Certificate To Teach English As A Second Language

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Significance and Benefits of Completing a TEFL Course Is formal education and training such as a TEFL course necessary to be an effective and successful teacher of English? Some may argue that as long as there is a sound knowledge of the subject, teaching English especially to speakers of other languages is easy and straightforward. However, exhibiting knowledge of a subject matter is very different from having the ability to teach the subject to other people. To become a good teacher, there are specific qualities, skills, and techniques that must be demonstrated and applied in teaching. A TEFL course or certificate can provide and encourage these skills and techniques to achieve successful language teaching. Table of Contents...  [Read more]

Opportunity teaching TEFL in Bangkok, Thailand Date posted:2004-03-03 | Writer: Kids Square | Email: [email protected] It is our aim to provide our students with specifically designed courses, which reflect the needs of the individual-using flexible, fun and practical methods both in school and at our centre. We also provide courses for companies and private organizations that require their personnel to be at least bilingual. The employability of people largely depends upon their academic qualification, linked to their ability to communicate in at least one foriegn language. Our business mission is based on the concept of giving our student: the highest quality of professionalism at fair price within a comfortable, friendly learning and warm environment where everybody works as...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Obtain a TEFL Certificate? The question posed to many of those that are obtaining their certificate to teach English as a foreign language is what are the advantages of having one. This question can have several different answers for many different people. One of the main advantages of obtaining a certificate to teach English as a foreign language is to obtain steady employment. Table of Contents Career perspective Travel Life-long learning Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate David S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Career perspective Teaching English to those that...  [Read more]

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Online or In-Class TEFL Certification: Which Option to Choose? TEFL/TESOL stands for Teaching English as a foreign language, whether you are a native speaker which means you are born in an English-speaking country or a non-native speaker which means you are not, you can get a TEFL certificate to be a certified English teacher. It's a certificate for those who wish to teach English as a second language with minimal or no teaching experience. Students who wish to learn English as a second language are known as ELLs which stands for English Language learners. Table of Contents Demand in English-Teaching Specialists Differences Between Online and In-Class Study Course Contents Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

TEFL in Abu Dhabi, UAE Date posted:2005-03-29 | Writer: ELS Language Centers Middle East | Email: [email protected] ELS Language Centers/Abu Dhabi has openings for EFL instructors. The positions are available on a male, single status basis and will be assigned to contract employment work on-site at oil companiesí facilities. A. Instructor qualifications: 1. Native speakers of English either from the U.S.A., Canada, U.K. or Australia. 2. College or university degree. 3. Certificate in teaching English as a second or foreign language (TESL or TEFL). 4. Minimum of three years teaching experience. 5. Mature, responsible with strong cross-cultural skills. B. Benefits/salary packages given will be as listed below: 1. Tax-free monthly salary totaling 12, 000 Dhs (US$3, 290.00) with...  [Read more]

Does TEFL get you a job? Acquiring a TEFL certificate can be a pivotal step for those aspiring to teach English abroad. While it is not a guaranteed job ticket, in numerous countries and among many employers, a TEFL certification is the primary qualification sought. While some regions might prioritize candidates with a bachelor's degree, there is an extensive list of destinations where a TEFL certificate alone can open doors to teaching opportunities, whether you are a seasoned educator or just starting out. Table of Contents Is it easy to find a job once I have completed a TEFL course? Where can I teach with a TEFL course? How can I find a job with a TEFL certificate? What type of TEFL course is best for teaching? Is it easy to find a job once I have completed a TEFL course? With an...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 May 2023 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Why You Should Take a TEFL or TESOL Course Right Now In this blog post, we discuss some of the main reasons for taking a TEFL or TESOL course now rather than later. Why does it make sense to do it sooner rather than later. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Reason #1: It makes sense to take a course now is from a financial standpoint. Choosing your TEFL or TESOL course. Work through the course. Receive your certificate. Apply for jobs. Start your teaching career. Reason # 2: Take advantage of as many options or opportunities as possible. Reason # 3: A TEFL/TESOL Certificate never expires. Reason #4: You'll have more time to get your mind ready. Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related...  [Read more]

Does TEFL get you a job? Do you want to teach English abroad, but are not sure if a TEFL certificate is going to get you there? The good news is that, as most countries and individual employers do not require an advanced teaching license, a TEFL certificate is usually enough to land a job in many areas. In some countries a bachelor's degree is also required, but there are still plenty of others where having a TEFL certificate is all you need. Is it easy to find a job once I have completed a TEFL course? It is estimated that over a billion individuals are learning English around the world. This, paired with an English teacher shortage in many countries, is fantastic news for TEFL teachers because it demonstrates that TEFL jobs are widely available all around the world. Teachers who take a...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Kuwait (2) Date posted:2013-11-20 | Writer: UAC Kuwait | Email: [email protected] One of the largest training centers in Kuwait is looking for an English Teacher (full time position). Incorporated in 2008, United Arab Company (UAC) is headquartered in Kuwait and is a part of Faisal Al-Rasheed Group with major investments in Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Egypt. To qualify for the position you MUST meet the following requirements: * Female, native level English speaker   * Experienced in teaching ESL to kids and adults * Meet one of the following education/experience thresholds: 1) Hold a Bachelor or Master degree in Teaching English as a Second Language/English as a Second Language (ESL)/English as a Foreign Language (EFL)/English for Speakers of Other...  [Read more]

English Grammar -- Present Simple -- Forming Questions -- Teaching English Second Language   The structure of the question form of the Present Simple tense is the topic for this ITTT video. The positive and negative forms are discussed in other videos. Question Form: auxiliary verb 'do/does' + subject + base form of the verb Do I/you/we/they teach? Does he/she/it teach? Teaching English as a second language is an exciting and rewarding experience. The major qualifications necessary to gain a position teaching English as a second language are an internationally recognized TEFL or TESOL Certificate. ITTT has a range of courses that will provide you with the skills to begin your career teaching English as a second language. If you are interested in gaining your qualification follow the...  [Read more]

How to teach EFL EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language and is to almost all purposes the same as ESL, English as a Second Language. These two are also equivalent to ESOL which means, English to Speakers of Other Languages. For each of these terms, when we talk about the teaching of them, we add a ‘T’ to the front of each acronym and hence we arrive at the terms TEFL, TESL and TESOL. As they are basically the same we will refer to just one from here on, TEFL for the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language and EFL for English as a Foreign Language. TEFL qualifications Almost all TEFL teaching positions require a minimum qualification of a 100 to 120-hour TEFL certification. Courses provided to cover this certification are usually delivered by one of three methods, namely,...  [Read more]

How to teach EFL EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language and is to almost all purposes the same as ESL, English as a Second Language. These two are also equivalent to ESOL which means, English to Speakers of Other Languages. For each of these terms, when we talk about the teaching of them, we add a ?T' to the front of each acronym and hence we arrive at the terms TEFL, TESL and TESOL. As they are basically the same we will refer to just one from here on, TEFL for the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language and EFL for English as a Foreign Language. Table of Contents TEFL qualifications Onsite courses Online courses Combined courses Teaching jobs TEFL qualifications Almost all TEFL teaching positions require a minimum qualification of a 100 to 120-hour TEFL certification. Courses...  [Read more]

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Benefits You Can Get if You Obtain a TEFL Certificate More and more persons enjoy traveling and even make it their lifetime hobby! More young couples and families are hungry to discover new cultures and love meeting like-minded people. Sometimes mature individuals, who find themselves in different circumstances, either by choice or not, are looking for a change and wish to learn a new skill that would give them something worthwhile to do on their travels. These are only just a few reasons why someone would want to complete a TEFL course. Table of Contents More Freedom Practical Skills More Opportunities Are you ready to get your TEFL certificate? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Summer Job Teaching English in Wales Date posted:2019-04-15 | Writer: Celtic English Academy | Email: [email protected] Celtic English Academy, established in 2004, is a friendly and welcoming British Council accredited English language school in the centre of Cardiff. For the past 14 years we have been offering a range of classes to both adults and younger learners. Due to the success of our 2018 Junior Summer Programme, we will be expanding our summer school in North Wales. So come and join us for a fantastic summer using your TEFL skills in the seaside city of Bangor, starting Monday 8th July for between 3 and 5 weeks. We take pride in our small class sizes, great teachers and wonderful support staff. The aim of Junior Summer Programme is to provide students aged 11-17 with...  [Read more]

Locations Intensive TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Locations Intensive TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts D.C. - U.S.A. said: Online TEFL vs Onsite TEFLTEFL, an abbreviation for teaching English as a foreign language, refers to native english speakers teaching English to foreigners. Teaching English has always been around however it is becoming a much more popular profession. Although most schools require some kind of degree in teaching or a tesol certificate, a lot of the teaching English programs simply require the applicant to be a native english speaker and a...  [Read more]

Sat, 17 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 37 Key English Teaching Terms Explained As with most professions the world of [Teaching English as a Foreign Language](37 Key English Teaching Terms Explained) has many of its own particular and sometimes peculiar terms and jargon. Getting to grips with the wide array of acronyms in the industry can sometimes feel like learning a whole new language! So if you have trouble telling the difference between your IWB and your OHP this article is a great guide to what's what in the English language teaching industry. Table of Contents Certification Teaching Methods Disciplines Technology/Resources Classroom Activities Teaching Programs Miscellaneous Are you ready to start teaching English abroad? Related Articles: Certification Two of the most...  [Read more]

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a World Language English is considered a universal language, mainly because it is widely spoken all over the world. English was originally the language of England. Its expansion became imperative due to the dominance in world trade, religion, technology, tourism, education and so on. UK expansion and incursion of the USA as the first world power saw the migration of the English language all over the world. About 70 countries adopt the English language as their official language and statistics have it that the English language is one of the easiest languages to learn when compared with other languages like Chinese, French, German or Spanish. Table of Contents English Prevalence English in Asia ESL Career Difficulties Do...  [Read more]

English Teaching Positions Available in China Date posted:2023-05-24 | Writer: Seadragon Education | Email: [email protected] We have a number of English Teaching Jobs to fill in Shenzhen China. TEFL Job China Public School - Middle/Primary School Positions – Shenzhen September 2023 IntakeSeaDragon Education (SDE) is sponsored by the Chinese ministry of education.We are hiring college graduates from all majors. To travel to China and gain international working experience as ESL (English as a second language) teachers for government schools in Futian District, Shenzhen.Intake: Interviewing For September 2023 Start DatesWe ensure a smooth candidate transition by supporting our teachers every step of the way from their very first interview until the last day of their working...  [Read more]

Native English speaking teacher wanted to teach TEFL in Bangkok, Thailand Date posted:2004-08-10 | Writer: Kids Square | Email: [email protected] Kids Square has been established since 1999, with the long-term vision of being a language institute for young learners (aged between 3-12 years old) in Thailand. It is our aim to provide our students with specifically designed courses, which reflect the needs of the individual, using flexible, fun and practical methods both in school and at our centre. We also provide courses for companies and private organizations that require their personnel to be at least bilingual. The employability of people largely depends upon their academic qualification, linked to their ability to communicate in at least one foreign language. Our business mission...  [Read more]

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Principles of Encouraging Students for a Better ESL Performance Any action performed by living beings is supported by a motive. In humans, we are driven by motivators unique to each one of us; without this motivation, our goals and desires remain unaccomplished. There are different types of motivators both internal and external that of which directly impact second language acquisition in the classroom. In this setting both parents and teachers alike play a pivotal role in motivating students, thus enabling their success in second language learning. This essay will outline how motivation, both intrinsic and extrinsic, affects students in the language learning classroom and how a teacher may establish motivation in students....  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted toTeach EFL in San Jose, Costa Rica Date posted:2006-03-27 | Writer: Heidy Bermudes | Email: [email protected] We are looking for a few good teachers that are certified native English speakers, to teach English as a second language at the corporate offices of our clients, and will be in Costa Rica for at least six months. We teach all levels of English to our corporate clients. What we are offering you: Free airport pick up (if you would like). Help with finding a place to stay. $7.00 USD per hour (?3, 500.00 per hour) Aproximately 2 to 6 clients per week.** Paid every Friday in CASH (colones). Class sizes: 1 to maximum of 12 students Free access to Internet. Teach highly motivated students in their offices. We do not pay for airfare or...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Being a Good English Teacher Even if You’re not a Native Speaker As a Spaniard in love with languages, I can't start this essay without saying anything other than, "it's not who the teacher is, but the will of teaching that they have". Through all these years of learning English, I just know for sure that a learner learns more when they live in and with the language throughout each day. They need to become hooked to it, and it does not matter if the person who transmits this feeling is a native speaker or not. Table of Contents Modern Opportunities Benefits of a Non-Native English Speaking Teacher Downsides Advantages of Native Speakers Is it fair enough? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Teachers Should Get TEFL certified Waves are crashing around as their feet sink into the wet sand and they take a deep breath of the salty air. They didn't think it would be possible to travel anywhere or experience anything outside of their country before they retired, but here they are in Spain at the age of twenty-two. They were able to do this because they decided to get a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification and teach English abroad. There are many reasons someone may decide to work toward this certification. One reason is to be able to travel the world and support themselves anywhere they would like to go. Another reason to get TEFL certified is to supplement a teaching resume and gain new skills...  [Read more]

TEFL in Oman Date posted:2004-03-26 | Writer: ELS Language Centers/Oman | Email: [email protected] Requirements: ------------ 1- All applicants must be native speakers of English from the USA, UK or Canada.Non- native speakers need not to apply. 2-The applicants must have a suitable university degree in any major, a certificate of teaching English as a second language and 2-3 years of actual teaching experience. 3-Age limit is 27-55 years old. 4- Couples are preferred. 5-A detailed resume. 6-At least two letters of reference. 7- 4 personal photos(passport size). 8- Copy of the passport. 9- A copy of all the academic certificates. 10- All applications with all the above required documents must be sent by post only to P.O. Box 338, PC.133 Al-Khuwair-Oman. Job description: ----------------...  [Read more]

Jobs Teaching English in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Date posted:2017-10-16 | Writer: International Institute for Languages | Email: [email protected] The International Institute for Languages are looking for male EFL teachers for our project in Al Hasa, Eastern Region of Saudi Arabia. We are a leading training company located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Commercial Registration number: 1010328410. JOB DETAILS: Position Title: English Language Instructor Contract Length: 9 months with accrued paid leave upon completion of contract Working Hours: 40 hours per week (25 Teaching Hours) Curriculum Used: General English Classroom Materials: Smart boards, computers, books, charts, iPads etc. Type of Visa: Work Visit/Employment Visa and/or Iqama Transfer Note: We prioritize candidates whose iqama is...  [Read more]

Teach English in Chilean Patagonia Date posted:2021-02-10 | Writer: Idiomas Sin Fronteras | Email: [email protected] We are Idiomas Sin Fronteras, a language school situated in Northern Chilean Patagonia. We are looking for a motivated native or fluent English speaker (C1-C2) with teaching experience or qualifications to work in our school in Puerto Varas. You do not need a university degree in the field, but you should have a TEFL certificate or similar. Start date: March 2021 End date: July 30th 2021 (with possibility to extend the contract if you are happy at the school)You will have to teach 25 hours a week to 1-to-1 classes or small groups, at the moment we are doing online classes, but there is always the possibility to comeback to the face-to-face classes if Puerto Varas is...  [Read more]

What does TEFL and TESOL stand for? These acronyms are used when referring to training courses that English language teachers undertake, as well as the certification they receive upon completion. TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. As these terms are essentially the same, they are often used interchangeably, however, TEFL is most commonly used within the UK and TESOL is usually preferred in the USA. Although some countries may favor one acronym over the other, it is important to remember that a TEFL certification and a TESOL certification are exactly the same thing as the training involved is identical. Table of Contents What are the technical differences between TEFL and TESOL? What qualifications...  [Read more]

Class Courses TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Class Courses TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts W.G. - U.S.A. said: Why complete a TEFL courseWhy bother? I have a Bachelors/Masters degree in English 'why do I need to complete a tefl course' one might ask. Although one may be able to obtain employment as an esl teacher with just a Bachelors/Masters degree, acquiring a TEFL certificate almost guarantees that you will not only get the job that you want but, you will be able to command (in most cases) the salary that you're looking for. Acquiring a TEFL affords one an easier...  [Read more]

TEFL in Zielona, Gora, Poland Date posted:2005-08-24 | Writer: JAGO | Email: [email protected] Foreign Language Teaching Centre JAGO is currently looking for native speakers of English, holders of EU passports, to teach teenagers and adults in the upcoming school year which starts in September, October and finishes in June. The job can also includes summer work camps. We are looking for professionals who would like to commit themselves to a long-term cooperation although teachers interested in a minimum one year contract may also submit their documents. Requirements: B.A. or M.A. degree (preferably in education or other humanistic major) and/or TEFL certificate (or equivalent), be responsible and organized, EU passport, professional outlook, friendly personality JAGO is a successful...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Synonym and Antonym ESL Worksheet Synonyms and antonyms worksheet for first grade and second grade. Students find a synonym and an antonym for each word.   Practice synonyms and antonyms of common adjectives with this ESL worksheet.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]