Dana Crosby

Dana W 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. Read my articles What to Expect When...  [Read more]

Dan Sloat 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. Read my articles Why I Did Volunteer Teaching in Nepal and You Should Too | ITTT | TEFL Blog 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]

TESOL TEFL Reviews - Video Testimonial - Dan   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...  [Read more]

TEFL Review For Online TEFL Course   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! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Teaching English in China in 2023: Requirements, Job Market, and More 10/16/2022 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...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories My Biggest Challenge as an Inexperienced Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Early career teachers face many different challenges. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their personal experience. What is it Like Teaching English in China? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching English in China. Reason for Embarking on a TEFL Journey Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their story of becoming an ESL teacher. How to Pay Attention to All Students if Your Classroom is Big Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the problem of controlling a large classroom. Our TEFL...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Cambodia 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...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained How I Got Into A Top Master's Program After Teaching English In China Anastasiia Ovchinnikova TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our ITTT TEFL Alumna shares their story of applying for a top Master's program after their teaching internship in China. Are you interested in specialized teaching programs? Learn about Anastasiia's experience and start building your teaching career! How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL experts talks about the reasons and ways to use videos in online ESL lessons. If you want to spice up your online classes, read this article and try these exciting ideas! Linguistics for ESL...  [Read more]

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 Dana W TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What to Expect When Learning a Language Online 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...  [Read more]

Older Posts How I Got Into A Top Master's Program After Teaching English In China Anastasiia Ovchinnikova TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our ITTT TEFL Alumna shares their story of applying for a top Master's program after their teaching internship in China. Are you interested in specialized teaching programs? Learn about Anastasiia's experience and start building your teaching career! How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL experts talks about the reasons and ways to use videos in online ESL lessons. If you want to spice up your online classes, read this article and try these exciting ideas! Linguistics for ESL Teachers Sahil Gazi ...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 7 Easy Ways to Make Money Online as an English Teacher 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. 3 Apps for Digital ESL Lesson Plans 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...  [Read more]

Older Posts 5 Common Problems for Arab Learners When Studying English Gökhan Yilmaz Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This topic is very dear to my heart as I have been an English teacher in Arab countries for a long time. Therefore, I am writing this article as someone who has experience in learning both Arabic and English. In my observation, most of these difficulties either have to do with the students' native language (Arabic) or their cultural backgrounds. Here are the 5 most common problems for Arab learners when studying English. Young Learners: 5 Creative/artistic Activities to Do During COVID-19 Mia Santarelli Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Under the circumstances surrounding COVID-19, young learners are participating in school in their homes, as the school...  [Read more]

TEFL in Vietnam - Hai Phong 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...  [Read more]

Teaching English in China in 2023: Everything You Need to Know   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...  [Read more]

Teaching English in China in 2023: Everything You Need to Know   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! Check...  [Read more]

Teach English in Vietnam (3) 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...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Needed in Hai Phong, Vietnam 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...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 May 2020 Dana W Alumni Experiences Top Four Reasons to Learn English 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...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Which TEFL Certification Course is Right for You? 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. Recruitment Peculiarities However, schools and...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories 5 ESL Classroom Halloween Decor Ideas Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL experts share five Halloween decor ideas for your ESL classroom. Get inspired and create incredible atmosphere of this fun holiday. 6 Great Ideas for Developing Vocabulary in English Learners 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...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Speaking Activity: Conversation Cards about Books 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.   Conversation Cards about Books Let's take a look at all of the questions and possible answers. 1. What is the best book you have read recently? What is it about? Why did you like it? 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'...  [Read more]

TEFL in Ching-Sui, Taiwan 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...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories How My Enthusiasm Helped Me to Become a Fearless Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on their first international experience. Why I Did Volunteer Teaching in Nepal and You Should Too 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. How to Motivate Students to Learn English? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some ways to motivate students. Roles of a Teacher in The ESA...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Viet Nam: Ha noi and Provinces around Ha noi 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. •            ...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Vietnam (2) Date posted:2010-01-26 | Writer: DTLC | Email: [email protected] DTLC is a fast-growing private English School located in the coastal Vietnamese city of Hai Phong, two hours from the capital, Hanoi, and a short boat ride away from the beaches of Ha Long Bay. The school has over 800 students aged from 5-18 and is supported by the Hai Phong Department of Education and Training. We have just signed contracts with other government schools in Haiphong to provide them with Practice Speaking classes in order to improve their Listening and Speaking skills. In addition we are teaching, Maths and Science in English so as to prepare the students for Overseas Studies. We are presently recruiting full-time native-speaker teachers (Americans, British, Canadians,...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Personal Qualities Important for an English Teacher 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...  [Read more]

The Most Popular TEFL Destinations For Teachers 5 Reasons Why Turkey is a Great Destination to Teach English 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. The Top Travel Apps to Use While Traveling In Italy 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. 4 Reasons Why Vietnam is the Perfect Place For Teaching English Abroad Minh Huy Hoang Destinations Alumni Experiences What opportunities...  [Read more]

Older Posts 7 Activities for Teaching the Simple Past for the ESL Classroom Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas The simple past is one of the most important tenses in the English language. As it describes past actions, it's quite an easy tense to teach using a variety of fun and interactive activities. Here are 7 activities for teaching the simple past for the ESL classroom. Online Teaching and Interacting with Parents Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Are you looking to teach English online? Here are some useful tips for online teaching and interacting with parents. 7 Activities for Teaching the Present Progressive for the ESL Classroom Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas The present progressive is one of the most important tenses in the English language. As it...  [Read more]

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of English Grammar 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...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Utmost Importance of Phonetics and Phonology 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. Why Speech is Important? World leaders, actors, entertainers, successful businessmen and other professionals...  [Read more]