Oxford Seminars Blog » Saving Money https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog Grads since 1992 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:31:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.2.5 A Beginner’s Guide to Renting in Japan and Korea https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/beginners-guide-renting-japan-korea/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/beginners-guide-renting-japan-korea/#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:43:22 +0000 https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/?p=5567 For new ESL teachers on their way overseas, there’s a lot to think about – contracts, language and cultural differences, how to teach effectively and, of course, living arrangements. In Japan and Korea, this last one can work a little differently than in other countries, and so it seems worthy of a closer look. When […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/beginners-guide-renting-japan-korea/feed/ 0 Covid Travel Update: Thailand Lifts Quarantine for Fully Vaccinated Visitors https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/covid-travel-update-thailand-lifts-quarantine-fully-vaccinated-visitors/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/covid-travel-update-thailand-lifts-quarantine-fully-vaccinated-visitors/#comments Wed, 10 Nov 2021 15:24:47 +0000 https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/?p=5311 For those seeking to escape the impending winter doldrums and make a break for the famed beaches and market stalls of tropical Thailand – we’ve got some good news for you! It’s recently been announced that as of November 1st, 2021, Thailand has lifted the mandatory 14-day quarantine period for fully vaccinated travelers from 10 […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/covid-travel-update-thailand-lifts-quarantine-fully-vaccinated-visitors/feed/ 0 Finding My Apartment in China While Teaching ESL https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/finding-my-apartment-in-china-teaching-esl-abroad/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/finding-my-apartment-in-china-teaching-esl-abroad/#comments Wed, 04 Jul 2018 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog?p=4916&preview=true&preview_id=4916 Everyone’s experience teaching English abroad will be different depending on where they choose to go. My partner and I decided to teach English in China, and one of the first steps on our adventure was finding a place to live in our new country. Much like teaching English abroad, everyone’s experience finding an apartment in […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/finding-my-apartment-in-china-teaching-esl-abroad/feed/ 0 5 Questions to Help You Save Money While Teaching English Abroad https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/5-questions-save-money-teaching-english-abroad/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/5-questions-save-money-teaching-english-abroad/#comments Wed, 02 May 2018 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog?p=4874&preview=true&preview_id=4874 Travel can be expensive, but as an ESL teacher abroad, you have a unique opportunity to make money while you travel. Depending on where you teach, you may be able to cut your travel costs and save money! If one of your goals for teaching English abroad is to save money, ask yourself these five […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/5-questions-save-money-teaching-english-abroad/feed/ 0 How Teaching English in China Became My Career – Video https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-teaching-english-in-china-became-my-career-video/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-teaching-english-in-china-became-my-career-video/#comments Tue, 23 Jan 2018 05:00:00 +0000 https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog?p=4713&preview=true&preview_id=4713 In this video our grad Laura talks about teaching English in China and Peru, how she got started teaching ESL, her class, and how teaching English in China became her career. Watch the video and see highlights from her Instagram below: Want to get started teaching English abroad? Attend a Free Information Session Find a […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-teaching-english-in-china-became-my-career-video/feed/ 1 How Much Money Can I Make Teaching English in China? https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-much-money-can-i-make-teaching-english-in-china/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-much-money-can-i-make-teaching-english-in-china/#comments Tue, 04 Jul 2017 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog?p=3883&preview=true&preview_id=3883 Numerous articles have been written getting you excited about teaching English abroad. These articles tell you about the wonderful travel opportunities, marvelous culinary delights, interesting cultural experiences, and wonderful classroom/social lifestyles that await you. When asked, “Why did you become an ESL teacher and move to your host country?”, many will give the reasons listed […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-much-money-can-i-make-teaching-english-in-china/feed/ 2 Why Should I Teach English Abroad? https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/why-should-i-teach-english-abroad/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/why-should-i-teach-english-abroad/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2016 23:14:20 +0000 https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog?p=3044&preview=true&preview_id=3044 So, you’re thinking about taking the leap and teaching English abroad and start exploring the World. What can you expect after this experience of teaching abroad? What will you gain from a year or more living far away from your home? Here are some of the biggest reasons to consider teaching English abroad: Enhance Your Resume In […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/why-should-i-teach-english-abroad/feed/ 0 6 Questions to Help You Choose Where to Teach Abroad https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/6-questions-to-help-you-choose-where-to-teach-abroad/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/6-questions-to-help-you-choose-where-to-teach-abroad/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2016 19:58:27 +0000 http://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/?p=2891 When I talk to prospective ESL teachers interested in going abroad, some already know exactly where they want to go. However, many others are not so sure where to teach abroad. Some are trying to pick between a few top destinations, and others have no idea where they want to go. They’re just excited to travel […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/6-questions-to-help-you-choose-where-to-teach-abroad/feed/ 0 4 Tips for Saving Money While Teaching English Abroad in South Korea https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/4-tips-for-saving-money-while-teaching-in-south-korea/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/4-tips-for-saving-money-while-teaching-in-south-korea/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2016 21:00:33 +0000 http://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/?p=2811 Teaching English abroad is a great way to save some money or pay off those crippling student loans. If you’re interested in teaching English in South Korea, most schools offer contracts that pay rent for you (unless otherwise specified, for whatever extenuating circumstances). If you’re fresh out of college and have become accustomed to barely scraping by, […]

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]]> https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/4-tips-for-saving-money-while-teaching-in-south-korea/feed/ 1 How Much Do ESL Teachers Get Paid Overseas? https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-much-do-esl-teachers-get-paid-overseas/ https://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/how-much-do-esl-teachers-get-paid-overseas/#comments Thu, 07 Jul 2016 22:04:30 +0000 http://www.oxfordseminars.com/blog/?p=2553 The average salary for K-12 teachers across the United States is about $45,000 per year. Of course this number varies greatly based on several factors, particularly location and experience. The same formula applies to ESL teachers abroad. Most people who decide to teach English overseas do so for the cultural experiences and travel opportunities. But […]

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