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General English Course Books for Adults There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the ESL classroom. The main publishers are Oxford University Press and Cambridge University Press. These two publishers produce course books across a range of ESL sectors including, young learners, adults, business English, and English for specific purposes. General English course books for adults will include topics geared towards the interest of adults such as the world of work, entertainment, socialising etc. They will also have more detailed explanations of grammar than you would find in books aimed at young learners. The majority of these course books can be ordered directly through the’ websites of the publishers, online from Amazon or in the EFL section at your local...  [Read more]

Cambridge Exams Many EFL students study English in order to pass exams that will enable them to gain a visa for a particular country, go to university abroad or to prove their English ability for a job. The Cambridge English exams are some of the most popular in the world and include exams tailored towards young learners, general English skills, academic English and business English. Throughout your career as an English teacher you are likely to have students that need help in preparing for one of these exams. Young Learners Cambridge English: Young Learners These tests are designed for children in primary or lower-secondary education. There are three tests in total which are: Starters, Movers, and Flyers. Each test covers reading, writing, listening and speaking. The tests are...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Great ESP and EAP Course Books and Where to Find Them What are ESP and EAP? English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is an area of English language teaching and learning that encompasses business English and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) as well as courses that teach English needed for specific jobs and industries. As a qualified TEFL teacher you will likely teach ESP in some form and in this post I'll look at course books aimed at teaching English to those in certain professions such as finance, law, tourism, medicine and aviation as well as books used for teaching EAP. EAP focuses on the language and skills needed for students to study in English at university level. As with other English teaching, EAP deals with reading, writing,...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Improve Your Young Learners Classes with these 30 Course Books TEFL teachers both new and experienced will benefit from having a range of course books to draw on for their lessons. General English course books for young learners differ from those for adults in a number of ways. Obviously the types of topics will be geared towards the interests of younger people but there are also differences in the way the language is presented. Course books for adults will generally have sections with explicit presentations of a grammar point,whereas books for young learners do not usually cover grammar in detail. Table of Contents Oxford University Press course books for young learners Cambridge University Press course books for young...  [Read more]

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 14 Course Books to Improve Your Business English Classes Business English falls under the umbrella of English for Specific Purposes (ESP), and is an area of English language teaching that focuses on the language students need in order to function in an international business setting. It is a popular sector for qualified TEFL teachers to work in and one that can be financially rewarding. Students taking business English classes will generally already have a reasonable level of English language ability and course books tend to be aimed at pre-intermediate level students and above but there are books aimed at lower level students. Table of Contents Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Collins ELT Are you...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 12 Course Books to Improve Your General English Lessons for Adults As a newly qualified TEFL teacher the chances are you will be working for a school which supplies its teachers with all the resources needed to teach successful lessons based on a set course. This article shows a selection of the course books that are available for teaching general English course to adults from a number of publishers in the TEFL industry. Table of Contents Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Are you ready to teach English to adults all over the world? Related Articles: There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the TEFL classroom. The main publishers are Oxford University...  [Read more]

TEFL in Spain - Vilanova i la Geltru, Barcelona Date posted:2006-10-26 | Writer: British School | Email: [email protected] Fully qualified and experienced EFL teacher required for immediate start. Experience with Young Learners, teenagers, adults and knowledge of Cambridge ESOL exams essential. We are a language school specialising in teachingEnglish as a Second Language. We teach English at nursery, elementary, intermediate and advanced levels, and prepare our students for University of Cambridge Local Examinations. The school has a student roll of about 700 each schoolyear, ranging from nursery, children, teenagers to adults. Experience with Young Learners, teenagers, adults and knowledge of Cambridge ESOL exams essential. Only EU applicants please. Contact: British...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 11 Cambridge English Exams You Need to Know About Right Now! A large number of EFL students study English to pass exams that will enable them to gain a visa for a particular country, go to university abroad or to prove their English ability for a job. The Cambridge English exams are some of the most popular in the world and include exams tailored towards young learners, general English skills, academic English and business English. Table of Contents Cambridge English: Young Learners ESOL Skills for Life Cambridge English: Key Cambridge English: Preliminary Cambridge English: First Cambridge English: Advanced Cambridge English: Proficiency IELTS Cambridge English: Business Certificates Cambridge English: Legal Cambridge English: Financial...  [Read more]

CELTA and Trinity Courses in Mexico City Mexico is a diverse and exciting country that is also one of the biggest employers of foreign English language teachers in the world. If you plan on teaching English abroad, Mexico is surely one of the best destinations for taking a CELTA course before you apply for your first job. Throughout the country you will come across breathtaking relics of the country’s ancient past that goes all the way back to the Aztec Empire and beyond. Mexico City is the country’s dynamic capital where you will find a vast melting pot of cultures from all over the world. The city is a wonderful mix of old and new, with modern developments and peaceful parks and gardens alongside ancient monuments and other relics of the city’s long history. Our training center is...  [Read more]

TEFL Certificate Greece Capital city Athens Language Greek Currency Euro Typical TEFL teacher salary 900 euro per month Major TEFL locations Athens Thessaloniki   The Country Generally speaking, there are openings for teaching English as a foreign language in Greece and an assortment of private language schools need good teachers. With our certificate and subsequent lifetime assistance finding jobs — you can rest assured that if there’s a job on offer in Greece, we’ll help you find it. Teaching is geared towards younger learners, but there are teaching possibilities in other areas. The salaries in Greece may appear to be low, but in relation to the cost of living, they are more than sufficient. Along with an internationally recognized TEFL certificate, such as that...  [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]

Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? When choosing between TEFL and CELTA, it is essential to understand their specific strengths: In essence, while both certifications are valuable, the choice between TEFL and CELTA largely depends on your target teaching audience and career goals. Table of Contents What does TEFL mean? What does CELTA mean? Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? What if a course doesn't meet this criteria? Does the location of the course affect its quality? What does TEFL mean? TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, broadly encompasses any training or certification aimed at individuals who wish to teach English, whether locally, abroad, or online. It does not denote a specific course or certification. Upon researching, you will find countless TEFL course providers...  [Read more]

Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? Navigating the world of English teaching, especially as a newcomer, can be overwhelming given the numerous acronyms such as TEFL and CELTA. Both are recognized and hold significant value in the teaching community, but their meaning and comparison can still cause a bit of confusion. Let's demystify what each one represents and discuss their comparative merit. What does TEFL mean? TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, broadly encompasses any training or certification aimed at individuals who wish to teach English, whether locally, abroad, or online. It does not denote a specific course or certification. Upon researching, you will find countless TEFL course providers offering a variety of courses differing in duration, cost, and quality. TEFL's twin...  [Read more]

EFL Teaching Position in Portugal Date posted:2023-11-18 | Writer: CAA English Language School | Email: [email protected] If you would like the experience of teaching in a small but successful school in the historical Roman town of Chaves in the north of Portugal, 10km from the Galician (Spanish) border, then we would love to hear from you.CAA English was founded in 1993 in Chaves and in 1994 in Vila Real (capital of the district) by a family of enthusiastic English teachers. The school in Chaves has about 250 students and a staff of 6 teachers. We are recognized by the Portuguese Ministry of Education and by the University of Cambridge as a centre of excellence in the ESOL Exams Preparation with very positive results. CAA English lessons emphasize communication in a friendly,...  [Read more]

EFL teachers for Russia - September Start Date posted:2024-04-04 | Writer: WINDSOR school | Email: [email protected] WINDSOR school in Togliatti, Russia is currently looking for an English teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year (start date - September 2024).If you feel like you are a person who likes Russian culture and would like to live in the country of Dostoevsky then this is your chance! Benefits:- a company-sponsored work visa- medical insurance, annual medical checkups- a one-way ticket home upon successful completion of the contract- airport transfer service- shared accommodation in conveniently located, Russian-style apartments with a cleaning service- a pay rate of 600 rubles per 1 academic hour (1 academic hour = 40 minutes), which is about 13$ per one group lesson (the...  [Read more]

English Teacher for 2022-23 Academic Year in Spain Date posted:2022-07-14 | Writer: Moon English | Email: [email protected] MoonEnglish, an established academy in a residential area of Cáceres, is currently hiring a teacher of young learners (aged 4 to 10) for the 2022-23 academic year.The class size is 8-11 students and the focus is on communication and Cambridge Young Learners exam preparation (YL). We are looking for teachers who create fun, engaging classes that get students speaking in English and who are interested in learning about YL exams.This full-time position (22 contact hours per week) also involves two adult classes, which may be General English or Exam Preparation. A part-time option without any adults is possible if the teacher prefers (18 contact hours per week. Details...  [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 Teacher Needed in Germany Date posted:2024-01-28 | Writer: Dualingo - Bilinguale Ganztagsgrundchule Jena | Email: [email protected] The DUALINGO bilingual all-day primary school, run by the DRK-Kreisverband Jena-Eisenberg-Stadtroda e.V. (German Red Cross), is the only school in Thuringia to offer in-depth foreign language learning from Year 1. Our school is state-recognised. Our work is based on the Thuringian School Act, the curricula, the education plan and, above all, our school concept.Some of our pupils are taught bilingually. We work together in an international team of German, English and French teachers.To support our team at the DUALINGO bilingual all-day primary school in Jena, we are looking for an English Teacher/native level speakers (m/f/d) with teaching experience...  [Read more]

Teach English in Ankara, Turkey Date posted:2003-10-27 | Writer: Bilkent University | Email: [email protected] Bilkent University invites suitably qualified native speaker instructors for positions within the School of English Language (B.U.S.E.L.). Candidates may apply for one, or both, of 2 possible career orientations: * either, as instructors within the English Language Preparatory Program focused on developing academic English, teaching at a variety of levels from Foundation to Pre-Faculty courses; * or, as instructors in the Faculty Academic English Program focused on content-based instruction, teaching credit bearing courses as part of undergraduate or graduate degree programs. Teaching loads vary, depending on the program, up to a maximum of 25 contact hours per week. ...  [Read more]

Full-Time Teaching Positions for 2023-24 Academic Year in Cáceres, Spain Date posted:2023-05-14 | Writer: Moon English | Email: [email protected] MoonEnglish is a growing academy with more than 15 years of experience in a residential area of Cáceres. Our focus is on Cambridge exam preparation and integrating language skills through project-based methods.We are currently hiring teachers for the 2023-24 academic year and are looking for enthusiastic professionals who create fun, engaging classes that get students speaking in English.There is one position with a focus on young learners (aged 4 to 10) and one position with a focus on older primary students and teens (aged 10 to 16). Both are full-time positions (22 contact hours) and also involve some adult classes, which may be General...  [Read more]

English Teachers Needed in Ciudad Real, Spain Date posted:2021-06-28 | Writer: inlingua Ciudad Real | Email: [email protected] Job Summary:Not only are we the biggest English academy in Ciudad Real, we are a Cambridge English Premium Preparation Centre and we have vacancies for motivated and qualified EFL teachers, from September 2021 to June 2022 .To teach between 20 and 25 hours a week to students aged from 3 to adults. One-to-one lessons are also available. We offer a renewable contract and paid holidays. Help with looking for accommodation. Competitive salary. Covid-19 health and safety regulations to protect staff and students.Details of Position:Being a well-established school since 2009, we specializes in the teaching of English as a foreign language. But also offer classes in...  [Read more]

TEFL Position for a School in Krakow, Poland Date posted:2019-02-19 | Writer: The Stairway School of English | Email: [email protected] The Stairway School of English is a long-established and successful English-language school located in the centre of Krakow, Poland and we have immediate full and part-time positions available for committed ELT professionals. We teach groups of adults (including some teenagers, maximum 10 students per group) at all levels from elementary to proficiency. Some of our students take the Cambridge and IELTS exams. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Pay is very satisfactory and you will be able to live comfortably. We can provide help with finding accommodation and any paperwork which moving to Poland necessitates (minimal for EU citizens). REQUIREMENTS:...  [Read more]

What is the difference between TEFL, TESOL and CELTA? In the field of English language teaching, acronyms like TEFL, TESOL, and CELTA frequently surface, often leading to confusion for both newcomers and seasoned educators. While course providers, job boards, and teaching resources brim with these acronyms, understanding their distinctions is crucial. So, what sets TEFL, TESOL, and CELTA apart? Table of Contents What does TEFL mean? What does TESOL mean? What does CELTA mean? Which type of course should I choose? What if a course doesn't meet this criteria? Does the quality of a training course vary by location? What does TEFL mean? TEFL stands for 'Teaching English as a Foreign Language.' A prevalent term in the world of teaching English overseas, TEFL isn't tied to a specific...  [Read more]

TEFL in Ecuador - Quito Date posted:2006-11-16 | Writer: Key Language Services | Email: [email protected] Key Language Services (KLS) is a British-run language school which has been operating in Quito since 1994. It is currently run by three partners who are ex-British Council teachers. KLS is a respected name in the local business community having built up a solid reputation and client base over the last 14 years. Our nomination as the authorised University of Cambridge exam centre for the Ecuadorian highlands in September 2001 means that we now administer all the Cambridge ESOL exams in schools, universities and companies. We also hold monthly IELTS exam sessions in conjunction with the British Council in Bogotá ¡nd administer exams for various British universities. There is therefore...  [Read more]

Education Coordinator for TEFL in Belast, Northern Ireland Date posted:2002-12-10 | Writer: Queen\'s University Belfast | Email: [email protected] The Institute of Lifelong Learning at Queen's University Belfast, Northern Ireland is seeking a temporary DELTA trainer to take over a Cambridge DELTA programme which has been running since September 2002. The starting date for the position is 6 January, and the contract will terminate on 30 June. ESSENTIAL: - UCLES approved DELTA tutor - ability to provide input covering all aspects of the DELTA syllabus - ability to supervise practical teaching assignments, including lesson observation and feedback - experience in the administration of DELTA programmes, including liaison with UCLES DESIRABLE: - UCLES CELTA approval - Masters degree in...  [Read more]

English Teacher Wanted in Czech Republic Date posted:2022-05-18 | Writer: The Philadelphia Academy | Email: [email protected] The Philadelphia Academy is looking for an experienced and qualified native speaker to join us for next school year.Complete support is guaranteed.Czech lessons and methodical training are possible. Details of PositionWe are looking for an experienced and qualified native English teacher to join our teaching staff and stay till June 2023 or longer.The school is situated in the centre of Mlada Boleslav (Central Bohemia). We offer a rich resource centre - 8 classrooms, free access to the photocopier, computer with an access to net (free e-mail and Internet privileges), WiFi, library. The school uses the highest quality materials from major British publishers...  [Read more]

Positions For TEFL Qualified Teachers in Russia Date posted:2018-06-06 | Writer: Windsor English Language School | Email: [email protected] Windsor English Language School is a friendly, independent establishment, looking for native level speakers EFL teachers in our schools in Moscow to start in August 2018. We provide a range of general and specialized courses to students and professionals. In addition to general English, our school provides IELTS preparation and ESP courses in finance, law, business and content-based courses in a range of subjects. We are an IELTS Pre-testing Centre and an official partner of University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. We work closely with the Moscow Examination Centre, and many of our teachers, once sufficiently experienced, go on to become certified...  [Read more]

Job Teaching TEFL in Moscow, Russia Date posted:2005-05-25 | Writer: inlingua | Email: [email protected] Inlingua Moscow is seeking qualified experienced English teachers for our language center in Moscow. We are specialized in teaching corporate and individual clients (adults only) in our center and in our clients offices. We offer a wide range of modern and rare languages, general and business as well as tailor-made programmes. Successful candidates will be expected: - to be professional, energetic and well-organized, - to teach in our clientí offices as well as in our center. Applicants must have one of the following qualifications: - Cambridge CELTA - Trinity TESOL - MA in TESOL - IHCYL / CELTYL - Equal TEFL certificate - University Degree in Linguistics - University Degree and...  [Read more]

TEFL in Jalisco, Mexico Date posted:2007-02-01 | Writer: International Cambridge Training Center | Email: [email protected] Immediate opening for a dynamic, charismatic, and dedicated teacher! I.C.T.C. in Cuidad Guzman, Jalisco, is looking for a qualified teacher available to start A.S.A.P.! International Cambridge Training Center is a leader in its field with approximately 250 students and growing. We offer classes from kindergarten to adults, and encourage our teachers to employ communicative and dynamic methods. Due to unexpected growth we are now looking for one more teacher to join our dedicated team. Competitive salary and great working environment offered. Help with finding accommodations and settling-in also provided. Ciudad Guzman is located in the South of Jalisco, in the...  [Read more]

English Teacher Required in Cáceres, Spain - September 2023 Date posted:2023-07-28 | Writer: Academia Easy English | Email: [email protected] We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable teachers who enjoy teaching a mixture of ages and levels.The position involves teaching English to children, teenagers and adults at our two academies in the centre of Cáceres. You will form part of a motivated, friendly team and receive full support throughout the year from the Director of Studies.Teachers plan & prepare classes, carry out term evaluations 3 times a year and can participate in cultural workshops. Many pupils take Cambridge exams and teachers help them prepare for these.Classes have a maximum of 10 pupils and teachers are provided with books and digital material.We also offer...  [Read more]