Teach Abroad for Summer

Yes! There are plenty of opportunities to teach English during the summer. However, keep in mind that the vast majority of these opportunities are typically community volunteer programs, since most schools around the world are out for the summer.

Summer Teaching English Abroad FAQs

To teach English abroad during the summer, you'll most likely need a TEFL certificate, college degree, and a work visa if you're going to earn a salary. These requirements will vary by country, so be sure to ask your program coordinator for details.

Summer Teaching Abroad Programs: Pros & Cons to Consider

You can find summer English teaching jobs in places like China, South Korea, and Japan, where many students want to practice their skills with summer tutors or classes. Volunteer English teaching opportunities are also available all over the world.

13 Best TEFL Summer Jobs This Year

Maybe. If you have experience, you can find paid tutoring jobs in places like China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan. Many students in these locations want to practice their English over the summer, but prior experience is typically a requirement.

Hot Summer Jobs for Teachers Abroad

You can find summer English teaching opportunities on GoAbroad! Explore programs from providers like Greenheart Travel, Oxford TEFL, and more, who will help you figure out all the logistics of teaching abroad over the summer.

Find a Teaching Job Abroad This Summer

Latest Program Reviews

A Welcoming and Inspiring School

September 17, 2025by: Angela Patricio - AustraliaProgram: Teach English and Explore Northern Thailand’s Culture

10

Volunteering in Phayao was the most meaningful and unforgettable experience of trip! From the moment I arrived, all the students and teachers made me feel incredibly welcome and supported. The school creates such a positive, encouraging environment where the kids are eager to learn and engage, and the teachers were so kind and helpful, always willing to answer my questions, share ideas, and make sure I felt comfortable in the classroom. I’m so grateful I had the opportunity to volunteer here. It’s a place full of warmth and growth and I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone thinking about joining as a volunteer.

Great course

September 02, 2025by: Jason Chrudimsky - United StatesProgram: The Language House TEFL - Join our Community & Teach Abroad!

10

The course and the ongoing support were fantastic. They did an excellent job preparing you. The classroom instruction was fantastic and they had an impressive amount of live classroom teaching time. It felt overwhelming occasionally, but in a good way. By Thursday of the first week you were in front of actual students and you taught 9 lessons by the end of the course. If you are serious about wanting to teach English abroad this course gives you all the tools to be successful.

A Welcoming and Inspiring School

September 17, 2025by: Angela Patricio - AustraliaProgram: Teach English and Explore Northern Thailand’s Culture

10

Volunteering in Phayao was the most meaningful and unforgettable experience of trip! From the moment I arrived, all the students and teachers made me feel incredibly welcome and supported. The school creates such a positive, encouraging environment where the kids are eager to learn and engage, and the teachers were so kind and helpful, always willing to answer my questions, share ideas, and make sure I felt comfortable in the classroom. I’m so grateful I had the opportunity to volunteer here. It’s a place full of warmth and growth and I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone thinking about joining as a volunteer.

Great course

September 02, 2025by: Jason Chrudimsky - United StatesProgram: The Language House TEFL - Join our Community & Teach Abroad!

10

The course and the ongoing support were fantastic. They did an excellent job preparing you. The classroom instruction was fantastic and they had an impressive amount of live classroom teaching time. It felt overwhelming occasionally, but in a good way. By Thursday of the first week you were in front of actual students and you taught 9 lessons by the end of the course. If you are serious about wanting to teach English abroad this course gives you all the tools to be successful.