Brazilian Valentine's Day Traditions

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Valentine's Day Cryptogram This is a fun worksheet to practice Valentine's Day vocabulary in your ESL classroom. Your students have to write the correct letters below the pictures and match the words and pictures in the box. They then have to write the correct letters below the pictures and read the poem.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Printable Valentine's Day Poster This Valentine's Day Activity Poster is perfect for your Valentine's themed lessons. Focus on love and friendship in your classroom with this interactive poster.   What does love mean to you? What is friendship to you? Have your students fill out this fun worksheet and present it to the class afterwards. Don't forget to let your students add some color to the poster.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Free Valentine's Day Letter Worksheet Have your preschool or Kindergarten students trace and write the uppercase letters on the hearts for Valentine's Day.   Trace and write the uppercase letters.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Valentine's Day Vocabulary Multiple Choice This is a printable multiple choice exercise to revise Valentine's Day vocabulary with your ESL students.   Valentine's Day is all about spreading the love. This printable ESL worksheet will do just that :)   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Valentine's Day ESL Vocabulary Worksheet This is a fun Valentine's Day ESL Word Search Puzzle Worksheet you can use in your ESL classroom to celebrate the romantic holiday.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Pronunciation Mistakes that Brazilians Make While Speaking English The origin of many non-native English speakers can be recognized by their accents. For instance, Indians, French, and German people are easily identified by their accent. However, there are accents that are not easily recognizable, and one of them is the Brazilian accent. We can recognize Brazilians while he or she speaks English by 6 mistakes in the pronunciation that only Brazilians make. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Additional Sounds Sound Replacement Say as it is Written Difficult Sounds Do you want to teach English abroad? Right Choice! Take a TEFL course. Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Monica D. Please...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Challenges for Brazilian Learners of English Brazilians are learning English all over the country, for various reasons and with diverse goals. In this text, I would like to approach some very common deviations to standard English dialects, such as General American and Received Pronunciation, by Brazilian speakers. I have chosen to address some problems in phonetics and pronunciation that are the most frequent in my classes. I also give attention to some problems in word linking that generate tough challenges for English teachers. Table of Contents Official Language Influence Pronunciation Vowels Consonants Diphthongs Linking Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Job For EFL Teacher in Porto Alegre, Brazil Date posted:2011-05-08 | Writer: Instituto de Linguas | Email: [email protected] Thank you for your inquiry and for your interest in my school. This program was developed by ASBI, a cultural exchange organization in the south of Brazil. It has been designed for native speakers of English who want to exchange ESL teaching for the opportunity to live in Brazil and become acquainted with its language and culture. This is the second time that my school is going to take part in it. TEFL qualifications are preferred but not required. Some form of ESL teaching experience is also advantageous.School semesters in Brazil last approximately from March 1st until July 20th and from August 1st to December 20th. Besides the regular semesters, I also...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! When to Use Capital Letters Knowing when and when not to capitalize is an important part of writing correct English. Most students quickly learn that you always capitalize the first letter of a new sentence, but what are the other rules?   Although mistakes with capitalization do not generally have a big affect on the readability of your written English, it is important to get it right when writing formally for work or study purposes. Fortunately, the most common rules above are quite clear and straightforward to learn. Below are a few more capitalization rules you should be aware of. Capitalize family relationships when used as proper nouns. Capitalize “Uncle Brian,” and “Grandma Betty”. Do not use capitals...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Brazil Date posted:2011-02-27 | Writer: English Oasis | Email: [email protected] We’re looking for TEFL qualified ESL instructors to teach adults in Manaus, capital of Amazonas state in Brazil. Our school specializes in teaching English language to adults. Most of our classes are one on one at the school or on the premises of multinational companies, with a few classes of between 3 and 5 students. These companies are located in different parts of the city and teachers commute by public transport to different parts of the city every day for classes. Cost of transportation is paid by the school.  Teachers usually have about 4 hours of classes spread throughout the day. There is no fixed daily schedule. Teachers should be comfortable with students at all levels, ages and...  [Read more]

TEFL in São Paulo, Brazil Date posted:2008-05-27 | Writer: Graded School | Email: [email protected] Graded School is a private, co-educational, non-sectarian, nonprofit day school for children ages 2 through 18. Middle and High School programs are essentially college preparatory in nature. Students prepare for a general American High School diploma and have the opportunity to prepare for a Brazilian High School diploma, and/or the International Baccalaureate diploma. Each year Graded recruits the best teachers from the United States, Brazil and around the world to join our school. Personal interviews with our administrative team usually take place at various international hiring fairs in December and February or through phone or video at any time. We request that applicants send...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Brazil Date posted:2016-06-09 | Writer: S&K | Email: [email protected] Schütz & Kanomata (S&K) is an ESL school located in Santa Cruz do Sul, a mid-size town in the south of Brazil, with a two-semester program designed for native level speakers of English that want to exchange kindergarten and EFL teaching for the opportunity of living in Brazil and learning its language and culture. We provide comfortable accommodations and payment above the cost of living. Our Brazilian Language & Culture program includes Portuguese instruction, occasional weekend tours, and a safe and pleasant environment. The emphasis in our school is on communicative work, using learner-centered, motivational, participatory classroom activities. Desired qualifications:...  [Read more]

TEFL Natal | TEFL Brazil Our TEFL course in Brazil is located in the amazing coastal city of Natal. Aptly known as the ‘City of Sun’, Natal enjoys a pleasant 360 days of sunshine a year, with a comfortable average temperature of 28°C. Natal is also easily accessible from both Europe and North America as its pivotal location in the north east of the country means it receives direct flights from a number of major cities around the world. Natal is particularly famous for having the best air quality in the whole of the Americas and is also blessed with more than 20 incredible beaches, each with crystal clear waters and beautiful coral reefs. During the weekends you will be free to relax on the beach of your choice and soak up the equatorial sun, although with so many other attractions...  [Read more]

BRAZIL UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY - START IMMEDIATELY Date posted:2022-09-04 | Writer: Speaking Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Centro de Cultura Americana Ltda. Speaking, a language school located in Itajuba, Minas Gerais, Brazil, is looking for a young, enthusiastic, very committed and energetic professional, who is willing to work hard (one semester to a year contract). Bachelors degree and ESL certification preferred.- School has offered English, Spanish, French and German for the past 27 years - New, comfortable location with modern facilities - Team of 6 foreign and 18 Brazilian teachers working with 400+ students - Students' ranging from ages 12 to 40, majority being university students - Position available is to teach around 30 hours per week from Monday to Saturday - Classes...  [Read more]

Exciting Opportunity For EFL Teachers in Mexico Date posted:2015-07-02 | Writer: Dunham Institute | Email: [email protected] Dunham Institute is looking for TEFL qualified teachers to participate in our language exchange program.  Immerse yourself in culture, language and gain valuable teaching experience.  You will receive homestay with a local family, 2 hours of Spanish lessons a day, in exchange for teaching 3 1/2 hours of English to children and adults. Program benefits: * You will gain valuable EFL teaching experience with children, adolescents, as well as adults. In addition, you will be exposed to a variety of levels; beginners to upper intermediate being the most common * The 5 month period is a good period of time necessary to see changes in...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English to Spanish Speakers The accelerated growth of English as a global language has made people from all around the world realize how important this one is nowadays, even in our everyday life we find English words and content wherever we look, technology, movies, tv, business, and internet are only some of them. Therefore, people from different nationalities around the globe, show a lot of interest in learning the English language. This time we are going to focus on Latin and Hispanic students and the challenges that these Spanish speakers encounter when learning English. Table of Contents Differences between Spanish and Latino Students Common roots Challenges in English Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

EFL Teacher Urgently Required in Brazil Date posted:2019-02-07 | Writer: Speaking Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Centro de Cultura Americana Ltda. (Speaking Idiomas), a language school located in Itajuba, Minas Gerais, Brazil, is looking for a young, enthusiastic, committed and energetic native level English speaking professional, who is willing to work hard (one semester to a year contract). Bachelor’s degree and TESOL certification preferred. DETAILS: - School has offered English, Spanish, French and German for the past 23 years - New, comfortable location with modern facilities - Team of 5 foreign and 10 Brazilian teachers working with 400+ students - Students' ranging from ages 12 to 40, majority being university students - Position available is to teach around 35...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in Brazil? Brazil, with its population exceeding 200 million, thriving economy, and remarkably multicultural society, presents abundant opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. The country's top features include a pleasant climate, a laid-back beach lifestyle, amazing cuisine, and a warm reception, all of which entice thousands of international teachers to choose Brazil as their destination each year. If you seek an exhilarating country with a wealth of teaching positions and a diverse range of locations to choose from, look no further than Brazil, the vibrant home of Carnival. What are the requirements for teaching English in Brazil? The primary requirement for teaching English in Brazil is a TEFL certification from a recognized course provider,...  [Read more]

Unique TEFL Opportunity in Brazil Date posted:2018-02-19 | Writer: Speaking Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Speaking Idiomas, a language school located in Itajuba, is looking for a young, enthusiastic, committed and energetic TEFL trained professional, who is willing to work hard (one semester to a year contract). Bachelor’s degree and ESL certification preferred, (if you also speak German, please mention it).  Itajuba is a university town located in the state of Minas Gerais, four hours north east of Sao Paulo and four hours west of Rio de Janeiro. DETAILS: - School has offered English, Spanish, French and German for the past 23 years - New, comfortable location with modern facilities - Team of 5 foreign and 10 Brazilian teachers working with 400+ students -...  [Read more]

Exciting EFL Teaching Opportunity in Eastern Morocco! Date posted:2018-07-05 | Writer: American Language Center Oujda | Email: [email protected] The American Language Center of Oujda is looking for dedicated and adventurous TEFL trained individuals who wish to teach English in Morocco. Oujda is a prospering non-touristic city just one hour south of the Mediterranean coast with a beautiful surrounding countryside.  ALC Oujda is a great, unique place to work in a relaxed atmosphere while living and traveling in Morocco. The more experienced EFL teacher can excel with our higher levels, TOEFL classes, Business English and other projects, while developing teachers have a great opportunity to hone their teaching skills while advancing in the TESOL field. We also provide...  [Read more]

Unique EFL Teaching Opportunity in Mexico Date posted:2014-05-20 | Writer: Dunham Institute | Email: [email protected] We´re a small, friendly and intimate language school based in the idyllic location of Chiapa de Corzo, the oldest town in the rural state of Chiapas in Mexico. If you are a recently qualified TEFL graduate, our school is an ideal place to begin your career. We provide affordable opportunities to the families of the local community to learn English from native speakers, creating a comfortable, enjoyable learning environment with a small dedicated team and we also use these classes to provide Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) experience for those wishing to begin a career teaching abroad. Language Exchange Program Benefits: You will gain...  [Read more]

TEFL in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Date posted:2007-03-01 | Writer: The London School | Email: [email protected] The London School offers an incredible opportunity for TEFL teachers.Foreign teachers only teach 4 days a week, with just four 80 min lessons a day. Teachers are provided with a large and comfortable apartment, free of charge. Teachers are paid every two weeks, with a monthly stipend towards return airfare. Accomodation is free. Email us for details. Teachers take one week of vacation at Easter, two weeks in summer and another two weeks at Christmas.During the summer months, the school organizes excursions to the nearby mountains, where teachers can relax and take in the wonderful scenery.Cultural trips are also available so that teachers are introduced to the legendary Kyrgyz...  [Read more]

School in Brazil Hiring EFL Teacher Date posted:2018-07-09 | Writer: Centro de Cultura Americana Ltda. Speaking. | Email: [email protected] Centro de Cultura Americana Ltda. Speaking, a language school located in Itajuba, Minas Gerais, Brazil, is looking for a young, enthusiastic, committed and energetic TEFL professional, who is willing to work hard (one semester to a year contract). Bachelors degree and ESL certification preferred. (if you speak English and German, please mention it). Itajuba is a university town located in the state of Minas Gerais, four hours north east of Sao Paulo and four hours west of Rio de Janeiro. ABOUT US: - School has offered English, Spanish, French and German for the past 23 years - New, comfortable location with modern facilities - Team of 5...  [Read more]

English Teachers Wanted in Mexico Date posted:2023-02-26 | Writer: Berlitz | Email: [email protected] A Tradition of Success and Innovation. The Berlitz Method has revolutionized language training around the world. Berlitz has helped millions learn new languages to communicate more effectively. With more than 140 years of experience delivering language services to people around the globe, Berlitz enjoys a deserved reputation as one of the world’s most respected language teaching organizations.Berlitz is currently looking for teachers to be part of our teams in the following cities of Guadalajara, San Luis Potosi, and Tijuana.You will be responsible for the delivery of quality English as a Second Language teaching programs to our clients on a day-to-day basis....  [Read more]

Position Teaching EFL in Mexico Date posted:2018-08-07 | Writer: John F. Kennedy High School | Email: [email protected] John F. Kennedy High School is located in the city of Tehuacán, in Puebla State, Mexico, and has an immediate opportunity for a TEFL qualified teacher. The school was founded 47 years ago and it has an excellent reputation as our graduates continue their education in the best Universities of the country. Most of our teaching staff have been with us for more than 10 years and they have created a great team that pursues our philosophy and values in every event and activity. Throughout the school year we hold important artistic, cultural and traditional events which a lot of people in our town look forward to, besides the student community. The school is recognized for its...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in Brazil? To secure an English teaching job in Brazil, obtaining a TEFL certification is paramount. Prior professional teaching experience isn't generally a prerequisite. Brazil offers a multitude of opportunities due to its vast population and booming economy. In-person interviews are common, so it's beneficial to be in Brazil during the job search. The country's diverse culture, inviting climate, and iconic festivities like Carnival make it a top destination for many international teachers. Table of Contents What are the requirements for teaching English in Brazil? What are the visa requirements for teaching English in Brazil? Should I work on a tourist visa in Brazil? What is the best way to apply for English teaching jobs in Brazil? What are the...  [Read more]

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences How A TEFL Certificate Can Help You Open Your Own English Language School I learned English when I was 20 after my family and I decided to immigrate to Canada from Brazil. I hadn't had much exposure to the English language prior to the move. 25 years have gone by, and now I have the opportunity to teach English back in my home country of Brazil! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Take our 4-week in-class course in Natal, Brazil, and start your own TEFL adventure! This post was written by our ITTT graduate George K. After coming back to my small hometown in the Brazilian countryside a couple of years ago, I met one of my childhood friends, Rodrigo. He had just opened a...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 Mark Crocker Destinations The Top 5 Places to Teach English in Brazil As one of the world's largest and most populated countries, Brazil offers a wealth of opportunities for TEFL certified teachers. In recent years, the country's rapid economic development has fueled further growth in the job market with a huge increase in business-related English teaching jobs in particular. Positions can be found in all major towns and cities throughout the country, but the following 5 areas are where you will find the biggest selection of teaching jobs to choose from. Table of Contents Rio de Janeiro São Paulo Florianopolis Salvador Brasilia Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English in Brazil? Related Articles: Rio de Janeiro Rio's international fame as a...  [Read more]

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Education in China: What a Prospective EFL Teacher Should Know The experience of living and working abroad for sure will give us another vision of the world. If you have been in China, enough you will learn to be more patient and tolerant. Live with another culture is not easy, and we learn how to be flexible. We are different, we live differently, our environment is different, our beliefs, our politeness, our food, etc. Table of Contents Habits and Traditions Performance Evaluation Responsibilities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ana P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 Rhea Latchu Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching in South America: The Pros and Cons With an emerging economy and a globalized society, is there a better choice than the continent of South America to work as an EFL teacher? Table of Contents 1. Picture Perfect Voyages 2. Cuisine 3. Plethora of Cultures 4. The Latin Way of Life 1. Inefficiency and Poor Infrastructure 2. Salary So, Are You Ready To Teach in South America? Related Articles: The cultures of South American countries are welcoming and warm. As a continent, they are known for their sensual dances, delicious food, and friendly people. This region is also recognized for its exotic flora and fauna. However, the chances for an EFL teacher to get rich working in South America are limited. While the wages...  [Read more]