How To Teach English From Home

  Whether you prefer the privacy of your own apartment, the cost effectiveness of house sharing, or the home comforts of living with a host family, there are likely to be several options to choose from wherever you intend teaching English abroad.  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TEFL And Celta 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: J.B. - South Africa said: Child developmentOne of the many challenges facing South African teachers is cultural diversity in the classroom. Many english schools are acquiring students who come from non-english speaking homes, but who expect to be taught english as a first language. In a mixed classroom this can pose a problem, as some children are native english speakers while others never speak english at home and are not exposed to english Literacy. According to the Centre for Applied Linguistics (Hukuta &...  [Read more]

Deciding to leave your old life behind and head overseas to teach English is a big move to make and one that can come with a few issues. One that many people encounter is how to stay in regular contact with friends and family. However old and independent you might be, the people you leave behind are likely to have some concerns and it certainly helps them and yourself if you are able to keep everyone informed of your experiences. While it is easy to make excuses and pass the buck, it ultimately is down to you to maintain relationships while you are teaching English abroad. The people you leave behind will have little understanding of the time difference, or your new work schedule, which means it is up to you to find the best time to make a phone or webcam call and to make the necessary...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Arizona? Are you interested in teaching English in Geronimo Estates, Arizona? Check out our opportunities in Geronimo Estates, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit was very useful in determining how best to teach vocabulary and grammar. It was also a very helpful review of the ESA structure, including reviews on patchwork and...  [Read more]

  The second conditional is used when speaking about dreams, fantasies and hypothetical situations. This video is specifically aimed at teaching the second conditional in an ESL setting. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. In lesson of troubleshooting we learned about common problem situations. We learned how to approach first lesson, we learned about warmers we can use, we learned about how to teach different groups of learners, how to teach...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Dates Quick 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: W.Y. - Taiwan said: It is nice to have the convenience of conducting the lessons in the privacy of one’s home. The six months time frame to complete the units isn’t too bad. It has been quite a while that I have attended a learning institution and have forgotten most of the terminology and grammar structures. There are tremendous amount of information that this course contains. The worksheets are well written and it is a little embarrassing to say that I had to re-re-read the units to complete my tasks. ...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Rates Legit 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.L.R. - Spain said: I have gained a lot in confidence. I have learnt that being a good teacher does not depend on your personality, but in how you plan your lessons and how you use different activities to make the lessons fun and attractive. I have also learned that teaching business english is not a question of having a lot of knowledge in e.g. economics, politics, etc. I think I made the right choice when I decided to do the course including grammar, because it gave me the opportunity to review what I learnt a...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Free State? Are you interested in teaching English in Arlington, Free State? Check out our opportunities in Arlington, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! For me, attitude towards the topic and the students has a profound effect in the success of the lesson. Being a teacher, I always try to build connection first from my student...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Northern Cape? Are you interested in teaching English in Britstown, Northern Cape? Check out our opportunities in Britstown, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Managing a class looks very challenger because you will be alone with all the responsibility to provide the knowledge every student expected to get from you and at same time,...  [Read more]

Being interviewed for a TEFL related position is much like any other interview situation; it can be an intimidating prospect. However, if you do your homework and prepare for some general questions in advance, you can remove a great deal of worry from the whole process. Unfortunately you cannot predict exactly how any interview will unfold but most will include a similar range of questions that are aimed at assessing your suitability for joining the existing workforce. The employer will certainly want to form an impression of who you are as a person, so expect questions such as: What do you like to do in your spare time? What are your strengths and weaknesses? Where do you see yourself in five years? If the job is outside of your home country you can also expect some questions...  [Read more]

Many fully certified teachers choose to teach abroad rather than stay in their home country. Some newly qualified teachers may find it difficult to find suitable employment, so they travel abroad to obtain useful classroom experience, while others may simply be looking for something different. Whatever your motivation, teaching is one of the few professions that allows you to develop your skills and knowledge, gain experience, and increase your employability while traveling the world and seeking out new countries and cultures. If you believe this is the right path for you, the next step is to consider how you will differentiate your CV/resume when applying for the best opportunities in the most exciting locations. A TEFL certificate is required in many cases, even for qualified teachers....  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Maine? Are you interested in teaching English in Lovell, Maine? Check out our opportunities in Lovell, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit reviewed the differences between authentic and created materials for lesson plans, while also discussing usage of course books and the advantages and disadvantages of using these. Many of the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Courses TEFL Centre 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: Foreign Language ExpereineceI have always been interested in the former u.s.. It might be because when I was young the US and the u.s. were right at the height of the cold war. In school I enjoyed geography very much and was fascinated to read about the many different places and people around the world. The u.s. was a great unknown and was to remain that way for some time. However, with the break-up of the u.s. in the 90’s a new door was opened to me. One evening, while...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Maine? Are you interested in teaching English in Westfield, Maine? Check out our opportunities in Westfield, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit certainly grounded the idea of knowing the student or students. It clear that one student will be different from another, likewise groups and culture. As I have been a practicing teacher in...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Recognised TEFL Language 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.S. - South Korea said: Options for TeachersWith Western and European economies not being as stable as they have been in the past, teachers are looking at different employment options. Often, such options lead teachers, whether experienced or inexperienced, to teach their native language, english, abroad. Having been stuck in a slow economy post university graduation, I looked at my options outside of my home country pertaining to how I could extend my experiences beyond my home boundaries. Never having...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in California? Are you interested in teaching English in Rio Vista, California? Check out our opportunities in Rio Vista, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! I learned about 5 different speaking activities: 1. Creative Communication – Describe and Draw This activity is done in pairs, A and B. Each student has a different picture....  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Oregon? Are you interested in teaching English in Cornucopia, Oregon? Check out our opportunities in Cornucopia, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Finally, only 9 days left, I have almost finished study of the course after 6-month time. Even I am busy working, love for English can not stop me learning everyday. I seem reading course...  [Read more]

  Absolutely YES! Large numbers of non-native English speakers complete our TEFL courses each year and go on to have successful careers teaching English either in their home country or further afield. In order to successfully complete the course you will need to demonstrate a high standard of English, but it is certainly not a barrier that will stop you from becoming a fully qualified EFL teacher. In many cases being a non-native English speaker can actually be an advantage in the classroom as you have already been through the same experience that your students are currently facing. This can help to build a good rapport between the students and the teacher as they are often less afraid of making mistakes in this situation. It can also provide the students with a real incentive to...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in West Virginia? Are you interested in teaching English in Beckley, West Virginia? Check out our opportunities in Beckley, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! The video lessons,were interesting as we compared two different videos,the relationship between the teacher and the students which shall be discussed briefly. First among other key points...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Vermont? Are you interested in teaching English in North Hero, Vermont? Check out our opportunities in North Hero, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! As the last lesson, appropriately, this unit focuses on establishing a comfortable learning environment--one in which the teacher and students are on the same team, working together to...  [Read more]

  The ITTT YouTube channel is home to a vast number of informative videos covering all aspects of the TEFL world. Login and you will have access to over 2,000 videos, many of which are focused on our range of TEFL courses and reviews from our course graduates. You can also check out our videos on teaching ideas, lesson planning, English grammar, and tips on classroom management. Another section covers worldwide teaching destinations with ideas on how to make the most of your time living and working overseas. Our video collection is constantly growing, with fresh and informative content added regularly to ensure you are always ahead of the game before, during, and after your TEFL course. Wherever you are on your own TEFL journey, visit our video section to find answers to all your...  [Read more]

  One of the main advantages of an online TEFL certification course is that it can be taken from anywhere in the world, providing you have an internet connection and a device to run it on. Even if you suffer from bad internet or do not have regular online access, you can simply download the course materials to your device and work offline or print them out and study anywhere you prefer. You can complete all your study on a home PC or you can choose to work with a laptop, tablet, or smartphone in any location. If you like flexibility, then our online TEFL courses are perfect for you. When and how much you study is also entirely up to you, as there are no set timetables or any specific times when you need to be online. This is particularly important as our trainees are spread all over...  [Read more]

  If you want to teach English as a foreign language, it is important to make sure you are as well prepared as you can possibly be before entering a classroom. It is equally important to have a good understanding of the country and culture you are hoping to make your home while you are teaching. Below we look at some important aspects of etiquette in different countries in Europe. As with most countries English language teachers are expected to dress professionally in Europe, perhaps even more formally than in some hotter parts of the world. While many aspects of behavior and etiquette may seem quite similar, each country has its own particular quirks that should be understood by a visitor. SWITZERLAND Manners/ Behaviour Good posture is important in Switzerland so you should...  [Read more]

Whether you are just looking to earn some extra cash during a gap-year or are planning a more serious move into the world of education, teaching English as a foreign language has many benefits. The demand for TEFL qualified teachers is continually growing in many parts of the world and opportunities for making teaching a career are abundant. Also, if you decide that it is time to head back home, there are many directions in which your overseas teaching experience can take you. Although for many TEFL course graduates the aim is to head overseas to experience living and working in a foreign culture, it is not the only option. Plenty of people use their teaching qualification within their home country as increasing levels of immigration have led to a rapid increase in demand for ESL...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our series on the past tenses in English. In this video, we take a look at the past continuous tense and how it is formed and used. This tense is used to indicate that a certain action was in progress at a particular time in the past. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. I've never learned about what a good teacher is and their various jobs. I was always in the position of \"learner\" and learning about what a good teacher is...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Pennsylvania? Are you interested in teaching English in New Galilee, Pennsylvania? Check out our opportunities in New Galilee, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! I learned from this unit how to introduce new vocabulary, grammatical structures, and language functions. In addition to learning how to introduce new vocabulary, we learned the...  [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]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Nebraska? Are you interested in teaching English in Homer, Nebraska? Check out our opportunities in Homer, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! In this unit I learned about various methods of communicating to students , not only verbal , butt also things like how to use gesture and eye contact. I learned about different ways of arranging the...  [Read more]

Vietnam is one of several booming destinations for teaching English in Southeast Asia. In recent years the demand for teachers has grown enormously and the salaries on offer have also improved due to increased competition among schools looking to employ the best teachers. Teachers who have spent time in Vietnam overwhelming say it is a great place to live and work, so if you want to find out for yourself, how do you go about it? In order to get a work permit to teach English legally in Vietnam you will need to be a native English speaker with a bachelor’s degree. Many employers will also insist on a TEFL/TESOL certificate of at least 120-hours duration. Some jobs at the top end of the pay scale will also require some level of classroom experience, although these are relatively small in...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Texas? Are you interested in teaching English in Pinehurst, Texas? Check out our opportunities in Pinehurst, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! UNIT 11 – TEACHING RECEPTIVE SKILLS This lesson talks about teaching receptive skills (reading and listening), and is quite short but has useful resources. It describes the two main reasons why we...  [Read more]