John Bentley's TEFL Articles
John Bentley
Co-Founder at International TEFL Academy
John Bentley is Co-Founder & Senior Writer for International TEFL Academy (ITA), the world leader in TEFL certification for teaching English abroad. A graduate of Harvard University and the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern, John is a recognized expert in the field of TEFL. His articles have appeared across the field's top websites, including GoAbroad.com, StudyAbroad.com, InterExchange, GoOverseas.com, Adventure Teaching, & many others. He has also spoken as an expert on Teaching English Abroad & TEFL certification at major conferences like MeetPlanGo and Lessons from Abroad (LFA) in Portland & San Diego.
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What Are the Requirements for Teaching English in Cambodia?
What do you need to be an English teacher in Cambodia? The requirements for how to teach English in Cambodia include TEFL certificate, degree, age & more.
How to Enroll in Your Online TEFL Course
Check this easy step-by-step guide for how to enroll in your accredited 11-week Online TEFL Course with International TEFL Academy.
Why Teaching English is the Best Job for Digital Nomads & Expatriates
Wondering how to be a digital nomad or how to find digital nomad jobs? Teach English abroad and learn to live the international lifestyle of an expatriate.
What Can I Do With a TEFL Certification?
Teaching English abroad and online, volunteering, and building your own tutoring business. These are some things you can do with a TEFL certification.
Is a 120 Hour TEFL Course Enough to Get a Good TEFL Job?
Learn about TEFL 120 hour course certifications including cost, accreditation, and how to determine which TEFL course is best for teaching abroad.
The Canadian's Ultimate Guide to Teaching English Abroad
From hiring requirements and salaries to visas and TEFL certification get the inside scoop on how Canadians can get paid to live abroad as English teachers.
4 Reasons Why You May Need to Take Another TEFL Course
Even though you may have taken a TEFL class, you might consider taking another TEFL course and getting TEFL recertified. Here are 4 reasons why.
What is CELTA and What is CELTA Certification?
From course content to costs, learn about the CELTA certification, one of the best-known training courses for teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL).
What is TESOL and What is TESOL Certification?
What is TESOL? Learn what this term means in the context of teaching English as a second language to non-native speakers in your home country & abroad.
6 Tips for Teaching English Abroad During COVID-19 Reopening
From TEFL certification to your job search, get expert tips on how to teach English abroad as the world reopens from COVID-19 restrictions.
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- No Degree, No Problem: The 6 Best Countries to Teach English Without a Degree
- TEFL / TESOL / TESL / CELTA / DELTA - What’s The Difference?
- International TEFL Academy vs TEFL.org: What You Need to Know
- Best Budgeting Tips for Digital Nomad TEFL Teachers
- TEFL: My Passport to a Digital Nomad Lifestyle
- Teaching English in Dongtan, South Korea: Q&A with Kendall Lisa
- International TEFL Academy Wins Top Award for International Education in 2024
"Love ITA! Not only a wonderful program to help me get my TEFL certification but a great resource and alumni community."
- Delia Nugent
Teaches English in South Korea