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Fri, 24 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems of Turkish Students While Learning English In the last years, English has become more and more popular worldwide. In most countries, children start learning a second language at an early age. Also in Turkey, the number of schools, universities and language centers where it is possible to learn English has increased significantly. Nevertheless, despite all the efforts and a considerable presence of foreign teachers, it seems that Turkish students find the English language extremely difficult to learn. Turkish students consider the education system the major cause of their school failure because it is too obsolete. I had the opportunity to work as a language teacher in Turkey for several years. This...  [Read more]

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 Najwa Sabih Destinations Alumni Experiences Who Your Students will be when Teaching English in Turkey Teaching English in Turkey can be challenging as this language is not very common here. Turkish people are very loyal to their country and language, so they consider it unimportant to learn a new language. Moreover, in their opinion, foreigners must learn Turkish to communicate with them and never the opposite. Thus, if your target population to teach the English language is Turkish, your chance of finding a job is very low. However, it is well known that Turkey, especially Istanbul, Ankara, and Kutahya, are full of foreigners willing to learn the English language in Turkey for many reasons that we will discuss later in this article. Table of Contents Language...  [Read more]

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems for ESL Learners in Turkey I have started teaching English in Turkey, since 2018. If you are planning to start your teaching career here, I would like to mention several pros and cons and problems of learning English for the speakers of the Turkish language. Table of Contents Expectations Syntax Usage of the First Language Students' Efforts Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Hanie s. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Expectations First of all, learners expect teaching to be prescriptive rather than descriptive, which indicates, they tend to memorize the sample...  [Read more]

Teach English in Istanbul, Turkey Date posted:2006-09-21 | Writer: Bilge Adam | Email: [email protected] Bilge Adam IT Academy is seeking qualified NATIVE SPEAKING EFL teachers currently residing in Turkey. Call or send your CV/Resume to e-mail: [email protected] Phone: +90 212 2727600 ext. 1025 (Ms. Devrim Celebi) Teachers will be responsible for preparation, delivery and evaluation of English courses for Intermediate to Advanced levels. Working environment: All classrooms are air-conditioned and equipped with LCD screen removable PCs with internet connection 7/24, CD-ROM, a data projector, sound system Teachers' Room is also equipped with 10-15 computers with access to the Internet Address: BILGE ADAM IT Academy 19 Mayis cd. 59/61 UBM plaza Kat:4 Fulya Besiktas/...  [Read more]

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Whys of the Inconveniences between an English Detective and a Turkish Dedektif Learning languages is for most of us, not an easy undertaking, mostly because it requires building new frameworks in our brains and lots of practice. Learning English as a second language is not an exception. By now, it's already well-known the importance of speaking English in a globalized world, and so even governments are making an effort to include it in their education plans. As an example, English is taught in both private and public schools throughout Turkey, but despite all these efforts and adjustments, not a lot of Turkish people can speak English beyond basic sentences and isolated words... so, what's happening? Table of Contents Main...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 Najwa Sabih Destinations Alumni Experiences ITTT Course Graduate: My Personal Experience Teaching in Turkey Turkey is one of the most beautiful countries where you can have a lovely vacation. There are many touristic sites and fascinating places that will mesmerize you with the beauty of this country. Though, living in Turkey can be challenging. It is completely different from coming for tourism. When I decided to move to Istanbul almost two years ago, in October 2020, it was still the period of the covid-19 pandemic. This was really hard, as the companies were still closed, and everything was online, which made it hard for me to find a job. I was still an undergraduate back then, which was also a negative point for me to be able to have a job. Later, things turned...  [Read more]

TEFL Certificate Turkey Capital city Ankara Language Turkish Currency Turkish Lira Typical TEFL teacher salary US$ 1,000/month Major TEFL locations Istanbul Ankara Izmir   The Country There are great opportunities for teaching English in Turkey, particularly in the larger cities. Salaries are reasonable and teachers are able to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle. Opportunities mainly exist within the private educational sector. Most teachers seem to find teaching and living in Turkey a pleasurable experience. A university degree is necessary for teaching English in Turkey and with our lifetime assistance finding jobs, we’ll help you identify possible employers and help guide you through the interviewing process. The cost of living here is very low and the minimum legal wage is...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 May 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems Students in Turkey Face When Learning English As defined through the units of the course and through many linguistic books, pronunciation is to say a word in a language in the correct way. Although the correct pronunciation of words and even the correct intonation in sentences in English, is thought through course books all over the world and thanks to media students are exposed to the natural and correct pronunciation, numerous mistakes are observed inside the classroom and outside. The reasons for the problems in pronunciation might vary depending on the country. I have been teaching English in Turkey for a while and have witnessed many problems with the students which will be explained through this essay....  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Istanbul, Turkey Date posted:2006-11-21 | Writer: EF English First | Email: [email protected] Summary: CELTA/TESOL qualified experienced full-time English teachers required for the remainder of the academic year for 4 branches in Istanbul. Details: Due to continued expansion Istanbul's leading quality language school is looking to recruit one or two more full-time English teachers for the remainder of the academic year. 6 and 9-month contracts are available beginning in December and January. Contracts are based on 100 teaching hours a month. We run general and business English classes for adults in-school/in company, groups and one-to-ones, with some YL classes. Excellent opportunities for professional and career development. Financial support for those...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Most Common Challenges For The Turkish ESL Learners There is nothing comfortable than being in your comfort zone, especially when speaking your language (native language). The feeling that comes with it, how you pronounce words, the use of jokes and proverbs, idioms, and other slang within it, no one can take that joy or even compensate it because it naturally comes from within. It makes you feel safe at home and confident even when speaking about topics that you have never seen or heard before simply because your brain is already rich with enough vocabulary. So it allows you to navigate, swim and tackle the issues from all possible angles. Table of Contents Global challenges Sentence structure...  [Read more]

Employment teaching TEFL in Turkey - Istanbul Date posted:2005-07-22 | Writer: EF Dil Okulu | Email: [email protected] CELTA/ TESOL QUALIFIED EXPERIENCED FULL-TIME ENGLISH TEACHERS REQUIRED EF English First LOCATION: 4 BRANCHES IN ISTANBUL, Turkey Experience 1 year Positions 8 QUALIFICATIONS Applicants MUST have the following: CELTA or TESOL certificate (min 120 hour course + observed teaching practice) University degree Be flexible and reliable and have a positive, professional outlook Native English speakers and CELTA-qualified Turkish Nationals are welcome to apply. Interviews will be held in England at the end of July/ beginning of August, and possibly in the US later in the summer. Interested applicants with ALL the above requirements should apply WITH A PHOTO to...  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted to Teach English in Turkey Date posted:2004-04-30 | Writer: English First Istanbul | Email: [email protected] Two of the branches are located on the European side and one on the Asian side of the city. Each school currently has approximately 16 full time English teachers. Details of positions: - 9-month contract starting in September, October or November 2004 - Monthly salary on a rising scale from 1.2 to 1.8 billion Turkish Lira (approx $875 to $1325 at current rates)depending on qualifications and years of experience and rising in line with inflation every 6 months - Contribution towards air fare at end of contract - Help with finding accommodation - One week's paid holiday + all major national Turkish holidays - Excellent resources - Free Turkish classes -...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 May 2020 Gökhan Yilmaz Destinations TEFL Information 5 Reasons Why Turkey is a Great Destination to Teach English Turkey is one of the world's top travel destinations and sees more than 40 million visitors every year. Half of Turkey's population works in the tourism industry and lives from national and international tourism. Summer is typically the peak season for visiting Turkey.What attracts most visitors to Turkey are the friendly locals, beautiful scenery, and rich culture and history as well as the mix old modern and tradition. 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. Table of Contents Listen to this blog...  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted to Teach EFL in Turkey Date posted:2004-10-20 | Writer: English First Istanbul | Email: [email protected] Details for positions in Istanbul: 9-month contract Monthly salary on a rising scale depending on qualifications and years of experience Air fare contribution at end of contract Some help with finding accommodation One week paid holiday + all national Turkish holidays We make a commitment to professional development: subsidies for courses e.g. DELTA are possible; regular teacher development workshops Contracts are for 22 teaching hrs per week. Adult General English and Business (In-company and In-school) and Young Learner classes. Some examination preparation classes. Fully air-conditioned classrooms with dvd, projectors etc Excellent resources Free...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 Gökhan Yilmaz Destinations Alumni Experiences 5 Amazing Reasons to Teach English in Istanbul, Turkey Istanbul is not only the most developed city in Turkey, but it's also one of the oldest cities in the world. The city was founded by the Romans in the year 300 and is considered a sacred place today, important to all religions in general. Its geographical location at the junction of Asia and Europe is unique in the world, making it an attractive destination for teaching English as a foreign language. Table of Contents Here are 5 reasons why Istanbul is a great place to teach English! Istanbul is a huge city. Istanbul is a Religious Melting Pot. Istanbul is a tourism hot spot. Istanbul has two large airports. The weather in Istanbul is great. And if you're still not...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Ankara, Turkey Date posted:2003-04-10 | Writer: Bilkent Schools | Email: [email protected] Positions: Ankara, Turkey Bilkent Private Primary and High Schools [email protected] PRIMARY (Grades K, 1-5) AND HIGH SCHOOL (Grades 9-11) EFL/ESL TEACHERS BILKENT SCHOOLS, ANKARA, TURKEY. Bilkent Private Primary and High Schools (Ozel Bilkent Lisesi ve Ilkogretim Okulu) are situated in an attractive location on the campus of Bilkent University, a highly regarded English medium university in Ankara, Turkey. The schools follow an enhanced Turkish national education system curriculum and offer a bilingual education in English and Turkish focusing on achieving high academic standards and producing outstanding members of the community, with a broad cultural...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Common Problems for Learners in Turkey It is an undeniable fact that English nowadays has become the most influential language in the world. Many throughout the world seek to learn it as knowing it is now a must to find a good job or find good opportunities in one's life, which is why we can find countries that are rife with various English courses. This is especially true in Turkey. Where English is in high demand as everyone in the country is starting to realize its importance. It is also worth noting that the vast majority of the country do not have adequate English skills, especially in speaking, mastering said skill is a dream for many Turkish people. Table of Contents Students' Attitude Issues in the Educational System...  [Read more]

CertTESOL Istanbul | CertTESOL Turkey Istanbul is one of the most diverse, fantastic, and vibrant cities in the world and there is always a reason to visit the city in any time of the year. There are only few cities in the world that can be so delightful to experience and enjoy as Istanbul. Its rich history and geographical position are responsible for a fascinating melting pot of cultures. Here are some reasons why to attend a CertTesol – TEFL course in Istanbul, Turkey. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! The School Our academic staff consists of fully qualified foreign trainers and Turkish with significant experience in TESOL/TEFL and devoted to their students and their profession. Furthermore, our centre provides in-service training to keep up with the latest...  [Read more]

Enthusiastic teacher wanted to teach TEFL in Istanbul, Turkey Date posted:2004-01-07 | Writer: City of London College | Email: [email protected] CLC is one of the world's leading education providors, with 21 branches worldwide. In Istanbul, it is an organization engaged in designing and delivering English Language programmes to Companies and individuals. Job Categories: (1) Teachers: English Teaching, Lesson Planning and Participation in helping to build an English Learning Environment (2) Director of Studies: to co-ordinate and administer teachers, classes and lessons, improve standards and so on. Qualification: 1. Degree in any field with TEFL/TESOL certificate or equivalent 2. Age from 20-50 years old, in good health 3. Experienced or inexperienced teachers 4. Proactive and...  [Read more]

English Homeroom Teacher in Turkey Date posted:2024-03-18 | Writer: ACI Schools | Email: [email protected] Fields of Expertise: Education; Preschool through to High School Details: Açı Schools, Istanbul, Turkey is seeking experienced and qualified teachers with a passion for education and enthusiasm for 21st Century Teaching. Based in the heart of Istanbul, with its cosmopolitan culture, rich in history and art, and vibrant social environment, Açı schools is now accepting applications for English teachers of Preschool through to High School for the 2023- 2024/ 2024- 2025 academic year. Açı Schools is a co-educational private school, from preschool to Grade 12, and was founded in 1998. Açı Schools is a private Turkish school with a very advanced English program, committed to...  [Read more]

School in Istanbul Turkey Seeks EFL Teachers Date posted:2017-11-29 | Writer: ACI Schools | Email: [email protected] ACI Schools, based in Istanbul, is now accepting applications from EFL teachers for the 2018-2019 academic year. ACI Schools is a co-educational private school, from preschool to Grade 12, founded in 1998. We are a private Turkish school with a very advanced English program together with a safe and positive learning environment for over 1,900 students. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum, which is taught in English, with a dynamic teaching staff and access to the latest in educational supplies and equipment.    Our school is located in the central area of Istanbul, Turkey. Istanbul is a modern and progressive city that has a vibrant social...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Wanted in Turkey Date posted:2017-02-07 | Writer: Aci Schools | Email: [email protected] Aci School based in Istanbul is seeking EFL Teachers for the 2017-2018 academic years. We are a co-educational private school, with students from pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12. Our enrolments are currently just over 1700 students, with dynamic teaching staff and access to the latest in educational supplies and equipment. Aci School is a private Turkish school with a very advanced English program using Cambridge objectives. Our school is dedicated to encouraging each individual to achieve their best. Aci Schools are located in different areas of the European side of Istanbul, Turkey. Living conditions for foreign teachers are very comfortable and we find that foreign teachers enjoy...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems For Adult English Learners From Turkey Learning the English language during adult years is a specific process when a student has reached a certain age, got some kind of profession (occupation), and decided for some specific reasons to learn (improve) English language. Table of Contents Specific purposes Misconception Lack of Confidence Belief in Cultural Difference Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dinara Y. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Specific purposes For example, the first category of students I came across decided to learn the English language and...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Turkey (2) Date posted:2008-07-16 | Writer: Cakir Primary School | Email: [email protected] Cakir Primary School is a small but growing private school in Bursa. We require a TEFL qualified English teacher, especially for ages 6-10. You should be energetic, creative, and a good team worker. Salary (in Turkish Lira) is negotiable according to experience, but it is competitive. Visa expenses reimbursed. Free accommodation provided. Travel expenses reimbursed after completion of contract (one year). To apply contact the e-mail address given on the job heading page. 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...  [Read more]

Openings For TEFL Certified Teachers in Turkey Date posted:2015-01-07 | Writer: AÇI School | Email: [email protected] AÇI School based in Istanbul is seeking EFL Teachers for the 2015-2016 academic years. AÇI School is co-educational private school, from pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12. Our enrolments are currently just over 1,900 students. We have a dynamic teaching staff and access to the latest in educational supplies and equipment. We are a private Turkish school with a very advanced English program. Our school is dedicated to encouraging each individual to achieve their best. AÇI School is located in a central area of Istanbul, Turkey. Istanbul is a modern and progressive city which has a vibrant social environment rich in culture and history. Living conditions for foreign...  [Read more]

Employment teaching TEFL in Turkey Date posted:2005-02-17 | Writer: Istek Foundation | Email: [email protected] Established in 1985, ISTEK, Istanbulí³ largest educational and cultural foundation is seeking native speaker English teachers for its 29 schools situated in 8 different districts of this beautiful, old but modern city. While we are looking for more teachers for all the different age groups, this year we plan to increase the hours of English in our Nursery Schools so preference will be given to applicants with qualifications for / experience in teaching 4-6yr.olds. Building upon Ataturkí³ principles, and the Turkish secular governmental form which cherishes democracy and modernization, the Foundation is set to provide education to foster creative and innovative...  [Read more]

Sat, 15 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences 3 Main Difficulties for English Learners in Turkey Turkey, being famous for its fast-growing economy, fulfilling the educational needs of most of the people around the globe has been my residence for the past three years. As an ELT professional, I have the privilege of teaching English in various educational institutions in the country. During my tenure in those institutes, I came upon various reasons as to why students are having difficulty in learning English. I devised various solutions by adding in more activities and solving the complications from the grass-root level. Table of Contents Educational System Lack of Teacher Professional Development Choice of Teaching Materials Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related...  [Read more]

Teach Young Learners EFL in Turkey Date posted:2014-07-09 | Writer: Teachers in Turkey | Email: [email protected] EFL teachers needed for kindergarten and primary level students in bilingual programmed private schools in Istanbul. There may also soon be positions in secondary schools, high schools and universities. We are the number one recruiting agency in Turkey and have been providing professional English teachers to private schools in Turkey for the past 8 years. We have 147 full-time teachers working with us this year in 60 different schools throughout the country. We provide full assistance to our teachers all through the year and organize the necessary orientation and teacher training seminars that will help teachers adapt to the education system in Turkey easily. Job...  [Read more]

Opportunity to Teach TEFL in Turkey Date posted:2009-01-27 | Writer: BDM Western Languages Center | Email: [email protected] Merkezi / Western Languages Center), established in1971, is an opportunity for the talented native English teachers to raise student achievement to new and higher levels while experiencing Turkish culture and life-style in Europe. We are looking for TEFL qualified teachers to fill available teaching positions in BDM, Sakarya's leading foreign language school and to join a group of like-minded professional teachers dedicated to providing students with the true kind of education they deserve. Female applicants will be considered first. Conditions: - 35 working hours a week - Monthly salary $1100 (CAD). - Classes consist of 15-17 max. Benefits: -...  [Read more]

ESL/EFL Teachers Needed in Turkey Date posted:2022-08-22 | Writer: Academy School of Languages | Email: [email protected] Academy School of English, which has been working in the EFL field since 1985, is seeking EFL teachers for October 2022 and Jan. 2023. We need well-qualified, energetic and committed EFL teachers whose mother tongue is English, and who are university graduates, preferably in Education, English or related fields.SCHOOLAcademy, which is the first language school approved by the Turkish Standards Institute, is a highly professional school and is very well known in the area.LOCATIONDiyarbakir is a pleasant historical city which dates back to 3000 B.C. The city has a population of approximately 1,800,000 people, with a university population of 33,000 students....  [Read more]