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Can I get an FBI criminal background check abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Yes, you can obtain an FBI criminal background check while abroad. To obtain an FBI criminal background check while abroad, you can follow these steps: Contact an approved channeler: The FBI has approved certain channelers who can assist in obtaining background checks from outside the U.S. These channelers can help you with the process and facilitate the submission of your fingerprints. Fingerprinting: You will need to have your fingerprints taken at a location approved by the FBI. This can usually be done at local police stations or through the U.S. embassy or consulate in the country where you are located. Submission and processing: Once your fingerprints have been taken, the approved channeler will submit them to the FBI on your behalf. The FBI will then process the background check and... [Read more]
How do Americans get a criminal background check for teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
For Americans planning to teach English abroad, obtaining a criminal background check is often a critical part of the job or visa application process. Countries like South Korea, a major hub for foreign English teachers, mandate this check for securing an official work visa. Likewise, various nations and schools have similar prerequisites. Typically, the most frequently sought-after background check for American teachers is the FBI's Identity History Summary Check. Although locally-sourced checks are also accepted, the FBI's version is more universally recognized but may have longer processing times.
Also read: What is the EPIK program for teaching English in South Korea?
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Teaching English in Japan - Alumni Report by Gabriella S. - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Hungarian
What is your nationality?
What city and state are you from?
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What is your education level and background?
Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been?
Where did you study?
What made you interested in going to teach English abroad?
What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad?
Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT?
Which TEFL certification course did you take?
How did you like the course?
How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position?
Which city and country did you decide to teach English in and why?
How long have you been in this country and how long do you plan to stay?
How did you secure your English teaching job?
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Teaching English in Spain - Alumni Report by Julia E. - TEFL Blog
Julia Erbacher
Alumni Experiences
I am American.
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Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT?
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Which city and country did you decide to teach English in and why?
How long have you been in this country and how long do you plan to stay?
How did you secure your English teaching job?
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Alumni Report: What It’s Like Teaching English in Austria - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
Between 2017 and 2018 after I had graduated with a bachelor's degree in German and English, I moved to Vienna, Austria to become an English teaching assistant through the Fulbright group. I was placed at two schools in Lower Austria and taught around 14-15 classes each week for 50 minute periods. Going into the situation, I honestly felt underprepared and confused as to what I was supposed to teach and how. The program attempted to orientate the teaching assistants, but in reality, there was much I did not know.
The Role as an English Teaching Assistant
The Role of the Teacher in the Classroom
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Teaching English in South Korea and China - Alumni Report by Linda D. - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
American and German
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Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been?
Where did you study?
What made you interested in going to teach English abroad?
What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad?
Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT?
Which TEFL certification course did you take?
How did you like the course?
How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position?
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Last posts written by Julia
Julia Erbacher is from Buffalo, N.Y. where she graduated from the University at Buffalo with a Bachelors of Arts in Spanish. When not traveling (and also when she is), Julia spends a lot of time in nature and looking for the next adventure whether it be at home or elsewhere.
Julia Erbacher
Alumni Experiences
Read about what it's really like teaching English in Spain in this first-hand alumni report by one of our ITTT graduates.
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Can I teach English abroad if I have a criminal record? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Teaching English abroad can be a rewarding experience, but it's essential to understand the visa requirements of the country you wish to work in. Many countries conduct background checks on foreign teachers, and some have strict regulations regarding criminal records. It's crucial to research the specific visa requirements of your desired destination to determine if having a criminal record will impact your eligibility to teach English there.
In most cases, you will be required to disclose any criminal convictions when applying for a visa to teach English abroad. It's important to be honest about your criminal record during the application process, as providing false information can lead to serious consequences, including deportation. Some countries may be more lenient towards certain... [Read more]
Linking Words for Writing Reports, Essays, or Emails - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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When writing in a formal manner for work reports, essays, or emails, you can improve the quality of your content by using a range of linking words that can highlight similarities, contrasts, and contradictions.
By using linking words such as those listed above you can add extra weight to formal writing when you want to impress native or non-native English speakers alike. The following examples should give you some ideas on how to spice up your English essays or work emails by linking sentence clauses or separate sentences.
Example Sentences:
Not all inner city residents are poor; equally, there are many poor people living in rural areas.
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Can I teach English abroad if I have a criminal background check? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
When considering teaching English abroad, it's essential to understand the visa requirements of the country you wish to teach in. Many countries have strict regulations in place to ensure the safety and well-being of their citizens, which may include background checks as part of the visa application process. These background checks are typically used to assess the character and suitability of individuals applying to work in positions of trust, such as teaching.
Having a criminal background does not necessarily disqualify you from teaching English abroad, but it can complicate the process. Some countries have specific regulations regarding the type and severity of offenses that may disqualify an individual from obtaining a visa to teach. Offenses such as violent crimes, drug trafficking, or... [Read more]
The Best Thing I've Learned From My TEFL/TESOL Course - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
A TEFL course is the first step towards a successful career in teaching English abroad. A TEFL course, whether taken online or in-class, covers a wide range of topics from lesson planning and classroom management, to English grammar and pronunciation techniques. In this post, one of our TEFL graduates shares their thoughts on the best thing they've learned from their TEFL/TESOL course with ITTT.
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The best thing that I learned from my TEFL/TESOL course is that teaching is more nuanced than just having a lesson plan and letting the ESA formula do the work. With these kinds of courses, it is so easy to get so caught up in the... [Read more]
Teaching English in Taiwan ✅ The Hidden Gem of Asia - TEFL Blog
Christian Davey
Destinations Alumni Experiences
What do you envision when you see yourself teaching English abroad? Depending on your point-of-view, it could differ considerably, I bet. For instance, you may picture yourself eating local food on your lunch break with your colleagues, or you might begin to ponder what your students are talking about in their native language during the break time. Whatever you picture, I can happily say that the experience of teaching English in Taiwan is packed with so much joy and satisfaction.
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Teaching English in Taiwan - Previous experience necessary?
Learning as you go
The first few months in Taiwan
Fine-tuning teaching skills
Classroom management and discipline issues
Putting a reward system into place
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Reported Speech - 12 Dialogs - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This activity will help your EFL students practice the usage of reported speech. Students work in pairs/groups take the cards and should report the dialogs in the indirect speech.
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TEFL Taiwan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Seeking Full Time English Teachers In Taiwan 1
Date posted:2024-02-16 | Writer: KNS Language Institute | Email: [email protected]
KNS Language Institute in Kaohsiung, Taiwan is hiring for spring positions. All positions are full time and are preceded by a two week training period.Benefits include:→ 18-30 teaching hours per week, all in one place, Monday to Friday→ work permit, ARC, and health insurance provided→ three week summer holiday plus additional personal vacation time→ sizable year end bonusThe ideal candidate will:→ be patient, creative, hard-working, and outgoing and work well in a fast-paced environment→ work well with children aged 7 to 14→ be a Native English speaker→ possess a four year university degree→ be able to sign a one year contract→ be available for a training period 2 weeks before the start of... [Read more]
TEFL Taiwan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Seeking Full Time English Teachers In Taiwan
Date posted:2022-10-14 | Writer: KNS Language Institute | Email: [email protected]
KNS Language Institute in Kaohsiung, Taiwan is hiring for fall positions. All positions are full time and are preceded by a two week training period.Benefits include:→ 18-30 teaching hours per week, all in one place, Monday to Friday→ work permit, ARC, and health insurance provided→ three week summer holiday plus additional personal vacation time→sizable year end bonusThe ideal candidate will:→ be patient, creative, hard-working, and outgoing and work well in a fast-paced environment→ work well with children aged 7 to 14→ be a Native English speaker→ possess a four year university degree→ be able to sign a one year contract→ be available for a training period 2 weeks before the start... [Read more]
TEFL Other Europe - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ English Teacher Grades 1 4 In Tirana Albania ann. 2
Date posted:2024-03-18 | Writer: Albanian International School | Email: [email protected]
Albanian International School is an international school located in Tirana, the capital city of Albania. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are flexible and ready for the challenge of both teaching multiple subjects in a classroom setting and committed to helping the school grow by being active in the community.
Albanian International School has been in operation for eleven years and is fully accredited by the Ministry of Education and Sport and by WASC Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Website: http://www.ais-tirana.org/ Instagram: ais.tirana
Minimum Job Requirements:
BA or BS degree from an accredited university
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TEFL Other Europe - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Science And English Teacher Grades 5 9 Tirana Albania ann. 2
Date posted:2024-06-21 | Writer: Albanian International School | Email: [email protected]
Albanian International School is an international school located in Tirana, the capital city of Albania. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are flexible and ready for the challenge of both teaching multiple subjects in a classroom setting and committed to helping the school grow by being active in the community.
Albanian International School has been in operation for eleven years and is fully accredited by the Ministry of Education and Sport and by WASC Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Minimum Job Requirements:BA or BS degree from an accredited universityThe Original Diploma and a copy of your Grade Transcript signed by the University’s Dean and... [Read more]
TEFL Taiwan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Full Time Efl Teachers Needed For Positions In Kaohsiung Taiwan ann. 2
Date posted:2019-07-11 | Writer: KNS Language Institute | Email: [email protected]
KNS Language Institute in Kaohsiung, Taiwan is hiring EFL teachers for October and November positions. All positions are full time and are preceded by a two week training period. Founded in 1995 by husband and wife team Kevin and Sofia, we are a leader in teaching English as a Foreign Language. Our reputation as a well-established and our well-run, multi-campus, school has our clients re-enrolling year after year and puts KNS among the schools preferred by applicants seeking work as teachers of English in Taiwan.
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→ 18-30 teaching hours per week, all in one place, Monday to Friday
→ work permit, ARC, and health insurance provided
→ three week summer holiday plus additional... [Read more]
TEFL Turkey - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ International School Positions Available In Turkey
Date posted:2021-09-30 | Writer: On the Mark Education | Email: [email protected]
On the Mark Education is looking for native English language teachers to join our team and teach at our international school in Eskişehir, Turkey. Kindergarten students have an independent dining hall. Students are fed three meals a day, including breakfast, lunch and afternoon breakfast, accompanied by instructors. The daily menus that will meet the nutritional needs of the students are determined by the food engineers working in the cafeterias. Hygiene inspection of cafeterias and food is done continuously. Teachers guide students through both controlled practice and authentic conversation activities. All lesson materials are already in place; so minimal lesson planning is required. Teachers will... [Read more]
TEFL Japan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Qualified English Teachers Needed In Nagoya Japan 1 ann. 2
Date posted:2023-08-10 | Writer: ABC Plus English School | Email: [email protected]
We are currently looking for a qualified applicant for a full-time English conversation teaching position in Nagoya starting in January, 2024.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT1. Position: Full-time English Teacher2. Contract: One-year renewable contract*3. Maximum 25 classes of lessons per week (Each class lasts 45 or 50 minutes)4. Five days a week with 2 consecutive days off (Either Saturday/Sunday or Sunday/Monday)5. Salary: 250,000 - 270,000 yen per month6. Location: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture*Starting date can vary due to COVID-19 related border restrictions.BENEFITS1. Visa sponsorship2. Approximately six weeks holidays3. One year contract completion bonus: 100,000... [Read more]
TEFL England - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Residential And Homestay Efl Teachers
Date posted:2026-01-07 | Writer: Anglophiles Academic | Email: [email protected]
For over 50 years we have run English language and activity programmes for young overseas students. Anglophiles Academic is a well-established, private educational company founded in 1973 with a reputation for quality and professionalism. We run English Language courses and activity programmes for overseas students. Students are aged mainly between 11 to 17 years old.
Roles and Responsibilities- Collaborate with other Anglophiles staff, including Local Organizers and Group Leaders on-site.- Host Family Programme & Residential Programme: carry out English language tests on the first day and adjust student placements based on provisional class... [Read more]
TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Eal Elementary Teacher
Date posted:2024-05-26 | Writer: Keerapat International School | Email: [email protected]
Keerapat International School (KPIS) is a leading international school based in Thailand, offering an exceptional education to students from around the world. We are committed to providing our students with a challenging and stimulating learning environment that encourages them to reach their full potential.
Job Description
At KPIS, for Grades 1-5, there is a homeroom teacher and an EAL (English as an Additional Language) teacher at every grade level. Both the homeroom and EAL teachers are responsible for all students in the classroom. The EAL teacher will plan and work closely with homeroom teachers and divisional principals to meet the needs of students who need extra language support. The EAL teacher... [Read more]
TEFL Japan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Qualified English Teachers Needed In Nagoya Japan ann. 2
Date posted:2022-10-12 | Writer: ABC Plus English School | Email: [email protected]
Teach English at ABC Plus in Nagoya, Japan.We are currently looking for a qualified applicant for a full-time English conversation teaching position in Nagoya starting on January 17, 2023.If you are interested in the position, please read the details below. We'd like to hear from you! TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT1. Position: Full-time English Teacher2. Contract: One-year renewable contract*3. Maximum 25 classes of lessons per week (Each class lasts 45 or 50 minutes)4. Five days a week with 2 consecutive days off (Either Saturday/Sunday or Sunday/Monday)5. Salary: 250,000 - 270,000 yen per month6. Location: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture*Starting date can vary due to COVID-19 related border... [Read more]
TEFL Japan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Qualified English Teachers Needed In Nagoya Japan ann. 2
Date posted:2021-09-14 | Writer: ABC Plus English School | Email: [email protected]
Use your TEFL skills to teach English at ABC Plus in Nagoya, Japan. We are currently looking for a qualified applicant for a full-time English conversation teaching position in Nagoya starting on November/December, 2021. If you are interested in the position, we'd like to hear from you!TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT1. Position: Full-time English Teacher2. Contract: One-year renewable contract*3. Maximum 25 classes of lessons per week (Each class lasts 45 or 50 minutes)4. Five days a week with 2 consecutive days off (Either Saturday/Sunday or Sunday/Monday)5. Salary: 250,000 - 270,000 yen per month6. Location: Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture*Starting date can vary due to COVID-19 related border... [Read more]
TEFL Asia General - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Learning Support Teacher Aug Dec 2024 ann. 2
Date posted:2024-06-06 | Writer: Seoul Foreign School | Email: [email protected]
We are only looking for candidates who are able to work in Korea without visa support such as Korean nationals, F-4, or F-6 visa holders.
We offer rigorous academic programs, including the International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP in our Elementary School, the MYP in our Middle and High Schools and the DP in High School. We also offer a robust British curriculum for Key Stage 1-Key Stage 3. We have more than 300 staff and faculty representing countries and cultures from around the world.
Requirements:
A degree and valid teaching credential in your subject area
TEFL/TESOL certificate is a benefit
Two years of successful teaching experience in a western school setting, at the specific grade level or subject area... [Read more]
TEFL Canada - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Jobs For English Tutors In Canada
Date posted:2020-01-26 | Writer: Explanations Unlimited | Email: [email protected]
Are you interested in a fulfilling part-time teaching opportunity? Explanations Unlimited is currently looking for enthusiastic instructors to service our private & corporate clients in Toronto and surrounding areas. As an educational institution certified by the Canadian federal government, Explanations Unlimited has been providing private tutoring in clients’ Toronto-area homes, & “on-site” corporate language training since 1980 with occasional opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. Due to on-going student requests, Explanations Unlimited also hires year-round.
BENEFITS OF BEING AN EXPLANATIONS UNLIMITED INSTRUCTOR:
Work for a well-respected Canadian tutoring service as a professional,... [Read more]
TEFL UK - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Homestay Efl Teachers Needed In The Uk
Date posted:2020-08-03 | Writer: Anglophiles Academic | Email: [email protected]
Anglophiles Academic are looking for EFL Teachers to work in our Homestay Centres in Kings Lynn, Milton Keynes, Peterborough, Nottingham, Plymouth, or Mallow in Ireland. Due to the current situation, tutors must be a resident or live within commutable distance to the Homestay town, as accommodation is not provided. We have two type of posts available, they are:-Post 1: Full-time Tutor: 15 hours or 30 hours (dependent on excursions) a week and supervising afternoon activities from Monday to Friday.Post 2: Part-time Tutor: You will teach 15 hours a week from Monday to Friday in the mornings only.Travel expenses for your daily commute (to and from Centre) are not covered.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:To teach,... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - Productive Receptive Skills/receptive Skills Avoiding Problems - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
So, some of the ways in which we can avoid these problems occurring in the first place is to reteach the vocabulary that's going to be required in the particular activity and the grammar. Now, having said this, it doesn't mean that if we think about a particular article that they're going to read or a listening activity that they're going to listen to. They don't have to know every single word in there but they do need to know a certain number of words in order to actually make sense out of it. Secondly, most of the materials that we'll be using for both reading and possibly for listening will be what's called an authentic material. In other words, it's a real piece of material from a newspaper or magazine that hasn't been created for a particular class and so we need a very... [Read more]
All The Skills Required to Teach Business English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Business English skills are important for professional development, as they ensure that people are well equipped for the Business English world. According to Unit 2: Teaching and Learning students will gain knowledge of when Business English is used and what type of activities it is used in. This will prepare them for the future.
Receptive skills
Productive Skills
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TEFL Taiwan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching Positions Native Teachers Only ann. 2
Date posted:2025-08-05 | Writer: Arun Language Training & Recruitment Ltd | Email: [email protected]
Arun Language Training & Recruitment are recruiting graduates of any discipline to teach English to children at private English language schools located throughout Taiwan.
Taipei, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Taichung, Keelung, PingDong and many other locations.
Teachers enter Taiwan on a 90-day visit visa available on arrival and convert to a work permit in country after arrival.
Documents DO NOT need to be apostilled prior to arrival in Taiwan, greatly facilitating arrival. On entry to Taiwan candidates must have with them a hard copy of their university degree and a recent national background check (minor offences permitted).
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