Best Teaching Platforms Online

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Overview of the Best Online Teaching Platforms Hello everybody, we are just about to start our new live session. Thanks for joining me and while we are waiting for more people to join please let me know that you can hear me clearly and you can see me clearly. There is a comments box so you can use it to communicate with me. I really appreciate it if you use it because when there is interaction during the live session it's always much easier for myself to present it and I feel a little bit more comfortable because I am not just speaking to myself. Watch the live session here Let me share the topic of today's session so that everyone can see it. Today we are going to talk about different online teaching platforms. I hope...  [Read more]

Overview of the Best Online Teaching Platforms 01/20/2021 hello hello hello everybody this is here and we are just about to start our new live session uh thanks for joining me and uh while we are waiting for more people uh to come please let me know that you can hear me clearly and you can see me clearly there is a comments box um so you can use it uh to communicate with me and i really appreciate you use it because when there is interaction during the live session it's always much easier for myself to present um and feel a little bit more comfortable because i basically speak to myself uh right now and when i don't see any comments i feel a little bit confused you know um and let me share the topic of today's session so that everyone can see it uh today we are going to talk about um...  [Read more]

Overview of the Best Online Teaching Platforms   Hello everybody, we are just about to start our new live session. Thanks for joining me and while we are waiting for more people to join please let me know that you can hear me clearly and you can see me clearly. There is a comments box so you can use it to communicate with me. I really appreciate it if you use it because when there is interaction during the live session it's always much easier for myself to present it and I feel a little bit more comfortable because I am not just speaking to myself. Let me share the topic of today's session so that everyone can see it. Today we are going to talk about different online teaching platforms. I hope that this topic will be interesting and useful because there were a lot of requests for...  [Read more]

What is the best platform to teach English online? Teaching English online is now firmly embedded in the TEFL world and many thousands of teachers find it a convenient way to earn a living without having to leave home or when traveling the world. However, despite not actually working in a physical classroom, online teachers still have to meet the same kind of criteria as those working in a traditional classroom environment. So, what do you need in order to take advantage of this rapidly growing sector of EFL teaching? Requirements for teaching English online The requirements for teaching online vary from one employer to the next, but there are a few common factors that many look for. Most online employers will expect you to have completed a TEFL course of at least 120 hours as this is the...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Stand Out on Online Teaching Platforms This blog will discuss how to stand out on online teaching platforms as they are getting more and more competitive, especially the big names out there. Most teachers want to teach on the most popular platforms and competition can get fierce. There are a number of things that you can do to make sure you stand out from the crowd and so that students can book you to be their teacher. Watch the video about this topic Different Types of Online Teaching Platforms When it comes to teaching online there are two main ways you can teach. One is an online teaching platform, a general online teaching platform offered by a company and the other one is a tutor...  [Read more]

Teach English Online Why teach English online? Teaching English online has become increasingly popular in recent years. One reason for this is the rapid growth in demand for TEFL qualified teachers around the world, particularly in areas where in-class training options are hard to come by. More and more teachers are deciding to go for the online teaching lifestyle as it allows them to set their own working hours and teach from anywhere they choose. Teaching English online provides a great deal of freedom that is perfect for anyone who wants a change from the normal 9-to-5 routine. Recommended Courses Teaching English online is a rapidly expanding area of the TEFL market. It is even suggested that beyond 2020 there may be more people learning English online worldwide than face-to-face in a...  [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]

Which online English teaching platform pays most? We have good news if you are interested in teaching abroad but are hesitant to settle down in one place: Teaching is one of the best-paying online jobs from home and one of the fastest growing career paths for remote workers. The best part about online teaching jobs is that you can not only get paid to speak English, but you can also find opportunities to teach English online with no prior experience. If you want to travel while earning money for speaking English, check out the best-paying online teaching jobs that you can do from anywhere in the world using your laptop. Teaching English online on Preply Preply is an online language learning platform that allows students to work with their preferred tutor at their own pace and on their own...  [Read more]

How can I teach English online and travel? If you are yearning to break free from the daily grind and have a strong desire to explore the world, consider venturing into online English teaching. This form of English instruction allows you to operate from anywhere with a stable internet connection, eliminating the need for you to stay put. It also provides a sufficient income to cover your travel-related expenses. What is required to teach English online and travel? The answer isn't cut-and-dried since each online teaching platform has unique requirements. Some may necessitate a Bachelor’s degree, prior teaching experience, TEFL certification, or native English proficiency. But don't be disheartened if you lack a degree; many platforms don't demand it. If you haven't obtained a TEFL...  [Read more]

Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach English online? This is going to depend on who you choose to work for. Many online teaching platforms now require teachers to be TEFL certified and a significant number of them simply dismiss unqualified teachers as they assume they lack the skills and knowledge required. However, a TEFL certificate is not a requirement to set up your own online teaching business, although it is safe to say that your future students are going to prefer a teacher who is actually certified. Why has a TEFL certificate become more important? In recent years, online education has exploded all across the globe and the demand is through the roof. This has led teaching platforms to tighten the requirements for their teachers in order to set the bar high over their...  [Read more]

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching English Online: ✅ How to Record the Perfect Introduction Video This year, teaching English online has become the standard mode of work for many teachers. Thus, online educational platforms have become an essential tool for many teachers. As long as teaching English online continue to be more and more competitive, it is an absolute must to become proficient in presenting and selling yourself to your prospective clients. This blog post will talk about how to create the perfect online teaching introduction video to stand out on any online teaching platform. Research the Platform Before you jump at filming an intro video, thoroughly look through the teaching platform of your choice and try...  [Read more]

Which platforms hire online English teachers? In the modern age where working online has become a common way to make a steady living, the opportunities for qualified English teachers have further branched out into what we call the ?virtual classroom?. There are countless online platforms and providers that offer English lessons online allowing students from all over the world to learn how to speak English from the comfort of their own home. The best employment options for teaching English online There are two main options for online English teachers. The first option is to set up your own teaching website. This allows teachers to be completely independent and free to set their own hours. However, it can take quite some time to find regular students and setting up a professional-looking...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 7 Easy Ways to Make Money Online as an English Teacher Online English teachers have been in as high a demand as never before. The great thing about working as an online English teacher is that you don't even have to leave your home to make money. In this blog post, we share seven easy ways to make money online as an English teacher. Pick one or mix up several of them if you get inspired and ready to work hard! Listen to this blog post: 1. Work as an Online English teacher The most obvious is of course working an online English teacher. Online education has been booming in the recent months and vacancies are popping up every day. You can find students on sites like Craigslist or...  [Read more]

Complete Guide to teaching english online 09/08/2021 hello hi welcome to another live session my my name is linda from itt i'm so happy to be here again this week um if you can see me if you can hear me as always please just leave a quick comment in the comments box below that'd be really really great we are live on facebook and we're live on youtube at the same time so welcome today we're gonna talk about teaching english online and also if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thanks thank you so much for the download we always turn our um live sessions into podcast episodes later so if that's something that you're interested in go check us out we are available on all major uh podcast platforms like itunes spotify google podcasts check us out just type in um tefl and tesol...  [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]

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information How to Find a Job as an English Teacher Online (updated April 2023) In our modern age where working online has become a common way to make a steady living, the opportunities for qualified English teachers have further branched out into what we call the “virtual classroom”. There are countless online platforms and providers that offer English lessons online with native speakers allowing students from all over the world to learn how to speak English from the comfort of their home. Here is our comprehensive guide on how to find a job as an English teacher online. How to get started teaching English online Teaching English online is a great way to supplement your income while already teaching abroad or when in your home country....  [Read more]

Should I take a TEFL course bundle? If you are thinking about teaching English in the short term, during a gap year break or just for a brief change of scenery, then a single 120-hour TEFL certification course will probably be enough to get you where you want to be. However, if your teaching plans are more long term or you simply want the best possible start to life in an EFL classroom, then you might want to consider taking advantage of a TEFL course bundle. At ITTT we offer a range of course packages that provide a thorough and in-depth introduction to the English language teaching world, as well as providing the very best value for money currently available on the market. 170-hour TEFL course with Online Specialization This two course package is a great choice if you are particularly...  [Read more]

Which TEFL company pays the most? Pursuing a career in TEFL can open doors to transformative experiences, personal development, cultural immersion, and community engagement. Nonetheless, a competitive salary is also part of the package, and many of our graduates secure substantial earnings. Do note, the highest salary isn't the only financial aspect to consider while assessing the earnings of TEFL teachers. You must also account for the local cost of living, added benefits, and potential savings. How much does the average English teacher make? The pay scale for teaching English overseas varies considerably, but you can expect a decent income. Your salary will be influenced by your role, qualifications, and the country where you teach. In countries known for higher wages, teachers can earn...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 May 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers Hello everybody, Liza here and I'm super glad to welcome you to today's session. I'm excited that it didn't take long after the previous one and by the way if you didn't see the previous live stream I strongly recommend you do because last week we discussed teaching in China. I know that many people are interested in going abroad to teach and to discover new cultures. So if you want to know a little bit more about it feel free to check it out. Today we are going to talk about a slightly different approach to teaching which is online teaching. Today's session will take approximately 45 minutes. First we'll cover some of the teaching modes in...  [Read more]

Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers   Hello everybody, Liza here and I'm super glad to welcome you to today's session. I'm excited that it didn't take long after the previous one and by the way if you didn't see the previous live stream I strongly recommend you do because last week we discussed teaching in China. I know that many people are interested in going abroad to teach and to discover new cultures. So if you want to know a little bit more about it feel free to check it out. Today we are going to talk about a slightly different approach to teaching which is online teaching. Today's session will take approximately 45 minutes. First we'll cover some of the teaching modes in online teaching because there are actually a...  [Read more]

Older Posts Tips for Working with Local Teachers in Hong Kong Charlotte Lam Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you considering teaching in Hong Kong as a Native English teacher? If yes, do you know who you are going to work with? Here are some ways you can effectively prepare yourself and collaborate with the local teachers in school. How to Stand Out Online as a Non-Native English Teacher Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this live event, we will discuss several ways to build your personal brand as a non-native ESL teacher over social media and teaching platforms. If you're interested in online teaching and willing to increase your chances of getting more clients, don't miss this session! Three Different Types of Error...  [Read more]

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Teaching English in 2021 ✅ What You Need to Know Teaching English in 2021. A few people have told me about their teaching journey already, so keep letting me know what your plans are in terms of teaching English abroad or teaching English online. Somebody said they're interested in teaching online, so that's really cool. Someone new has just joined us from Laos, hi there. We have Margaret who is also teaching online, very cool. I’m going to talk a little bit about teaching English online in this presentation. Juliana says hi, I think you've watched before as I recognize your picture, thanks for tuning in again. It's really good to see new faces and old faces in our TEFL family today. Watch the live session here I have...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Live TEFL/TESOL Q&A: Ask Us Anything! Welcome guys, Linda here from ITTT for another live session. I'm so happy to be here today, the weather is great today, the lighting is good. If you were watching last week it was pretty much like the end of the world weather here, but today it's great, I feel good. If you can see me and hear me please drop a hi into the comments. We are live on Facebook and also on YouTube and if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thanks for the download. We always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on all major podcast platforms like iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts etc. It's called the TEFL and TESOL Podcast by ITTT. Watch the live...  [Read more]

Live TEFL/TESOL Q&A: Ask Us Anything!   Welcome guys, Linda here from ITTT for another live session. I'm so happy to be here today, the weather is great today, the lighting is good. If you were watching last week it was pretty much like the end of the world weather here, but today it's great, I feel good. If you can see me and hear me please drop a hi into the comments. We are live on Facebook and also on YouTube and if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thanks for the download. We always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on all major podcast platforms like iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts etc. It's called the TEFL and TESOL Podcast by ITTT. I see there are some people already here. Hi Gwen, thanks for joining today. We also have...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 7 Top Tips for Teaching Business English ✅ Mark Crocker TEFL Information Teaching Ideas In many parts of the world a rapid surge in demand for business related English has created a vast number of great opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. ✅ If you want to join the ranks of teachers in this unique field, take a look at our top tips guide to teaching business English. 6 Top Tips for Engaging Online English Students ✅ Mark Crocker TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Teaching English online is an increasingly popular option right now and this popularity is only going to increase as the years go by. ✅ If you want to take advantage of this convenient and potentially lucrative teaching option, take a look at these top tips for...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Teaching English Online with Preply: ✅ Anastasia's Experience Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL alumna Anastasia shares her experience of working with Preply. ✅ If you are interested in online English teaching, this interview will help you learn more about the online teaching job and this popular platform. Top 10 Mistakes of an Online English Teacher Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their thoughts on the top ten mistakes that online teachers make. ✅ Check out this article to find out what these mistakes are and improve your online teaching today! Is a College...  [Read more]

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The 8 Best Classroom Tools Every Teacher Should Use Technology is something that is coming strong! Teachers need to incorporate technology besides from online resources. Teachers can use trusted online resources and different applications to keep students more engaged and to enhance the traditional ways of teaching. Online assessments, grading software, and virtual lesson plans can help teachers save a lot of time. There is a range of tools that can be used in a classroom to support student learning, ranging from traditional to high-tech options. For instance, index cards, posters, whiteboard, audience response systems (e.g. clicker technology), 3D printing, Google collaboration tools, and wikis. Instructors have...  [Read more]

How to Become a Digital Nomad with a TEFL/TESOL Certificate 10/14/2021 hi welcome my name is linda back with another live session today for itt today we're going to talk about how to become a digital nomad with a tefl or tesol certificate so yeah don't forget as always to like and subscribe so you don't miss any of our other upcoming live sessions we go live twice a week one time meet on friday around this time and then the other time my colleague lisa um usually on tuesday but this week has been different we actually had a guest taking over on tuesday this week so i hope you all saw that as well we had andre on from progress me which is a online teaching platform and also if you maybe saw yesterday on instagram and on our instagram account we were also live with andre and we talked about...  [Read more]

Teaching English in 2021: What You Need to Know   Hello and welcome. Thanks so much for joining me, I'm Linda from ITTT and I’m here for another live session. This time it's on a Thursday morning for me in Korea and maybe Wednesday evening wherever you are. I normally do my live streams on Friday morning so actually I'm a day early, but tomorrow is New Year's day. How exciting is that? Can you believe it's the last day of 2020, just crazy. I don't know where this year went honestly and it's certainly been a roller coaster ride. Thanks so much for joining me, what we're talking about today is teaching English in 2021. All the things you need to know, trends, predictions, tips, all that kind of stuff. I see that a lot of people are already watching so please let me know if you can...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Teaching Special Groups in ESL - The Types of Beginners | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas This blog post outlines the five most common types of starter or beginner groupings. Due to their different backgrounds, each of these groups requires different lesson planning and teaching methods to be used. Live TEFL/TESOL Q&A: Ask Us Anything! | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Join us live and ask us your most burning questions about teaching English, TEFL/TESOL, and everything in between! Online Workshop: How to Create Lessons Based on Videos | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Do you want to create outstanding lessons for your ESL...  [Read more]