Can you be too old to TEFL?

[@rozwalker2501]

You could work in Dubai, I did, I was 50, I had a degree and a CELTA and got work at the local universities working in their intensive english programme for students who were improving their language in order to get into university

[@miateacher123]

I'll be 48 in March, and it didn't even cross my mind! I have confidence that my life experience will stand me in good stead and it will go great!

[@joannehall6841]

Thank you very much! Age 60 and feeling positive now about my tefl future

[@melikemusic100]

I starting working teaching ESL/EFL at 43, moved to Mexico a few years later, found several jobs there, and the school I worked at in GDL Mex had several teachers over 60!!!! I have not taught now for over 15 years, but am reconsidering upgrading skills and teaching again.

[@joaniedaniel9889]

Thanks very much. I had to retire early due to family. I've always wanted to teach but felt like I was too old. I came up on you by accident, one of the best uplifting accidents in my life. Thank you for the information.

[@melaniehulme5401]

Im looking at switching my uni course to tefl at bangor in North Wales, and Im 53!!

[@gaylenescott1317]

Oh YAYAYAY!! MISSED this webinar last night because of loadshedding here in SA last evening and so very happy to be able to listen after the fact because I'm really battling to find an online tutor job, having completed the TEFL LEVEL5 course a few years ago now and at 62 wondering if I'm not getting jobs due to my age.... Passionate about reading, and really worry about the youngsters not appreciating being able to speak and be understood in English.... Thanks so much for these Webinars as I don't feel so alone now Can't wait to get into it

[@carenmaslowsky8408]

Thank you for doing this topic! I asked for it in the chat and they were very responsive to pass on the suggestion. These Friday Q&A's are very helpful.

[@archereducation808]

After many years (30+) as a SEND teacher and manager I have finally started the TEFL course. Its very different from my usual English teaching (GCSE). I'm enjoying it so far and hope to do some online 1:1 work in the future. I'm in Somerset.

[@hopegravelly]

I'm 75 and only just starting my Course (the 120 hours one.) I just love learning it all!

[@TEFLorg]

Great to have you here, Hope! Thanks for tuning in

[@rozwalker2501]

Thank you, I think the tips are all very useful. There isn't a one size fits all. Hopeful I can move forward. Doing the volunteering and hoping to gradually take on students

[@gmcs279]

Good vid Carl, Checking out TEFL to see if its for me - Im 68 and on that note, If you consider yourself too old, or if you consider yourself too young, chances are you are correct! - but we can always change our mind :)

[@hopegravelly]

I am American, and in Florida.

[@lisan2788]

Very informative! Thank so much.

[@rozwalker2501]

Hello from Scotland

[@melaniehulme5401]

Lots of great advice here, thank you 😊

[@stephaniegrady8]

sorry...what is CV?

[@IverenNnamele]

How can I be a TEFL teacher? I am in Nigeria

[@tnormanthird]

I appreciate the candor. I'm in my 60s, have taught at the college level 10 yrs, and ran a successful business as an owner. I'd desire to attend a TEFL program overseas. Which do you recommend?

[@jyothiaboobaker1076]

I'm 65...can I teach online

[@TEFLorg]

Yes Jyothi - there are no upper age limitations when it comes to teaching online!

[@sunildamodar3163]

Dear Carl. Is it possible to teach online to students in the Middle East ? If so how do I explore the opportunities ? Plesae suggest any websites ? Regards Sunil Damodar

[@TEFLorg]

Hello Sunil, great question! Yes, you can find online teaching opportunities here in our guide www.tefl.org/teach-english-online/