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Who can do a TEFL course? Around the world there are always a huge number of EFL teaching jobs waiting to be filled which means there are potential opportunities for almost everyone. So what qualifications, background or characteristics do you require to take a TEFL course? How important is a student's attitude when taking a TEFL course? First and foremost, anyone thinking about earning their TEFL certification with ITTT needs to be enthusiastic, motivated and determined as every course requires a considerable amount of commitment in terms of both time and effort. If you are fully committed to becoming an English language teacher, either at home or abroad, then you should have little trouble successfully completing the course and becoming a qualified EFL teacher. How important are...  [Read more]

Who can do a TEFL course? Around the world there are always a huge number of EFL teaching jobs waiting to be filled which means there are potential opportunities for almost everyone. So what qualifications, background or characteristics do you require to take a TEFL course? Table of Contents How important is a student's attitude when taking a TEFL course? How important are English language skills when taking a TEFL course? How important are academic qualifications when taking a TEFL course? Are there any age restrictions when taking a TEFL course? Are there any restrictions to consider when looking for TEFL jobs? How important is a student's attitude when taking a TEFL course? First and foremost, anyone thinking about earning their TEFL certification with ITTT needs to be...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Ins and Outs of Lifelong Learning A life long learner, to me, is one who desires to learn new things based on interests, motivations, and knowledge to be gained. As one who is a certified teacher in first through eighth grades (in Louisiana, USA), possesses a master degree in education, as well as having a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a minor in Leadership and Supervision, does not mean that I know it all; far from it. In my middle school teaching days and years of teaching in higher education preparing teachers to teach, I encountered students from other culturally diverse backgrounds; yet, I did not have the basic fundamentals of teaching students whose first language was not English. This I regret. Table of...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2006-07-25 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. At the moment we require one more teacher, experienced preferred for August 19, 2006. ...  [Read more]

Teach English in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2006-12-11 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teacher to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: December 16th, 2006 Requirements:...  [Read more]

TEFL in Aden, Yemen! Date posted:2007-05-10 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organizations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We are looking to add another native English-speaking teacher to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: June 9th, 2007 Requirements: Degree + TESOL or equivalent certification,...  [Read more]

TEFL in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2007-04-10 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organizations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We are looking to add another native English-speaking teacher to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: April 28th, 2007 Requirements: Degree + TESOL or equivalent certification,...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2006-02-21 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] JOB OFFER American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: March 4th,...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Aden, Yemen Date posted:2005-11-14 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We?re expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: January 14, 2006...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Aden, Yemen Date posted:2006-01-26 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] JOB OFFER American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: February 4th,...  [Read more]

Employment teaching TEFL in Aden, Yemen Date posted:2006-01-05 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: January 21st, 2006...  [Read more]

TEFL Courses with ITTT Our 4-week, in-class TEFL courses are currently offered in over 40 locations, in approximately 30 countries across six continents. The locations of our courses meet the growing demand for TEFL Certification, and demand for English language teachers in these cities, countries and continents. The composition of the course remains the same in all our TEFL locations, while the course and accommodation fees vary slightly from course to course. For further information on each country where we offer our TEFL Course, please choose a link below to discover more. Within each country page, there are further links for specific information, which go into details regarding the location, the accommodation we offer and dates and fees. These pages, combined with other resources on...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas TEFL Perspectives for Non-Native English Speaking Teachers I have chosen this topic as I am not a native English speaker myself, and before getting into the course I wasn't sure if it was a good idea for the debate there is between native vs non-native English teachers, and for future jobs opportunities. I have been looking for a teaching opportunity for a few months and all the adverts say "native speakers only". Table of Contents Natives vs. Non-Natives Pros and Cons of Non-Native Speakers Pros and Cons of Native Speakers Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sandra P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [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 Important are Phonology and Pronunciation in the English Language Classroom? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences There are many important areas of English language teaching, including phonology and pronunciation, but how important are they? In this post, an ITTT graduate looks at these areas from his own experience in the classroom. Why Teachers Need to Complete a TEFL Certification Course Before Heading Overseas | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker TEFL...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Spanish Private Schools Date posted:2015-01-05 | Writer: Meddeas | Email: [email protected] Meddeas (Multilingual Education Development and Support), is recruiting young talents for once in a lifetime experience teaching English in Spain. This is an ideal opportunity for newly qualified TEFL graduates. Meddeas, with presence in four countries, is a leading organization specialized in giving support services to Spanish bilingual schools, providing consultancy, selecting language teachers and managing language assistant programs. Becoming an English Language Assistant in a Spanish school for one year is a unique experience that will stay with you for your entire life. As well as learning Spanish, improving your language skills, exploring a community and living a...  [Read more]

Teach English Online to Chinese Students Date posted:2017-07-27 | Writer: Likeshuo (Meten Online） | Email: [email protected] METEN ENGLISH was established in Chongqing  in 2006 with the sole purpose of offering the English language to English learners. Since then Meten English has expanded to 80 centers in 19 cities throughout China, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Foshan, Beijing, Suzhou, Xiamen, Chengdu, Chongqing and Wuhan. We currently employ over 2,000 teaching and administrative employees including 350 Foreign English teachers and 400 local Chinese English teachers. Meten English has successfully taught more than 60, 000 students since 2006. If you are a Native level EFL teacher with a good internet connection, we have opportunities for you to teach...  [Read more]

TEFL Boston Massachusetts | TEFL USA TEFL International combines premier TEFL/TESOL courses with the historic sophistication of the city of Boston. The central location of our training premises makes it convenient to travel across the city to visit all the most important attractions and more. During your training program, our experienced teacher trainers will provide you with useful feedback and assist you in every way possible to make sure you become a qualified teacher of the English language. Boston is an excellent location to take your TEFL course as it features a wide variety of exciting attractions. Many visitors especially enjoy exploring sites, such as the Pau Revere the House, Boston Harbor, the New England Aquarium, the Freedom Trail and the Faneuil Hall. Sport fans will have...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How I Was Introduced to the World of Foreign Language Teaching My interest in ESL began without the intention of becoming an ESL instructor in the first place. It was mostly born out of curiosity and interest in relocating to a foreign country which at the time (2009) was China. At the time I had been deeply contemplating a career living abroad. The contemplation came more from a cultural motivation than from a financial or career-minded motivation. Throughout my childhood and beyond, my parents were both avid travelers. Both my Mother and Father had spent considerable periods traveling in Asia, East Asia and Central Asia in particular. Table of Contents Parental Supervision Real Inspiration Chinese Experience Do you want to teach...  [Read more]

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Evaluation of Receptive Skills There are two Receptive language skills; Reading and Listening. English speaker's use both of these are used for the same two purposes, for entertainment, or to help us to achieve a particular goal. Reading and listening are not just as simple as opening your eyes or ears, each student will have different problems areas to target and understanding the received language will vary from country to country. For example, a person from England who saw the headline "Magpies destroy Red Devils" would know that the article was referring to Premier League football, and not an actual event. Table of Contents Anticipated Problems How to Work it throught? Teaching Resources Vocabulary Adjusting Own Speech Do you...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs in Germany As the most populous country in Europe with over 82 million people, TEFL jobs in Germany can be found year round and throughout the country. Obviously there is more demand for TEFL teachers in the more populous locations, but do not discount finding a position in smaller towns and even rural villages. Working conditions are favorable and the Germans willing students. The jobs listed here form a sample of typical TEFL jobs in Germany. Use the contact details to approach schools directly. If you can demonstrate an interest in German language or culture, you may find this is viewed positively. Consolidate your job search by checking online TEFL job sources frequently. Research where you would like to teach and the seek schools contact details in your chosen location....  [Read more]

Where can I get a digital nomad visa for teaching English online? For digital nomads with a TEFL qualification, teaching English online offers unparalleled freedom and flexibility compared to traditional teaching roles. Not only can instructors enjoy the convenience of working from the comfort of their home, but they also have the autonomy to dictate their work hours. Most importantly, the online nature of the job means that as long as there is a reliable internet connection, teaching can be conducted from virtually anywhere in the world. Popular destinations offering digital nomad visas for online teaching include Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Mexico, Portugal, Thailand, and Vietnam. Table of Contents Indonesia (Bali) Vietnam Colombia Georgia Croatia Estonia Thailand Portugal Costa Rica...  [Read more]

What are EFL countries? EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language, a term primarily used to depict scenarios where English is taught in countries where it isn't the dominant language. Within these countries, students often learn English for academic reasons, international travel, or personal interest, and their exposure to English might be limited mostly to classroom settings. A classic EFL example would be a classroom in Rome, where a British instructor teaches English to Italian students. Table of Contents What is the difference between EFL and ESL? Which countries offer the most opportunities for EFL teaching? EFL countries in Asia EFL countries in Europe EFL countries in Latin America EFL countries in the Middle East What is the difference between EFL and ESL? EFL and ESL are both...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Spain (5) Date posted:2015-03-09 | Writer: Meddeas | Email: [email protected] Meddeas (Multilingual Education Development and Support), is recruiting young talents for once in a lifetime experience teaching English as a language assistant in Spain. This is an ideal opportunity for newly qualified TEFL graduates. Becoming an English Language Assistant in a Spanish school for one year is a unique experience that will stay with you for your entire life. As well as learning Spanish, improving your language skills, exploring a community and living a multicultural experience, you'll build your sense of independence and gain the satisfaction of firing young imaginations. And you will return with skills and experiences that will make any recruiter sit up and take note! Meddeas...  [Read more]

Where can I get a digital nomad visa for teaching English online? Teaching English online is a popular option for TEFL qualified teachers as it comes with greater freedom than you would typically get working for an on-site school or language center. Many teachers prefer the convenience of working from their own home and the flexibility of deciding for themselves exactly when they work and for how long. However, teaching English online can also be done from any location with a good internet connection, which allows you to travel from place to place or stay in one location of your choice. Remote working has now become mainstream and several countries have begun issuing digital nomad visas which allow you to stay long-term even though your work is with English students that can be located...  [Read more]

What are EFL countries? Acronyms are widely used within the English language teaching world and EFL is one of the most common. English as a Foreign Language is typically used to describe any scenario where English is being taught or learned in a country where English is not the main language. In this situation most students are learning English as part of their school studies, in order to travel overseas, or as a hobby, and they rarely get to use it outside of their lessons. An example of EFL would be an American teaching English to Italians in Rome. What’s the difference between EFL and ESL? While EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language, ESL stands for English as a Second Language. In practice these two acronyms are regularly used interchangeably when talking about English...  [Read more]

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Motivating Students: Why is motivating students a vital teaching ability? As someone who has been to school in the USA and China, I've experienced the difference between student motivation in both countries. From this experience, I've concluded how to better motivate students in the classroom. Table of Contents Cultural Differences Types of Motivation What Influences Motivation? Learning Styles Student-Teacher Relationships Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate JongMay U. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Cultural Differences In the U.S. students are quite vocal about their...  [Read more]

What is TEFL? The acronym TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. While this term is used for the physical act of actually teaching English abroad, it is also commonly used to refer to the training courses that many prospective teachers complete before heading overseas, as well as the qualification they receive upon successfully graduating from the course. By gaining a TEFL certificate it is possible to find work as an English language teacher in almost any country of your choice worldwide. Table of Contents TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language TESL - Teaching English as a Second Language TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages ELT - English Language Teaching TEFL Qualifications Choosing a TEFL Certificate Course Online or In-Class TEFL Course...  [Read more]

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 Lulu Johnson Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The World of the Fulbright Program for Teaching English Abroad The Fulbright program is a great way to travel abroad and work as an English language teacher in an exciting new country. It allows you to experience a new culture, meet lots of new people and discover something new about yourself. This article will go over what Fulbright is, their English teaching program, and how to apply to Fulbright in this blog post. Table of Contents Why I chose the Fulbright Experience What is Fulbright? What is Fulbright ETA? Why Apply? There are some requirements when applying for the Fulbright grant, but here are the basic 3. Are you ready for the Fulbright Experience? Related Articles: Check out what our course...  [Read more]

TEFL Salt Lake City Utah | TEFL USA As the capital of the state of Utah, Salt Lake City has plenty to offer any trainee looking to take their TEFL/TESOL course here. Located at the southern end of the Great Salt Lake, the largest salt water lake in the western hemisphere, Salt Lake City is well known as the home of the Church of the Latter Day Saints. The city is also renowned as a center for outdoor sporting activities and was the first city to introduce bicycle lanes in the U.S.A. However, it was its hosting of the 2002 Winter Olympics that made the city a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts and brought it to the attention of the wider world. Founded in the 19th century by Mormon settlers, Salt Lake City had its first spate of economic growth due to mining and the arrival...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Historically, Why did English Arise as a Global Language? English as a global language is increasing public recognition of the global position of English. We hear it on television spoken by politicians from all over the world. Wherever we travel, we see English signs and advertisements. English is now the language most widely taught as a foreign language in over 100 countries, such as China, Russia, Germany, Spain, Egypt and Brazil and in most of these countries it is emerging as the chief foreign language to be encountered in schools, often displacing other languages in the process. The statistics suggest that about a quarter of the world's population estimated about 1.5 billion people, is already fluent or competent in English, and...  [Read more]