TEFL Roadmap — One Page Cheat Sheet

A tidy, visual path from beginner → paid teacher. Check the skills you have and click Show Path.

Quick Checklist

Know basic grammar (nouns, verbs, adjectives) Can plan a 15-min lesson Have a short intro video / profile ready Comfortable speaking clearly on camera Can teach a simple PPP lesson

Printable Roadmap

W1 → Learn basics
W2 → Learn to teach
W3 → Build profile
W4 → Get students
W5+ → Niche & grow

Tip: Offer free trial lessons week 4 to build reviews. Niche (poetry, business English) to charge more.

Open printable PDF (download provided separately)

Micro-Lesson Templates

15-min Grammar (PPP)

Presentation — show target language (2–3 min)
Practice — controlled drills (5 min)
Production — free use / mini-conversation (6–8 min)

15-min Vocab

Lead-in (image / question)
Teach 5 words (meaning + form)
Practice (matching / gap-fill)
Short speaking task

Pricing guide (starter)

Low — trial / new teacher: $3–6 / lesson

Mid — steady students: $8–15 / lesson

Pro — niche, experienced: $20+

Payment platforms: PayPal, Payoneer, Wise. On marketplaces (iTalki, Preply) follow their pricing & commission.