Teach English at EF

Work Abroad at EF

Work abroad with EF at one of our English Language schools in China and we will provide you full support. All positions come with comprehensive benefits packages and competitive local salaries. Click here to learn more.

What we teach

Jobs at EF encourage you to teach in various classroom formats, including face-to-face classes (either one-to-one or in small groups), structured workshops for larger groups, and online tutorials. You’ll improve students' communication skills with provided lessons and your own creative input. Have fun in a work environment that crosses cultural boundaries, breaks language barriers, and encourages social activity in and out of the classroom. Today, the barriers of language, culture, and geography divide people around the world. Working with EF will break down those barriers not only for you but also for your students, thereby transforming lives. By teaching abroad with EF, you can help people of all nationalities and ages get better jobs, participate in the global economy, and become citizens of the world.

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What we teach at EF

TEFL certificates

  • TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language but is often used to describe the basic-level certification qualifying someone to teach ESL.

  • You will need a TEFL before you arrive to teach English at EF, but we can help you complete a course free of charge.

  • TEFL courses offer teachers the chance to work with the fundamental knowledge of ESL and how to use the classroom to their advantage.

TEFL certificates
Teaching qualifications

Teaching qualifications

  • Teaching EF is not only an excellent way to see the world and enjoy new experiences but also a great way to develop and progress professionally. One of the best ways to do this is to enroll in one of EF’s teacher qualifications courses.

  • EF offers a broad range of teaching and management-related qualifications to help you succeed and advance in your career. Many of our courses come with sponsorships and many others are free. These qualifications will help you develop the skills you need to climb the ladder within EF or teach anywhere in the world.

About teachers at EF

EF Teachers have an infectious spirit. Whether it’s helping a student pronounce new vocabulary or exploring their city, we all embrace the enjoyment and spontaneity that come along with working abroad. Teaching abroad with EF gives you the perspective and confidence to help you reach your goals.

Professional Development

Weekly Teacher Events

Local Language Lessons

Professional Development

Online Social Network

Online Social Network

Local Language Lessons

Local Language Lessons

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