by Linda D'Argenio | Mar 19, 2026 | Au Pair Resources, Job Resources
If you enjoy spending time with children and experiencing other cultures, then becoming an au pair could be your ticket to seeing the world and enhancing your resume. You will need au pair classes and other requirements to get started, but completing these...
by Rashmi Chugani | Mar 17, 2026 | Au Pair Resources, Job Resources
Many people become au pairs to hone language skills and see a different part of the world. Au pair arrangements often include a cultural exchange component, where the au pair can learn the language and customs of the foreign country while sharing their own culture...
by Gerald Smith | Mar 13, 2026 | Pedagogy (TESOL/TEFL Strategies & Methodology)
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is an invaluable tool for teaching English pronunciation and listening, but many teachers struggle with how to teach the IPA chart. We’ll answer the question, “What is the IPA in ESL and EFL?” and offer some simple...
by Shélynn Riel | Mar 10, 2026 | Classroom Games/Activities, Pedagogy (TESOL/TEFL Strategies & Methodology)
Knowing how to teach grammar to students is an essential aspect of your role as a language teacher. Your students rely on you to provide them with the tools they need to engage in conversations with others, and grammatical structures make up much of that linguistic...
by Lorena Siegel | Mar 4, 2026 | Job Resources, Teaching English Abroad, Teaching English Online
We asked Bridge grad and experienced English teacher-turned-business owner Lorena Siegel, in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, to share her insights into the interview process for prospective teachers. She told us what she looks for when hiring new teachers and shares common...