Becoming An Esl Teacher

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Story of Becoming an ESL Teacher Teaching is one of the most difficult jobs in the world. You have to deal with different personalities inside the classroom and somehow, you need to work things out for the class to have an atmosphere that is conducive to learning. You have to prepare yourself both mentally and emotionally to be an effective teacher. It is not a cakewalk and you need to have the drive and work ethics to succeed in this profession. Table of Contents Childhood Dreams First Teaching Job Working on Teaching Skills Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Fitz B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent...  [Read more]

Tue, 19 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Reason for Embarking on a TEFL Journey The introverted Nathaniel struggled immensely through primary, high school, college, and music school. His first battle was learning how to read. At this point, no one knew he possessed a learning difficulty. Table of Contents Personal Experience Berlin, Germany Learning Efforts Colombia Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nathaniel F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Personal Experience Although he had an impressive spoken vocabulary for a boy, when he looked at words on a page he could not match them to their sounds,...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Top Tips For Teaching Business English Abroad In Japan Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to business English teaching. Our graduate shares their experience of teaching business people in Japan. How to Solve Common Problems for English Learners in Vietnam Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on common problems for learners in Vietnam. The Story of Becoming an ESL Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their story of becoming an English teacher. Outdoor Activities for Better Language Acquisition Process Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their...  [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 The Most Common Problems Students in China Face When Learning English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Are you planning on becoming an EFL teacher in China? There are certain difficulties Chinese students face when learning English and every EFL teacher should be aware of these. Top 10 Qualities Every Great Teacher Should Have | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Are you planning on becoming an EFL teacher abroad? Be sure to check out the top 10 qualities every great teacher should have before stepping into your classroom. Teaching...  [Read more]

Older Posts The Most Common Problems Students in China Face When Learning English Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Are you planning on becoming an EFL teacher in China? There are certain difficulties Chinese students face when learning English and every EFL teacher should be aware of these. Top 10 Qualities Every Great Teacher Should Have Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Are you planning on becoming an EFL teacher abroad? Be sure to check out the top 10 qualities every great teacher should have before stepping into your classroom. Teaching English in Mexico - The Salary and Budget Guide Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Mexico is one of the largest EFL markets in the world. If you are interested in joining the thousands of English teachers in the country,...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Striking Reasons to Obtain a TEFL Training I recently discovered that in countries where English is not the natively spoken language, there is a great demand for learning the English language. Thinking about this fact, and remembering my many friends from high-school and university whose native languages are not English and who consequently took many ESL classes to improve their English, I began thinking about the possibility of becoming an ESL/ EFL teacher. Having been a teacher in the past, this strengthened my belief in myself that this is something that I could do. So I began looking into the possibility a little more. Table of Contents Personal experience of finding a course So what is a TEFL qualification? Why is TEFL so...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Teacher’s Personality in the Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL graduate, in this blog post, contemplates upon the teacher's personality in the ESL classroom. How Working and Teaching English Abroad Will Influence Your Life Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching abroad and possible experiences they can get there. Why Should Young Children Learn English? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their opinion on English in early childhood. Tips for Bridging the Cultural Gap in an ESL Classroom in Asia Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Should Slang and Idioms be Taught in the Classroom? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of slang and idioms in ESL. Our TEFL graduate considers the necessities to teach them. Reading and Listening: Why Are These Skills Important? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate considers reading and listening skills and the ways to develop them. How to Organize and Manage Your ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of managing and organizing an ESL classroom. Our TEFL graduate shares their strategies and suggestions. Classroom Management as a Skill of Relaxing Manner Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Importance of Friendship in an ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL graduate explains why making friends in an ESL classroom is crucial for students. Foreign Language Experience and How it Helps With EFL Training Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by an ITTT student who shares their personal story of teaching. Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their experience of teaching being a non-native speaker. The Kind of Motivation Important for an ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our TEFL student who considers some reasons why motivation is...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Roles That an ESL/EFL Teacher Plays in the Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What role does a teacher play in the ESL class? Read in this blog post. How Teaching English to Young Students Differs from Teaching Adults Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, your will learn about the differences between teaching adults and youth. The Usual Problems of Japanese Students in English Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, several common problems of Japanese students in English are overviewed. The Best Classroom Management Techniques to Use Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to the most effective classroom management techniques. Why Taking a TEFL Course is Beneficial...  [Read more]

TEFL Lemon TEFL Lemon began in 2014 as an ESL blog on the WeChat platform in China, quickly becoming the biggest ESL blog on WeChat. TEFL Lemon provided English teachers with ELT articles to read and share, as well as free ESL lesson ideas, ESL games and fun speaking activities which TEFL teachers could use in their classes. English teachers in China could also download free ESL flashcards on a variety of themes. Following their success on the WeChat platform, in 2018, TEFL Lemon decided to build their own website to offer their ESL Flashcard Games for Kids, ESL Warmers, ESL games and speaking activities for teens and adults for free to TEFL teachers around the world. You can visit their website here. Not only do TEFL Lemon offer teachers brilliant ESL games and teaching ideas, but they...  [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 Alumni Experience: Passionate Teaching in China | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, an ITTT TEFL course graduate tells about their personal experience of teaching English in China. Motivating Students in the Everyday Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of students' motivation. Our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and ideas on helping students feel comfortable in your lessons. Top Tips For Teaching Business English...  [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 Teaching English in the Czech Republic - The Salary and Budget Guide | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations The Czech Republic is a popular destination for EFL teachers wanting to teach English in Europe. If you are interested in joining other English teachers in the country, check out this guide on salary and budget for a teacher living in the Czech Republic. Top 10 Things to Know When Moving Abroad to Teach English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Moving to a new country you've likely never been to before...  [Read more]

How to make money as a TEFL teacher Before we answer this question we will first look at the three most common routes towards TEFL qualifications. A TEFL qualification is usually a prerequisite when looking for TEFL employment of any kind. These are: 1) Online courses: a 120-hour TEFL certificate course is the entry level qualification for most jobs. This type of course is conducted 100% online. 2) In-class courses: this type of course is conducted 100% in-class at a location somewhere in the world. Typically these courses also involve teaching practice. 3) Combined courses: this type of course is conducted by a combination of online study followed by a short in-class attendance to complete teaching practice. Table of Contents Three most common working options What other roles can TEFL...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Qualities of a Good ESL Teacher Becoming a teacher of any nature requires a good amount of skills, but becoming an English as a foreign or second language teacher requires a special batch of skills. All types of teachers should have the same general qualities; communication skills, patience, good listening skills, the ability to connect and build relationships with students, hard work ethic, preparation, and organization, and be friendly, personable, and approachable. Being a teacher means interacting with people for most of, or part of the day, and understandably sharing your knowledge, with the students. Table of Contents Classroom Style Understanding Students' Challenges My View on Teaching Qualities Do you want to teach English...  [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 Which Teaching Method is Best for a First-time Teacher? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers different teaching methods and explains which one should work best for young TEFL teachers. Positive Alternatives to Old-Fashioned Punishment | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their ideas on how to change punishment into a more positive practice. Pronunciation Problems for Learners Speaking Chinese...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 5 Great Ways to Give Your Students Feedback Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Giving feedback is one of the most important parts of being a teacher. Here are 5 great ways to give your students feedback for a successful learning environment. 7 Awesome ESL Conversation Activities to Really Get Your Students Talking Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Check out these 7 awesome ESL conversation activities that will really get your students talking and help them learn English in no time! Top Tips for Teaching English One-on-One Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas One of our TEFL alumni has shared with us his tips when teaching one-on-one English lessons. Check them out in this post. Great Ideas for Teaching Listening Skills in the ESL...  [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]

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 What is The Difference Between Teaching ESL and EFL? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains what is the difference between EFL and ESL teaching. ESA Principles of Teaching Reading | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate explains how to adjust ESA method to teaching reading. Teaching Practice: Great Privilege and Responsibility | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our...  [Read more]

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]

Sun, 10 Jun 2018 Katie and Jake from Untold Wanderlust TEFL Information Two Traveling Teachers Share What It's Like Teaching English Abroad as a Couple Teaching English abroad is a thrilling and self-fulfilling job, not to mention the benefits it has upon your students. However, leaving the comforts of your hometown can be quite a difficult thing to do but luckily teaching as a couple helps iron-out those small worries before leaving. Here I have put together an article of my experience of teaching abroad as part of a couple. Table of Contents Life Before Becoming a TEFL Teacher Where We Decided to Teach The Pros of Teaching as a Couple Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles Life Before Becoming a TEFL Teacher It was never my aspiration to become an ESL teacher....  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Skills in the ESL Classroom There is no doubt that most people have no idea what is involved in becoming a teacher. I think this is particularly true of native English speakers imagining they can teach English to foreign students. I fell into this category until I started the course. What became apparent straight away is that teaching techniques have varied greatly over time, with some methods being more successful than others. The relatively recent ESL method incorporates some previous teaching strategies but succeeds above them all in effectiveness because it gives teachers the best chance to teach, whilst giving students the desired motivation to learn. Table of Contents Personality Knowledge Language Structure and Rules...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Main Principles of Teaching Beginners Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching students of different ages and levels is definitely challenging. This article is devoted to teaching beginners. Tricks of Teaching EFL in a Kindergarten Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching younger groups of students is fun but challenging and sometimes tricky. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their experience. The Struggles of Teaching Difficult English Language Patterns Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers several difficult points to teach ESL students to. Advantages, Disadvantages, and Tips for One-to-One English Teaching Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas One-to-one teaching...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 5 Creative Writing Activities for the ESL Classroom Laura Payne Teaching Ideas Writing is a large part of English language learning. This post looks at five different activities students can use to put their thoughts into writing. The 4 Most Common Learning Difficulties ESL Students Are Facing Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares the 4 most common learning difficulties ESL students are facing. Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom – Focus on Teaching English To Non-Native Speakers Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares her thoughts on the importance of cultural sensitivity in the classroom...  [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 Incorporating Cultural Awareness into the Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article is devoted to the problem of cultural sensitivity. Our TEFL graduate gives their opinion on the point. The Benefits of Teaching ESL/EFL Online | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information This article is devoted to the advantages of working as an ESL teacher online. Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion on the point. Teachers and Their Position in the TEFL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta...  [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 Challenges and Principles of Teaching Tenses and Conditionals | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teaching grammar. It covers the principles of teaching tenses and conditionals. Why is Motivation Necessary in the ESL Classroom? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How does motivation influences students learning process? Read in this blog post. The Most Important Personal Qualities in the ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Lesson Planning: Necessary or Not? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, an ITTT TEFL course graduate describes the importance of planning in teaching work. Authentic and Adapted Songs In The Class Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Songs are great for remembering grammar and vocabulary. In this blog post, an ITTT TEFL course graduate shares her music-based lesson plan. Why Is Lesson Planning Important? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this post, an ITTT graduate shares the first lesson plan he created in his first job as an ESL teacher. You will learn how to master this skill on your TEFL course. What Problems Do English Learners Face in China? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Are you...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Typical Challenges for Japanese Native Speakers in ESL Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their experience of working with Japanese learners and tells about their challenges in English. Teaching One-to-One vs. Teaching in Class Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to two modes of teaching: one-to-one and group. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on both of them. "Authentic" English: 3 Tips for Implementing Authentic Materials in Language Classrooms Laura Payne Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Finding authentic materials that fit your class’s needs may be difficult. However, authentic materials offer many benefits that created materials do not....  [Read more]

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The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Functions of an ESL Teacher in Class Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the functions of an ESL teacher. Troubleshooting for Maximizing Success Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on troubleshooting. First Step in Teaching: Reasons to take a TEFL Course Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal story of becoming a teacher and reasons to take a TEFL course. British vs. American: Which English Accent to Choose? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of British and American English. Our TEFL...  [Read more]