Best Year Of My Life

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 Anastasiia Ovchinnikova Visa and Legal Budget and Salary Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching English in China: Small or Big City? When we think of moving to China, we often imagine this marvelous picture of futuristic cities, glass skyscrapers, and 24/7 buzzing big city lifestyle. That was me 4 years ago while packing my suitcases to start a new chapter of my life in this far and foreign country. Table of Contents The Hidden Gems Of Living In A Small City Long-lasting Friendships Ultimate Local Experience Best Way To Save Money Teaching and The Big City Expat-friendly Working Conditions Great Infrastructure Tons Of Things To Do Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: I was so fresh yet naïve having graduated with...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Self-Reflection: From Failure to Great Teacher The year was 1992, I was going to my first English class. I was so excited to begin. I'd always wanted to learn that language. The movies, music and everything I loved the most was in English. I was ten years old, my whole class was the same age, but the only thing I didn't know was they were much ahead of me. The course placed me in a classroom with kids that were already speaking English since they were six years old. They spoke all the time and I couldn't understand anything. I felt so disappointed and ashamed, I couldn't even comprehend the difference between him and her. Even my teacher made fun of me. As a result, I got out of the course after lots of swollen eyes and arguments...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Motivate High School Students in the ESL Classroom Motivation in the classroom is the biggest reason why I teach students in a high school setting. I am a public-school teacher and I get English as a Second Language students all the time in my classroom. I am a 10th-grade teacher but my students' ages range from 14 years old to 19 years old. The number one factor that I teach is for motivation. My students are already matured and have seen things they probably should not have at their ages. Once they get to my classroom, they are mine to teach. I do my utmost best to teach my students. I have students from all over the world, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Egyptian, Asian, Africa, to name a few countries. I now have...  [Read more]

Christian Davey I’m Chrissy, to tell you a little bit about myself, I’m from Jersey, in the Channel Islands; I left there in the Autumn of 2015 to work and travel in Australia for two years. I had the best two years of my life in that country! The most majestic, bewitching beaches and landscapes I had ever laid my eyes upon and the adrenaline-style activities that I tried were some of my best memories (skydiving was one of them) and I made friends with people from all walks of life; from all over the world — it truly was a spellbinding experience! Then, as my visa was about to expire, by complete accident; I found myself a new journey/experience/chapter by befriending some Taiwanese friends. Enter: Taiwan. The rest is history! Read my articles 5 Things You Can Do to Make Your...  [Read more]

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Best Activities to Review Future Perfect Continuous When it comes to teaching more complex grammatical structures, TEFL teachers tend to dig deep with formal explanations. However, students need to be able to implement new grammar in real-life situations. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. My Evil Twin 2. 10 Years From Now 3. All in a Day's Work 4. A Busy School Year 5. By the Time Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! The following classroom games will help you create a positive atmosphere for practicing the future perfect continuous with ease. Listen to this blog post: 1. My Evil Twin Ask students to imagine they...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Working and Teaching English Abroad Will Influence Your Life I was born in the United States in a big Italian family, where Italian customs and tradition played a key role and influence in my upbringing. My Mom and Dad were travelers of a different kind and would take many hiatus to exotic lands in far off places, leaving us children behind. Table of Contents Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rosella P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. However, one year when I was just a little girl, my parents decided it was time to take the entire family on an 8 months travel...  [Read more]

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Incentives Work With ESL Students? I have been a teacher my whole life. First, I coached volleyball to a group of eleven-year-olds. Afterward, I became (and still am) a yoga teacher currently looking to extend my teaching qualifications towards teaching English to kids online. Through all this experience I have come to know that the true power of a teacher revolves around his/her ability to involve and motivate students; to inspire and elevate them. That alone can bring about faster development than any amount of grammar exercises and drills ever would on their own. Table of Contents My Personal Experience Who Can be a Teacher? Student-Teacher Rapport Suggestopedia Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences How 10 Years of Teaching English Has Changed My Life This blog post was written by recent ITTT graduate Kaitlin F., who shares her 10 years of teaching experience with us talking about the many different jobs in the English education field she was fortunate to work in. Table of Contents What is an educator? "I often dealt with preschool children who made my experience memorable and from there my passion to teach continued" "Every day I would receive a call not knowing what to expect when I walked into a school" "My experience while being a paraprofessional has let me become a more knowledgeable person in order to cater to students needs." "I received an opportunity to teach as an education instructor at my neighborhoods local zoo."...  [Read more]

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Important Personal Qualities for English Teachers I came to China about a year ago now, I left America with just the items in my backpack and enough money to eat for a few days. Coming to China was the biggest change I have had in my life (for the better) and it has opened my eyes to many opportunities I could potentially pursue. I came here alone to meet my best friend and his uncle, who runs an English school with foreign teachers. Table of Contents Important Decision Teacher's Motivation Approach to Teaching Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate mitchell c. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences When One Teaches, Two Learn - An English Teacher in Korea Shares Her Story I decided to write about the subject I'm an expert in, my personal teaching experience. The focus will be on what I've gained from the last nine years as an EFL instructor. I'll begin by telling you about my first teaching position in rural South Korea. Next, I'll share my experience taking the TEFL course. Finally, I'll discuss my efforts to become an independent online English instructor. I hope my experience can provide some insight into some of the many options for EFL teachers. Table of Contents Teaching English in South Korea English education is everything in South Korea. Taking the next steps towards a career in teaching English Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 Ron Borland Alumni Experiences Why Teaching English in Chile is Awesome and Will Change Your Life When I think back to my time teaching English in Chile, I can say that it has been an awesome experience for me because of how wonderful it can be to share one's native language with someone else. Probably the best thing about it was to see the others in gaining their experience overall in adapting to the new way of thinking. I know I had my troubles as I had to teach sometimes in Spanish what the rule was in English. For that, I relied on the help of other teachers to help with some of the grammar. Table of Contents "I am very thankful for the TEFL course from ITTT" "The students were learning about different cultures, and I let them know about the States." "I will...  [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]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Teaching ESL & Knowing Your Audience: Young Learners vs. Adults Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate who shares her thoughts on the difference between young learners and adult learners. 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. This is the Best Thing I've Learned from my TESOL Course Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This article was written by a course graduate who shares the best thing they have learned while taking a TEFL course with ITTT. How 10 Years of Teaching English Has Changed...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 Latrice Coates TEFL Information Alumni Experiences What Influencers Don’t Tell You After You’ve Quit Your Job to Travel the World I am sure you've seen the sponsored posts floating around your social media feed of travelers in these candid, well-desired places with the caption "I quit my 9-5 to travel the world & so can you". You immediately get excited, then you look at the stack of bills on your dining room table then your bank account, and then instantly become discouraged and continue scrolling through your feed. Ha...yeah… that was me two years ago too. But now, here I am.. I DID quit my federal 9-5 job to travel the world full time and I'm here to give you the scoop that most influencers don't tell you about moving abroad... Table of Contents 1....  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Why you should volunteer as a teacher at least once in your life? What does it mean to volunteer? According to the Oxford Dictionary: "A volunteer is a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task", according to me, volunteering is a life-changing experience where you are able to help others. Table of Contents Are you ready to teach English? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zayra R. I volunteered for the first time 7 years ago and I remember to be very excited and a little nervous, not knowing what to expect. The moment I arrived at the shelter house for abandoned girls, I knew right away that I had to give my best every day. During...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Role of the Teacher: Jack of All Trades The one thing l liked most about teaching was the many jackets one gets to wear. To some l was a fashion icon, to others a role model, to others someone they could easily go to and talk about their life and personal challenges. Hence, the code of conduct for teachers stretches even to their communities and homes. Their mere being impacts the lives of the country's generations and helps build a nation, academically and socially. Table of Contents My Role Model Business Idea Source of Motivation Careful Parent Find your role as an English teacher abroad today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Trish A. My Role Model In 2002, l...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 Kristin Hoppe TEFL Information The 7 Biggest Myths About Teaching Abroad Alone as a Woman At 25 years old, I heard Peru calling my name and could no longer ignore it. Table of Contents 1. You'll Be Unsafe 2. You'll Feel Lonely 3. You'll Be Taken Advantage Of 4. You Should Never Go Out at Night 5. You Can Never Drink 6. You'll Have to Pay More for Lodging 7. You'll Regret Not Going with Friends Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: I dreamed of moving abroad alone again after teaching English in France — and it was finally happening, with TEFL certification in hand. Unfortunately, many friends, family members, and acquaintances had a different reaction. I saw wide eyes and heard words of concern. Instead of sharing...  [Read more]

Alexandr Padalka   Hello dear students, I am Alexandr and I've been teaching English for over eight years to students of all ages and levels. I lived and grew up in the city where people use three languages: English, Russian and Ukrainian in their daily life. The founder of my hometown is Englishman John James Hughes that's why I learned three languages since my childhood. do you need grammar, conversation practice, reading, writing or test preparation? I can help you with all these aspects. Are you planning to travel or do you need English for your job? I'm here to help you with all your English needs. Thank you for your valuable time, accept my best wishes for you and see you soon. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Citizen of the World I was scrolling down the list of the topics for the summative task. I was looking for something less technical, less methodical, something more 'human' I'd say. A title straight away jumped to my eyes: 'How can English influence a student's future career'. Table of Contents My Personal Experience English in My Life International Experience Career Opportunities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Listen to this blog post Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christian A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. My Personal Experience While reading that line I felt that whatever I was doing at that...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why I Wanted to Complete a TEFL Course Teaching is a profession that has always been appealing to me. Being able to share your knowledge and witness improvements with the students must be quite satisfactory. Moreover, there is quite a lot of psychology involved, and I am very keen on this topic. Each student is different from its background, culture, ideas, and emotions. Table of Contents My Experience of Learning a Second Language Teaching Qualities Personal Qualities Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sean C. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Mudita Yajnik I graduated from Colorado State University in May 2020, and decided to get a TEFL Certificate two years later. My degree was focused on secondary education, teaching English Literature. I have some experience with teaching; I have been a student teacher for a few months and I am currently working as a substitute teacher in Colorado. My only experience traveling is studying abroad in Swansea, Wales. I really enjoyed my life abroad which was my main motivation for getting a TEFL. I love to experience a new culture and travel. Read my articles The Benefits of Open-Note Tests | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mudita Yajnik TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What’s the best way to find out what your students know? Or, how much they’ve been paying attention, or what you need to revisit?...  [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. Table of Contents Personal Learning Experience Job Market Living in South Korea Teaching Methodology Teaching in Poland Working in Turkey Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was...  [Read more]

I'm a Non-Native English Teacher: How do I find a job? 09/08/2021 hey guys i'm super glad to welcome you at a new ITTT live stream um i'm going to wait for a moment um until some people um join me but uh today's topic is devoted to a really um challenging issue um for those teachers who are unaware about their abilities to uh find a job uh and i'm going to dwell upon the problem of um getting employed as a non-native speaker so basically this is a tough issue for all new teachers and for some current teachers i'm going to share my own experience but at the same time i would love to give you a piece of advice on how to build on your um successful teaching career and i should say that um actually today's live stream isn't for those people who expect that everything comes super easy and...  [Read more]

The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2021 12/17/2020 hello hello hello and welcome to another live session my name is linda from itt and you can find me on social media at linda ghost east um yeah thanks for tuning in let me just see that everything's working if you can see me and if you can hear me please um leave a comment as always you know the drill and yeah this is actually our last um live session or my last live session we have another one on tuesday from my colleague lisa but me it's my last live session before christmas and so um i wanted to get a little festive this is my attempt at being festive so um yeah that's what we're working with today um yeah if you can see me and hear me please leave a comment that would be really really awesome yay awesome it starts yeah hi...  [Read more]

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

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Simple Ideas on Teaching Grammar I think of myself as having been fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to learn other languages at a young age. I was taught French in primary school and at home, I learned or acquired Spanish. At school, I remember my language teacher being very textbook-oriented and she focused and followed the book to the "T". I picked up easily on the grammar because I had already learned Spanish at home and I was also very keen to learn foreign languages, especially French. The grammar didn't seem difficult or boring to me at all because I had already been exposed to the language at a very early age. However, many students didn't feel the same way I did and had difficulty with the subject and therefore,...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a Driver of Future Results I chose to pass "teaching English as a second language" because In my opinion I have great experience and practice in my life and I would love to give knowledge to young learners after what they could open the whole world for themselves, because the English language is international, everywhere you go, you can communicate with others. Table of Contents Great Expectations Opportunities Learning Horizons Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Iuliia K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Importance of Being a Reader for Learning Languages We live in a community where we can have everything we desire with one click, with one single device, on one single screen, we can see the infinitive things the whole world has to offer, and we do not even need to stand up from our sofa to get whatever we want. We live in a world that makes us believe that what we have is never enough; we are always seeking what is not in our house, what is not in our bag, what is not in our garden; human beings are so overwhelmed with a constant creation of any imaginable thing, there is such an overproduction that not even in a thousand years we would be able to benefit and make a true usage of everything...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Top Qualities To Teach Kindergarteners One of the most rewarding times of my life is my career of teaching kindergarten for the last fifteen years. These young learners bring curiosity, energy, and enthusiasm to the classroom. Five and six year olds are still accustomed to needing help, and making mistakes; therefore, they are less self-conscious and are eager to learn in order for them to become more self-reliant. My husband and I are embarking on a new adventure to Indonesia where I will be working in a school in the early childhood department. The information I learned from my TEFL course will be very useful. Table of Contents Create a Cheerful Environment Be patient, kind, encouraging and observant. Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Top Tips for Preparing ESL Students for Exams 10/05/2021 hey guys it's been a week it's been a week since last time and i couldn't start i couldn't wait to start this live session okay so i have to uh cut this first part uh when i start editing my live stream session after we finish it but anyway uh i couldn't wait to start this live stream session because the topic of the discussion is going to be really fun and i like to dwell upon this um idea so let me quickly uh open the presentation and while waiting for some more people to join us um i'm gonna tell you a little bit more about myself i also want to introduce itttt so i will be really short i i will be really brief on that but anyway it's like an intro part uh and if you guys are there please let me know that you can see and hear me...  [Read more]