American English Teacher

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Top 10 Cities in Latin America with the Highest Demand for English Language Teachers While you are not likely to find the highest salaries in this region, teachers moving to Latin America to teach English are predominantly attracted by the continents cultural richness and varied landscapes. Whether you see yourself exploring the Andes in Chile or the rainforests of Costa Rica, here are the top 10 cities in Latin America with the highest demand for English language teachers. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Buenos Aires - La Reina del Plata San José - The Big Pineapple Santiago - Gem of Latin America Lima - The City of Kings Bogotá - The Rising Star in Latin America Mexico City - The City of Palaces Rio De Janeiro - The...  [Read more]

English Teacher- American School 2024/25 Date posted:2024-03-31 | Writer: El Alsson American International School NEW GIZA | Email: [email protected] We are looking for an inspiring and enthusiastic English Teacher to join our American School Team from 1st of September 2024. Experience of teaching US-style curriculum or IB is advantageous for this role, though not a requirement. We are looking for a professional who will join our team, adding value through positive interactions, working collaboratively with students, staff and families, and bringing a positive solutions-focused approach, in order to facilitate excellent progress. You will need: A Teaching qualification that meets the requirements of your home-country (B.Ed, PGCE, State/Provincial Teaching Certification, GDE etc.)...  [Read more]

Teach English in Japan- Various Locations. Date posted:2008-07-20 | Writer: International Bridge / American Language School | Email: [email protected] American Language School / International Bridge, a company with a reputation for being serious about education and teacher support for over 25 years is currently hiring native English speaking TEFL Teachers for the following teaching positions/locations: 1. Kimitsu City , Chiba Prefecture (residential). Start date: July 15th. American ***Female Candidates preferred. Work Schedule is from Tuesday to Saturday. 2. Tomioka City, Gunma Prefecture (rural). TWO positions. Start date: July 15th. ***Female Candidates preferred. Work Schedule is from Monday to Friday; 3. Narita City, Chiba Prefecture. Assistant Language Teacher (ALT). Start...  [Read more]

Mon, 13 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Teachers Need to Be Careful with British English and American English Learning English is very difficult, there are many various grammatical and spelling differences between the English spoken throughout the world. Most notably is British and American English grammar. There are also differences in the pronunciation and meanings of many words. While you would think learning English would be a simple task, it is not, after all how different can English be from English? There are a few additional factors - Canadian, Australian, South African, Indian English, etc. have their own differences, these are differences that must be taken into consideration while you study the English Language. Table of Contents Why Learners Have to...  [Read more]

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reasons Why TEFL Teachers Need to Know British English and American English English is a demanding language because there are so many regional English words and pronunciations which require a great receptive skill to receive and understand for example can't in the UK is pronounced |kɑːnt|and in the US is pronounced |kænt |. The same English language, it is spoken quite differently; in the UK there is different pronunciation between the English spoken in Glasgow, London or Cardiff. It is also different in countries that have it as a primary language, such as Ghana, South Africa, Nigeria, and New Zealand. For EFL students, Listening becomes a bit of a challenge, because of these pronunciation differences. Table of Contents...  [Read more]

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences An Australian Amongst American Textbooks in Japan: ✅ Teaching in a Country that Values American English Assistant Language Teachers in Japan come from different countries worldwide, bringing different kinds of English with them. In my experience, American English is often the most sought-after version of English. Some countries highly value Language Teachers from the USA, which often matches their American-style textbooks and resources. Sometimes people are even overlooked for job opportunities due to their Australian accent and British English background. Well, Japan is no different in this regard. Many Japanese schools hold American English in high regard, so what is it like being an Australian-English...  [Read more]

High School English Teacher Date posted:2024-04-04 | Writer: The American School of Guatemala | Email: [email protected] The American School of Guatemala/Colegio Americano de Guatemala (often referred to as CAG) was founded in 1945 and is an independent, non-profit, non-denominational, college-preparatory institution that offers a rigorous academic program modelled after the best educational practices and methodologies of the United States of America. With enrollment of approximately 1,770 students, the school focuses on continuity in a P-12 one-school model, committed to student-centred learning and community connectedness. The school seeks educators who value cultural context and find ways to innovate on the teaching and learning experience at CAG. Overview of the Position In its...  [Read more]

English Teacher Needed in Honduras Date posted:2012-01-25 | Writer: Education And Hope For Honduras | Email: [email protected] EFL teacher and administrator opportunity in Latin America. A small school in a very peaceful small rural town in Honduras is looking for someone to teach a few classes as well as gradually take over administrative responsibilities. Room and board supplied as well as a salary and opportunity to grow the salary. We are a young but growing school providing high quality education for children from Kindergarten to 6th grade. Our student teacher ratio is normally about 10 to 1In addition to the salary, if you are interested in earning extra income, you would be given the opportunity to teach evening or weekend English classes to adults, some of which would...  [Read more]

What are the main differences between American and British English? British and American English showcase several key differences that learners should be aware of: These differences underline the richness and diversity of the English language, influenced by geographical and historical contexts. Table of Contents Differences in vocabulary Differences in grammar Collective nouns Have and take Prepositions Past tense verbs Differences in spelling Differences in dates Differences in vocabulary Vocabulary discrepancies constitute a major source of confusion. Numerous words have distinct meanings in the two language versions. While teaching English, it is natural to focus on the words that make the most sense to you personally. However, it is important for students to be aware of alternative...  [Read more]

English Teachers Wanted in Honduras Date posted:2022-02-16 | Writer: Abundant Life Christian School | Email: [email protected] Abundant Life Christian Schools are looking for English Teachers who are willing to teach Literature and Grammar during the 2022 - 2023 school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the country of Honduras. Abundant Life Christian Schools seeks to serve students from all different social and economic situations in the mountains of Honduras.   We primarily search for staff for our more rural schools. These are areas that traditionally have not had access to high-quality education. Vision: Our vision is to fill Honduras and the world with a family of heavenly men and women, reliable and capable to assume responsibilities as good...  [Read more]

English Teachers Wanted in Colombia Date posted:2023-12-04 | Writer: More Than English Colombia | Email: [email protected] More Than English Colombia has earned recognition as one of the premier English learning initiatives in Colombia, endorsed by TESOL Colombia. Established in 2018, our primary mission is to provide English education to middle-class and low-income individuals who have been underserved due to the prohibitive cost of language courses and outdated teaching methods.What sets our program apart is not a sophisticated tech tool or a digital platform; it's our people. People are the lifeblood of More Than English. Our diverse team hails from all corners of the globe, leveraging their cultural insights as a powerful tool for empowerment and education.Now we are...  [Read more]

English Teachers Needed: Ibague, Colombia Date posted:2006-03-02 | Writer: Native Tongue | Email: [email protected] Native Tongue is a private English Language Institute in the city of Ibague, Colombia. Located 200 km. west of Bogot, Ibague is a city of 500, 000 inhabitants with most modern amenities. The city is situated in a valley surrounded by tropical mountains and has a climate that is near perfect, normally reaching 28 and dropping to 18 at night. Although Colombia does have some political and economic problems, safety is no more a concern than it would be in any large North American city. The people are very sociable and the city is vibrant with activity and nightlife. Native Tongue is Canadian owned and operated. The classrooms, equipment and ideas are all modern. Students...  [Read more]

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas British English vs. American English: Which Variant is More Suitable for EFL classrooms? It is clear for a lot of people that American English is a little different from British English, but why exist these differences? Many languages are spoken in all the world, and some of them have different branches, in the case of British and American English, one of the reason for having these differences, for example en the word colour for UK and color for USA is because, British English has taken the original words from French and later in America the spelling has been simplified, here is a list of words that are different in UK and USA: Table of Contents Difficult Vocabulary for Spelling Grammar Pronunciation Do you want to teach English...  [Read more]

EFL Teacher Needed in Honduras Date posted:2020-12-22 | Writer: Holy Spirit Bilingual School | Email: [email protected] IF YOU YEARN FOR A SINGULAR TEACHING EXPERIENCE ABROAD THAT WILL NOT ONLY ENHANCE YOUR LIFE, BUT THE LIVES OF THE STUDENTS YOU TEACH, LOOK NO FARTHER THAN HOLY SPIRIT BILINGUAL SCHOOL!Holy Spirit Bilingual School is a growing primary school that offers quality education in a personalized and caring environment. Four years ago my wife and I began with the dream to bring a quality bilingual institution to our happy town and within this time period, we have tripled our student enrollment.Holy Spirit Bilingual School has been dedicated to the vision of supporting and nurturing our students to help them develop a strong academic background as well as strong moral...  [Read more]

Perfect English (PE) At Perfect English (PE), our motto is “Quality Education First” and its at the core of everything we do as a school. Our founders, Jack and Janet Murray, began the school in January 2002, it was because they believed English teaching in China could be improved. As an after-school program they saw a need to offer “quality” education, using native speakers, thus providing students with access to better oral English and improved language skills. Back in 2002, English after-school programs were rarely offered by native speakers, additionally in the Chinese public schools spoken English was just a minor part of what was taught. As trained educators, the Murray’s used their background to initiate a program of: Over time this methodology has been very effective and...  [Read more]

English Teachers Wanted in Honduras Date posted:2023-05-10 | Writer: Blue Oaks Bilingual School | Email: [email protected] Come and teach in a colonial town in Latin America!Bilingual School in Cucuyagua de Copan, Honduras is looking for Full-Time Elementary teachers.Location: Cucuyagua, Copan HondurasLength of commitment: 10 months with a contract extension opportunityOur school is looking for teachers who would like to experience life in Latin America, specifically in Honduras, we are located in the western side of Honduras just an hour away from the border with Guatemala and El Salvador.Cucuyagua is a town that has grown in spirit and size but has preserved its identity and heart since colonial times, picturing a beautiful downtown where we pride on having one the top 5...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Biggest Differences Between British English and American English While both Americans and the British speak English, there are a few variations in the language which can cause some confusion for non-native speakers. Therefore, it is important to take a look at the most notable differences between these two versions of the English language. Table of Contents Spelling Grammar Pronunciation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph Bart van der K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Spelling One of the key differences in the spelling of words. British English usually has...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Principal Differences Between British English and American English For a student learning English as a second language, one thing they may notice is the difference in the accents between British English and American English, the difference is rather pronounced considering it has been less than two hundred and fifty years since the American Revolution. The American accent is likely to be more familiar to many students, thanks to many American movies from Hollywood. Table of Contents The Problem of Accents in English The History of English When it comes to spelling there are several differences Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles How and When Should a TEFL Teacher Adjust Their Teaching Style? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas No two classrooms are ever the same so it is important that a teacher is able to adjust their style to suit each individual set of students. In this post, an ITTT graduate discusses how and when to make changes to your teaching in an ESL classroom. TEFL Options - Alternatives to Working in a State School or Language Center | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark...  [Read more]

English Teachers Wanted in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador Date posted:2022-03-12 | Writer: Galapagos Language Academy | Email: [email protected] We are looking for three TEFL teachers, short term (3 months) and long term (6 months) positions for our academic year, and a Senior teacher.Full induction, support and ongoing training given.For teaching job: 30 hours weekly Monday - Friday/start date May 2nd, 2022.For teaching job: On your application state if you are applying for 3/6 months position.Details of PositionGalapagos Language Academy is located in Puerto Ayora, the town with the largest population of all the Galapagos Islands with over 15,000 residents scattered in small villages across the island. It is also home to the largest port and offers the greatest variety of...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Differences Between British English and American English, and How to Teach It How to teach the differences between American English and British English can be quite fun for the teacher and students alike. The differences are very interesting and cool to discover. I know that as an American I find it quite amusing to see what British speakers say compared to Americans. Table of Contents Biscuit or Cookie? The Differences in British and American Words Color or Colour? The Differences in Spelling Teaching Ideas for the Classroom Teachers Should Be Familiar With Both Forms of the Language Are you ready to teach English Abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 Mark Crocker Destinations The Top 5 Places to Teach English in Brazil As one of the world's largest and most populated countries, Brazil offers a wealth of opportunities for TEFL certified teachers. In recent years, the country's rapid economic development has fueled further growth in the job market with a huge increase in business-related English teaching jobs in particular. Positions can be found in all major towns and cities throughout the country, but the following 5 areas are where you will find the biggest selection of teaching jobs to choose from. Table of Contents Rio de Janeiro São Paulo Florianopolis Salvador Brasilia Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English in Brazil? Related Articles: Rio de Janeiro Rio's international fame as a...  [Read more]

Vacancies For TEFL Teacher in Ecuador Date posted:2010-07-29 | Writer: William Caxtron College | Email: [email protected] We are now looking for TEFL teachers and one highly qualified teacher for a Vice Principal position for the 2010-2011 school year! We are a large, urban private institution offering English language and content based English courses to students pre-k – high school. Our school is growing every year and we need highly motivated, flexible teachers to fill our need for native speakers in our classrooms. We are looking for individuals with the following characteristics: - Native English speaker - One year commitment - Holds an TESOL or TEFL certificate - Has completed at least one full year of University - Dynamic and responsible - A desire to learn to be a great...  [Read more]

ESL Teachers - Honduras Date posted:2024-03-21 | Writer: Western International School | Email: [email protected] ESL Teachers are required at Western International School, Santa Rosa de Copán and San Pedro Sula Requirements Original Documents (updated resume, certifications, reference letters, copy of passport, copy of social security, police records checkup, updated health certificate). TEFL/TESOL certificate preferred Proof of prior teaching experiences Preparation on how to teach ESL Students Be able to write annual, bimester and daily plannings Be able to apply differentiated instruction and evaluation to students with special needs Be open to respond students questions and doubts Be able to use technology and innovative methods in class Be willing to uphold the school philosophy and...  [Read more]

Teach English in Cebu City Date posted:2024-04-12 | Writer: You Can Teach | Email: [email protected] American English teachers required for language center in Cebu City! SALARY:  30k php/month START DATE:  ASAP! WORKING CONDITIONS:-Day shift, 8am-5pm-Work Mondays-Fridays REQUIREMENTS: -TEFL/TESOL certificate-Americans living in Cebu City Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles The Benefits of Reading English Stories to Younger Groups of ESL Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reading can be helpful in a language acquirement. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains why to use reading activities in an ESL class. The Role of the Teacher in an EFL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teacher plays an important role in any setting. However, in EFL classes teachers take even more responsibilities. Challenges for Vietnamese Students in American...  [Read more]

Qualified EFL Teachers Needed in Ecuador Date posted:2018-02-28 | Writer: Centro de Estudios Interamericanos | Email: [email protected] The Centro de Estudios Interamericanos (CEDEI), a non-profit academic institution with over 25 years of experience dedicated to the understanding of languages and cultures of the Americas, is situated in Cuenca, Ecuador. CEDEI’s English Program seeks qualified EFL teachers to begin September 2018. CEDEI has three sites in Cuenca offering English classes to more than 1,000 students with a staff of at least 50 teachers. New teachers generally start on January, April, or September of each year. Cuenca, Ecuador is located high in a valley in Ecuador's southern Andes. Cuenca is a city of more than 500,000 people and is the third largest city in the...  [Read more]

What are the main differences between American and British English? The divergence between British and American English can create confusion for English language learners and their teachers. The distinct accents alone can pose challenges in understanding, while differences in pronunciation of identical words can also be perplexing. However, the most significant difficulties often arise when the two variations use entirely different words to express the same concept, encompassing both vocabulary and grammar. Moreover, students must grapple with divergent spellings and date formats, further complicating matters. Differences in vocabulary Vocabulary discrepancies constitute a major source of confusion. Numerous words have distinct meanings in the two language versions. While teaching...  [Read more]

Some of the differences between American English and British English British and American English differs in several ways that encompass vocabulary, grammarand spelling, and a student is not wrong if they use either version. Teachers should teach the English that they themselves speak but also have an awareness of the differences between the two. If a teacher is required to teach a course book that is in a version of English different to their own, then they should teach the English used in the book. Some of the differences in vocabulary covered in this graphic are fairly well known such as ‘pavement’ (GB) and ‘sidewalk’ (US), others not so much as in the case of ‘fortnight’ (GB) and ‘two weeks’ (US). While the differences between the two...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Required in Cali, Colombia Date posted:2008-02-18 | Writer: British English | Email: [email protected] British English offers you the best of both worlds – a great opportunity to develop your teaching career and experience life in a unique and fascinating country.The British-run organisation operates two busy centres in the city of Cali and is the only school employing 100 per cent native English speaking teachers.   Resume, photo and references to:  [email protected]     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.   Register now & get...  [Read more]