Emily Hollister's TEFL Articles
Emily Hollister
In May 2019, Emily found herself burned out working 80 hours a week at her corporate job. Dreaming about days spent hopping around the globe, she bought a one-way ticket to Peru and enrolled in a TEFL program. During the 4 weeks of the TEFL class, Emily fell in love with Peru and has called Arequipa home ever since. Now, Emily spends her mornings teaching English online to kids across the globe in China and her afternoons teaching local private students. Emily has found the freedom that allows her to create the life of her dreams, wherever that may take her.
Read More: ITA's Vision & Mission
New TEFL Posts from Emily Hollister
Teaching English Online from Arequipa, Peru: Q&A with Emily Hollister
ITA alumna, Emily Hollister, thoroughly outlines what it's like teaching English online with Whales English from Arequipa, Peru, and her lifestyle there.
- The Top 10 Public Transportation Systems Around the World
- What is TEFL and What is TEFL Certification?
- Top 5 Countries to Make the Most Money Teaching English Abroad in 2027
- 12 Companies Where You Can Teach English Online Without a Degree
- What is the Cultural Ambassadors Program for Teaching English in Spain?
- Teaching Corporate ESL in the US: A TEFL Career Transition
- What to Know Before Teaching English in Barcelona
- International TEFL Academy Wins Top Award for TEFL/Teaching Abroad in 2026
- 10 Facts & Tips for Teaching & Living in Thailand
- How it Works: Thailand Guaranteed Job Placement & Enrollment Timeline
"Love ITA! Not only a wonderful program to help me get my TEFL certification but a great resource and alumni community."

- Delia Nugent
Teaches English in South Korea









