"Where Can I Go?"
Short answer: you can literally go anywhere in the world.
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.
Also consider this article, 12 Questions to Ask Before Accepting Teacher Jobs Abroad, from GoAbroad.com, especially #2 and #3 when making your choice.
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.
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
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.
Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies
Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $300 - $1,300/month USD for TEFL teachers
Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $300 - $2,500/month USD for TEFL teachers
Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $300 - $1,500/month USD for TEFL teachers
Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $500 - $5,000/month USD for TEFL teachers
Options:
International Schools, IB Programs, private academies, volunteer
Potential Salary:
Varies with country, but ITA's salary range from $350 - $3,550/month USD for TEFL teachers
