Teaching English Abroad: What You Need to Know

Teachers from all over the world—especially from the UK, United States, and South Africa—are transforming their lives by teaching English abroad. It’s more than just a job. For many, it’s an opportunity to explore new cultures, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impact on students’ lives.

Educators from Africa to North America and Europe are taking the leap. They describe the experience as rewarding, culturally enriching, and often life-changing. Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking for a career shift, teaching English abroad could be the path that changes everything.

Teaching English Abroad: What You Need to Know

Teachers from all over the world—especially from the UK, United States, and South Africa—are transforming their lives by teaching English abroad. It’s more than just a job. For many, it’s an opportunity to explore new cultures, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impact on students’ lives.

Educators from Africa to North America and Europe are taking the leap. They describe the experience as rewarding, culturally enriching, and often life-changing. Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking for a career shift, teaching English abroad could be the path that changes everything.

TEFL Certification: A Must-Have to Teach in China

If you’re interested in teaching English in China, there’s one thing you absolutely need—a TEFL certificate. It’s not optional. A 120-hour TEFL certification is required to apply for legal teaching positions and obtain a Chinese Z visa.

Here are your options:

• TEFL – Teaching English as a Foreign Language

• CELTA – Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults

• TESOL – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (similar to TEFL)

Additionally, all schools require you to hold a university degree. These are the two basic qualifications every applicant must meet: a bachelor’s degree and a TEFL certification.

What to Expect from the China Link ESL Community

We understand that moving abroad is a big step. That’s why we make it easy to learn more about who we are and what we stand for. Explore:

• 📘 Mission Statement »

• 🌏 Opportunities to teach in China »

• ❓ Questions & Answers »

• 💬 Teacher Testimonials »

Our team is made up of both expats and locals who truly care. Many of our teachers say they feel like part of a family and that support shows every day in our online community.

Real Reviews, Real Results

With over 50 public reviews on our Facebook page, teachers consistently share their success stories. Here’s one:

 “Thanks guys! You made my dream come true!! I have been teaching in Zhenjiang now for 4 months and it is the best decision I have ever made. The people are all so lovely here and the students make this job an absolute dream.” We also encourage you to Follow Us on Instagram.

China Link ESL has made a major push in 2018 with a new website and expansion of it’s social media presence to other popular platforms such as Instagram. Their service is always 100% free for job seekers.