Do Europeans Celebrate Halloween

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Halloween Facts Worksheet This is a worksheet to learn facts about Halloween. It is a reading task and there also are some activities to check the pupils' reading comprehension. The students also can learn about the origins of Halloween and how the Ancient Celtics used to celebrate it.   Here are the exercises for after the reading:   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]

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 Mark Crocker Visa and Legal How to Legally Teach English in Spain with a Student Visa Spain is traditionally one of the most popular destinations in Europe for teaching English abroad due to the great climate, fascinating culture and large number of jobs on offer year round. However, as the process of obtaining a work visa for non-EU citizens can be a bit of a hassle, many employers choose to only hire teachers with an EU passport. If you are not from an EU country you can apply for a student visa which enables you to legally work as an English language teacher for a set number of hours every week. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Application process for a student visa in Spain Study Programs in Spain Why Learn Spanish? Where to study in Spain? The...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in Portugal - Habits, Customs & Curiosities Thanks to its Mediterranean climate that ensures plenty of sunshine year-round, Portugal has long been a popular destination for international tourists. The warm weather and the laidback lifestyle also ensure that Portugal attracts many EFL teachers, although the numbers are considerably less than the more crowded markets in other countries in the region such as Italy and Spain. The following guides should provide an insight into the country, its people and culture to help you decide if it is a good option for you. As well as basic travel advice, you will find guides to the capital city, Lisbon, and the famous beaches of the Algarve region in the south of the country. Travel Tips for Portugal SOURCE: www ....  [Read more]

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 ESL Classroom Halloween Decor Ideas October is here and Halloween isn't far away! Whether you teach in your country or abroad, this festival is exciting as it has specific cultural features. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Theme inspiration: 1. Halloween Porch Decor 2. Halloween Window Decor 3. Halloween Ceiling Decor 4. Halloween Desk Decor 5. Halloween Learning Center Decor Are you ready to start your own teaching adventure? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this blog post, we share five fun Halloween decor ideas for your ESL classroom. Get inspired, and feel free to encourage your students to help you decorate the classroom!...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Printable Halloween Party Word Find Activity Sheet Bring Halloween into your classroom with this fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet. Practice spooky vocabulary with your students for the ultimate Halloween lesson!   This fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet is ideal for any ESL and EFL classroom. The students can work on this worksheet either at home or in the classroom. You can have them work on it individually or do it as a fun activity for the whole class!   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Halloween Word Search Here is a fun word search to drill Halloween vocabulary in your ESL classroom.   Halloween is a fun holiday to introduce to your ESL classroom. A great way to do this is by using word searches just like this one! Print it out and hand it to your students for some Halloween fun.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Free Printable Halloween Word Search This free printable Halloween Word Search is perfect for the spooky season in your ESL and EFL classroom.   This fun printable Halloween word search is ideal for any ESL and EFL classroom. The students can work on this worksheet either at home or in the classroom. You can have them work on it individually or do it as a fun activity for the whole class! Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Exciting EFL Teaching Opportunity in Eastern Morocco! Date posted:2018-07-05 | Writer: American Language Center Oujda | Email: [email protected] The American Language Center of Oujda is looking for dedicated and adventurous TEFL trained individuals who wish to teach English in Morocco. Oujda is a prospering non-touristic city just one hour south of the Mediterranean coast with a beautiful surrounding countryside.  ALC Oujda is a great, unique place to work in a relaxed atmosphere while living and traveling in Morocco. The more experienced EFL teacher can excel with our higher levels, TOEFL classes, Business English and other projects, while developing teachers have a great opportunity to hone their teaching skills while advancing in the TESOL field. We also provide...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English to Adult Students Online Presently, I take care of my ninety-six-year-old father at home and have no immediate plans to teach overseas. Fortunately, I live in a community (Aurora, Colorado) that has over 140 different language groups and ethnicities. Aurora ranks as the tenth most diverse community in the United States. I have worked toward my TEFL certification for the future; however, I have plans to use the training now. Table of Contents Personal Plan Online Platforms Requirements Employment Salaries The Effective Online Teacher Set Expectations Correct Carefully Relationship and Feedback Project (Individual and Group) Resources Closing Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Cultural Awareness is Imperative in the Classroom A student's journey to learn a new language can be met with a multitude of intimidating aspects. The vocabulary and grammar alone are enough to create a challenge, but add on to that the reading, speaking, and writing components and the challenges can become daunting. With all the difficulties that come with teaching and learning a new language, the last thing that should ever be an area of discomfort or distress should be cultural awareness within the classroom. For the students and teachers alike, the classroom must be a place of tolerance and respect. Cultural awareness should not only guide how the teacher approaches the lessons but should also set the overall tone of the...  [Read more]

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 Anastasiia Ovchinnikova Visa and Legal Budget and Salary Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching English in China: Small or Big City? When we think of moving to China, we often imagine this marvelous picture of futuristic cities, glass skyscrapers, and 24/7 buzzing big city lifestyle. That was me 4 years ago while packing my suitcases to start a new chapter of my life in this far and foreign country. Table of Contents The Hidden Gems Of Living In A Small City Long-lasting Friendships Ultimate Local Experience Best Way To Save Money Teaching and The Big City Expat-friendly Working Conditions Great Infrastructure Tons Of Things To Do Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: I was so fresh yet naïve having graduated with...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Halloween Would You Rather This is a fun speaking activity where students discuss which of these spooky things they would rather do. Choose carefully.   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]

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Amazing Winter and Christmas ESL Activities Your Students Will Love When the aroma of gingerbread and eggnog is in the air, you know it's time to translate your love for the most beautiful season of the year into your TEFL classroom with winter ESL activities! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. What makes the perfect winter day? 2. Write an article for a local newspaper 3. Make paper snowflakes 4. Read something about winter 5. Play a game of Taboo 6. Holiday Extravaganza! 7. If everything else fails: These worksheets do the trick! Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! While this is the perfect time to embrace winter in TEFL...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Amanda Stern Destinations Alumni Experiences Tips for Getting Involved in the EFL Community Abroad Are you planning on teaching abroad, but worrying about how you can get involved in the community and leave a memorable impression on the locals? Language barriers may make this seem like a harrowing task, but fear not, the following is a list of a few jumping-off points for those planning to take the plunge into their new community. Table of Contents International Events Sports Teams Culture Classes Holiday Festivals Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: International Events Celebrating multiculturalism in a community is a worldwide phenomenon, even for unassuming towns. In our rural port-town in Japan, we have multiple...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Course Materials are Important Most if not all courses make use of materials, regardless of the topic being taught. In ESL courses materials are crucial to the learning processes from the beginning to the end of a student's education in English. Whether the materials used are authentic, non-authentic, realia, or media, they aid the students by testing, reinforcing, and improving the learner's knowledge. Course materials also provide learners with a reference other than the instructor in the case of dictionaries and other reference materials. Table of Contents What are course materials? Authentic and non-authentic materials Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [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]

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 7 Steps to ESL Classroom Gamification Games are great tools to motivate students and encourage them to learn things informally. However, ESL classroom games must have a purpose and support the learning process and not distract from it. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Set a Clear Goal 2. Divide the Goal into Simpler Steps 3. Choose a Cool Game Format 4. Personalize the Game 5. Create Motivation Badges 6. Design a Leaderboard 7. Consider Various Approaches to the Game Are you ready to learn new teaching skills? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this blog post, our ITTT TEFL expert shares seven steps to...  [Read more]

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Solve The Motivation Problems When Teaching Younger Students Motivation is one of the top priorities when it comes to working with kids. You can use the most effective activities, choose the most interesting topics, but all that will not work if your students are not motivated. This goes a lot easier with adults, as they have chosen to study English by themselves and they often have set one or few goals, so, at the end of the day, they are moving towards the set target. With kids things are a bit more complicated, as they did not choose to study the English language, their parents had made this choice for them. Table of Contents 1. Teaching Experience 2. Teaching Process 3. Parents-Teachers Communication 4. Praisals Do you...  [Read more]

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Self-Confidence Makes Learning Fun As babies and toddlers, learning a language is a natural thing. We listen, watch, learn, and eventually try speaking for ourselves. We make many mistakes. As a toddler, mistakes are adorable. Our parents, siblings, and grandparents can't get enough of our attempts at language. However, as we get older, mistakes are no longer cute and can become somewhat embarrassing, causing us to fear trying new things. This fear can make learning a new language particularly difficult as we get older. As teachers of foreign languages, it is important to help our students feel comfortable trying new things and even making mistakes. If our students can feel confident, even when they are wrong, they won't be...  [Read more]

Where can I join a TEFL placement program in Europe? If you want to teach English in Europe you will find that most jobs are secured following a face to face interview. If you would like to have a teaching job organised before you leave home, a government placement program might be a good option for you. The following are the most popular programs of their kind in Europe. Table of Contents What is the TAPIF Program for teaching English in France? What are the requirements for the TAPIF Program? How do I apply for the TAPIF Program? Do I need a TEFL/TESOL certificate to apply to the TAPIF Program? What is the Cultural Ambassadors Program for teaching English in Spain? What are the requirements for the Cultural Ambassadors Program? How do I apply for the Cultural Ambassadors...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Most Useful Methods to Increase Interest in Learning English in Your Students Motivation can be categorized into two types: intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic motivation is a drive that comes from within a person. People are intrinsically motivated when they enjoy doing an activity. Extrinsic motivation is a drive that comes from outside of a person. People are extrinsically motivated when they want to gain a reward (like a prize or a good grade) or avoid a punishment. Motivating Students to Learn English with some Smart Tactics are as follows: Table of Contents Make Class Communicative: Make English Practical: Forge Relationships: Make Class Fun: Give Feedback: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

TEFL in Ettlingen, Germany Date posted:2005-08-30 | Writer: ISL Sprachschule | Email: [email protected] ISL Ettlingen is urgently looking for an English teacher. This is a permanent, contract position with guaranteed hours and income. Work permits for non EU citizens can be arranged. Start time would be in early/mid September. Please send a short CV and a photo by Email English teacher position at ISL.   Conditions : Full contract under German law - with full medical cover, pension contributions, unemployment cover etc.. Ettlingen, Pforzheim and Koblenz schools - 25 hours ( 60 minutes) guaranteed by contract per week teaching. The contract is split into 2 contracts over 2 companies to maximise the net pay that teachers get (complications of german law) Salary: Euro...  [Read more]

What visa do I need to teach English in Spain? People come from all over the world to teach English as a foreign language in Spain, and there are a variety of different visa options depending on your nationality. The following is a brief overview of the current options; however, we recommend that you always conduct your own research to ensure you have the most up-to-date information. What visa do EU citizens need to teach English in Spain? As Spain is a member of the European Union, teachers from other EU member states do not need a visa to live and work legally in Spain. However, you will still need to apply for a residency permit and a tax number on arrival in the country. The application process should be straightforward and you can usually expect your employer to help you through...  [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]

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Tips & Resources for LGBTQIA+ English Teachers Abroad Teaching abroad is an exciting and enriching opportunity for anyone, but as an LGBT individual, there are additional challenges and considerations to keep in mind. Moving to a new country means adjusting to a different culture and navigating questions about discrimination, safety, coming out, and handling public displays of affection. While there has been significant progress in LGBT rights globally, including the legalization of same-sex marriage in more countries, there is still work to be done. Therefore, finding a place to teach abroad that is accepting and welcoming to the LGBT community becomes crucial. Table of Contents LGBTQIA+ Friendly EFL Destinations...  [Read more]

Where can I join a TEFL placement program in Europe? If you want to teach English in Europe you will find that most jobs are secured following a face to face interview. If you would like to have a teaching job organised before you leave home, a government placement program might be a good option for you. The following are the most popular programs of their kind in Europe. What is the TAPIF Program for teaching English in France? The TAPIF Program, short for Teaching Assistant Program in France, is a government initiative that places applicants into French state schools to work as teaching assistants. The program provides a great opportunity to live and work in a country where long-stay visas can be difficult to secure for non-EU citizens. For those who meet the necessary criteria, the...  [Read more]

Job Teaching EFL in Shanghai, China Date posted:2019-05-10 | Writer: Giraffe English | Email: [email protected] Giraffe English is now looking for dynamic, creative and passionate EFL teachers to join our close-knit teaching team. Teach young learners aged 3 to 12 years old in the vibrant metropolis of Shanghai, China. Giraffe was established in 1986 and opened its doors in China in 2009. Now, we have expanded to over 140 schools across China with Shanghai being the flagship school. The Shanghai flagship school continually strives to incorporate new educational and management concepts. Giraffe teaches students 3 to 12 years old, and given the age of our students, our mission extends beyond teaching English. We believe that we must not only be effective teachers of English, but...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways of Controlling and Managing an ESL Class Effectively Classroom management focuses on ways used to ensure and secure a comfortable atmosphere in the classroom, these are ways the teacher uses to make the classroom conducive for learners, to achieve this task, the teacher must set up rules that eliminate unwanted behavior that get to disrupt learning. Different approaches can be put in place by the teachers too. Achieving his objective while taking into consideration the age and level of the kid's Different teachers will have a different approach in the respect, taking into consideration the age and level of the kids. Table of Contents Relationship between students and teachers Teacher's responsibility Celebrating students...  [Read more]

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Confidence as a Skill to Teach in an ESL Classroom This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Olga S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents What is confidence? The very first impression Celebrate even small achievements Share the classroom responsibilities between all students is also essential Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! What is confidence? Referring to the "Cambridge dictionary," "confidence" is "the quality of being certain of your abilities or of having trust in people, plans or the future." Another...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English, The Universal Language Over a hundred years ago, in the late 19th century, a Polish-Jewish eye doctor named Dr. Ludwig Lazarus Zamenhof wanted to bridge the gaps and misunderstandings between different ethnic groups that he grew up around. Being from a Polish city that, at the time, was a polyglot, multi-ethnic mixture of Poles, Russians, Jews, Lithuanians, and Germans, he saw there was a great deal of distrust between each group, and he believed it was due to the language barriers that each imposed. To create a common ground between every group, he created an international, universal language called Esperanto (Yaffe, 2017). While it was a great idea to create a language that did not belong to any ethnic group and could...  [Read more]