Can I teach in England with an American degree?

Are You Qualified? -United States of America Nationals. American teaching qualifications are accepted in the UK but teachers must apply for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) before they can be recognised as qualified teachers in the UK.

What qualifications do you need to teach English to foreigners?

To teach abroad, you will only need your TEFL certificate for most countries. Some countries such as Japan and South Korea only give a work visa to teachers who have a degree, so you would need to be a graduate and be TEFL qualified to work there.

Can you teach in Europe with an American degree?

Yes – An American with a TEFL / TESOL Certification from International TEFL Academy can realistically find great opportunities to teach English in Europe. There are thousands of Americans successfully finding employment in Europe every year as English teachers.

How can an American get a teaching job in London?

1. Check your qualifications.
2. Get help and advice.
3. Find out about fees and financial support.
4. Search and apply for teacher training courses.
5. Apply for your visa.
6. Plan your move to the UK.
7. Complete your teacher training and gain qualified teacher status (QTS)
8. Apply for your first teaching job.

How do I get a QTS certificate?

Here are the steps you can follow to attain QTS certification:

1. Apply through the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA)
2. Apply for an assessment-only QTS.
3. Take the salaried-school direct route.
4. Use a school direct with tuition fee route.
5. Use the SCITT route.
6. Take the PGCE route.
7. Opt for the teaching first route.

How long does it take to get TEFL certified?

There’s no single, standardized path to getting TEFL certified. Depending on the TEFL course and your own unique circumstances, it is possible to get TEFL certification in as little as a month. That said, it’s recommended that most students set aside about six months to complete their chosen TEFL course.