Esl Resources For Elementary Teachers

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What are some useful ESL teaching resource books? The market for ESL teaching books is very large and all the major publishers have some form of involvement in the production and selling of these resources. There are many different types of books and resources that are used in ESL teaching and we will consider three main categories.1) General teaching theory books2) ESL book series3) Activity resource books Table of Contents General teaching theory books ESL book series Activity Resource books Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! General teaching theory books As an ESL teacher unless you spend your entire career...  [Read more]

What are the best books for teaching ESL? The realm of ESL teaching books is expansive, with renowned publishers offering a plethora of resources. Generally, ESL teaching materials can be categorized into: These categories encompass a range of tools, from structured lesson plans to interactive activities, essential for any ESL educator. Table of Contents Book Series Teaching Theory Books Activity Resources Book Series There are a number of well known book series. These are specifically written for the ESL teaching market and are generally set at the five levels most often taught. These levels are Starter or Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, and Upper-Intermediate. A typical book series at each level will contain three books. These are the teacher book, student...  [Read more]

What are the best books for teaching ESL? The market for ESL teaching books is very large and all the major publishers have some form of involvement in the production and selling of these resources. There are many different types of books and resources that are used in ESL teaching and we will consider three main categories. 1) Book series 2) General teaching theory books 3) Activity resources Book Series There are a number of well known book series. These are specifically written for the ESL teaching market and are generally set at the five levels most often taught. These levels are Starter or Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, and Upper-Intermediate. A typical book series at each level will contain three books. These are the teacher book, student book and resources...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Most Problematic Challenges for English Learning in Japan Japan is a Pacific Island nation whose history is marked by periods of nationalism and seclusion, as the Japanese government closed the borders to international trade. The lack of foreign influence in Japan has enabled a unique culture to flourish and the population to remain nearly 98% homogenous, meaning nearly everyone that lives in Japan is Japanese. Table of Contents English in Japan Speaking Difficulties Classroom Atmosphere International Programs Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Andrew C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Needs and Skills Assessment During the First Business English Lesson ESL teachers when they meet their class for the first time should learn what students know and what they need to know. Even for General English in schools or university classrooms where students have more or less the same level of English. There should be some short tests to determine students' gaps in knowledge, personal objectives or institutional requirements.Especially assessment is needed when teaching Business English. This essay will discuss types of assessments in the early stages of teaching Business English to students. Table of Contents Students' Reasons to Learn and Their Language Level An example of a level test taken from ITTT Specialized Course...  [Read more]

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Opportunities to Teach English in Korea Date posted:2013-04-10 | Writer: Jeong Sang Language School | Email: [email protected] JLS hagwon has regular opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers and is currently looking for teachers to fill vacancies in Shinjeong Elementary School. We have been in the Korean ESL industry for over 25 years now and have a solid reputation. We produce and publish our own curriculum and over the past few years we have been providing a version of our curriculum to the Korean public school system for their after school English programs. This curriculum and program is called "CHESSCool". It includes all the resources and materials (PPT, workbook, storybooks, etc) to provide the teacher with a fun way to engage the students while enabling them to use English...  [Read more]

Opportunities to Teach English in Korea Date posted:2013-04-10 | Writer: Jeong Sang Language School | Email: [email protected] JLS hagwon has regular opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers and is currently looking for teachers to fill vacancies in Shinjeong Elementary School. We have been in the Korean ESL industry for over 25 years now and have a solid reputation. We produce and publish our own curriculum and over the past few years we have been providing a version of our curriculum to the Korean public school system for their after school English programs. This curriculum and program is called "CHESSCool". It includes all the resources and materials (PPT, workbook, storybooks, etc) to provide the teacher with a fun way to engage the students while enabling them to use English...  [Read more]

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 Anna Domiczek TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How to Engage Young ESL Learners in an Online Classroom Shifting from a traditional classroom to a virtual setting can be daunting for teachers who do not have experience teaching online. This is especially the case if one has to keep young students engaged and motivated. What are the tricks to instill excitement and interest in preschoolers who do not have the intrinsic motivation to perform to achieve good grades? Their parents' primary desire is for them to speak like the native and one day go off to an internationally renowned US university or work for a foreign company. Young students are motivated by something else- a desire to have fun in a welcoming environment. Table of Contents English learners are getting...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs in Japan The TEFL jobs market in Japan is possibly the largest in the world. With tens of thousands of TEFL teachers required year after year. Teaching in Japan is often a pleasant experience. Expect to work hard and earn well. There are many online resources for finding TEFL jobs in Japan. If you run a quick search on Google, you’ll find hundreds of TEFL jobs in Japan at any one time. TEFL jobs are plentiful in every city and town. Choose your preferred location before hand and the chances are you will find a TEFL job there. Should you need to, seek direct school contacts from online language school directories. For further particulars, visit Teaching English in Japan. View job offers on the following pages to gain an insight into TEFL jobs in Japan.  English...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Recommendations on Obtaining a TEFL Course Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) as a course contains a variety of units that are meant to enable an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher to be prepared for the classroom and everything that they may face. Some of the most important benefits of the course are the units on the three main components of lesson structure, lesson planning, possible problems in the classroom, grammar overviews and classroom management. Even if the TEFL is not a requirement, it is an invaluable resource meant to provide support to ESL teachers wherever they may teach. Table of Contents ESA Methodology Grammar Review Preparing for Classes Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [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]

Job Teaching English in Taiwan (5) Date posted:2014-08-14 | Writer: Korrnell Academy | Email: [email protected] Are you a TEFL certified teacher? Korrnell Academy, a top-rated, fastest-growing school, awaits your arrival! Korrnell Academy is a diversified-culture, Chinese-English bilingual private school (a grade school rather than a cram language center) in Hsinchu County. We use American curriculum with American textbooks to nurture our children to grow happily and healthily. Our school has the following advantages over other schools/language institutes in Taiwan or other non-native English speaking countries: 1. Korrnell Academy offers Chinese-English dual immersion program to our students. ESL teachers teach curriculum-based English classes with American textbooks. We provide...  [Read more]

Hiring Native Level Online ESL Tutors Date posted:2021-07-18 | Writer: Acadsoc | Email: [email protected] Acadsoc is hiring homebased online English tutors providing a lot of home based online English teaching jobs. To conduct 1-to-1 English classes for 25 mins to learners (K-12) from China. The tutors will work from home, follow their shifts on the class table, teach online with provided materials, and submit class remarks after finishing every lesson. A competitive package is offered to the qualified candidates based on their overall teaching ability, lesson performance and educational background.Details of PositionAcadsoc is an online education company, with over 10,000 English teachers and over 40,000,000 students from China, and it has made Acadsoc one of the largest 1-to-1 online...  [Read more]

Archives for June 2023 A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for Intermediate ESL Students in a 1-Hour Class Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhance your ESL speaking skills with this comprehensive lesson plan! Designed for intermediate learners, discover engaging activities and targeted language practice to boost fluency and confidence. Level up your communication abilities today! Mastering the Art of Teaching English: Essential Qualities for Success Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the vital qualities that empower English teachers to excel. From cultural awareness to adaptable teaching methods, learn how to create an engaging and impactful learning experience for non-native English speakers. Unleash your...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Improve Your Young Learners Classes with these 30 Course Books TEFL teachers both new and experienced will benefit from having a range of course books to draw on for their lessons. General English course books for young learners differ from those for adults in a number of ways. Obviously the types of topics will be geared towards the interests of younger people but there are also differences in the way the language is presented. Course books for adults will generally have sections with explicit presentations of a grammar point,whereas books for young learners do not usually cover grammar in detail. Table of Contents Oxford University Press course books for young learners Cambridge University Press course books for young...  [Read more]

Regular Vacancies For EFL Teachers in China Date posted:2019-08-21 | Writer: Shanghai Meiji | Email: [email protected] Shanghai Meiji, one of the biggest human resources centers for foreigners in Shanghai (China), specializes in assisting foreign teachers and interns in pursuing the teaching career of their dreams in China with ongoing opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. We bring over 300+ teachers and interns every year and place them in international elementary schools, kindergartens and language centers schools, primarily in Shanghai. SMCC provides an arrangement of professional services for its teachers and interns, including the airport pickup, visa service, retrieval of a temporary residence permit, recommendations for teaching positions, preparations for school...  [Read more]

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Factors That Influence Job Searching in Certain Countries Teaching certificates open a lot of opportunities to find a good job throughout the world to native speakers of English language either for those who are fluent in it but doesn't have a special degree in pedagogic studies. One just needs to take a CELTA, DELTA, TESOL or TEFL course that is usually about one month long and depending on time and financial solvency can be taken online or offline. These courses have similar approaches to teaching techniques and methods, they are well structured and provide much useful information on teaching resources, teaching theories as well as practical tasks. But there are some issues one can meet in EFL teaching job searching. Table...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs in China One third of the Worlds’ population lives in China. Combine this with a booming export economy and a rapidly growing service sector, and you construct a massive TEFL jobs market. With TEFL jobs in all Chinese cities and towns, you should have no problem in finding a position in a location of your choice. Beijing, Shanghai and all larger cities, which sometimes feel like countries, have massive jobs markets. Such has been the increase in demand that pay and conditions in China have improved dramatically over the years. You can do very well here as a TEFL teacher. English schools are to be found almost everywhere, with the more industrious East of the country having the highest proportion of TEFL jobs in China. All native English speakers can easily find TEFL jobs in...  [Read more]

TEFL in Tarnobrzeg, Poland (2) Date posted:2006-07-27 | Writer: WORD School of Foreign Languages | Email: [email protected] WORD School of Foreign Languages is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year (Oct.2006-June 2007) We are looking for qualified and resourceful native speaking teachers to teach English to children, teenagers and adults. Word School is a very successful private language school in Tarnobrzeg, Poland. It has been in operation for 11 years and has a growing population. Tarnobrzeg is in south-east Poland. It has a population of 55, 000. It is a quiet safe town. We run English and German language programs, as well as in-company Business English courses. We also prepare students for Cambridge Examinations (FCE,CAE, CPE, BEC 1/2/3) The classes have a...  [Read more]

TEFL in Poland - Tarnobrzeg Date posted:2004-06-10 | Writer: Word School of Foreign Languages | Email: [email protected] We are looking for qualified and resourceful native speaking teachers to teach English to children, teenagers and adults. Word School is a very successful private language school in Tarnobrzeg, Poland. It has been in operation for 9 years and has a growing population. Tarnobrzeg is in south-east Poland. It has a population of 55, 000. It is a quiet safe town. We run English and German language programs, as well as in-company Business English courses. We also prepare students for Cambridge Examinations (FCE,CAE, CPE, BEC 1/2/3) The classes have a maximum of 12 students. Students are placed in classes according to English ability. The courses we offer include 8...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in South Africa  TEFL Opportunities in Durban, South Africa Writer: MPC Connect | Email: [email protected] MPC Connect are seeking fluent English speaking individuals to join our dynamic team of TEFL experts, in Durban. Contact us via email for full details of the position. Benefits: Permanent employment Salary: R8 000 - R11 000 Work Week: Mon-Fri Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Linguistics TEFL/TESOL Certificate TO APPLY: Contact us via email at the address given on the job heading with: Your CV/Resume Copies of your certificates and other related qualifications Please indicate the subject as ‘English Language Expert - Advert’. This position reports to: Centre Manager Apply before Monday, November 25, 2019 If you have not received a response within...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Main Problems Young English Learners Face In China Learning English has become a necessary extra-curricular activity for many students in China. Since China has become a global giant as a result of her rapid economic development, many parents have picked up the momentum in raising their children's proficiency in English. From learning and studying the TESOL and Young Learners' sessions, there are three areas of hurdles observed. They are learning environment, technical differences, and students' mindsets. Table of Contents Learning Environment Technical Differences Cultural differences Students' Mindset Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs in Vietnam An Asian tiger in the city and a developing nation in the countryside, TEFL jobs in Vietnam are to be found in diverse locations. Most positions are, with no surprise, to be found in the larger cities such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, but TEFL jobs in Vietnam can still be found in smaller towns and cities. The demand for TEFL qualified teachers is growing here, as it is worldwide, but Vietnam offers something a little different to other TEFL job locations. In spite of a difficult past, Vietnam has a prosperous future, and along with this comes an increasing demand to learn English. Vietnamese people are very friendly and open and welcome ‘visitors’ to their country with spectacular warmth. Expect to be treated as a family member here. Visit teaching English in...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 Ahmed Taha TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Native vs. Non-native Speaking EFL Teachers As an English teacher, who is best? Native speakers of English or non-native speakers? Table of Contents Teaching English today Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Teaching English today Given the widespread belief that native speakers make better English teachers than non-native speakers, Jennifer Jenkins writes, "we will begin by analysing why this should be true." Is it true that native speakers make better teachers by definition, or just that they have a better understanding of English as a second language? To begin, here are two researchers who argue against the notion that a native speaker is a better...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 Laura Payne Destinations TEFL Information The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program: All You Need to Know and How to Apply The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program is not the only means to teach English in Japan, but it is one of the most popular programs out there both for aspiring teachers and those who wish to pursue other fields. I first joined this program a little over a year ago. In the short time since then, I've gained incredibly valuable experiences through my work as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT). Table of Contents The History of JET Duties of an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) How to Apply for the JET Program Remuneration and Living Rewards of JET Common Challenges for ALTs The JET Community Listen to this blog post What are you waiting...  [Read more]

Fri, 08 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas My Dream Come True: My First Teaching Experience Teaching is a very enjoyable job and can also be highly rewarding. I had the opportunity to learn that by having an eighteen-month religious experience in which I shared all my beliefs with the people in Ecuador. Even though it wasn't a job I gave it my full commitment and that might be why I gained so much knowledge and life lessons from it. After returning home, I realized that I wanted to keep having that feeling in my life. I wanted to teach people. Now, the question was what to teach. After talking to some of my close family members and friends, I remembered an old dream that I had when I was younger: Being an English teacher. I started having a passion for this language since...  [Read more]

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Acknowledging Different Challenges With Learning I have been teaching English in Taiwan at a local elementary school, grades 1-6 with three different co-teachers since the end of August 2018. One of the biggest challenges I have faced so far is the fact that each student is very different, and all have different learning abilities and struggles with learning English. Table of Contents What Causes Challenges in The Classroom? My Personal Teaching Experience All Students Are Different Team Building Within the Class Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Aria T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs...  [Read more]

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How is Language Acquisition Influenced by Reading? I have read everything that has fallen into my hands ever since I can remember, and that goes for both my native tongue, Spanish, and my second language, English. I remember waiting in line and reading and re-reading a thousand times a sign on a window directly in front of me! Sometimes it can be maddening being this way, but in the long run, I firmly believe that my passion for reading has finally paid off! Table of Contents My Experience The Problem of Technology Experience Research Results Consequences of Reading ESL Teaching Some reasons to read are: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs Online There are students of English all over the world who prefer to learn English online rather than by physical attendance at a school or language academy. Qualified TEFL teachers are therefore hired by a number of different organisations to teach English online. Here are some online teaching positions: Online English Teachers Needed | (Date posted:2021-11-06) Date posted:2021-11-06 | Writer: Stones2Milestones | Email: [email protected] We are building freadom - a breakthrough product in English literacy and currently have 250+ facilitators teaching 12k+ paid students across India and other International markets. Our new age curriculum ensures students have fun while they learn with certified expert facilitators. We are looking to bring into our fold an...  [Read more]