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Professional Skills of a Great Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Education today revolves more around encouraging the student to awaken their confidence, curiosity and desire to learn. A number of teaching techniques have emerged due to this change in education. In my point of view, the following teaching skills are essential to language teaching.
Confidence of Varying Activities
Ways to Motivate
Planning
Evaluation and Praise
Practical Knowledge
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TEFL Costa Rica - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Great Esl Teachers Required ann. 2
Date posted:2024-03-15 | Writer: Maximo Nivel | Email: [email protected]
Maximo Nivel is looking for great ESL teachers to join our teaching team in Costa Rica.
Maximo Nivel is a leading language training center and we are very well known for our “Native English Program.” The Native English Program is clearly defined by our dedication to excellent teaching, professionalism in everything we do, and great client service. Maximo Nivel is a hard-working and professional group—and these are the kind of teachers we look for.
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Synonym Words for GREAT - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here are some great synonyms for the word "great" that will make your writing and essays more interesting.
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What makes a great TEFL teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Being a great TEFL teacher transcends just mastering the English language; it is about leaving a lasting positive impact on students. Key qualities that define an exceptional TEFL teacher include:
A standout TEFL teacher doesn't just teach; they inspire, motivate, and pave the way for meaningful language learning experiences.
Communication
Passion
Patience
Organization
Adaptability
Confidence
Although all the following points are important, this might well be the most crucial of them all. The bottom line is you can have all the qualifications and knowledge in the world, but if you are a poor communicator your lessons will not achieve the results that you and your class might expect. Of course, this is doubly important when teaching in an environment where you probably don't speak your... [Read more]
Top 10 Qualities Every Great Teacher Should Have - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information
We admire them and now we want to be them but what are those fundamental qualities that make teachers so great? Drawing on decades of experience of working with TEFL teachers across the globe, we have listed the top 10 qualities every great teacher should have below.
1. They're glowing and inspiring.
2. They plan it all out.
3. They are patient.
4. They are challengers.
5. They are creative.
6. They are great talkers.
7. They know their stuff.
8. They are flexible and adaptable.
9. They show and receive respect.
10. They are professional.
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5 Keys to become a great EFL Kindergarten Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Of all the hard jobs around, one of the hardest is being a good teacher. So how is it possible to become a great teacher? And how can a teacher become great at helping young learners in a kindergarten class who have little to no experience learning in a classroom setting? Although challenging at times, it can be done. There are a few keys to being a great kindergarten teacher.
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1. Teacher's Attitude and Mindset
2. Preparation
3. Support Teaching With Visual Aids
4. Encourage to Use English
5. Keep it Fun!
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How do I become a great English teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Throughout our schooling, we have likely encountered several teachers who, despite their profession, seemed mismatched for the role. Some might have resorted to strict penalties for minor mistakes, others may have been tediously boring or simply failed to heed their students' feedback. Nonetheless, we usually also recall those teachers who positively impacted our learning journey.
So, what makes these educators stand out? We believe that a combination of certain traits and skills contribute to a teacher being remembered for the right reasons. By incorporating these characteristics, you are likely to be remembered as an exceptional English teacher by your future students.
Communication
Passion
Patience
Organization
Adaptability
Confidence
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7 Great Resources for Teaching Business English - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Business students are most likely already familiar with using computers and particularly the Internet for learning English. The Internet can provide a teacher with an enormous array of teaching resources from non-authentic and authentic materials to lesson plans and ideas. Here are 7 great resources for teaching business English at no cost to the teacher!
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BusinessEnglishSite.com
Busy Teacher
AnnualReports
Infoplease
VOA Learning English
BBC Learning English
UsingEnglish.com
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How to Become a Great Teacher With an ITTT TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The TESOL/TEFL course from ITTT has taught me many things that will elevate my teaching. The best things that I learned from this course can be summarized in three statements. First, it is very important to be flexible in all aspects of your teaching. Second, it is crucial to be confident and adapt your teaching as each class progresses. Third, it is vital to develop a rapport and relationship with your students. While there are many different areas of my teaching that were improved by this course, I believe that these three things are the best and most important.
Flexibility
Confidence
Rapport
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7 Great Games for Your ESL Conversation Class - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Teaching speaking skills is an important part of an ESL class. Sometimes, entire conversation classes are established that focus solely on speaking. Here are 7 great games for your ESL conversation class.
1. Mystery Party Guest
2. Choose Your Victim
3. Ice-breaker Jenga
4. 20 Questions
5. Apples to Apples
6. Get to Know You Bingo
7. Create A Game
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Write down the names and key points about five celebrities and assign them to the same amount of students in your classroom. One by one, a student enters a "party" with another student playing the host. The host must then find out the identity of each guest by having a conversation with everyone.
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7 MORE Great Ideas for Teaching ESL - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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These awesome ideas will come in handy for your ESL lessons.
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TEFL Jobs - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ESL Teachers
Here at ITTT, we do everything we can to ensure that your overseas teaching experience runs smoothly - from beginning to end. Our TEFL support service will offer you all the advice you need, on everything from applying for TEFL courses to deciding where to teach; and most importantly, this support is available to you throughout your TEFL career. ITTT's support service is your one-stop reference point when it comes to teaching English overseas.
ITTT is dedicated to providing you with assistance throughout your overseas teaching career. No matter where you are in the world, our TEFL support service will provide you with valuable advice and tools - such as lesson plans - in order to assist you during your time as an EFL teacher. You can rest assured that even after you finish your TEFL... [Read more]
Great Ideas for Teaching Listening Skills in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Teaching Ideas
Of the four language skills taught in an ESL classroom, listening skills are often overlooked as teachers can be unsure how to make these lessons interesting and relevant to their students. However, as listening skills are a fundamental part of the language learning process, it is vital that we give them the classroom time they deserve. The good news is that there are many ways to make listening skills lessons both fun and productive. Here are 6 ideas for livening up your lesson plans.
Popular Culture
Secret Phrase
Celebrity Squares
Describe the Picture
Listen and Quiz
Vowel Cards
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Great Ideas for Teaching Writing Skills in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Teaching Ideas
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Think outside the box
Encourage creativity, not perfection
Encourage students to write about what interests them
Writing doesn't have to be a solo activity
Introduce multi-skilled lessons
Writing games
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Of all the language skills that are taught in the ESL classroom, teaching writing skills is often seen as one of the least popular. Some teachers consider these lessons to be a bit boring, hard to evaluate and somewhat limited in what you can incorporate into them. However, this doesn't have to be the case as teaching writing skills to your ESL students can actually be interesting, fun and productive. Take a look at these... [Read more]
ESL teaching jobs in the Philippines for CELTA certified teachers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Discover the vibrant world of English language teaching in the Philippines with International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT). As a CELTA certified teacher, you have the skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of ESL learners in this beautiful country. From bustling cities to tropical islands, the Philippines offers a unique and rewarding experience for educators looking to broaden their horizons.
- Diverse Teaching Environments: Whether you prefer the fast-paced lifestyle of Manila or the laid-back atmosphere of a beachside town, the Philippines has a teaching location to suit every preference.
- High Demand for English Teachers: With English being one of the official languages of the Philippines, there is a constant demand for qualified ESL instructors in schools,... [Read more]
TEFL Venezuela - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job For Tefl Qualified Teachers In Venezuela
Date posted:2015-01-29 | Writer: Prestigious Institute | Email: [email protected]
Prestigious institute is in search of TEFL certified teachers who are available to work in Carrizal, Miranda. We offer an excellent working environment and competitive salary, together with transportation to and from the workplace. Recently qualified TEFL graduates are welcome. Professionalism, sense of compromise and immediate availability are required.
For more information, please contact us at the email address given on the job heading.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.
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TEFL Ireland - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job For Enthusiastic Efl Teachers In Ireland
Date posted:2014-04-03 | Writer: Mackdonald Language Academy | Email: [email protected]
Mackdonald Language Academy in Kilkenny, Ireland offers English courses to adults (18+ years), both as private lessons and small group instruction. We also offer English Camps to kids & teenagers (8-18 years) and young adults in three course locations across Ireland - Dublin, Waterford and Kilkenny. If you are a motivated and experienced EFL teacher and are interested in working with us in Kilkenny, we would be pleased to hear from you. Successful applicants will be expected to teach English in the morning and accompany our students on organised outings in the afternoon.
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TEFL Argentina - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job For Sociable Efl Teachers In Argentina
Date posted:2020-01-15 | Writer: Spanglish Exchange | Email: [email protected]
Spanglish Exchange, with events in Argentina, Spain and USA, has grown to a community of over 18,000 people since its inception in 2008. This is a unique opportunity to use your TEFL skills. A rare combination of nightlife and education; our events pair native Spanish speakers with native English speakers in a series of conversations. Spanglish Exchange participants are an eclectic group of students, professionals, expats, government employees and travelers. But most importantly, the relationships that begin at SE events continue on wherever individuals’ travels take them.
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2 Great Reasons for People in the D.R. of the Congo to Learn English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Change is something that does not come naturally to us human. It requires us to go through the process of learning. It is especially hard for us to assimilate anything that is not so much used in our environment. I grew up in the French-speaking country that is the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I have gone through the entire process of learning English not as a second, nor a third, but as a fourth one. And that is the case for most Congolese as well. Although it came quite naturally to me. Most of my classmates seemed to have been introduced to another world. It is easy to assimilate a new language when it is widely spoken in the area you live in. However, when it comes to the Congolese population English is a language that may appear impossible... [Read more]
What are the job prospects for TEFL teachers in countries with high demand for English teachers? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) has become a popular career choice for many individuals seeking to work abroad. The demand for English teachers in countries where English is not the primary language is continuously growing. As a result, the job prospects for TEFL teachers in these countries are quite promising. With the right qualifications and a proactive approach to job hunting, TEFL teachers can secure rewarding positions in various parts of the world.
Several countries stand out as top destinations for TEFL teachers due to their high demand for English language instruction. Asian countries such as China, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand are known for their robust job markets for English teachers. In the Middle East, countries like the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia,... [Read more]
TEFL Chile - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job In Chile For Efl Teacher
Date posted:2019-12-01 | Writer: The Language Co. | Email: [email protected]
If you love teaching and you`d like to explore a new continent, learn a new language and immerse yourself in a new culture, this opportunity will interest you! The Language Co is now hiring for the 2020 academic year in Chile. We are hiring certified EFL teachers for placements in Santiago and the surrounding regions. Successful applicants would have either a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA qualification as well as relevant teaching experience. We have openings with both corporate and young learner students and are looking for dedicated professionals who will commit to the full academic year, March-December.
Positions are available as early mid-March 2020 but we can accommodate April and May start dates, as well. TLC... [Read more]
TEFL New Zealand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job For Efl Teachers In New Zealand
Date posted:2019-07-03 | Writer: Southern Lakes English College | Email: [email protected]
Southern Lakes English College, located on the SIT campus in Invercargill, is looking for highly motivated, flexible, and energetic EFL teachers who will relish the challenge of teaching adult students from various countries. Applicants must be flexible and available for daytime and evening teaching.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and delivering general and academic English lessons
Teaching exam preparation classes
Guiding and supporting students in academic matters
Designing, delivering, and marking tests
Reporting assessment results
Writing academic reports and giving feedback to students
Being part of the academic team
Supporting the academic development of the college
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TEFL job placements for experienced teachers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
1. Qualifications and Experience Required
2. Finding TEFL Job Placements
3. Preparing for TEFL Job Interviews
4. Negotiating Contracts and Salaries
To secure TEFL job placements as an experienced teacher, having a recognized TEFL certification is essential. Most reputable schools and language institutions prefer candidates with at least a 120-hour TEFL certificate. Additionally, a bachelor's degree in any field is often a minimum requirement. Experience teaching English as a foreign language is a significant advantage for experienced teachers. Schools often look for candidates with a few years of teaching experience, preferably in a variety of settings such as classrooms, online platforms, or even corporate environments. Demonstrating a strong understanding of language teaching... [Read more]
Accredited English teacher certification for international teachers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Unlock the door to a world of opportunities with accredited English teacher certification from ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to expand your skill set or a newcomer to the field seeking a rewarding career change, our comprehensive programs are designed to equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed to succeed in the global classroom.
1. **Why Choose ITTT**
2. **Our Certification Programs**
3. **Benefits of Accreditation**
4. **Career Opportunities**
At ITTT, we understand the importance of quality education and the impact it can have on students' lives. With over 25 years of experience in the field, we have honed our programs to meet the needs of teachers worldwide. Our courses are developed by industry experts and are... [Read more]
Footprints Recruiting - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Founded in 2001 and operating out of beautiful Vancouver, Canada, Footprints Recruiting has been helping teachers to find their dream positions abroad for 16 years. With over 10,000 happy teachers placed in schools in the Middle East, Asia and around the world, we are experts in matching our candidates with the best opportunities.
Whether you are a licensed public school teacher dreaming of contributing to the education reform in the Middle East, or a graduate looking to teach English and experience life in an Asian country, we have a wide variety of exciting opportunities with reputable schools all over the world. Why do ESL schools and governments rely on Footprints to staff their schools? Why do teachers rely on Footprints after deciding to teach English abroad? Here are some of the... [Read more]
What are the job prospects for TEFL teachers in the current job market? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
The demand for TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) teachers is on the rise globally. English has become the lingua franca of the business world, making it essential for individuals to learn the language for academic and professional purposes. As a result, there is a high demand for qualified TEFL teachers in non-English speaking countries. This demand is not limited to traditional classroom settings but also extends to online teaching opportunities, which have seen significant growth in recent years.
TEFL teachers have a wide range of job opportunities available to them. They can work in private language schools, public schools, universities, and corporate settings. Additionally, there are opportunities to teach English online to students around the world. Some teachers may also... [Read more]
ESL job opportunities in Cebu for English teachers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Are you passionate about teaching English as a second language (ESL) and looking for rewarding job opportunities in Cebu? Look no further! International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) provides comprehensive training and certification programs to help you kickstart your career as an English teacher in Cebu, Philippines.
Cebu, known as the Queen City of the South, is a bustling metropolis in the Philippines with a high demand for English teachers. As a popular destination for ESL learners, Cebu offers a vibrant cultural experience, stunning beaches, and a low cost of living. With ITTT's ESL certification, you can explore a wide range of job opportunities in Cebu, from reputable language schools to online teaching platforms.
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What is the job outlook for TEFL teachers? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
The job outlook for TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) teachers is quite promising, given the increasing demand for English language learning worldwide. As English continues to be the global lingua franca for business, travel, and academia, the need for proficient English teachers is on the rise. Countries where English is not the first language often seek qualified TEFL teachers to improve students' English proficiency levels. This demand is further fueled by the growing popularity of English language learning in non-English-speaking countries.
TEFL teachers have a wide range of job opportunities available to them. They can work in traditional educational settings such as schools, language institutes, and universities. Additionally, there are opportunities to teach English online... [Read more]
ITTT job placement for ESL teachers in China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Navigating the world of ESL teaching can be both exciting and daunting. With the demand for English language teachers on the rise, finding the right job placement can make all the difference in your teaching experience. At ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), we understand the importance of not only receiving quality education but also securing a fulfilling job placement. Through our extensive network and resources, we are dedicated to helping ESL teachers find rewarding opportunities in China.
In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the benefits of teaching English in China, the job placement process with ITTT, and the support you can expect throughout your teaching journey. Whether you are a seasoned educator or new to the field, we are here to support you every step of the... [Read more]
TEFL Laos - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Immediate Job Opening For Efl Teacher In Laos
Date posted:2015-09-09 | Writer: Lone Buffalo | Email: [email protected]
Lone Buffalo is a Western managed non profit community project operating a free English development centre in Phonsavan, Northern Laos. We have an immediate vacancy for a Junior teacher for the current term. We require a commitment until January 16, with an option of extending until June 16. This role would suit someone fairly new to teaching, although classroom experience would be necessary. This is a great opportunity for someone starting their career in TEFL; you will have a reasonable amount of independence and the opportunity to bring your own creative ideas to the classroom. Guesthouse accommodation for this position and a small allowance (up to $250) is provided, depending on circumstances.
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