TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. There are many countries where English is not their native language and they predominantly hire trainers to teach English wherein TEFL certification becomes significant.
What can I do (Roles Available) ?
TEFL Trainer
TESL Trainer
CELTA Instructor
IELTS Trainer
PTE Trainer
TOEFL Trainer
Where can I work?
Govt vernacular medium schools
Princeton Review
EducationUSA
British Council
Manya Group
IDP Education
Global Reach
Leverage Edu
Mindler
Y-Axis
NA
Independent TESL Training Consultant
Positives
High demand
High growth
Good pay
Plethora of opportunities
Opportunity to travel
Making a difference in people's lives
Diverse work environment
Challenges
High stress
Too much travel
Working at odd hours
Key Skills Required
Domain knowledge
Patience
Attention to detail
Writing ability
Language skills
Communication skills
Problem solving ability
Translation skills
Interpretation skills
Cultural sensitivity
Dexterity
Good listening skills
What Should I study ?
Pathway 1
Class XII in any stream; Pursue Integrated B.Ed (Graduation in any discipline + B.Ed); Further pursue TEFL/TESL/CELTA Certification.
Pathway 2
Class XII in any stream; Graduation in any discipline; Pursue TEFL/TESL/CELTA Certification.