"Where Can I Go?"
Short answer: you can literally go anywhere in the world.
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Long answer: knowing where you can go is just one part of the formula though. Factor in your career goals, potential salary compared to a country's cost of living, and teaching benefits...you can craft any lifestyle you desire. So, look at all your options then shift your mindset to "where should I go?".
Here you'll find an overview of the options for each region and potential salary ranges. Go to the short course on each type of teaching option.
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Also consider this article, 12 Questions to Ask Before Accepting Teacher Jobs Abroad, from GoAbroad.com, especially #2 and #3 when making your choice.
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The International TEFL Academy's Country Chart is THE BEST resource I've seen to date. It has a comprehensive comparison of must-know information like costs, general housing, hiring season, and salary. I reference the salary range for each region based on their information.
I strongly recommend it as a resource no matter the type of teaching you do.
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Consider public schools in areas that may be remote to you and U.S. territories like the U.S. Virgin Islands:
Hawaii, Alaska, Bureau of Indian Education, U.S. territories
Options:
- International schools and IB programs
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Potential Salary:
Comparable to most school districts. For example, Hawaii starts at $49,100 with a bachelor's and no teaching experience while Alaska starts at $52,369 at the same level.
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Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies
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Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $300 - $1,300/month USD for TEFL teachers
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Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
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Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $300 - $2,500/month USD for TEFL teachers
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Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
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Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $300 - $1,500/month USD for TEFL teachers
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Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
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Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $500 - $5,000/month USD for TEFL teachers
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Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
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Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $350 - $3,550/month USD for TEFL teachers
