Best Esl Websites For Teachers

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas Top Online Lesson Plan Resources for New and Advanced Teachers For many new and experienced EFL teachers, one of the most challenging aspects of their career is coming up with lesson plans that are both engaging and effective. Even if your employer provides a specific textbook to follow as a curriculum, you will often find that this can be rather dull for the students unless you spice things up by adding in some fun and original ideas from an outside source. By searching online you will find a huge amount of sites offering all manner of resources of varying quality and relevance. To save you the hassle of searching through them all, we have listed our 5 favorite websites that you can use to find quality lesson plans free of charge. Using...  [Read more]

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 Carrie Kellenberger Visa and Legal TEFL Information Top Reasons to Choose a Recruiter When Finding a Job Teaching English Abroad Using a recruiter to help you find a teaching job abroad can be a rewarding and satisfying experience for many, provided you choose the right recruiter and you know what to expect and which questions to ask. Teachers use recruiting agencies for many reasons, including relying on a recruiter to find a legitimate contract that offers a fair salary package. A recruiter will work with you to help you find a position that meets your requirements for a teaching position and they’ll help you break down the application process step by step. Recruiting websites should have plenty of information about the job application process and they should be...  [Read more]

This is a list of ITTT’s most trusted TEFL affiliates ITTT has been operating in the teacher training industry since 1998. We have developed relationships with many leading individuals, institutes and schools in the English education industry and have established a very successful partnership program in 2013. Today, we are working with thousands of affiliates through many channels to strengthen each other’s position on the TEFL and TESOL market. In 2019, we decided to showcase our most trusted partners and their role in the global ESL World on this page. If you are interested in finding out more about our recruitment partners, please visit our TEFL Recruitment Partner page. Below are some of our most renowned partners that are operating very successfully under the ITTT affiliate...  [Read more]

Ask a Non-Native TEFL teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development   Hey guys, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly ITTT live session. Today we are going to talk about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to TEFL teaching or career building, this is for you. Feel free to comment and I'll try to help you out with my thoughts and ideas, and maybe you'll find my suggestions useful. I have to fix my camera just slightly, I feel like it's moving down somehow. I hope that you can hear me clearly and see me clearly, please let me know where you guys are from. Also, let me know what stage of your career development you are at. As for me, I'm a TEFL teacher. I used to teach in China several years ago but nowadays I'm almost...  [Read more]

10 Things You Should Know about TEFL/TESOL Certification 11/09/2021 hey everybody it's lisa here and i'm super glad to welcome you at another live stream session with itttt um in fact frankly speaking it feels like i haven't gone live for ages but it's been just a week uh that's how i love uh this live stream sessions they um give me so much joy um especially because i can keep in touch with all of you guys um i really love to be uh helpful and um i'm i'm 100 sure that my colleague linda uh loves these live stream sessions as well so don't forget to check um our content twice a week uh because this live stream sessions are regular and at the beginning of the week it's my turn usually and linda goes live every thursday or friday um and yeah we try to be as helpful as possible so today's...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 May 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ask a Non-Native TEFL teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development Hey guys, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly ITTT live session. Today we are going to talk about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to TEFL teaching or career building, this is for you. Feel free to comment and I'll try to help you out with my thoughts and ideas, and maybe you'll find my suggestions useful. I have to fix my camera just slightly, I feel like it's moving down somehow. I hope that you can hear me clearly and see me clearly, please let me know where you guys are from. Also, let me know what stage of your career development you are at. Watch the live session here As for me,...  [Read more]

Professional EFL/ESL Online Teachers Needed! Date posted:2023-05-18 | Writer: Pinata Education | Email: [email protected] Hello! We are a UK-based online English teaching company, currently looking for teachers with experience teaching different levels, from beginner EFL English to advanced higher primary level ESL reading/writing.We don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach and trust our teachers to do what they do best - teach! We provide all class material, but we give teachers the freedom to use their experience and expertise to personalize lessons for students, based on their needs and personality.If this sounds like you, let's get the ball rolling!Salary and benefits- £16 per hour to start with opportunity for progression- A fixed schedule with regular students, providing a...  [Read more]

Where are the best places to teach English as a volunteer? Volunteer English teaching is a very popular option with many people. It can take many forms and can be undertaken in a wide range of countries worldwide. Here we look at a few questions that might help you to answer the question: Where are the best places to teach English as a volunteer? Why should you teach English as a volunteer? There are numerous reasons why volunteer teaching is a good idea. Here we will outline a few of the most common: a) To find out about the country: There can be no better way to learn about a country than by being there. b) To experience the culture: As above you need to be immersed in the culture if you hope to understand it. c) To experience the job of teaching: Volunteer teaching is a great way to...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Skills Essential for Teaching Young ESL Students The classroom embodies a space where students learn. That space is usually a mixture of varying personalities, learning styles, and student levels. A teacher’s role in ensuring that students learn is of great importance seeing that the teacher serves as a facilitator for all, counselor to some, mentor to some, and disciplinarian to others. Teachers must possess or learn certain skills to be effective in the ESL/EFL classroom. While many factors are influencing the actual outcome of an EFL/ESL lesson, teachers of young learners must be patient, adaptable, and possess good classroom management skills. These skills are crucial for young learners because, on the one hand, they...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet Federico Riva TEFL Information In this live session, TEFL expert Linda from ITTT will go over why now is the perfect time to get TEFL certified - even if you aren't heading abroad to teach yet. What Learning a Second Language Can Teach You About Your Own Regan McAllister TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching your native language? Consider learning a foreign language first! Here's what learning a second language can teach you about your own. Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers Federico Riva TEFL Information In this live session, Liza will tell about several...  [Read more]

Older Posts What Learning a Second Language Can Teach You About Your Own Regan McAllister TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching your native language? Consider learning a foreign language first! Here's what learning a second language can teach you about your own. Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers Federico Riva TEFL Information In this live session, Liza will tell about several platforms to teach on as a native or non-native TEFL teacher. 8 Effective Reward Systems for ESL Learners in an Online Classroom Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Reward systems can be a very powerful tool for teachers in an online environment. Having a reward system for your students is...  [Read more]

TEFL in Cebu, Philippines Date posted:2007-04-02 | Writer: ALTA Language Acacemy | Email: [email protected] American Language Teaching Academy is a small owner-operated private ESL academy We are a multi-cultural English language academy, focusing primarily on improving conversational skills using student based learning concepts, augmented with an immersion-oriented campus lifestyle. ALTA is a small, elite school looking for long-term instructors. One of the biggest attractions is that our company culture is based on friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. Students and teachers instantly feel welcome as a part of the ALTA family. ALTA is both a 4 resort (located near the beach) and an established accredited language academy with strong credentials. Because of that, ALTA's campus is...  [Read more]

Where can I teach English without a TEFL certificate? What qualities and qualifications do employers of ESL teachers look for? First we need to say that there are no hard and fast rules to answer this question. There are a huge range of requirements worldwide, depending on the country, type of school, nature of the job, type of contract and so forth. The information given here is therefore general. There are a number of generally recognized requirements that employers are looking for from their teachers. You may need one, two, three or all of the following to get any particular job. It is unlikely you will find a job without any of these: Many ESL teaching jobs worldwide require the minimum of a TEFL certification from this list. As the nature of the job, or country specific employment...  [Read more]

Mon, 26 Mar 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information The Best Government Programs For Teaching English Abroad Teaching English abroad is now a popular career option for many people of all ages. While there is a strong demand for TEFL certified teachers in many different regions of the world, there are certain countries who have implemented government-funded programs to attract foreign English teachers. Through these programs, qualified English teachers are placed into schools around their countries where they are employed for a set period of time. Here is a list of the best government programs for teaching English abroad. Listen to this blog post: EPIK for Teaching English in South Korea The EPIK program in South Korea is one of the largest and most popular teaching...  [Read more]

TEFL in Ethiopia -- Addis Ababa Date posted:2006-08-01 | Writer: Gibson Youth Academy | Email: [email protected] Gibson Youth Academy, a school system for children from Kindergarten to High School, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia seeks dedicated, hardworking, professional teachers to teach English grammar, writing, and English conversation to our students. We are seeking efficient and competent teachers who have a great interest in teaching, and not only those who are interested in traveling. Teachers should have at least an ESL qualification (TEFL) or at least a first degree in English or English education and experience working with children. Those who have a degree in another field and experience working with children will be accepted if they obtain at least an online ESL...  [Read more]

TEFL in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Date posted:2008-02-06 | Writer: Gibson Youth Academy | Email: [email protected] Seeking dedicated, hardworking, professional teachers to teach English grammar, writing, and English conversation to our students. Efficient and competent teachers who have a great interest in teaching, and not only those who are interested in traveling. Teachers should have at least an ESL qualification (TEFL) or at least a first degree in English or English education and experience working with children. Those who have a degree in another field and experience working with children will be accepted if they obtain at least an online ESL qualification. About Gibson Youth Academy Well established school system for children from Kindergarten to High School, in Addis Ababa,...  [Read more]

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 Bri Freeman TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How To Start Your Own ESL Teaching Service The number one question I had to answer before deciding to start Practical English Teacher was “Do I want a new boss or to be my own boss?”. I spent months asking myself this before I finally decided to do it. There’s a lot of security and credibility that comes with working for a larger ESL company. And I’m not knocking anyone who wants to do that but if you’re like me and you’re looking for some advice on where to start with your own ESL Service, let’s talk. Starting Out First and I would say most importantly, ask yourself, what is your teaching style? What is your expertise and how can you use that? People tend to say “I just don’t have a business mind”...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information In this live session, TEFL expert Linda from ITTT will go over why now is the perfect time to get TEFL certified - even if you aren't heading abroad to teach yet. Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information In this live session, Liza will tell about several platforms to teach on as a native or non-native TEFL teacher. How to Work in China as a Non-Native English Teacher After the Pandemic | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Work in China as a Non-Native English Teacher:...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Personal Teaching Experience: Practice in Shanghai Growing up I always had an interest in learning and teaching a language. Of course, English was my best subject and I always made sure I was part of the drama club playing one of the big roles. During my kindergarten days, our teacher used to play musical chairs as we waited for our parents to come to pick us up. It's interesting that now as a teacher I really love using it for my lessons and have tried to upgrade it just a little bit more. I am currently teaching at a kindergarten in Shanghai, China. I really love my job and my workmates who have become more like family and friends. When I started working there, like any other teacher, I was scared, felt vulnerable and wanted to...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Can We Effectively Integrate Modern Technology into The Classroom? As technological advances are made in the world the ways to teach English and the resources available to us expand in the classroom setting; from computers, laptops, and interactive websites to cameras, projectors, and even robots that understand spoken language. As introduced in the TEFL course, in particular, unit 17: equipment and teaching aids, there are many pieces of technology we can utilize in the classroom to make learning more interesting and motivate students or simply aid teachers in presenting listening and speaking material. As suggested in research conducted by Mistler - Jackson and Butler Songer (2000), students learning science using a technology...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Needed in Ethiopia (2) Date posted:2012-03-07 | Writer: Gibson Youth Academy | Email: [email protected] Gibson Youth Academy, a school system for children from Kindergarten to High School, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia seeks dedicated, hardworking, professional EFL teachers to teach English grammar, writing, and conversation to our students. We currently serve over 4000students of all ages. Candidates should be efficient and competent teachers who have a great interest in teaching, and not only those who are interested in traveling.Teachers should have at least an ESL qualification (TEFL / TESOL / CELTA) or at least a first degree in English or English education and experience working with children. Those who have a degree in another field and experience working with children will...  [Read more]

Ask a Non-Native TEFL Teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development 04/20/2021 hey guys it's liza here and i'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly itttt live session uh today we are going to talk um about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to tefl teaching or um probably career building so feel free to uh comment and i'll try to help you out and reach you back with uh my thoughts and ideas um and maybe you'll find um my suggestions useful okay uh i have to fix my camera just slightly i feel like it's moving moving down somehow so um i hope that you can hear me clearly and you can see me clearly and if you see this video if you see this live please let me know where are you guys from so what's something is wrong with my camera uh for some reason i...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Flashcard Games for ESL Classrooms Most of the teachers in my school would say that the purpose of flashcards is to simply introduce grammar points, concepts, review vocabulary; and most likely, they would mention the joylessness of flashcards when teaching unmotivated students. In truth, flashcards are known for being one of the most boring ways to study. Nevertheless, there are reasons why teachers still choose flashcards for conducting lessons. Russian people say: “Repetition is a mother of learning.” I can not argue with the Russians. Indeed, repetition is crucial, but it often changes the mood of the classroom to "boring." Normally, it happens when the activities with flashcards are poorly organized, or when there are no...  [Read more]

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Top 4 Asian Countries for Teaching English Abroad Mainland China and Taiwan form a very large part of the Asian ESL market. There are obviously many similarities but also many differences. In this blog we will look at some of the major differences in job requirement in these two regions. Watch the video about this topic China It is said that there were around 100,000 foreign teachers working in China until recently, so that's a huge number. China is a vast country with huge demand for EFL teachers. There are opportunities at public schools, kindergartens, boarding schools, universities and international schools. However recent regulations have changed the Chinese EFL market drastically, so it's not as easy to find work as...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Personal Teaching Experience Shaping into an Adaptable Resilient Teacher Having completed my Bachelor of Arts in Drama, I started my international teaching career straight out of university. What was meant to be a gap year opportunity of traveling and earning money has become a professional career in education spanning over ten years in more than five different countries. What was once a means to an end, has become a passion and a calling. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Desmond K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Personal Learning Experience The first time I became aware of the ESL job market was in my third year of university when one of...  [Read more]

Q&A with a Non-Native ESL Teacher: "I can't find a job! What to do?" 07/22/2021 hey guys it's lizzy here and today we are going to discuss a really crucial issue uh so i would like to uh draw everybody's attention to the problem of getting a job as a non-native esl teacher uh for some reason um i get constantly asked about this situation and people usually say like i got tefl certified but i can't find a job or in general i can't find a job without any reasons and i don't know what to do so um i believe that this uh point uh is super important to uh cover that is why uh today i decided to have this q a session uh with you and address your problems and try myself try try my best to help you out to overcome this trouble to overcome this problem so um what we are going to do is um we...  [Read more]

What do I need to teach English abroad? The majority of people who complete a TEFL certification course will head overseas to live and work in schools and language centers across the world. However, the job hunting process and securing work permits etc can require a range of different documents that varies from one job to the next. To ensure the whole process runs smoothly, you should make sure you have everything you might need as far in advance as possible. What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? Typically, anyone traveling to a foreign country requires a passport that is valid for at least six months. In some situations your passport must be valid for a full year, so the best advice is to ensure your passport has two years or more remaining to allow for an...  [Read more]

How do online English teachers make money? How much money you can earn teaching English online depends on a variety of factors, including your qualifications, prior experience, and the platform you work for. Online English teachers are paid on an hourly basis, typically ranging between $15 and $30. If you decide to work through an online platform, as most online teachers do, a fee for connecting you with students and providing materials is also deducted in the form of a commission. Can you make a living by teaching English online? There are different ways to earn a living as an online English teacher. Some teachers work for an online ESL company, some offer their lessons on an open marketplace, and others even start their own online ESL business. Depending on your qualifications and the...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 Ashton March Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Applying for EPIK in Korea? Top 4 Tips to Prepare for EPIK to teach English in Korea Are you considering applying for EPIK this year? If so, you’re probably wondering how to prepare for such a life-changing opportunity or how to make yourself stand out as a candidate. Two years ago, I was in the same situation and unfortunately, I was not accepted. Times have changed though. This time I’m not only prepared as a candidate but also as an educator, and I would like to share a few tips that could help you in this journey.First, let’s briefly go over what EPIK is. EPIK or English Program In Korea is a government program in Korea where schools hire English-speaking candidates to teach English in South...  [Read more]

How will I find a place to live when I teach English abroad? For both newly qualified and experienced teachers, one common concern when planning to teach English abroad is how to find accommodation that is comfortable, in a safe location and suitable for your personal needs. The good news is you are unlikely to be the first foreign teacher in the area you are heading for, so you will probably have several options to choose from. Here we break down the most common aspects of organizing accommodation when teaching abroad. When is accommodation included in a TEFL contract? For many teachers, accommodation is not an issue as employers often provide housing as part of the teaching contract. Schools in countries such as China and South Korea, as well as many countries in the Middle East,...  [Read more]