Jessie Smith's TEFL Articles

Jessie Smith

A journalism major at the University of Iowa, Jessie took the ITA Online TEFL Course and taught English in South Korea & Vietnam before joining the team. As one of ITA's most senior writers, Jessie is the author of numerous articles about teaching English abroad & TEFL certification, and she has spoken at various conferences about working & teaching abroad, including the Lessons from Abroad (LFA) symposiums in San Diego & Portland. Her articles have also appeared in such popular online publications as InternQueen.com.

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10 Reasons Why International TEFL Academy Offers the Best TEFL Certification in 2027

See why International TEFL Academy is rated a top TEFL certification: Level 5 accreditation, live practicum, university instructors & lifetime job guidance.

What is the EPIK Program for Teaching English in South Korea?

Learn about the popular EPIK program that enables Americans to teach English in South Korea through the Korean Ministry of Education.

Top 15 Countries for Teaching English Abroad in 2027

Discover the top 15 countries with high demand for English teachers in 2027. Explore opportunities in Mexico, Taiwan, and more for your TEFL career.

What are the Basic Requirements to Teach English Abroad?

How to teach English abroad? What do you need? Here's a list of teaching English abroad requirements including visa, money, TEFL certificate & hiring needs

12 Reasons International TEFL Academy Is The Best Company To Work For

Curious what it's like to work at ITA? Here are the top reasons why we believe ITA has the best remote company culture in the USA - and the world!

Why It’s Impossible For a Legitimate TEFL Course to Cost Under $1,000

Avoid cheap TEFL Certification. It's impossible for a legit online TEFL course to cost less than $1,000, especially if you want help with your job search.