Teach English
Want to teach English as an additional language or teach English abroad? Keen to improve your existing English language teaching (ELT) skills? Kickstart your career by joining one of these professional development courses for educators.
Median base salary UK
£24,500Typical hours
35-37You'll usually need
A degree and teaching qualification
What skills do you need to teach English?
Flexibility
Depending on whether you're planning to work as a TESL, TESOL or TEFL teacher, you could teach English to children or adults and work around the world.
Communication
A good command of English is an obvious requirement, as are strong written and communication skills, plus the ability to listen effectively to students.
Organisation
English language teachers will need to be exceptionally organised. They will need to plan and deliver creative and interesting lessons day in, day out.
Self-improvement
Continuing professional development is a key part of any teacher’s job. Staying abreast of the latest developments in English language teaching is a must.
Develop these skills with online short courses for English language teachers
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What do English teachers say about FutureLearn courses?
"I have been favourably impressed by the courses that I have attended and I am attending. First of all, because the teachers and educators are highly experienced and prepared. Secondly, because FutureLearn has been able to provide what usually may be lacking in an online course – the interaction with educators and with other learners that is continuous and of good quality."
English teacher from Italy and learner on Teaching for Success
"I strongly believe that upgrading the Teaching for Success program will be a significant qualification for my CV. In addition to this, my success on this program will give me more confidence to keep trying to make the difference in the domain of English education and contribute to the welfare of our society. "
English teacher from Greece and learner on Teaching for Success
How professional development for teachers works with FutureLearn
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Develop valuable skills with a short, online teaching professional development course wherever you are. Start learning for free, on desktop, tablet or mobile.
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