From world-class TEFL / TESOL certification classes and university-level instructors to personalized job search guidance and alumni networks, International TEFL Academy (ITA) is committed to ensuring that all of our graduates can have a life-changing experience teaching English abroad and/or teaching English online.

Teaching in Peru was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Like most decisions, I didn't fully realize this fact until I was already well into my adventure. One thing I did know though, was that no matter what happened it was going to be a good experience and growth opportunity it many areas: personal, career, and social. What I didn't know, was quite what I was getting into and just how great of an adventure it was going to be. Getting my TEFL certification really jump started my involvement in teaching abroad and gave me that little extra incentive (no use wasting a paid certification) and a lot of extra confidence in both my teaching skills and the support that I would have while abroad. The flexible schedule allowed me to be in school and work while getting certified and the emphasis on group learning really hammered home the concepts and helped me to get the most out of my training. Once in Peru, I could rely on my wealth of activities, assignments, readings, etc. that I and my fellow teachers had created while working together on our certification. But what I found most helpful, was the boost in confidence that I could do this, I could teach abroad, and that was the extra step I needed to lead me through an amazing 13 months abroad.

I may not be currently employed in a foreign country but I have had so many opportunities to teach English since I received my certificate from ITA. I have met so many people and have the opportunity to not only teach in my home country, I am able to meet so many people all over the world and engage in fantastic volunteering opportunities.

ITA has also provided me with great resources and support to be able to find jobs in foreign countries. I am excited for my prospects moving forward.

The course was extremely tough. You have to work hard and plan your schedule well. Dont procrastinate. My host family was great. I had to get use to the food in the beginning. The area i stayed in was very safe. I struggled with Spanish and the language barrier was a problem in the beginning, but I got use to it. The people are generally friendly. The cost of living is a bit high. I had to watch how much money I spent all the time not to run out of money.

Throughout the last month, I have learned and grown so much as both a teacher and a person. I never imagined that I could have so much fun in such a tough course. I made life-long connections and countless memories which I will treasure for the rest of my life.