Au Pair TEFL training - 120 Hour TEFL Course
The TEFL Institute of Ireland is recognised as one of the top TEFL trainers by educational institutions and employers worldwide. Our 120 Hour Internationally Recognised Au Pair TEFL Course sets the international standard for TEFL certification, offering an affordable, high-quality programme that is respected across the globe.
With this accredited 120 Hour Au Pair TEFL Course, including a specialised Au Pair module, you can become TEFL certified and start teaching English online or abroad in less than four weeks. This course not only positions you to secure a TEFL job but also prepares you for the unique experience of being an au pair. Our 100% online format allows you to study at your own pace, fitting your learning around a busy lifestyle.
Our course has been meticulously developed by experienced EFL teachers who understand what it takes to succeed in TEFL. You’ll benefit from engaging course materials, outstanding personal tutor support, and the added advantage of our Au Pair module, which equips you with the skills to combine teaching with life as an au pair. Whether you aim to teach in classrooms or as part of your au pair duties, you’ll be ready to teach English anywhere in the world.
The 120 Hour Au Pair TEFL Course is ideal for recent graduates, career changers, or anyone seeking a flexible part-time job. By completing this course, you’ll gain the essential skills and qualifications needed to teach English confidently and effectively, with the added ability to integrate your teaching into an au pair role.
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120 Hour Course Guide

Course Outline
About the Course
Prepare yourself for any teaching role, whether online or abroad, with our accredited 120 Hour Advanced International TEFL course. This comprehensive course, featuring ten engaging modules plus a specialized Au Pair module, will guide you through videos, quizzes, and practical scenarios to ensure you’re fully equipped to teach English effectively. You’ll master English grammar structure, learn how to plan and deliver engaging lessons, facilitate natural conversations, and create positive learning environments.
Course Style
With up to six months of study time and dedicated tutor support, you’ll have all the resources you need to succeed—plus a course pass rate of over 99%. If you’re looking for a fast-track option, this course is perfect, as it can be completed in just 2-4 weeks on a part-time basis. Designed for those who need flexibility, this course offers a lifetime qualification that meets the minimum TEFL certification standards recognized worldwide. The additional Au Pair module further enhances your skills, preparing you to combine teaching with the rewarding experience of being an au pair.
Ireland's Leading TEFL Provider with International Recognition
With The TEFL Institute of Ireland, you’ll receive a trusted TEFL qualification that lasts a lifetime. What’s more, our globally-recognised and specialised courses have made our graduates some of the most sought-after teachers in the industry. We’re passionate about providing outstanding support during your studies and beyond to help you achieve your goals.
Our Accreditations

HIGHFIELD QUALIFICATIONS AWARDING BODY IN THE UK
Approved Center Number: 21335
Highfield Qualifications are a global leader in compliance and work-based learning and apprenticeship qualifications and one of the UK’s most recognisable awarding organisations. The TEFL Institute is an approved training center by Highfield Qualifications, an independent Ofqual approved Awarding Organization. This means the TEFL Institute has met Highfield’s expectations for developing and delivering high quality courses in the TEFL industry. Every year, Highfield maintains evaluation visits to ensure we are consistently meeting the high standards with our training.

ODLQC – OPEN & DISTANCE LEARNING QUALITY COUNCIL
ODLQC was founded in 1969 as the Council for the Accreditation of Correspondence Colleges, becoming the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council in 1995.Accreditation follows a rigorous assessment of a provider’s administrative and tutorial methods, educational materials and publicity, to ensure that all Standards are met. Our courses undergo strict external monitoring and control checks an on ongoing basis to ensure you receive the highest quality teacher training experience.
View the TEFL Institute’s verification on ODLQC website.
Who Can Take This Course?
A person who:
✔️ is an aspiring Au Pairs, looking to work as an au pair in a foreign country while teaching English to the children they care for.
✔️ is a native or fluent English speaker
✔️ is interested in teaching English online & in non-native English speaking countries
✔️ is over 17 yrs old and would like a professional qualification
✔️ wants to be get qualified quickly & start teaching in a month
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Course Modules Explained:
Module 0 | Lesson 1: Introduction to Becoming an Au Pair
- Discover what it truly means to be an au pair.
- Learn the definition of an au pair and explore the cultural exchange central to the role.
- Understand the day-to-day responsibilities within a host family.
- Gain insights into the personal and professional growth opportunities as an au pair.
- Reflect on your motivations for pursuing this journey.
- Determine whether becoming an au pair aligns with your goals and expectations.
- Discover what it truly means to be an au pair.
- Learn the definition of an au pair and explore the cultural exchange central to the role.
- Understand the day-to-day responsibilities within a host family.
- Gain insights into the personal and professional growth opportunities as an au pair.
- Reflect on your motivations for pursuing this journey.
- Determine whether becoming an au pair aligns with your goals and expectations.
Module 0 | Lesson 2: Working as an Au Pair
- Discover what it truly means to be an au pair.
- Learn the definition of an au pair and explore the cultural exchange central to the role.
- Understand the day-to-day responsibilities within a host family.
- Gain insights into the personal and professional growth opportunities as an au pair.
- Reflect on your motivations for pursuing this journey.
- Determine whether becoming an au pair aligns with your goals and expectations.
- Discover what it truly means to be an au pair.
- Learn the definition of an au pair and explore the cultural exchange central to the role.
- Understand the day-to-day responsibilities within a host family.
- Gain insights into the personal and professional growth opportunities as an au pair.
- Reflect on your motivations for pursuing this journey.
- Determine whether becoming an au pair aligns with your goals and expectations.
Module 0 | Lesson 3: Choosing a Destination
- Explore popular au pair destinations and their specific requirements.
- Learn about cultural expectations in different locations.
- Align your personal goals and preferences with the right destination.
- Weigh the pros and cons of various countries to make an informed decision.
- Ensure that you choose a destination that suits you perfectly.
- Explore popular au pair destinations and their specific requirements.
- Learn about cultural expectations in different locations.
- Align your personal goals and preferences with the right destination.
- Weigh the pros and cons of various countries to make an informed decision.
- Ensure that you choose a destination that suits you perfectly.
Module 0 | Lesson 4: Finding Au Pair Opportunities
- Explore top websites and agencies for finding au pair opportunities.
- Learn how to assess potential host families for compatibility.
- Understand the importance of contracts and clear agreements.
- Receive tips on staying safe online during your search.
- Equip yourself with the tools to confidently secure the ideal au pair position.
- Explore top websites and agencies for finding au pair opportunities.
- Learn how to assess potential host families for compatibility.
- Understand the importance of contracts and clear agreements.
- Receive tips on staying safe online during your search.
- Equip yourself with the tools to confidently secure the ideal au pair position.
120 Hour - Module 1
Module 1: Introduction to TEFL and the English Language
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understanding your students’ motivations and needs for studying English.
- Learn all about historic and modern TEFL teaching methodologies.
- Recognise different learner levels using the CEFR scale.
Module 1: Introduction to TEFL and the English Language
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understanding your students’ motivations and needs for studying English.
- Learn all about historic and modern TEFL teaching methodologies.
- Recognise different learner levels using the CEFR scale.
120 Hour - Module 2
Module 2: The Role of the Teacher
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand the “role” teachers play in the TEFL classroom.
- Know how to carry out successful classroom management.
- Learn about errors and error correction techniques.
- Understand your learners’ needs and how to effectively meet them.
Module 2: The Role of the Teacher
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand the “role” teachers play in the TEFL classroom.
- Know how to carry out successful classroom management.
- Learn about errors and error correction techniques.
- Understand your learners’ needs and how to effectively meet them.
120 Hour - Module 3
Module 3: Teaching Grammar
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn the basic concepts involved in English grammar and how to teach it.
- Develop a great understanding of different approaches to teaching grammar.
- Understand how to apply various TEFL concepts in order to deliver excellent grammar lessons.
Module 3: Teaching Grammar
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn the basic concepts involved in English grammar and how to teach it.
- Develop a great understanding of different approaches to teaching grammar.
- Understand how to apply various TEFL concepts in order to deliver excellent grammar lessons.
120 Hour - Module 4
Module 4: Teaching Vocabulary
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand what it means to “know” a word, how to group lexis, and the various features of vocabulary.
- Learn how students acquire language in their first and second languages.
- Develop practical vocabulary teaching methods and strategies.
- Learn how to apply activities to teach vocabulary to your learners.
Module 4: Teaching Vocabulary
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand what it means to “know” a word, how to group lexis, and the various features of vocabulary.
- Learn how students acquire language in their first and second languages.
- Develop practical vocabulary teaching methods and strategies.
- Learn how to apply activities to teach vocabulary to your learners.
120 Hour - Module 5
Module 5: Teaching Receptive Skills (Reading & Listening)
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn about reading and listening skills, including understanding all about “assumptions” and “schemata”.
- Develop a great understanding of reading and listening activities, materials, and authentic resources.
- Learn how to structure a successful receptive skills lesson.
Module 5: Teaching Receptive Skills (Reading & Listening)
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn about reading and listening skills, including understanding all about “assumptions” and “schemata”.
- Develop a great understanding of reading and listening activities, materials, and authentic resources.
- Learn how to structure a successful receptive skills lesson.
120 Hour - Module 6
Module 6: Teaching Productive Skills (Writing & Speaking)
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn about effective speaking communication skills, as well as writing skills.
- Understand various speaking and writing activities and materials that you can use in your classes.
- Develop a deeper understanding of how skills can help learners to improve their language.
Module 6: Teaching Productive Skills (Writing & Speaking)
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn about effective speaking communication skills, as well as writing skills.
- Understand various speaking and writing activities and materials that you can use in your classes.
- Develop a deeper understanding of how skills can help learners to improve their language.
120 Hour - Module 7
Module 7: How to Teach Pronunciation and Phonology
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand common phonological concepts such as the features of pronunciation, accents, and challenges learners face.
- Know how to teach articulation for better pronunciation.
- Understand phonetics, word stress and features of connected speech.
- Apply phonology and pronunciation techniques to your TEFL classroom.
Module 7: How to Teach Pronunciation and Phonology
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand common phonological concepts such as the features of pronunciation, accents, and challenges learners face.
- Know how to teach articulation for better pronunciation.
- Understand phonetics, word stress and features of connected speech.
- Apply phonology and pronunciation techniques to your TEFL classroom.
120 Hour - Module 8
Module 8: Lesson Planning
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn how to create excellent formal and informal lesson plans.
- Understand different lesson plan approaches, including systems (PPP for vocabulary and grammar) and skills.
- Begin to develop a repository of useful resources and tools for lesson planning.
Module 8: Lesson Planning
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn how to create excellent formal and informal lesson plans.
- Understand different lesson plan approaches, including systems (PPP for vocabulary and grammar) and skills.
- Begin to develop a repository of useful resources and tools for lesson planning.
120 Hour - Module 9
Module 9: Teaching Young Learners, Testing, Exams, and Business English
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand how to teach English to young learners effectively.
- Understand concepts related to testing in the TEFL classroom.
- Know how to teach English for exams, including common examinations such as IELTS and Cambridge.
- Learn how to deliver excellent Business English lessons to professional students.
Module 9: Teaching Young Learners, Testing, Exams, and Business English
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand how to teach English to young learners effectively.
- Understand concepts related to testing in the TEFL classroom.
- Know how to teach English for exams, including common examinations such as IELTS and Cambridge.
- Learn how to deliver excellent Business English lessons to professional students.
120 Hour - Module 10
Module 10: From Course to Classroom
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn how to write an excellent TEFL resume.
- Know how to search for TEFL jobs online.
- Start building your own personal resource bank that you can use when you begin your TEFL career.
- Learn about the importance of continuous professional development as a TEFL teacher.
Module 10: From Course to Classroom
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn how to write an excellent TEFL resume.
- Know how to search for TEFL jobs online.
- Start building your own personal resource bank that you can use when you begin your TEFL career.
- Learn about the importance of continuous professional development as a TEFL teacher.