What recruiters look for in TEFL graduates CV finding a Job as an English Language Teacher

Book a consultation to start your own professional pivot: https://integratedskills.mykajabi.com/ Are you sending out countless English teaching job applications after getting certified, only to be met with total silence? In this video, we pull back the curtain on the global English language teaching job market. We sit down with Carla Wood, an expert CELTA trainer and language school owner who has hired hundreds of educators, to uncover the hidden hiring practices of language schools and universities worldwide. We cover everything from the immediate CV red flags that get your application thrown away to the essential "yes moments" that make recruiters want to hire you on the spot. Whether you are aiming to teach in Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, or online, these insights will change how you approach your job hunt. Apply for full-time or part-time CELTA courses with Carla: Durban Language Centre Website: https://www.durbanlanguage.com Timestamps 00:00 - Why are your teaching job applications getting ignored? 01:15 - Behind the scenes of global recruitment (Japan, South Korea, Middle East) 02:50 - The number one mistake teachers make on their CV 04:10 - Do you really need to volunteer to get experience? 04:40 - What recruiters actually want: Classroom management vs. Grammar 05:25 - The contract trap: Why schools fear investing in your visa 07:30 - Teaching context: Engaging reluctant students in Saudi Arabia and beyond 10:45 - Do CELTA grades (Pass A vs. Pass B) actually matter to employers? 13:50 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a new ESL teacher 15:10 - Working for a school vs. Teaching private lessons 17:20 - CV Amber Flags: Are you treating adult students like children? 21:00 - Facing roadblocks: Non-native speakers and "2 years experience preferred" 24:15 - How to create a high-converting teacher intro video 27:25 - Do you need expensive equipment to film a demo lesson or intro? 29:35 - Essential technical skills for teaching online (Zoom, Breakout Rooms, Chat) 33:40 - The secret to monitoring online breakout rooms effectively 36:30 - Visualizing your lifestyle goals before starting the job hunt 38:40 - About the Durban Language Centre course options