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  As with any job, interviewing for a TEFL position can be a daunting experience for new and experienced teachers alike. However, with a bit of advanced planning there should be nothing to worry about.  [Read more]

Job interviews are notorious for causing anxiety, but if you know what to expect and you prepare accordingly you should find they are not as bad as you are expecting. The essential nature of any interview is to show that you are confident in your teaching ability, keen to get started, and able to fit into the existing workforce. By doing some research and planning in advance, you should be able to demonstrate all of this and land the job on the spot. The worldwide market for teaching English abroad covers dozens of countries and many types of employer. In some situations it is normal to complete the recruitment process before leaving home, including an interview conducted via Skype or phone. However, in many of the most popular destinations employers prefer to recruit their teachers...  [Read more]

  All of our online TEFL courses come with the support and guidance of an online tutor. From start to finish you will have access to a professional tutor whose one and only focus is to guide you towards successful completion of your training. Throughout your training the tutor will be available to answer any questions you have and to steer you towards successful completion of your chosen course. To maintain the highest standards for all our trainees we only hire teacher trainers who have extensive experience of life in an international English language classroom. Every one of them has taught English in different environments and has several years of working in foreign countries under their belts. They also possess a range of high-level teaching qualifications. Our tutored courses...  [Read more]

  Although some employers insist on prior experience, due to a high demand in many countries there is no shortage of positions for first time teachers. By completing a TEFL course before going overseas you will learn all the skills and knowledge you need to get started as an ESL teacher.  [Read more]

  One of the ways we ensure our trainees have the best training experience possible is by only employing staff members who have experience of taking a TEFL course and working as an EFL teacher overseas. This is true of all our in-class and online TEFL course tutors, as well as our pre-course advisors and post-course support team. It is normal to find choosing an initial training course a little daunting, which is why we have a team of experts ready to offer all the advice and assistance you need to make the right choice to suit your plans. Once you have chosen the right course for you, you will be able to rely on our highly-experienced and qualified trainers. Whether your course is online or in-class, your tutor will be there to guide you over every hurdle and to ensure you reach a...  [Read more]

Our 120-hour online TEFL certificate course is a popular option as it provides you with high-quality course materials and results in an online TEFL certificate that is recognized and accepted worldwide. Another reason for its popularity is the fact that you are able to work through the course at whatever pace suits your personal circumstances and learning style. You will also have access to our unique career support service for the length of your teaching career. Once you have completed the application process for the 120-hour course, we will send you an email containing the details you will need to log-in to your personal, restricted area of our online training course system. From this area you will be able to access the course materials which you can either study online or download to...  [Read more]

Due to a government backed scheme to improve English language proficiency across the country, Vietnam has seen a boom in ESL teaching jobs in recent years. As well as having plenty of teaching positions, Vietnam also offers a great mix of cosmopolitan cities, laidback beach resorts, and lush tropical countryside. The relaxed way of life is another reason why an increasing number of teachers are deciding to move here, particularly those who are used to working in other Asian countries with a more strict approach to life and work such as South Korea, China, and Japan. With so much in its favour it is no surprise that Vietnam is currently one of the fastest growing destinations in the world for teaching English abroad. The average salary for ESL teachers in Vietnam is around $1,000 USD...  [Read more]

  There are always plenty of job opportunities for first time and experienced teachers in towns and cities across Italy. However, long term visas are not easy to secure for some nationalities so applying for a student visa before leaving home might be a good option.  [Read more]

  Whether you are an experienced teacher or are looking for your first classroom position, Vietnam offers an abundance of jobs, a low cost of living, and a famously relaxed attitude to life. Depending on experience you can expect to earn between $1,000 and $2,000 USD per month.  [Read more]

It is possible and even routine for TEFL course graduates to start a new career teaching English online without any previous classroom experience. Due to a huge demand for online English language teachers that is set to grow year-on-year, it is perfectly normal to set foot into a virtual classroom as a teacher despite having never worked in any kind of teaching role before. As an online English teacher, students from all over the world will want to connect with you and knowing their native language is in no way necessary. As with most English language classrooms, online teachers teach their students using a method known as total immersion. This teaching methodology simply implies that no other language other than English is used between the teacher and the student for the duration of...  [Read more]

The simple answer is no, you do not need to have any knowledge or experience of languages other than English to take a TEFL course or to become an EFL teacher. The ability to speak other languages is not required as the vast majority of TEFL classrooms around the world rely on the communicative approach to English teaching that specifies that English is the only language used in the classroom. In multilingual classrooms where the students could have a dozen or more different first languages, being able to communicate in one or two of them would obviously be of no particular advantage. In monolingual classrooms you may also find that students are more inclined to revert to their mother tongue during the lesson if they are aware that the teacher can understand what is being said....  [Read more]

  Brazil is an exotic and adventurous destination that offers plenty of great experiences for TEFL qualified teachers. Jobs are widespread, although the average wage is not particularly high at between $800 and $1,500 USD per month. Salaries at the upper end of the scale will allow for a very comfortable lifestyle.  [Read more]

Volunteer English teaching has been an important part of the TEFL world for many years, with countless schemes operating in many parts of the world. Most of these opportunities are located in developing countries where access to affordable language lessons is not widespread and where people often see improving their English as a clear path towards better jobs and a better future for them and their families. However, while these schemes provide a very valuable service, there are now increasing numbers of online volunteer based teaching platforms that are able to provide help to even more people worldwide. There are many individual reasons for wanting to offer your services as an online volunteer English teacher. For many people the reward of helping someone in need and seeing them make...  [Read more]

Congratulations if you have recently completed a TEFL certification course and are now looking for that all important first teaching position. As learning English is commonplace in the majority of countries around the world, qualified TEFL teachers rarely find it difficult to secure a good job. However, the level of demand can vary greatly from one place to the next, which also means the level of requirements can vary. What is required in one country might be completely different to the requirements in its immediate neighbor. As mentioned above, the demand for qualified TEFL teachers varies considerably and can have a big effect on where you might end up working in your first teaching position. Certain countries also have stricter rules and regulations than others, as do individual...  [Read more]

  Having some knowledge of the local language may provide a more fulfilling experience when teaching English abroad, but it is not necessary in order to be an effective teacher. At ITTT we provide TEFL courses based on the principle that English is the only language used during lessons.  [Read more]

Yes, you can start a new career teaching English abroad without any form of teaching experience. Due to a huge demand for English language teachers in countries all over the world, tens of thousands of English speakers head overseas every year to work in a variety of different classrooms. Of this number, approximately 90% will have never worked in any kind of teaching role before. Wherever you find yourself living and working as an English language teacher, you will most likely teach your students using a method known as total immersion, whereby no other language is used in the classroom besides English. As most learners are not in a position to move to an English speaking country in order to be surrounded by the language, it is the teacher's job to bring this immersion to the student...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about University TEFL Teacher and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Y.S. - U.S.A. said: Vocabulary Building Strategies for Asian StudentsOne of the challenges L2 learners face while learning a second language is to build a strong vocabulary inventory to enable them understand different topics and discussions. For Asian students learning english, the challenge can be greater due to many cultural and system differences, and the lack of equivalencies via translation. Wang and Martin (2002) argued that students construct meaning based on their previous learning and experience,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Dates TEFL Teacher and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: S.H. - Taiwan said: Discipline in the ClassroomThere is no “perfect” classroom setting in which to teach english, and there are neither perfect students nor teachers. Every aspect of the learning experience is affected by certain levels of discipline. The most dedicated student will, at times, require a bit of a push. The best of teachers must still define their expectations before they can expect students to fulfill all of their requirements. Students may require discipline for a variety of reasons,...  [Read more]

As the largest country in Latin America, Brazil has a wide range of opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. The demand for teachers is high in major cities and popular tourist destinations thanks to a rapidly growing tourism industry and a booming economy. If you choose Brazil as your location for teaching English abroad you can enjoy some of the very best beaches in the world, a warm tropical climate, a vibrant nightlife, and an amazing array of natural wonders. English teachers generally choose to live and work in Brazil for the lifestyle rather than the salaries. However, while you won’t get rich teaching here you should be able to earn enough to cover all your expenses and to enjoy a comfortable life away from the classroom. The average monthly income for TEFL qualified teachers...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TEFL Teacher Course and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: P.C. - U.S.A. said: english as a Global LanguageEnglish as a global lingua Franca is becoming increasingly apparent. There is more demand now than ever before for english teachers in every corner of the world. While this expansion of the english speaking world is not in itself a negative thing, I believe that there are unnoticed and detrimental side effects to the fetish for english language aptitude. One of these problems is embodied in the strict requirements for TOEFL and other similar english language...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Lesson TEFL Teachers and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: L.C. - Philippines said: Teaching Productive Skills The key difference between receptive skills and productive skills is their desired learning outcomes. According to lecturer David Boesch from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, the learning outcome of the receptive skills, reading and listening, is understanding while the learning outcome of the productive skills, speaking and writing, is “to do something, such as talk about something or learn about others.” In other words, productive skills enable...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Distance TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: S.H. - U.S.A. said: Learning teaching skillsBecoming an effective teacher begins with learning quality teaching skills. That begins with researching the attributes and technical skills of great teachers as well as spending time observing them in a classroom setting. Regardless of the subject and whether entrusted with the education of a few or many, being a teacher is an incredibly important role that can have a major impact on the lives of the students in a teachers tutelage. Teaching english as a foreign language...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Courses TEFL Colleges and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: S.C. - U.S.A. said: Problems for learners of english in ChinaI am sure that volumes could be written about the problems EFL students face while learning this difficult language. I’ve chosen the three most common areas of difficulty for Mandarin speaking chinese students: pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary to write about. Each one could be a research article of its own but I’ve tried to briefly describe some of the more common problems I am likely to encounter while teaching in china. Pronunciation...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Programs TEFL English and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: M.U. - U.S.A. said: Why complete a TEFL course It is a general consensus that english language is the most widely spoken language in the world and wildly learned by many people as a second language. In recent years there has been a surge in rise in the number of people who show interest in the study of the language for various purposes and this has resulted in high demand for teachers of english to non-native speakers all over the world. This article outlines the need for teachers of english language to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Organizations TEFL Online and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: M. K. - Macedonia said: Personally I gained a lot from this course. I learned a great deal of english language which I have forgotten, and also a lot of teaching skills which I will apply for sure in the future. I am planning to use this certificate in order to teach english in a foreign country, more precisely in China. Overall I think that this course was very well structured and covered all of the areas which every teacher need to know before he/she starts to teach. Personally I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about University Celta TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: T.K. - U.S.A. said: The Case For Making english as a Second Language a Requirement for U S EducatorsAccording to Education Week (2011), a dramatic growth has taken place in the united states regarding the number of english-language learners (ELLs) throughout the first decade of the 21st century. From 1997 through 2009, ELLs increased from 3.5 million to 5.3 million. The increase poses unique challenges to educators, many who are not qualified to teach ELLs. Research suggests the population lacks adequate...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Organisations Accredited TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: M. W. - U.S.A. said: Business EnglishI originally decided to take this course as a means of ultimately teaching business english. Most of the students that I tutor one-on-one are grad students from Taiwan or China. They all wish to hone their english skills while they are in school to sharpen their edge in getting jobs here in America after their graduation. Many of the tutees I practice conversational english with eventually wish to work up to business english so that we can practice resume...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Training Courses TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: S.C. - South Africa said: Teaching VocabularyVocabulary is extremely useful to students, especially during the early stages when students are motivated to learn the basic words they need to get by with the english language. A learner’s vocabulary is made up of receptive vocabulary – these are words the student knows but doesn’t use, and their productive vocabulary – these are words the student knows and uses. Their receptive vocabulary is much larger than their productive vocabulary; the students can...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Rates Legitimate TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: A.B. - U.S.A. said: Teacher Self-AnalysisThe importance of teacher self-analysis is a vital component to ensure a dynamic and successful learning environment. In addition, this tool should be utilized by professional educators to assess his/her aptitude, techniques, and motivation to successfully impart education and culture to his/her students. According to the Pittsburgh Rise Teacher Evaluation Rubric, there are four domains, which should be addressed when evaluating the professional educators’...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Flexible TEFL Centers and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: S.N. - U.S.A. said: British vs American EnglishLearners of english will inevitably adopt the english which their teachers are familiar with. The teacher may either use British or American english to teach their students. There are some differences between that two that could confuse students. The main difference between British and American english is in word choice, vocabulary, and spelling. Here, I will speak of some of the differences between the two. One of the differences is in how particular words...  [Read more]