Research carefully the many ways to achieve your goal of obtaining the verification you need in order to teach English as a Foreign Language. Colleges, universities, and online language institutions all offer certification and verification. However, the price of tuition can vary hugely, so study all programs, noting the length of time involved in the various study courses and how many courses are required for completion of the program. Also necessary as part of your training is the opportunity to work in a classroom with students learning English.
Choose a program and enroll. Attend class, listen to those with experience in TEFL teaching, read the research regarding Teaching English as a Foreign Language in addition to reading the professional journals. Complete all assignments given, as all of the coursework is essential to a successful experience in teaching English as a Foreign language. Skillful teaching is an art; it looks easy and common sensible when done well; do not think that you can slide on the preparation, as that shortcut becomes apparent when you take on the role of teacher. The very best TEFL students find that executing good classes as a TEFL teacher where students learn requires more due diligence and creativity than they originally thought.
Send out your resume and interview for as many jobs as is possible after completing your program of study. Utilize your department and/or language institution to help you find job openings. Go to professional websites that advertise TEFL job needs. There are many job openings around the world. Before your interview, establish your baseline of questions important to you, including, what are all of my responsibilities? Do you expect extra curricular activities outside of the classroom? Will I be mentored by someone, such as a teaching staff member, who can help me with any questions or concerns that I have? Is housing included in my job assignment? If not, do you have a service that helps me find a place to live? What vacation time will I have? Be ready to tell the interviewer why you want to teach in their country; state what qualities you bring to the job that make you well qualified for the job.
Enjoy the seeds of your labor as you embark on your personal world tour, teaching English to those who value the language.