{"id":13484,"date":"2026-08-24T13:16:02","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T19:16:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/?p=13484"},"modified":"2026-09-02T09:03:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T15:03:45","slug":"get-your-first-tefl-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Your First TEFL Job: A New Teacher&#8217;s One-Stop Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ve completed your TEFL\/TESOL course and earned an <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/bridge-earns-five-year-accet-reaccreditation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">accredited certification<\/a>. If you&#8217;re new to teaching, you can now update your <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/do-i-need-a-tefl-resume\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TEFL resume<\/a> and start searching for your first job. Whether you see yourself in the classroom, online, or in a <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/blended-learning-esl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blended teaching environment<\/a>, you probably have questions about finding a job, along with the hiring and interview process. We&#8217;ll help you through the process of getting your first position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>If you\u2019re new to teaching, you\u2019ll want to get initial training and qualification with a&nbsp;TEFL certificate. You can explore our&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>online TEFL courses<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;to get started!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-abd3b519-3f0a-44d7-8755-4c8de6d5a841\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#0-how-long-does-it-take-to-get-a-tefl-job\" style=\"\">How long does it take to get a TEFL job?<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#1-teaching-in-person\" style=\"\">Teaching in person<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#2-teaching-english-online\" style=\"\">Teaching English Online<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#3-teaching-english-abroad\" style=\"\">Teaching English Abroad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#4-how-can-i-get-a-tefl-job-with-no-experience\" style=\"\">How can I get a TEFL job with no experience?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#5-where-can-i-find-tefl-jobs\" style=\"\">Where can I find TEFL jobs?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#6-what-should-i-expect-during-a-tefl-job-interview\" style=\"\">What should I expect during a TEFL job interview?<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#7-teaching-abroad\" style=\"\">Teaching abroad<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/get-your-first-tefl-job\/#8-teaching-online\" style=\"\">Teaching online<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"0-how-long-does-it-take-to-get-a-tefl-job\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does it take to get a TEFL job?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The time it takes to get a TEFL job depends on the type of position you&#8217;re seeking: in-person, online, or abroad, and if abroad, where.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-teaching-in-person\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching in person<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In-person teaching closer to home moves on a different schedule. Local language schools, community colleges, and adult education programs typically hire around the start of academic terms, so timing depends more on the institution&#8217;s calendar than on a fixed application window. Openings are also less centralized than online or abroad job listings, so finding them is usually more time-consuming and demands more searching around. On the other hand, once you get an interview, hiring tends to move quickly, since it involves no visa or relocation process to plan around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/teaching-english-foreign-language\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsure about terminology? Find out what TEFL really means.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-teaching-english-online\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching English Online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting a job teaching English online is usually faster than securing an in-person position, as demand for online teachers remains strong. Qualified candidates can often start teaching with a company within weeks. To get started, search the <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bridge Job Board<\/a> to find and apply for jobs with <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/companies-seeking-online-english-teachers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online companies that are currently hiring teachers.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applying online is quick and easy, and employers typically follow up with an online interview that often includes a demo teaching session.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.2em;text-align: left;--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-icon-size: 1em;);--ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-spacing: 0px;column-count: 1;--ub-list-mobile-column-count: 1\" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-dc92b61b-21b8-417f-961b-770d305898d3\">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 384 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23fcb900&quot; d=&quot;M256 384c9.6-31.9 29.5-59.1 49.2-86.2l0 0c5.2-7.1 10.4-14.2 15.4-21.4c19.8-28.5 31.4-63 31.4-100.3C352 78.8 273.2 0 176 0S0 78.8 0 176c0 37.3 11.6 71.9 31.4 100.3c5 7.2 10.2 14.3 15.4 21.4l0 0C66.5 324.9 86.4 352.1 96 384H256zM176 512c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80V416H96v16c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80zM96 176c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16c0-61.9 50.1-112 112-112c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16c-44.2 0-80 35.8-80 80z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-3317f5f0-95fa-401f-927b-66005e1bfc89\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path fill=\"#fcb900\" d=\"M256 384c9.6-31.9 29.5-59.1 49.2-86.2l0 0c5.2-7.1 10.4-14.2 15.4-21.4c19.8-28.5 31.4-63 31.4-100.3C352 78.8 273.2 0 176 0S0 78.8 0 176c0 37.3 11.6 71.9 31.4 100.3c5 7.2 10.2 14.3 15.4 21.4l0 0C66.5 324.9 86.4 352.1 96 384H256zM176 512c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80V416H96v16c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80zM96 176c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16c0-61.9 50.1-112 112-112c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16c-44.2 0-80 35.8-80 80z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\"><strong><em>Pro Tip:<\/em><\/strong> You do not have to work with a company. If you want to begin immediately, <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/reasons-become-freelance-esl-teacher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">consider becoming an independent English teacher<\/a>. This path gives you flexibility and control over your career, including your students, your rate, the curriculum, and your schedule. Building an independent teaching business takes time and effort to <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/how-to-find-online-esl-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">find ESL students<\/a>, but many teachers find the payoff of self-employment worth the investment.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"\"><div class=\"content-advertisements template1\"><div class=\"thumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\/specialized\/teaching-english-online\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" \"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TEO-Specialized-Cer.png\" class=\"\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"txt\"><h5>Ready to master the terms, technology, and teaching tools used in the virtual EFL classroom?<\/h5><h3>Specialized Certification in Teaching English Online<\/h3><p><\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\/specialized\/teaching-english-online\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn-ads\">Get Certified<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-teaching-english-abroad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching English Abroad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This process can take longer, and the timeline depends quite a bit on where you plan to teach. For example, teachers who want to teach in Asia generally apply for jobs six months before their chosen start date, which allows time to secure the proper visa and other requirements. To start the process early, gather all your documents as soon as possible, such as copies of your university degree and <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TEFL certification<\/a>, an updated <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/online-teacher-resume\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TEFL resume<\/a>, and your passport (valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other locations around the world, such as Latin American countries, tend to hire immediately rather than months in advance, which makes the hiring process much faster. Apply to jobs a month or two before the start date if you can, and consider applying to jobs that advertise an immediate start date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter where you plan to teach, keep <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/tefl-hiring-seasons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TEFL hiring seasons<\/a> in mind, as they vary by location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A ready, verifiable credential also affects how quickly you move through either process. Bridge issues TEFL\/TESOL certifications as <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/how-to-use-digital-badges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Credly-powered digital badges<\/a>, so employers can confirm your accreditation and coursework within seconds instead of waiting on manual verification \u2013 removing a common delay in both online and abroad hiring timelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized alignnone is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/teach-business-english\/class-3-1-2\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10854\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Class-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"Jorge Vergara teaching Business English in Chile\" class=\"wp-image-10854\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.3333459371573335;width:551px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Class-3-1.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Class-3-1-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Class-3-1-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Class-3-1-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1440px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Jorge Vergara teaching Business English in Chile. <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/jorge-from-chile-engineering-student-turned-english-teacher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read his story here.<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-how-can-i-get-a-tefl-job-with-no-experience\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I get a TEFL job with no experience?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Competing in today&#8217;s job market requires some practical experience, even for those specifically searching for TEFL jobs for beginners. Several strategies can help you gain it.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em;text-align: left;--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em;);--ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-spacing: 0px;column-count: 1;--ub-list-mobile-column-count: 1\" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-923c9d61-c840-4d46-900f-48da500ef29a\">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-cc3ef56d-2d60-4eba-b300-0ecb7bc49e15\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Volunteer to tutor ESL at a local community center or church.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-848ebffb-80a3-4a3b-9946-a978c1cd2c69\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Teach English online with a company to gain initial experience before teaching abroad.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-fa50539d-91bc-4203-a385-c19c79f4b26c\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Volunteer to teach online or in person at an immigrant service organization.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-44b1b5b7-af08-468c-8a8b-296b3e2b86c5\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\/specialized\/guided-teaching-practicum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Take a classroom-based teaching practicum<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\/specialized\/teaching-english-online-practicum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">practicum in teaching English online<\/a> for hands-on practice that strengthens your resume.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finding the right TEFL job requires patience, as many opportunities exist and you will need to search through them to find the company or school that matches your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter how you gain this experience, describe it clearly on your resume and in interviews. List the age group you taught, the skills you focused on, and how you developed student participation or completed coursework. Specific details matter more to employers than a general mention of volunteer teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.2em;text-align: left;--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-icon-size: 1em;);--ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-spacing: 0px;column-count: 1;--ub-list-mobile-column-count: 1\" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-cf761f27-6439-4aad-9702-0aa42ab4564f\">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 384 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23fcb900&quot; d=&quot;M256 384c9.6-31.9 29.5-59.1 49.2-86.2l0 0c5.2-7.1 10.4-14.2 15.4-21.4c19.8-28.5 31.4-63 31.4-100.3C352 78.8 273.2 0 176 0S0 78.8 0 176c0 37.3 11.6 71.9 31.4 100.3c5 7.2 10.2 14.3 15.4 21.4l0 0C66.5 324.9 86.4 352.1 96 384H256zM176 512c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80V416H96v16c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80zM96 176c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16c0-61.9 50.1-112 112-112c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16c-44.2 0-80 35.8-80 80z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-d649f0f6-2793-4102-b9b8-defc0e4effed\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path fill=\"#fcb900\" d=\"M256 384c9.6-31.9 29.5-59.1 49.2-86.2l0 0c5.2-7.1 10.4-14.2 15.4-21.4c19.8-28.5 31.4-63 31.4-100.3C352 78.8 273.2 0 176 0S0 78.8 0 176c0 37.3 11.6 71.9 31.4 100.3c5 7.2 10.2 14.3 15.4 21.4l0 0C66.5 324.9 86.4 352.1 96 384H256zM176 512c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80V416H96v16c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80zM96 176c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16c0-61.9 50.1-112 112-112c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16c-44.2 0-80 35.8-80 80z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\"><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/em> Showcasing expertise in a specific teaching niche is one of the best ways for new teachers to strengthen their application and get hired faster. Add short, targeted professional development courses in high-demand areas, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\/micro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Micro-credential courses<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\/specialized\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Specialized Certificates, <\/a>to your resume to make it more competitive.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/teach-english-without-degree-experience-guide\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/teach-english-without-degree-experience-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Want to start teaching today? Find out how to start teaching without a degree or experience.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-where-can-i-find-tefl-jobs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where can I find TEFL jobs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider these strategies to start your job search:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em;text-align: left;--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em;);--ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px;--ub-list-item-spacing: 0px;column-count: 1;--ub-list-mobile-column-count: 1\" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-23d76d1d-4e51-4fe2-9fa4-d0f20575094b\">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-7a35f0ba-698a-484b-ab1b-bbf3601b6291\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">If you took a Bridge <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online TEFL course<\/a>, refer to the included Job Advising module for advice and resources on beginning your job search.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-b65f51f4-aefa-4ceb-be8a-a0c958a61049\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">You can use trusted platforms, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bridge Job Board<\/a> mentioned above, which has postings from vetted preferred employment partners.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-d77aa2cb-b85d-413b-b012-1745e736f0ac\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/bridgetefljobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bridge TEFL\/TESOL Jobs Facebook Group<\/a>, where other teachers share their experiences with the job search and where you can find opportunities posted by schools and companies.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-d77aa2cb-b85d-413b-b012-1745e736f0ac\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Network on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/school\/bridge-education-group\/posts\/?feedView=all\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a> by connecting with TEFL\/TESOL recruiters and school administrators, joining TEFL-focused groups, and sharing your Credly-verified digital credential on your profile.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%2300d084&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-d77aa2cb-b85d-413b-b012-1745e736f0ac\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#00d084\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Contact schools and language institutes directly in the region where you want to teach, even those not actively advertising, since many hire as positions open.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep track of where you apply and any follow-up dates, especially when using several channels at once. A simple spreadsheet noting the school or company, application date, and status helps you follow up at the right time instead of losing track of promising opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"\"><div class=\"content-advertisements template4\"><div class=\"thumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/ebooks-teaching-english-as-a-foreign-language\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" \"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Mockups-Ebook_Teaching-English-as-a-Foreign-Language-From-Getting-Started-to-Landing-a-TEFL-Job-2.png\" class=\"\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"txt\"><h5>Launch your TEFL journey and score your dream job with our free eBook:<\/h5><h3>Teaching English as a Foreign Language<\/h3><p><\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/ebooks-teaching-english-as-a-foreign-language\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn-ads\">Download<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-what-should-i-expect-during-a-tefl-job-interview\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I expect during a TEFL job interview?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"7-teaching-abroad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching abroad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This interview will likely take place online, unless you happen to already be in the country. Before the interview, research the school, including the age of the students taught, the school&#8217;s teaching approach, and the curriculum. Also, learn about the country&#8217;s culture and language (which shows genuine interest in the position).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized alignnone is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/bridge-grad-teaching-in-egypt\/18718465_1658536204176315_2101801875_n\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-6682\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/18718465_1658536204176315_2101801875_n-e1580416574629.jpg\" alt=\"TEFL teacher in Egypt with students\" class=\"wp-image-6682\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/18718465_1658536204176315_2101801875_n-e1580416574629.jpg 560w, https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/18718465_1658536204176315_2101801875_n-e1580416574629-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 560px, 100vw\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Lejla, a TEFL\/TESOL teacher in Egypt<\/em>. <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/bridge-grad-teaching-in-egypt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Read her story here.<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"8-teaching-online\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An interview for an online teaching job resembles an interview for a school position in many ways. One major difference is that online interviews often require you to prepare a <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/demo-lesson-teaching-interview\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">demo lesson<\/a> that shows the interviewer your online teaching skills in action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Employers typically send interview and demo teaching instructions in advance, including the demo lesson plan, so you can prepare and practice your presentation before the interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emphasize your comfort level with technology during your interview for an online teaching job. Highlight any courses, remote work, or previous jobs that required computer skills. Combined with a TEFL certification, teaching experience, and an outgoing personality, this preparation strengthens your candidacy for the role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should <a href=\"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/tefl-interview-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">be prepared for your interview<\/a>, and when interviewers ask about your training, answer with specifics. Naming your accrediting body and describing hands-on teaching from your certification, such as guided lesson planning or a practicum, gives interviewers concrete detail rather than a general answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting your first TEFL job takes preparation, patience, and more than one strategy at once. A realistic sense of hiring timelines, practical experience, and interview preparation will play a role. New teachers who combine strategies improve their odds of getting hired for their first teaching role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A first teaching position marks the beginning of a teaching career, not its full extent. 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