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TESOL Jobs in Australia: Melbourne, Brisbane and Where the Work Actually IsTEFL Advice

11 September 2026 · 6 min read

TESOL Jobs in Australia: Melbourne, Brisbane and Where the Work Actually Is

Where Australia's ELICOS colleges and private academies actually hire, what they pay, and the working holiday visa route for Irish teachers.

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Teach English in Prague: Jobs, Pay and the EU Route for Irish TeachersTeaching English in Europe

11 September 2026 · 6 min read

Teach English in Prague: Jobs, Pay and the EU Route for Irish Teachers

What English teaching jobs in Prague actually pay, which language schools hire, and how the EU route makes it simple for Irish teachers.

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Teach English in Greece: Academy Jobs, Islands and the EU AdvantageTeaching English in Europe

11 September 2026 · 8 min read

Teach English in Greece: Academy Jobs, Islands and the EU Advantage

Where the English teaching jobs, pay and visa rules actually stand for Irish and EU teachers in Greece, from Athens academies to island seasons.

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Courses for Transition Year Students in Dublin | Accredited Online TY ProgrammeOther Topics

26 August 2026 · 5 min read

Courses for Transition Year Students in Dublin | Accredited Online TY Programme

Is TEFL a good Transition Year course? Yes. A TEFL course suits Transition Year because it is accredited, it can […]

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How To Write A Lesson PlanCareer Centre

26 August 2026 · 5 min read

How To Write A Lesson Plan

How do you write a lesson plan? A lesson plan sets out, in one page, what your students will be […]

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Transition Year TEFL Programmes: The Complete Guide for Schools, Students and ParentsTEFL Advice

26 August 2026 · 16 min read

Transition Year TEFL Programmes: The Complete Guide for Schools, Students and Parents

A Transition Year TEFL programme is a certified module in which TY students train to teach English and finish with an accredited certificate. What it is, how a school runs it, cost, timing and recognition.

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Student Stories

Discover how our graduates have taken their TEFL course globally.

Evelyn Teaches in Vietnam
Evelyn Teaches in Vietnam

I grew in confidence and have experiences I’ll cherish for life!

Vietnam welcomed me like family and helped me grow in confidence through unforgettable experiences.

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Conor Teaches in Italy
Conor Teaches in Italy

I followed my passion for travel and teaching and changed my life

I graduated in Biomedical Engineering - then I decided to change direction and follow my passion for travel & teaching.

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Mary teaches in Spain
Mary teaches in Spain

I learned resilience, confidence and culture.

TEFL took me from New Zealand to Spain and taught me resilience, confidence and the joy of connecting with students from another culture.

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Kayla and Ciaran Teach Online in Bali
Kayla and Ciaran Teach Online in Bali

Freedom to build a life in paradise

Teaching online in paradise, I connected with students, explored cultures, and grew both personally and professionally.

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Evelyn Teaches in Vietnam
Evelyn Teaches in Vietnam

I grew in confidence and have experiences I’ll cherish for life!

Vietnam welcomed me like family and helped me grow in confidence through unforgettable experiences.

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Jun 27, 2025 • By Kate, TEFL Institute of Ireland Graduate

The basics of teaching English online

Teach English Online

Jun 27, 2025 • By Kate, TEFL Institute of Ireland Graduate

The basics of teaching English online

Teach English Abroad

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See what our satisfied students have to say about their TEFL experience with The TEFL Institute of Ireland.

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⚡ Express Qualification | 2-4 Weeks

120-Hour Advanced International Standard Course | Accredited TEFL Course

€640.00€175.00

Ideal for beginners, an entry-level qualification to teach English online or abroad.

Widely recognised as the international entry-level standard, this is one of the most budget-friendly TEFL courses available online. Ideal for teaching in countries with minimal entry requirements, such as parts of Asia and Latin America.

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☝️ The Smart Choice | 6-8 Weeks

180-Hour Comprehensive Ofqual Regulated Course | Level 5 TEFL Diploma

€735.00€265.00

CELTA-equivalent, Level 5 TEFL for better global job opportunities.

A government-regulated qualification level equivalent to CELTA/Trinity Cert TESOL. It is ideal for aspiring teachers seeking higher-paying roles and increased international recognition.

✨ 29hrs of Weekly TEFL Mentorship (Online)
✨ 6 Hours Job Coaching Sessions
✨ 6 Months Access + Mobile Learning App

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🏆 Professional's Choice | 8-10 Weeks

300-Hour Advanced Ofqual Regulated Course | Advanced Level 5 TEFL Diploma

€875.00€375.00

Advanced TEFL for higher-paying teaching careers.

The top course is for the highest pay scale and better opportunities. Gain the expertise to teach anywhere in the world and stand out by mastering in-demand specialisms, including teaching English for Exams and online teaching.

✨ 29hrs of Weekly TEFL Mentorship (Online)
✨ 6 Hours Job Coaching Sessions
✨ 6 Months Access + Mobile Learning App

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