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How to Teach Abroad in New Zealand

For many, the cost of traveling abroad seems outside their grasp. Many people find their solution through teaching abroad.

The number of people participating in teaching abroad increases every year with opportunities across the globe. Speaking the native language is not required, but to those looking to teach abroad knowing the language provides a level of comfort.

For native English speakers, teaching in a country where it is the official language is desirable. One option for potential teachers is New Zealand, where there are opportunities to teach native and non-native speakers.

Passport
Work Visa
College degree or TEFL certificate (depending on the school and program)

Instructions

Preparation to Teach Abroad in New Zealand
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  Begin researching programs to teach abroad in New Zealand one year before the expected date of departure. Websites such as Go Abroad and New Zealand Education are good places to start.
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  Pick a program that best suits your desired criteria for teaching abroad. Many programs in New Zealand are geared towards those who would like to teach English as a second language and can last for six months to a year.
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  Complete either a college degree or TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification, whichever is required by the program you choose.
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  Fill out and turn in the teaching abroad application as soon as you choose a program.
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  Apply for a passport if you need one and work visa after acceptance into a teaching abroad program and no less than six months before departure.
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  Buy an airplane ticket three months before you leave. Check with the teaching abroad program to find out if the program covers the airline ticket or if it is an out-of-pocket expense.