Become An Esl Teacher

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Become an ESL Teacher In the world, there are many different professions that people dream of. If you ask someone to name some of them, they probably would say something like a doctor, teacher, singer, and so on. When I was a child, my dad wanted me to become a teacher. He thought that becoming a teacher was a great job. Not just him, but many other people also thought so. It has always been like that. Back then, I was too young to understand the reason. But now that I have become a teacher, I am starting to realize why my dad and everyone else liked it. Table of Contents When Do You Become a Teacher? Many Responsibilities Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles:...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles Online TEFL Courses vs. Onsite TEFL Courses | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate describes the advantages and disadvantages of online TEFL courses and onsite TEFL courses. My Personal Teaching Experience - The Different Roles of an ESL Teacher | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate shares her personal teaching experience and the different roles of an ESL teacher. The Difference In Teaching ESL vs. EFL | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences 11 Steps to Teaching Confidence in the ESL Classroom The teacher with no experience or little experience can face issues like fear of teaching, lack of confidence, or empowerment. This can happen to the experienced teacher as well, especially in the situations of changing jobs, type of the group, institution, or topics he/she is accustomed to teaching. Table of Contents To gain more confidence during your lessons there are few tips and words of advice to bear in mind: 1. The teacher is the center of the lesson. 2. Work on your special 'teacher's' voice and intonation. 3. Find an online or offline course about developing effective presentation skills. 4. Be prepared for the lesson as much as you can, try to organize your material....  [Read more]

Teacher Development Strategies for Non-Native Speakers 05/11/2021 hello everybody uh so it's liza here um i'm glad to see you joining me today uh if you guys hear and see me clearly please let me know via the chat box and today we are going to discuss a problem related to teacher development so while i am waiting for more people to join me please let me know that you hear me and see me clearly okay and um just quickly um let me introduce myself so um i am a non-native esl teacher and an itt tefl expert uh so i go live uh every week on tuesday uh and uh this live stream is provided by itttt international tefl and tesol training hello everybody yeah thanks a lot for uh letting me know that my system is working that my equipment is okay um i'm glad you are tuning in and by the way please...  [Read more]

Gianluca Costa Gianluca Raffio Costa is a passionate TEFL teacher who has found in teaching young children a completely new and satisfying world. He his a sportive person who spend most of his free time riding bike, playing squash, tennis and, football. Read my articles Life of an Expat in Hong Kong - What it's Like to Live in Asia's World City | ITTT | TEFL Blog Gianluca Costa Destinations Hong Kong is an energetic and exciting city. It is a modern metropolis with high skyscrapers, and its vast mountains make it a truly unique place. Here's what it's like as an expat in Hong Kong. Teaching English in Hong Kong: What Options Are There? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Gianluca Costa Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Hong Kong has a lot to offer if you are...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How many roles does an ESL teacher serve in the classroom? Nowadays being a teacher means more than just executing lesson plans while standing up at the front of the class giving explanations; we were used to this type of teacher when the traditional schools were "teacher-centered" so the students assumed a passive and quiet way to access the knowledge. It seemed not worked out well regarding English as a second language learning, and for this reason, most schools adopted a more "student-centered" approach in the classroom. Table of Contents Student regulates the lesson Something in between Teacher stands in front of the class Teacher organizes the students Teacher gives Individual support Teacher sets up an example Teacher gives...  [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 Classroom Management Techniques You Can Implement in Your ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Classroom management should be considered as an integral part of ESL teaching. Our TEFL graduate gives several important pieces of advice. Top Tips for Designing an Effective Lesson Plan | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Lesson planning is extremely important in an ESL classroom. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on designing lesson plans. Personal Teaching Experience - How I...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 Umber Sherjeel Destinations Alumni Experiences What is it like teaching English in Saudi Arabia? Being in the teaching field for more than a decade and having taught in Saudi Arabia for the last 7+ years, I will give some pointers about my experience here as an English Language teacher. Table of Contents A Booming Job Market Financial Aspects Fuel is cheap Multifaceted Culture Good news for English Native Speakers Tips for Teaching Arab Students Things to avoid during the lesson Duties to be fulfilled along with teaching Overall working environment Related Articles: A Booming Job Market The education industry in Saudi Arabia is very blooming. There are many international schools, colleges, and universities - and the English education field in Saudi Arabia...  [Read more]

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Q&A: Ask a Non-Native ESL Teacher   Are you a new non-native ESL teacher or have some challenges as an experienced one? Come to this live stream to chat with Liza, a non-native ESL teacher with 8 years of in-class and online teaching experience! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

The 10 Crucial Skills for ESL Teachers to Develop in 2022   ESL Teachers' Skills in 2022. Do you want to grow as an ESL professional? Then, this live stream is right for you! You will learn about ten essential things teachers should be aware of to boost their careers in 2022. Don't miss it! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How to prepare ESL students for Exams   ESL Exams: Are you an ESL teacher? Think about offering your students an exam preparation service! It is both profitable for you as a teacher and keeps your English learners motivated throughout the course. Come to this live stream to learn what you need to start preparing for exams! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Troubles Faced by Students from China When Learning English If you think of Chinese ESL students it is safe to assume that most teachers would immediately worry about how they should teach phonics to Mandarin speakers. It is also true that the media has portrayed the Chinese accent as one of the most challenging to understand or even get rid of. Table of Contents Personal Experience Phonetical Errors Grammar Challenges Problems Due to Geographical Origin of Students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Graciela G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Personal Experience Usually,...  [Read more]

What TEFL Course to Choose: Non-Native Teacher Needs Analysis   TEFL Course for a Non-Native Teacher: Are you a non-native ESL teacher at the beginning of your teaching career? Or do you have experience but want to boost your knowledge and increase an hourly rate? Then this live stream is for you. Our non-native TEFL expert will explain what course to choose based on your needs and share her career development results as an online teacher. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL...  [Read more]

Narrowing Down Your ESL Teaching Niche for Greater Profit   ESL Teaching: Are you a beginner ESL teacher willing to kick start your career or an experienced one struggling to increase your income? Then, this live stream is exactly for you! Learn why choosing a particular niche is vital and why being a Jack of all trades isn't fruitful these days. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Getting Ready for a New School Year as an Online English Teacher   Hey Online English Teacher! Are you worried about the coming school year? Then, this live stream is for you. Come to learn some tips and tricks about effective ESL teaching online. Get ready to rock! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Reasons to take an English Level Test for a Non-Native English Teacher   English Level Test: Are you a non-native English teacher willing to build a strong TEFL career? This live stream will cover the main benefits of taking IELTS or other similar language tests for your ESL teaching. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline #IELTS Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

ESL Teaching Strategy in 2022   Do you want to boost your ESL teaching this year? Do you want to increase your income? Then, come to this live stream session to learn about the most updated teaching strategies in 2022 that will help you succeed as an ESL teacher! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Giving Effective Feedback to ESL Students   ESL Feedback: Giving feedback is an essential skill for ESL teachers to master. Appropriate feedback on students' work can motivate, inspire, and establish rapport. Come to this live stream and get valuable tips from our TEFL expert Liza. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

5 Fun ESL Activities for Interactive Online Lessons   Online ESL Activities: Are you an online English teacher? Do you want your students to enjoy and have fun? Then, this live stream is for you! Our TEFL/TESOL expert, Liza, will share five interactive activities that you will be able to use at your next class. Great news that these games will suit any age group and level. Don't miss! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline 00:00-00:48 Mic was off 00:48-01:00 Intro Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now &...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Should Chinese ESL Students Have Explicit Phonetic Instruction? During nine years of teaching English as a Second language, I have discovered how important phonetics is in learning the correct pronunciation of the English language, and in fact, in any language. Derwing and Munro (2005) emphasize, "It is essential to have an accurate understanding of the target language phonological system to enhance the quality of pronunciation". Table of Contents We should look at some of the problems that L2 learners have when trying to produce accurate L1 language patterns. We also have to take into account the students. Chinese students are very reluctant to speak in a classroom setting. So what pronunciation mistakes are most common? Do you...  [Read more]

What is an ESL teacher? In the wake of globalization and a rising demand for English proficiency worldwide, ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers emerge as vital educators. They instruct English Language Learners (ELLs), individuals whose first language isn't English, aiming to elevate their spoken and written English fluency to specific standards. Table of Contents How is an ESL teacher different from a foreign language teacher? What age groups do ESL teachers work with? Where do ESL teachers work? How do I become an ESL teacher? What are the benefits of being an ESL teacher? How do I get my first job as an ESL teacher? How is an ESL teacher different from a foreign language teacher? While both teach languages, ESL educators are specialized in teaching English to...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top 10 Mistakes of an Online English Teacher Ever since online English teaching became a common means of delivering lessons, every online English teacher must strive for excellence to guarantee their students' best learning experience. Table of Contents 1. Imbalanced Lesson Planning 2. Lack of Equipment 3. Poor Lesson Design 4. Inappropriate Teaching Content Lack of Interaction and Personalized Approach Increased Teacher Talking Time Insufficient Lesson Flow Distractors Not Enough Feedback Miscommunication With Students and Parents Are you ready to teach English? Related Articles: Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this article, we will...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained The Impact of English on One's Future Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching ESL students and explains how Enlish learning experience helps in their future career building. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Drilling vs. Other Teaching Methodologies: ✅ Is it Still Effective? Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching ESL students and explains why drilling is still may take place in an ESL classroom. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Breaking The Language Barrier in ESL...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Breaking The Language Barrier in ESL Students Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching ESL students and explains how to work on their challenges in order to communicate in English well. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Top Ideas on How to Improve English Skills as a Non-Native English Teacher Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you a non-native English Teacher? ✅ Do you want to provide your students with outstanding English lessons, but sometimes you are unaware of your English Skills as a learner? This live stream is just for you! If you are a C1 level speaker, you still...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Drilling vs. Other Teaching Methodologies: ✅ Is it Still Effective? Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching ESL students and explains why drilling is still may take place in an ESL classroom. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Breaking The Language Barrier in ESL Students Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching ESL students and explains how to work on their challenges in order to communicate in English well. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Top Ideas on How to Improve...  [Read more]

What is an ESL teacher? Globalization and the increasing demand for English speaking professionals all over the world, especially in emerging regions, has brought about a new, steadily growing sector: English as a Second Language (ESL). An ESL teacher is, therefore, an educator who works with English Language Learners (ELLs) whose native language is not English. The goal of the ESL teacher is to help the students reach a certain level of fluency in English, on both a spoken and written level. How is an ESL teacher different for a foreign language teacher? ESL educators are not to be confused with foreign language teachers. ESL teachers do not share the same native language and are specifically trained to offer explanations and directed teaching methods to non-English speakers. This...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Important is the Difference Between American English and British English for EFL Learners? This summative essay will exam the importance of teaching the differences between American English and British English for EFL learners. I will examine the intention behind teaching these differences, and when these teachings should be applied, and to what effect and purpose. This essay will focus primarily on the problems of pronunciation and spelling, which are the two main differences. I am a British citizen, born and raised in London, England, and currently teach at a public high school in Tokyo. Table of Contents Spelling Challenges for Beginners and Intermediate Learners What do Students Think? Grammar Interesting Experience for...  [Read more]

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Drilling is a Common Teaching Method in an ESL Class Drilling is a teaching method used by teachers, teaching languages or other subjects, all over the world. Generally, drilling involves the teacher saying or modeling something to the class and the students repeating it. There are many ways of using the drilling method. Some teachers may use it sparingly in class while others may use the method so often it becomes the main way their students acquire new information. Table of Contents Balance My Experience Variety of Activities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Erin D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent...  [Read more]

Online ESL Tutoring in Russia from Zero to Pro   Online ESL Tutoring in Russia: Are you a native or fluent English speaker? Do you want to teach English to international students online? Russia and the CIS countries is an emerging market with great demand for TEFL certified English teachers. In this live stream, our guest speaker Andrei from https://progressme.ru/en/ will tell you about how to start your tutoring career in Russia, how to find your first students, and run your social media to get more. You'll also learn about switching between teaching one-on-one to teaching groups online and what tools to use to deliver your classes efficiently. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO...  [Read more]