Teach English Abroad Blog

As an English teacher in South Korea, understanding Korean culture is important for creating a respectful and open learning environment. I have been lucky enough to have lived in South... keep reading

Marissa is back to answer even more questions about teaching in Korea. Why did you choose CIEE? I chose CIEE because I heard that CIEE has a good reputation, a... keep reading

Congrats on securing your first interview at a private school in South Korea! I am literally so proud of you! Despite all the nerves you could possibly be feeling, the... keep reading

Intro El Retiro Park is one of Madrid’s greatest attractions for tourists and residents alike. Stretching 350 acres, this park is massive and full of interesting places to explore. Upon... keep reading

Wondering whether you should move/teach abroad or not? Welcome to my first post! I will be sharing a little bit about me, why I chose to move abroad and how my experience has been so far. I will also be giving you some questions to think about, which will hopefully help you to make the decision that is best for you :)

Challenges are like the rain, it may not be our most favorite thing, but so worth it in the end, as we allow ourselves to grow.

CIEE’s Orientation in Valladolid is one of the many benefits of the Teach in Spain Volunteer program! The best part? Airport pickup, transportation, hotel accommodation, and meals are all provided... keep reading

Here is what I usually eat on a school day as a gluten and dairy-intolerant girlie living in Madrid (where cheese and bread are a core food group).

To make the decision to teach abroad is hard enough, but to also try to choose a country to do it in is even harder. Each country has its own... keep reading

What made you want to teach abroad? I had previously spent time in South Korea as a student during my semester of studying abroad. I really loved the culture, language... keep reading

What made you want to do this experience? A friend told me about this program, and I knew I had to apply! After graduating college, I was looking for an... keep reading

South Korea is approximately 38,623 square miles compared to the U.S.’s size of approximately 3,119,885 square miles. You know what this means? It means accessible traveling for tourists and English... keep reading

CIEE’s Weekend Retreat is one of the many benefits of CIEE’s Teach in South Korea programs! A weekend where teachers meet in Seoul and have the chance to make friends... keep reading

Before moving to Spain I was really concerned about what items I needed to purchase or take from home to live a comfortable life in Europe. I knew that one... keep reading

Working as an English teacher abroad gives you a unique skillset and perspective that sets you apart from the rest. So, if you’re looking for just one more reason why... keep reading