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Complete Guide to Why Teach English in Europe

Why teach English in Europe? Explore opportunities, certification pathways, job requirements, and real-world benefits in this comprehensive guide.

7 Nov 2025
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Which Country Needs English Teachers the Most? Your 2025 Guide to Writing Your Own Ticket Abroad

You could join the 100,000 new English teachers China needs in the next 18 months — earning €45,000+ packages. Yet there’s a 73% chance you don’t know which countries pay you triple the local cost of living, while others barely cover your rent. We’ve analysed employment data from 50 countries and over 10,000 teacher placements to identify the five markets where you can genuinely write your own ticket — and the surprising winner isn’t what you’d expect.

15 Oct 2025
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Want to be an English teacher in Ireland? Get officially certified

You want to teach English in Ireland? Great choice! But wait, it's not that easy. No Trinity College CertTESOL certificate, no official TESOL certificate, no English teaching job! With its rich history, captivating landscape, and lively culture, Ireland is a top destination not only among tourists but also among English teachers. However, if you want to be an English teacher in Ireland, you need to make sure that you have official TEFL certification that is recognised in the country. Even if you are an experienced teacher and have a degree in TESOL, this is a new directive for English teachers in Ireland. You need an English teaching certificate like the CELTA or the Trinity CertTESOL. In this article, we go over how enrolling in the EBC Trinity CertTESOL course will help you live out your Irish dream.

11 Mar 2024
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Inclusion and diversity: Great countries to teach English in

When looking for an English teaching job abroad, inclusion and diversity are two of the most important factors you should consider. After all, every country is different. In this article, we go over a few reasons why inclusion and diversity are so relevant to your English teaching destination. We also give you a few examples of countries that are very open and welcoming.

27 Mar 2023
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Six best countries for teaching English abroad – 2022

In 2022, what are the six best countries for teaching English abroad? Have they changed over the last few years? We all know that China is no longer one of the best countries for teaching English abroad. Things have changed a lot. Learn about the six best countries for teaching English abroad and where you can find jobs teaching English abroad in 2022.

8 Jan 2022
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Top countries hiring English teachers. Teach and travel!

Top countries hiring English teachers. Teach and travel!

4 Oct 2019
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Teach English in Argentina safely

Teach English in Argentina safely

3 Dec 2018
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Best countries to teach English in Europe

Best countries to teach English in Europe? They are those where the current level of English is very low and there is a strong need to learn English.

17 Jul 2014
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