Why Teach Abroad?

Whether you are an adventurous person who is looking for a new experience or someone who would like to get out of their shell and try something exciting for the first time, teaching abroad is a great way to make that happen. Teaching abroad allows you to not only be able to make a difference in someone’s life; you’ll be able to learn and immerse yourself in a new culture and lifestyle. You may even learn a new language! Could you imagine being in a popular tourist city and getting paid to live there? It’s amazing! Every day becomes a new opportunity to explore your new home abroad.

The memories you will make while teaching abroad will truly be some of the greatest stories you will ever have. Being able to experience a different side of the world is something you can take advantage of every day. Something as simple as making your way to work allows you to see a lifestyle and culture that you are not used to seeing in your home country.

Teaching abroad allows you to encounter new cultures, taste different foods, and live a completely different lifestyle, all while making friends from all around the world. Being able to become a local in a place where other foreigners come to vacation is a luxury not everyone is fortunate enough to experience.

On one hand, you have the benefits of taking time to be away from your family and friends to travel and learn a lot about yourself. Teaching abroad is a great way to become more independent, learn new skills, and make connections all around the world. It can also help you experience an exciting new life and fresh start!

On the other hand, leaving your home and embarking on a new life to teach English abroad is no small feat. Moving abroad is a transformative decision, one that often begins with uncertainty and a whirlwind of questions. `Did I make the right choice?', `What have I gotten myself into?', `How will I cope with leaving everyone behind?', `Is all of this worth it?' - these were just a few of the questions that raced through my mind before, during, and after my move. Often, you step into this new chapter alone, in an unfamiliar place, facing new cultural norms and a significant language barrier. The challenges can be mentally and emotionally taxing, leading you to question whether leaving behind a comfortable, familiar lifestyle was the right decision. However, there is incredible growth in embracing the struggle. Viewing these obstacles as opportunities for growth is key. Teaching abroad opens doors to becoming more open-minded and adaptable, encouraging you to step outside your comfort zone and, evolve as an individual. Without a doubt, the experiences you'll have will push you to discover more about your strengths and abilities. Teaching abroad offers a unique chance to broaden your horizons and embrace a life-altering change that will shape your perspective in profound ways.

Teaching abroad comes with many opportunities to develop professionally and network with people from all around the world. Living abroad allows you to interact with many people from different nationalities, especially if you are living in a major city. Deciding to make the move is the first step to expanding your circle of friends and relationships. It is great to know that once you decide to make this change, you will not be alone. There are a lot of different people from all around the world making the same decision to work abroad and enjoy this new life. You will quickly come to realise that there is a great welcoming community wherever you go. The expat community is always ready to help and support you as you get comfortable in your new city. Being abroad puts you in a place to meet people you probably would never interact with. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with people that can last a lifetime, but you will also be working with people and experiencing a working culture that is completely different. Teaching abroad puts you in a unique work environment that is very culturally diverse.

While teaching abroad, the relationships you build with students can be very rewarding. You can see firsthand the joy and excitement of someone learning a brand-new language. As a teacher, not only will you be teaching them a new language, but you will also learn a lot from these learners as you get comfortable with your role. Being a teacher really allows you to interact with the locals in ways you normally wouldn’t as an everyday traveler. You will learn more about the culture, holidays, celebrations, and fun secret places to visit. Overall teaching abroad is a fulfiling and exciting experience. It comes with lifelong relationships, memories, and stories that you will absolutely cherish even after your time abroad.