Teach English Abroad Blog

WHY TEACH WITH CIEE AGAIN? Since I had majored in Spanish during college, I decided that it was time to really test out my skills. I wanted to see if... keep reading

WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO TEACH ABROAD? WHY CIEE? I first decided to teach abroad because I wanted to figure out my career path. I had never taught before, so... keep reading

Hello! My name is Valerie, and I will be teaching in South Korea through the EPIK program starting this spring. With my interests being in Korean cultural studies, teaching in... keep reading

For the first time, I got to experience the holiday season away from home. I hadn't seen any of my family since September, celebrated Thanksgiving without my family, and didn't... keep reading

One of the aspects of moving to Madrid I was most worried about was managing my money on the monthly stipend of €1000. But, with about four and a half... keep reading

When you get ready to move abroad to teach English they tell you all about how to find apartments, how to get a visa, cultural differences to expect and so... keep reading

Traveling on a budget doesn’t mean sacrificing great experiences. With a little planning and creativity, you can explore amazing destinations without overspending. Here are some tips to help you stretch... keep reading

Happy New Year, everyone!! After a holiday in Greece with my family full of highs and lows (we got to pet a LOT of cats and ate wonderful food; I... keep reading

Moving abroad to teach English in South Korea can be an exciting and life-changing adventure. Not only are you stepping into a new culture, but you’re also starting a new... keep reading

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am almost 24 years old and from Idaho but was born and raised in Michigan! I lived in Michigan until I was nineteen... keep reading

My time in Spain would not be complete without a trip to the one and only Barcelona! For my last weekend I packed up my bags and did my own... keep reading

Living abroad can seem a bit daunting and even scary. It's a new environment, a new language, and a whole new culture. One of the most significant challenges new teachers... keep reading

It's the most wonderful time of the year all around the world, but especially in Berlin, Germany as Christmas markets pop up all over the capitol city. While part of... keep reading

I did not remember much Spanish when I first arrived to my assignment in Pradoluengo. I regret not practicing more as it would have helped me be more prepared to... keep reading

Adjusting to a foreign culture can be an isolating and daunting task. Personally, the exhaustion from constant language translation made me question if engaging in conversation was worth my energy... keep reading