Dana Crosby

Welcome to Success in English! My name is Dana. I'm a native English speaker and certified TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) instructor from New York City. I'm certified in teaching Business English and English for children.  I’ve been teaching ESL online for three years and I’m also a licensed school teacher by profession. I have a Bachelor's degree in General and Special Education and a Master's degree in Nonprofit Management. Right now, I'm taking Spanish classes online in order to become fluent in the language. I also have plans to learn French and Portuguese. I truly look forward to helping you or your child learn or improve your/their English skills. I can also assist your child with homework help/tutoring. Dana W TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching...  [Read more]

Dan Sloat is a pilot, lawyer, sailor, economist, cowboy, entrepreneur, artist, military veteran, world traveler, and TEFL volunteer teacher. Currently, he leads a team of union workers in Texas for a Fortune 10 company. Dan Sloat Destinations Alumni Experiences Volunteer teaching in Nepal is thoroughly rewarding! The need for engaging and enthusiastic teachers is so great and the positive impact you can make, even in a short period, is significant. Here's how you can do it too.  [Read more]

  Dan from Ukraine completed the 120-hour online TEFL course from ITTT. In this TEFL review video Dan tells us that he is currently teaching in China. The course gave Dan a lot of insight into teaching as well as plenty of materials and lesson plan ideas that he can use in his classes. Dan recommends signing up if you are thinking of teaching English abroad. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! ...  [Read more]

  Dan from the Ukraine has been teaching and living abroad for a while. Currently, he is teaching in Shenzhen, China. He completed the 120-hour online course to improve his teaching skills and enhance his professional portfolio. He highly recommends the 120-hour course as it provided him with a lot of useful information and downloadable and printable materials he can use in the classroom and for his preparation, such as lesson plan templates and teaching ideas. He already made use of some of the new tricks he learned after taking the course and is excited to progress in his career. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Hi, welcome Linda here from ITTT. Thanks for joining today. Thanks for taking some time out of your day. I know it's a little bit later than usually, but that's because we have a guest today which I'm gonna announce and introduce in a short while. So thank you guys for being here. Yeah, this is what we're going to talk about today, teaching English in China, what you need to know for the next year. A lot of things have changed because of COVID, because of the pandemic, and all those things. So that's why we invited Dan from Teach English Global, and he's gonna tell us all about it today. So, yeah, thanks for being here, and as always, please don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss any of our other upcoming live sessions. We go live every week, usually this day, different time....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching English in China. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their story of becoming an ESL teacher. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the problem of controlling a large classroom. Our TEFL graduate explains how to organize your work in order to grab students' attention effectively. Gökhan Yilmaz Alumni Experiences Learning has changed a lot in recent months with online learning increasing dramatically. But is it really as good as learning in a traditional classroom setting? Is it even better? Let's take a look at the benefits of online learning. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This...  [Read more]

Russ Tuff Alumni Experiences In this blog post, a course alumni shares his thoughts on the new ITTT Specialized Course – Teaching English Online: Is it worth doing? Dana W Alumni Experiences There are so many reasons it is important to learn the English language. Before you begin or continue on your learning journey, it is also important to consider your ‘why’. Let’s take a look at the benefits of learning English. Andrew Lynch TEFL Information Now that you’ve finished your TEFL course – what's next? With the coursework out of the way, now is the time to start putting together your plan for how you can use your new certificate. We’ve put together a list of essential things to do in order to make the most of your long-held ambitions. Latrice Coates TEFL...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Using speaking cards is a great way to encourage conversations among ESL learners. The cards act as guides to give the students a direction in their conversations. Below you will find conversation cards about books and reading for your ESL classroom.   Let's take a look at all of the questions and possible answers. Possible answer: I recently finished reading the first book of the Outlander series. It's a fantastic book about an English woman from 1945 who travels back in time to Scotland in 1745. The story is very compelling and the characters' personalities are very well thought-through. Possible answer: One of my favorite books is "The Da Vinci Code" written by Dan Brown. Even though it is a...  [Read more]

Zainab Sadriwala Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Exposure to a language is of prime importance if one intends to excel in it. Like every language, English needs to be practiced in all its integrated skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Vocabulary has always been among a key component of language learning that teachers rely on. The following are 6 great ideas for developing vocabulary in English learners. Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That’s why we’d love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger! ...  [Read more]

Dana W TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online learning has become extremely popular over the last several years. Many people take college courses and several other types of learning classes online, especially now during this global pandemic. If you're considering online learning, you may have questions. What makes it different from taking a class in a language school? Are online teachers just as qualified to teach me? Will I learn the same information as I would face to face? I'd like to provide some clarity on what to expect when learning a language online.Table of Contents You'll Receive Personal Attention You'll Learn At Your Convenience You'll Learn Exactly What You'd Learn In A Language School You Can Start Learning Right Now! Or are you ready to be an English...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares 3 useful digital apps for ESL lesson plans. You will learn about Evernotes, Trello, and Notion, a 2020 favorite planning app. Create your own system or choose a template, plan ESL classes with a team or manage your freelance TEFL work. Dana W TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online learning has become extremely popular over the last several years. Many people take college courses and several other types of learning classes online, especially now during this global pandemic. If you’re considering online learning, you may have questions. What makes it different from taking a class in a language school? Are online teachers just as qualified to teach me?...  [Read more]

  China is the largest market for teaching English as a foreign language - but the pandemic has brought about a lot of changes. Is it still worth going to China? How do you find a teaching job in China? How do you get into the country? Expert China teacher recruiter Dan Wharton will answer all these questions and more during this live session. #BestTEFL #TEFLcourse #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  China is the largest market for teaching English as a foreign language - but the pandemic has brought about a lot of changes. Is it still worth going to China? How do you find a teaching job in China? How do you get into the country? Expert China teacher recruiter Dan Wharton will answer all these questions and more during this live session. #BestTEFL #TEFLcourse #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences When looking into completing a TEFL Certification Course there are two options that one may choose to complete to obtain one, an online course or an onsite course. They are many opportunities to teach English overseas and nearly any English speaker can be hired abroad, with or without experience and a degree or certificate.Table of Contents Recruitment Peculiarities Course Cost Learning Approach Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dana A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. However, schools and other outlets prefer to hire train teachers and not just someone who speaks English as their native...  [Read more]

Dana W Alumni Experiences There are so many reasons it is important to learn the English language. Before you begin or continue on your learning journey, it is also important to consider your 'why'. Why are you learning English? Is it simply a personal desire you have always had? Is it because you want to land a better job or career? Is it because you have a big upcoming presentation at work and you are nervous to speak English in front of your boss and colleagues? Let's take a look at the benefits of learning English.Table of Contents English is Spoken in More Than 50 Countries Worldwide It Makes Traveling Easier and More Enjoyable You Will Have More Job Opportunities You Will Become More Intelligent The Bottom Line Or are you ready to be an English teacher yourself? Related Articles:...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That’s why we’d love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger! Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by an ITTT TEFL expert who shares 7 ideas on how to make money online as an English teacher. Online EFL market is boosting this year due to the global quarantine, thus, there are new ways to implement your skills and get profit sharing your personal EFL teaching experience. Anastasiia Ovchinnikova TEFL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by an ITTT TEFL expert who shares 7 ideas on how to make money online as an English teacher. Online EFL market is boosting this year due to the global quarantine, thus, there are new ways to implement your skills and get profit sharing your personal EFL teaching experience. Anastasiia Ovchinnikova TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL student shares their experience working in China as a non-native English speaker. She overviews the Chinese ESL market demand in native teachers and explains why it is more beneficial to be a non-native English teacher in the TEFL sphere. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In...  [Read more]

Date posted:2017-04-06 | Writer: Dang Tuan Education | Email: [email protected] Dang Tuan Education Joint Stock Company cooperates with 50 public schools and teaches English to over 50,000 students in primary, secondary and high schools in Haiphong. We are currently recruiting native and near native EFL teachers on a full-time basis for contracts up to 1 year. BENEFITS: •             1000 to 1500 USD (no tax deducted from your wage, we pay it for you) •             Over-time paid •             Housing allowance of 150 USD/month (we assist teachers to find accommodation)...  [Read more]

Date posted:2005-10-13 | Writer: Tyndale Center of International Education | Email: [email protected] Come and join our small but friendly school in our fast developing city. It is not on the tourist 'map' so you will experience a taste of 'real' Vietnamese life. The people are very friendly and welcome you into their homes at every opportunity to be part of their families. Hai Phong is close to the World Heritage Site, Ha Long Ba which you can cruise in your leisure time and visit Cat Ba and other islands which are a ferry ride away. Hanoi, the capital is a two hour bus journey away and it has all the night life you can handle! We need a Teacher who can start in the middle of December and we offer 6, 9 and 12 month contracts. Most classes are in the evenings, ...  [Read more]

Date posted:2012-02-29 | Writer: Big Success Education Center | Email: [email protected] BSEC is a small quality private American Standard International School in Phnom Penh. We offer adult education focusing on conversation, English grammar, writing and spelling efficiency, and also provide services for daycare; English kindergarten/Pre-school and Grade-1-6. We currently have opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers who are able to teach a variety of ages and levels. Benefits include small class sizes, with a teacher to pupil ratio of 1:20 maximum. For more information, and to apply, send your CV and cover letter to the e-mail address given on the job heading.   Big Success Education Center Street 58 D5 House No B 01 Borey Chomkardom Sangkat Dang Khoul Phnom Penh  ...  [Read more]

Dan Sloat Destinations Alumni Experiences Volunteer teaching in Nepal is thoroughly rewarding! The need for engaging and enthusiastic teachers is so great and the positive impact you can make, even in a short period, is significant. Here's how you can do it too. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some ways to motivate students. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some roles of a teacher using an ESA approach. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some common problems students from Turkey face. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Albert Einstein once said, "Imagination is more important than knowledge," a quote that exemplifies a major quality that a teacher should be able to express comfortably within their classroom environment. While being able to express imaginative ideas within a lesson plan, a teacher of the English language should possess other qualities that will help advance their student's knowledge. A teacher should remain kind and patient, have a dedication to teaching, be imaginative, should bring a positive and fun energy to the classroom, and make a connection with their class.Table of Contents The Importance of a Comfortable Environment Teacher's Attitude The Necessity in Play Emotional Image Contributing the Relationships Do you want to teach English abroad? Take...  [Read more]

Date posted:2017-07-03 | Writer: Victoria Education and Training JSC | Email: [email protected] Victoria Education and Training JSC is a leading organization in Viet Nam in teaching English to children at the age ranging from 5 to 18 at public schools. We are currently recruiting more than 60 full-time native level English teachers. THE JOB: •             Teach children at the age of 5 to 18 at public schools in a class size setting of 30-40 students •             Syllabus and lesson plans are provided by Victoria. •             Opportunity to teach and use provided materials in a creative...  [Read more]

Date posted:2013-04-08 | Writer: DangTuan Language Center | Email: [email protected] Dang Tuan Language Center (DTLC) is one of the biggest English schools in Haiphong, Viet Nam. Founded in 2008, DTLC has 3 branches with over 1,500 students. We cooperate with more than 50 public schools in Haiphong and teach English to over 50,000 students in primary, secondary and high schools. The school is currently recruiting native EFL teachers in 2013. What we offer: • Competitive salary: 1,000 – 1,500 USD - depending on qualifications, experience and types of contract • Overtime pay • Other benefits (Visa, airfare, accommodation… depending on types of contract) What we require: The post is available for native English teachers from the...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Vietnam is one of the most popular destinations for EFL teaching in the world. If you are interested in joining the thousands of English teachers working in the country, check out this guide on salary and budget for a teacher living in Vietnam. Dan Sloat Destinations Alumni Experiences Volunteer teaching in Nepal is thoroughly rewarding! The need for engaging and enthusiastic teachers is so great and the positive impact you can make, even in a short period, is significant. Here's how you can do it too. Lydia Pincott Destinations Alumni Experiences The beaten path in Japan is pretty great and worth exploring thoroughly, but if you’ve done it, or feel like you’ve done it from seeing other people’s pictures, these 3 destinations...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In my opinion, Grammar plays an important role in English Learning and Teaching, because Grammar is the heart of any language. Learning English is the same as building a house and its grammar acts as a foundation and frame. Knowledge of English grammar helps us in the correction of mistakes and improvement of writing work. A person cannot learn a foreign language accurately only through a process of unconscious assimilation.Table of Contents Grammar and Linguistics 1. The formal grammar helps us speak correctly in English: 2. Grammar helps us communicate correctly: 3. Grammar helps us improve communication skills: 4. Writing and speaking in formal grammar will increase the value of personal branding. 5. Correct grammar gives many benefits in applying for...  [Read more]

Gökhan Yilmaz Destinations TEFL Information Due to Turkey's huge tourism industry, English is widely spoken among locals, which also means that the opportunities for teaching English in Turkey are vast. Here are 5 reasons to teach English in Turkey. Mia Santarelli Destinations There are many things to consider when thinking about traveling to Italy. Here are a few apps to consider downloading to use while roaming the streets of Italy to ensure a more enjoyable experience. Minh Huy Hoang Destinations Alumni Experiences What opportunities does Vietnam have to attract people who want to live and work here permanently? Here are some reasons to help you decide whether or not to teach English in Vietnam. Nadiia Dovbnia Destinations Alumni Experiences I usually prefer to try...  [Read more]

Date posted:2004-05-12 | Writer: Chia-Yang Senior High School | Email: [email protected] Chia - Yang High School is a certified private high school in Taichung County, Taiwan, with a student enrollment of nearly 600 in ESL, French, and TOEFL programs. Currently there are 21 foreign faculty. Please visit our website: Contact us (* Click on English version) Requirements: Only Canadian/American teachers in possession of valid B. Ed degrees with TEFL/TESL certification and experience need apply. Contract Details: Teachers generally work from 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. Monday through Friday, for a total of 25 teaching (contact) hours per week for a 10 month period. Proper attire and appearance are required, as is the professional planning/preparation of classes. In addition to...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences In my personal opinion, vocabulary learning is the basic and most substantial part in any language learning. It's like the bricks for building a house. Moreover, the process of vocabulary learning is the most difficult and time-consuming. It requires not only memorizing skills but also a good understanding of the word, and constant practice.Table of Contents Problems for Chinese English learners The importance of careful vocabulary selection Knowing what to teach Choosing an appropriate teaching method Learn how to teach vocabulary effectively with a TEFL course today! Listen to this blog post Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dan W. For most English learners in China, they often encounter the same problem when...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Speech has been used to communicate and express many things since the dawn of man. When we look at wildlife, we can see a pattern in a speech similar to human communication. To truly understand science speech, we must look deeper at the concept of communication.Table of Contents Why Speech is Important? Word Stress Speech and Communication Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dan S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. World leaders, actors, entertainers, successful businessmen and other professionals all have one major thing in common, their speech. We look at presidential talks and product...  [Read more]