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Career Break
Taking a career break or sabbatical is often a big decision. In our increasingly busy lives, taking a well-earned break from a job is something that we all need. Today, more and more people are taking time away from their careers to develop personally, see the world, and recharge their batteries.
Depending on your personal motivations, teaching overseas could be the perfect way to take a break from your career. Teaching will provide you with a stable income as you travel, experience new cultures, and see the world. But teaching is much more than that. After a year of teaching and traveling, you can return to your career recharged, refreshed, and transformed, or you might just fall in love with a brand new career at English 1.
Why take a career break?
According to a study by Hilton, `wanting to travel more', `work-related stress', `boredom', and `lack of enjoyment at work' are among the top reasons professionals want to take a career break. Taking a career break could be the best way to spend time away and gain a new perspective on life.
At English 1, we understand that more and more people want to escape to an exotic new location, explore a new culture, travel to new places, and even pick up a new language or hobby. That’s why our teaching jobs abroad focus on creating a fun work environment that doesn’t involve sitting behind a desk all day.
What does ESL stand for?
ESL stands for English as a Second Language. As of 2024, estimates suggest that approximately 1.5 billion people worldwide speak English, either as a first or additional language. This figure includes both native speakers and those who have acquired English as a second language, creating a high demand for native English speakers to teach English around the world.
The ESL industry is different from traditional teaching. While in traditional education, students typically listen to the teacher, take notes, and work individually, ESL teachers use even more interactive games, activities, and creative methodologies to engage students and help them communicate in English. Teaching English is fun, dynamic, and a fantastic way to step away from a stressful career and embrace a rewarding, exciting challenge.
Travel while you teach
When you take a break from your career, you will likely want to travel and see the world. At English 1, we offer our teachers minimum 12-month contracts with legal working visas as standard. This will give you plenty of time to settle into a new country, get to know the culture, and find time to travel to different places for a year. Living and teaching abroad for a year is a great way to have it all.
For those looking to stay longer, we provide opportunities for contract extensions and career growth. Our professional development programs, mentorship opportunities, and pathways to leadership roles ensure that you can build a meaningful, long-term career in education while continuing to explore the world.
In addition to time, the cost of traveling abroad is also another factor that holds most people back. Saving up to travel can take a while. If you teach, however, you will be able to earn a regular salary, enjoy the benefits of being abroad, travel on days off, and even escape somewhere tropical during the holidays. Many of our teachers at English 1 love to travel, so you can easily find great company to travel with!
We'll help you get started
English 1 hires many English teachers every year. Our teachers come from a variety of backgrounds and all walks of life. As a result, many of our teachers have enthusiasm and work experience albeit with still developing hands-on teaching experience.
If you don’t have teaching experience yet, that’s okay. We also warmly welcome first-time teachers, alongside our many experienced educators, and provide all the training and resources needed to support you every step of the way and help you start strong. English 1 can help by sponsoring qualifications, and we will provide continuous training and support. We equip you with the essential training and tools to help you succeed in the classroom while making a meaningful difference in your students’ lives. Teaching can be fun, and we’ll ensure you have everything you need to thrive - just bring your enthusiasm and enjoy your time with both your students and colleagues!
Getting started
Getting started is usually the hardest part, but teaching overseas couldn’t be easier. If you’re looking to take a break from your career, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply fill out our application form, and we’ll guide you every step of the way with care and support.
We will arrange a convenient time for your interview, where you can discuss your options. After you accept our offer, the visa process can take anywhere between two to four months. You will have time to give your notice, get packed, say farewell to friends and family, and start your new adventure!
To make your transition smooth, we offer a comprehensive onboarding program and a dedicated support team to guide you every step of the way. From visa assistance to settling into your new role, we’re here to ensure you feel confident and prepared for this exciting journey.