Global online ESL market size in 2024?
2021 changes in policy banning online English teaching to Chinese children was significant, with a potential reduction of the global online English-as-a-second language (ESL) market from its peak by ≈20%; but the market is growing again. What happened to the online ESL market in in 2021? In late 2021, changes in Chinese government regulations shook the online…
Compare all online TEFL / TESOL courses in Australia (2024)
Want to study the best TEFL / TESOL course online and gain a certification from home? If so, you’re in the right place. After 15+ years of teaching and multiple TESOL qualifications, I’ll guide you through everything that you need. Let’s go! All prices are in Australian dollars (AUD) unless otherwise stated. We use affiliate links and may receive a…
50+ Free TESOL courses online for Australasians (2024)
Are you an Australian or New Zealander wanting to study a TESOL or TEFL course online for free? If so, I’ve compiled a list of over 50 online courses that you can study from home below. When to study a free TESOL / TEFL course? A free TESOL or TEFL course is great for new teachers…
How do I write the perfect resume for teaching online?
How do you write a resume to get a high-paid teaching online job? From formatting, language skills, to work history; here are 10 questions to ask before pressing ‘Send’. Is my resume well formatted? A teaching resume needs to be spell-checked and grammatically correct. You are applying for an English teaching job after all. Download a free…
Can Australians teach English online with no experience?
Many new teachers ask me if they can teach English online with no experience and my answer is “Yes” – but the quicker that you gain experience, the better – in my opinion. Why is teaching English online experience important? Teaching English online experience is important for multiple reasons: While you can teach English online…
Can Australasians teach English online without a degree?
Yes! You can teach English online without a degree from an Australian or New Zealand university. We’ll explore options for non-degree holders; where to find the best jobs, average hourly rates and how you can maximise your chances of success in online ESL. So, how can I teach English online without a degree? If you’re…
Freelance Online English Teacher Tutor 101
I receive emails every day from dedicated educators who: Are being underpaid or under-compensated for their time; Aren’t sure how (or if) to become freelance teachers; Are freelance teachers but struggle to find and/or retain students or charge a rate that leads to thriving, not just surviving. Does that sound like you? Read on while I…
5 tips to find students to tutor English online
The most common challenge for private tutors and teachers is universal: how to find students. After running a freelance tutoring business, here are my 5 insider tips to find students online and earn up to A$100/hr from the comfort of home. How To Find Students for Online Teaching and Tuition 1: Identify your potential students.…
Volunteer to teach English online
Are you looking for online English teaching experience? Want to use your teaching skills for good? Find out how you can volunteer to teach English online with Australian, New Zealand and International organisations in order to break into the field, or just give back. Photo by Mikhail Nilov from Pexels How to volunteer Each…
Become an IELTS tutor online
Want to become an IELTS tutor online? Read on for how to tutor from home and earn up to $100/hr supporting some of the 3.5 million+ people taking this high-stakes test yearly. Every year, millions of people take the IELTS test for admission into universities and to satisfy the government requirements for migration and international…
50 life-saving TESOL lesson plan resources
What if you could halve the time that you spend on planning lessons!? Here are 50+ online teaching resources (lesson plans, curricula and textbooks) for freelance online English teachers and those needing pre-made materials. I’ve put together the biggest list of lesson plan resources for online English teachers, with access to an estimated 10,000+ lesson plans!…
How to teach English online to Chinese students
With ≈400 million Chinese ESL learners, there is large demand to teach English online to Chinese students. Here is what you need to consider to be successful, including the 2021 law that could land you in hot water. What was the 720/double reduction policy and can you still be successful teaching English online despite it?…
My biggest independent freelance English teacher mistake?
Are you looking to attract and retain a private student base? Here’s the biggest mistake I made after “accidentally” becoming an independent freelance English teacher. I hope it saves you from making it too. Photo by Liza Summer from Pexels First off, how do I ‘accidentally’ become independent? Anyone that has taught English in a…
Pros and cons of Superprof, Preply and Outschool Australia?
Do you want to find students for your online English teaching lessons without the hassle of running your own business and the accompanying administration? Find students without a website or large social media audience? A platform might be for you. What is an online teaching platform? Let’s begin with what a teaching platform is. A…
Digital security for online ESL teachers
Online English teaching can leave you vulnerable to a range of different dangers than the average user. We’ll cover some easy tips that you can use to keep yourself safe; like using a VPN, avoiding remote access software and maximising your device protection. Photo by cottonbro from Pexels Why is digital security for online English…
10 FREE online TESOL lesson plan template ideas Australia
New to teaching? Lesson planning can be a bit overwhelming to begin with. To make life easier, I have compiled a list of 10+ free lesson plan templates for you to use in the design of your online English lessons, with Australasian-specific planning resources. Why lesson plan templates with an Australian focus? One of the…
How to make an online English teaching introduction video
A good online English teaching introduction video can be 50% of what gets you hired. Why? With a good script, a few pieces of budget technology and planning; you’ll be best showcasing your skills and personality in a professional and captivating way. WHAT TO SAY Write a script (with bullet points). As a general rule,…
3 easy ways to pronounce difficult ESL names
While many ESL students use an “English/Western” name, you may find yourself with a group of learners with names that are not familiar to you and difficult to say. Here are three easy ways for online English teachers to pronounce pronounce difficult ESL names so that you’ll be saying “秀英”, “براهيم” and “สมชาย” correctly in no…
International payments for online English teachers in Australasia
If you are getting paid by foreign online English teaching companies or students overseas, the process can leave you receiving much less than you anticipated. We’ll compare traditional banks and online money transfer services to save some serious $$$! Photo by Anna Shvets from Pexels. Disclaimer: We are teachers, not financial experts, so please take…
What is the essential equipment to teach online?
Internet, a computer or laptop with a webcam, a headset and good lighting is all the essential equipment to teach online that you’ll need. There are a few more items, though, that can really make you stand out. Let’s find out more. My first online English teaching setup was pretty basic! (c) Kate Zarb 5…