rd Year Teacher in China!
By Jennifer Collis
I’m from Michigan and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, a Radio Diploma and of course a TEFL certificate. Before I started teaching, I worked in event planning... -
August 14, 2015
Teacher Spotlight: Bridge Graduate, Nelly, in France
By Bridge
Nelly Chutaux Bergougnoux completed the 120-Hour BridgeTEFL Online Master Certificate and is currently working as an English teacher in France. She recently got in touch with us to share her “amazing adventure”... -
July 22, 2015
Region Overview: Where Am I Qualified to Teach English Abroad?
By Jennifer Collis
Are you newly (or even not-so-newly) TEFL certified and ready to use your TEFL certification to venture out into the job world? It’s an exciting time, and opportunities for certified... -
June 3, 2015
How Hard is the CELTA, Really?
By Jennifer Collis
This post was adapted from one originally written by Susan Weymouth, CELTA trainer. If you’re researching teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL), you’ve probably come across the acronym CELTA... -
December 23, 2014
Bring on Brazil! One Teacher’s Journey from TEFL Certification to the Classroom
By Bridge
This is a guest post written by Shawn Hansen, who took the IDELT certification course in Rio de Janeiro in April 2014. Once I decided that teaching English was my... -
November 3, 2014
Notes From The Field: Nurse Turned TEFL Teacher
By Bridge
Before TEFL was a part of her life, health care was all Mary knew. As a licensed practical nurse, she spent nearly a decade aiding the ill before she realized that her... -
February 5, 2014
Notes From the Field: Interview with Martin Higgins in Colombia
By Jennifer Collis
Martin Higgins took the Cambridge CELTA in Bogotá last year and is currently teaching in Colombia. Originally from Cambridge in the UK, he actually worked for Cambridge Assessment, part of the... -
August 5, 2013
Teaching English in Argentina: The Inside Scoop with Lauren Davis
By Jennifer Collis
Lauren could be described as a typical EFL teacher in many ways, yet the route she took led her to places she might not have anticipated! After she graduated college,... -
August 5, 2013
Teaching English in the Caribbean: Read This Before You Decide!
By Jennifer Collis
Having just returned from Playa del Carmen, Mexico, I got a firsthand look at the CELTA training center there on the Caribbean Coast, and also got to know the town of Playa... -
February 20, 2013
From TEFL Course to Teaching Job: Caitlin Peterson Shows Us How It’s Done!
By Jennifer Collis
Have you fantasized about leaving your predictable job behind and learning a new skill, like teaching English as a foreign language? Have you imagined the amazing places that certification might... -
July 22, 2012
Teaching English in Japan: Catching Up with Kaye McDaniel
By Bridge
This post was written by Matthew Clark Kaye McDaniel was once a BridgeTEFL Bookings Advisor, a TEFLOnline guru, and an avid BridgeTEFL blogger. She worked for Bridge for over a... -
July 19, 2011
Interview with Jesse Myers, BCELT Class of 2011
By Bridge
This post was written by Matthew Clark Over recent years, distance learning has exploded in higher education, with degrees available in almost every discipline spanning from undergraduate to doctorate programs. ...