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Tue, 19 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences General Overview of A Teacher’s Responsibilities in the Classroom Behind every successful company or sports team, there is an efficient leader. One who is capable of executing the team's goals and vision to the maximum capacity. A teacher is no different. A successful teacher is capable of elevating the performance of his or her students. In this summative task, I will discuss the different roles a teacher must perform and why they are essential to the job. Table of Contents Personal Experience Overview of Teachers' Responsibilities How to Perform Well Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Matthew B. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Teacher of Conversational English Needed in Czech Republic Date posted:2023-11-06 | Writer: TalkTalkCourses | Email: [email protected] TalkTalkCourses is a highly successful language company that has been providing one week English conversation courses at schools in Slovakia and the Czech Republic for the past 10 years. We are looking for 3 new teachers to join our existing team from November 20th, 2023. Because our teachers often work together in teams of 2 or more we are particularly interested in teaching couples, or people who know each other already such as friends, partners, brothers and sisters etc, though of course anyone with the appropriate skills and passions will be warmly welcomed.Successful applicants would need to arrive in Slovakia or the Czech Republic no...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Chicago, USA Date posted:2012-01-24 | Writer: Prairie State College | Email: [email protected] Prairie State College is a richly diverse community college located 30 minutes south of Chicago. We are currently seeking a TEFL qualified adjunct faculty to teach evening ESL classes. The successful candidate will have the ability to address a variety of language learning needs, as well as having an understanding of the Adult Education ESL population.A bachelor's degree or above and/or TEFL certificate is required.For more information contact us at the e-mail address given on the job heading.Prairie State College202 South Halsted StreetChicago Heights, IL 60411Telephone: (708) 709 - 3500 Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their...  [Read more]

TEFL job in Chicago, USA (2) Date posted:2014-05-28 | Writer: Intrax Chicago Center | Email: [email protected] Intrax are currently interviewing to recruit EFL Instructors & substitutes with availability to teach morning (8:30am-12:35pm) and/or afternoon (2:10-6:15pm) classes. Classes are held Monday-Friday. Our Chicago Center is located at 174 N. Michigan Avenue between Lake and Randolph in downtown Chicago. The student body encompasses adult students from all over the world.  Our staff and faculty team is professional, dynamic, and creative! Interested candidates should: Have an energetic and positive classroom presence. Hold a Bachelor’s degree and/or CELTA/TESOL/TEFL qualification. Have at least 2 years’ professional teaching experience in the ESL industry. Be...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Chicago, USA Date posted:2012-05-29 | Writer: Prairie State College | Email: [email protected] Prairie State College, in Chicago Heights IL, has an opening for an EFL instructor who can communicate effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse students who are learning to speak, read, write and understand English. Essential abilities include: teaching a wide range of language skills while differentiating and contextualizing instruction; implementing effective classroom management skills; documenting student progress and attendance. Minimum Qualifications:1. Bachelor's degree 2. Experience in teaching adult English language learners3. Ability to use technology to enhance teaching and learning4. Excellent writing, organizational and record-keeping...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Sharing Responsibilities in the Management of the Classroom Oftentimes in a classroom, the burden of managing a classroom is assumed to fall squarely on the shoulders of the teacher. The teacher is viewed as the source of knowledge through which students can learn and it is thus the responsibility of the teacher to share this knowledge in a manner that is both appealing, digestible, and feasible. Teachers may find themselves viewing students as potential obstacles to this role, as they must find a way to coax students into learning and taking part without disrupting a lesson. Table of Contents How to Overcome Misconceptions? Teacher's Confidence Approach to Teaching Who should a teacher be? Do you want to teach...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 Brittany Varano Destinations Alumni Experiences A Day in the Life of an EPIK Teacher in South Korea For those thinking of teaching English in South Korea, the EPIK program offers one of the best job opportunities in Asia. An acronym that stands for "English Program in Korea," EPIK hires native English teachers to co-teach or lead English lessons in public elementary, middle, and high schools around the country. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: So, who can teach English with EPIK? A Day in the Life of An EPIK Elementary Teacher: A Normal Teaching Schedule 7:00 - 7:30 am Wake Up + Get Ready 8:00 am Walk to School 8:30 am School Starts 9:00 am - 12:20 pm First - Fourth Periods 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm Lunch 1:10pm - 2:40pm Fifth + Sixth Periods 2:40 pm Students Go...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 Zainab Sadriwala Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Sustaining the Habit of Reading in the Times of Coronavirus "The most challenging of the tasks during this COVID era has been to make my children read" states a frustrated Amena; a mother of two children, one in the primary years and the other in middle school. "It was much easier for me to monitor them and ask them to read and follow the schedule when they knew they had to report to their teacher. The school environment is just so integral for sustaining discipline in young people" she continues. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Give your students something that interests them. 2. Schedule a set reading time. 3. Offer your child an incentive. 4. Don't let them read alone - read with them. 5. Share...  [Read more]

TEFL Positions in Seoul and Other Parts of Korea Date posted:2019-07-23 | Writer: RISE Education Korea | Email: [email protected] RISE Education has regular opportunities in Korea for EFL teachers looking to gain valuable experience with a global leader in innovative education. Rise was founded on the strong beliefs of our CEO, Barry O’Callaghan for the need to change the way we teach young learners and prepare them for a new global future. The Rise Program, through the Rise Educational Centers, addresses this need for change and has delivered tremendous outcomes in both English fluency and improved social and leadership skills. The brand has an international presence in countries like China, India, South Korea, Vietnam, Japan, Indonesia and The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. WHY WORK FOR...  [Read more]

Teacher of Conversational English Needed in Czech Republic Date posted:2023-11-06 | Writer: TalkTalkCourses | Email: [email protected] TalkTalkCourses is a highly successful language company that has been providing one week English conversation courses at schools in Slovakia and the Czech Republic for the past 10 years. We are looking for 3 new teachers to join our existing team from November 20th, 2023. Because our teachers often work together in teams of 2 or more we are particularly interested in teaching couples, or people who know each other already such as friends, partners, brothers and sisters etc, though of course anyone with the appropriate skills and passions will be warmly welcomed.Successful applicants would need to arrive in Slovakia or the Czech Republic no...  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Role of the EFL Teacher in Mitigating the Obstacle of Illiteracy in English Language Learning There is widespread recognition that the demand for EFL services in developed nations is high. A myriad of EFL/ESL courses has sprung up aiming to train teachers to meet this need. Most of these EFL/ESL certification courses function on the premise that the teacher will be working with students for whom the acquisition of English is either a matter of personal aspiration or a requirement for a job position, visa, etc. Table of Contents The Problem of Teaching Resources Access to English Classes Global Challenges Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

TEFL Positions in Seoul and Other Parts of Korea Date posted:2019-07-23 | Writer: RISE Education Korea | Email: [email protected] RISE Education has regular opportunities in Korea for EFL teachers looking to gain valuable experience with a global leader in innovative education. Rise was founded on the strong beliefs of our CEO, Barry O’Callaghan for the need to change the way we teach young learners and prepare them for a new global future. The Rise Program, through the Rise Educational Centers, addresses this need for change and has delivered tremendous outcomes in both English fluency and improved social and leadership skills. The brand has an international presence in countries like China, India, South Korea, Vietnam, Japan, Indonesia and The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. WHY WORK FOR...  [Read more]

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Mon, 15 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The Importance of In-class and Outside Stimuli for the Development of English Fluency There are many challenges for second language learners to gain the fluency with the English language. That includes reading and listening. It is found that with second language learners there is a sense of being lost when they are attempting to speak to native speakers. Simple greetings are something that is learned to the point where a second language learner would have mastered that concept. But what would happen if the native speaker speaks too fast or they don't enunciate like their teachers do? Table of Contents Reading to increase complex vocabulary Make sure you use the right material Increase exposure of English in and outside the classroom...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Games in the Classroom "Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play, children learn how to learn." O. Fred Donaldson (Pulitzer nominated author, and renowned play researcher). Table of Contents Traditional Approach Two Styles of Teaching Effects of Game Play What Games to Use? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kristel-Ann I. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Traditional Approach In a traditional school, students are expected to study the lesson from the book and from what the teacher discussed. It is a straight discussion without activities, and...  [Read more]

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Role of Games in The Classroom The use of games in the class can activate the atmosphere of learning, reduce learning pressure, and stimulate learning interest more. Independent and selective learning is good for developing students' multiple intelligenceand promoting the formation of good feelings. There are five benefits of games in the classroom. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Creating positive atmosphere Stimulating interest in learning Positive attitude Good feelings Intelligence Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Michael F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Mastery of the Teacher in the Classroom There is an ancient Chinese quote which says: "Tell me, and I forget. Teach me, and I remember. Involve me, and I." - We can apply this old quote to our days, even though our challenges may be more extensive. Table of Contents Modern Problem Skill to Involve Game Changer Listen to this blog post Do you want to teach English to ESL students all over the world? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rodrigo O. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Modern Problem Today anyone can go through the web and seek information; this made the task of teaching a bit harder since we have to deal with an immediate...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Use of Games in the Classroom I have been teaching English as an assistant language teacher in Japan for the past 4 years. I have taught all grades from kindergarten through 9th grade, and have worked with many teachers with a variety of teaching styles. In this essay I will look at the use of games in the foreign language classroom, drawing from my experiences to look at several specific games and discuss how they help students learn and use English. Table of Contents 1. Games are a good way to make class fun, increasing student motivation while using English. 2. Creating activities with existing resources 3. A possibility to communicate 4. Examples of games Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Importance of Friendship in an ESL Classroom I firmly believe that as a non-English speaker it wouldn't hurt to make friends in the classroom. and besides, it would be very advantageous for both parties too. There is a lot of reason why an individual is hesitant to approach their classmate. He/she could be self-conscious, intimidated to engage because he/she is not confident in their English ability, they are afraid to approach just because they are too shy. Table of Contents Role of a Teacher Benefits Modern Technologies Challenge and Support Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Odessa M. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Feeling of Confidence as a Matter of Teacher's Performance in Class First day as a teacher. The first day of any new job is going to be difficult. You are likely to be excited, after all, you have worked hard to get to where you are now. All that studying, finding a position, applying and being interviewed and then preparing for this day. Chances are that you didn't sleep well last night, you find yourself rushing this morning, the last-minute forget and just getting there might involve some mishap, all increasing the tension you are feeling. And, unlike many other jobs, this one is in the spotlight with everyone looking towards you. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Visualization 2. Plan 3. Emotional control 4....  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Role of the Teacher in the Learning Environment By creating an environment in which students are encouraged to feel comfortable and motivated to improve, students can better absorb information from the teacher and each other, and in doing so, improve their language abilities. So whilst the teacher has several different roles and objectives for themselves and their students, the fundamental role of the teacher is to cultivate a positive learning environment. As such, it's most important for the teacher to establish and maintain rapport, to encourage respectful discourse, to consider the sensitivities of students, and encourage confidence. Although there are many different roles and objectives for a teacher to be working...  [Read more]

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Role of Teacher Confidence in the Classroom Teaching is a profession that calls upon a teacher to embody many different characteristics and qualities for them to be able to perform in their role successfully. Among other things, an argument can be made that it is essential, or at least beneficial, for a teacher to be someone who is or can become comfortable in their role for their students. A key component of achieving this goal is to be confident in their ability. Careful examination suggests that a greater level of self-confidence on the part of the teacher in the classroom positively affects the learning experience for students and the teaching experience for the teacher. Table of Contents What is Confidence? Research Data...  [Read more]

Sat, 15 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Power of English in The Global Community When I first began my career of teaching internationally I remember a very distinct moment. I was sitting at a dinner restaurant with friends who were all from different countries: Germany, the Netherlands, the US, Columbia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Montenegro. While we were all from very different and faraway places we could all talk and share with each other. The only way that was possible was because of our one connected, global language. Table of Contents Definition of The Global Language Historical Reasons Geographical Reasons Industrial Reasons Economical Reasons Do you want to teach English around the globe? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Principles of Motivating in the ESL Class Before a student is going to succeed, they have to want to succeed. Students have to find their reason why. As an English teacher, it is important to be able to help someone discover what motivates them, and help them use it as a driving force. Students from all around the world will have different reasons for wanting to learn English. It is not a teacher's job to give students a reason, it is their job to remind them of that reason and support them throughout their English learning journey. Table of Contents One way to show support for students is by being genuinely interested in their lives. Showing personal interest is also a way to learn what motivates a student. Another way to...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Importance of New Technologies in the Classroom When we talk about modern education, what a student wants the most is a good classroom and a good experience. With advancements in science and technology, there is a lot of things to expect in the education sector. Incorporating modern technologies in the right mix can lift the spirit of the classroom learning environment. With the convenience, availability, and flexibility offered with new technologies, students would have more interest in learning, sharing and learning new information in day to day basis. Table of Contents 1. Convenience 2. Availability 3. Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Practical Value of Games in the Classroom Education and teaching are always changing. Thus, teachers are constantly thinking of new ideas and techniques they can implement in their classroom and teaching plan to more effectively educate their students. Presently, the notion of games within the classroom is widely popular among teachers. One may think that this relationship between games and learning is ironic, as most individuals classify games as a hindrance to education. However, through its engaging attributes, the tendency to boost class morale and motivation, and overall improvement within student's creativity, games in the classroom that inspire education are very effective when teaching. Table of Contents Engagement Power...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Place of Family in the ESL Education Parents are the children's first teachers depending on their knowledge and experience parents will raise and educate their children in different ways. This education is important, not only for the child's growth but also for the whole future life.it is said that no teacher can replace parents from the education of the children. The rapport establishes between and their children will unconsciously help to develop good and bad habits and personalities of children.Early childhood is the foundation stage of the child's life, parents should pay special attention to this stage of the education and development of personality.there are several very important factors to consider: Table of Contents 1....  [Read more]

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Principles of Establishing Rapport in the Classroom Individuals like nurses, doctors, therapists, and teachers who are employed in the helping professions build positive and trusting relationships with the people that they work with by establishing rapport. Rapport can be defined as a friendly and harmonious relationship characterized by mutual understanding or empathy making communication possible and easy (Merriam-Webster, 2019). Table of Contents Reasons for Rapport Establishment Theoretical Aspects Breaking the Ice Research in the Field Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Toni M. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Significance of Multiple Intelligence in the Classroom This essay focuses on what "multiple intelligence" is, a comparison between multiple intelligences and the traditional notion of intelligence, what these multiple intelligence categories ("modalities") are, and their significance in the classroom context. Table of Contents The MI Theory Types of Intelligences Traditional Approach Benefits Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Stephanie T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The MI Theory "Multiple intelligence" was a theory developed by Professor Howard Gardner in the...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Applicability of Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom The concept of multiple intelligences was brought to the education field by Howard Gardner in his book 'Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences.' It is one of my favorite theories that I learned about while in university and I was fortunate to attend a speech for teachers by Gardner regarding multiple intelligences. It is a theory that I applied to lesson plans, most notably for my preschool and kindergarten students to reach all of the students in some meaningful way. Teachers can employ activities and assessments that are multi-faceted and address the needs and skills of the various students. Table of Contents MI Theory The Importance of Communication...  [Read more]