How Do People Celebrate St Patrick's Day

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! St. Patrick's Day Quiz ESL Worksheet Here is a free St. Patrick’s Day Quiz for ESL learners covering the most important vocabulary words related to St. Patricks Day.   Answer Key 1. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on the 17th of March. 2. St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. 3. St. Patrick was born in Wales. 4. People say a pot of gold can be found at the end of a rainbow. 5. People wear green on St. Patrick's Day. 6. People say St. Patrick drove snakes out of Ireland. 7. A shamrock is a plant with three leaves that is considered to be a symbol of luck. 8. The colors of the Irish flag are green, white and orange. 9. Parades are held in cities around the world to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. 10. The...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! St. Patrick's Day Bingo Game Here's a fun St. Patrick's Day Bingo game for young ESL learners.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL or TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! St. Patrick’s Day Crossword Puzzle This is a fun crossword puzzle that you can play with your students for St. Patrick's Day!   Answer Key Across 4. Dublin 5. tap 7. pinch 9. seventeenth 11, shamrock 12. green 13. Irish   Down 1. March 2. luck  3. blarney 6. Ireland 7. potato 8. leprechaun 10. clover   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL or TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! St. Patrick's Day ESL Word Search Puzzle Worksheet This is a super fun and printable St. Patrick's Day ESL Word Search Puzzle Worksheet that your students are going to love.   Find and circle the words in the word search puzzle and number the pictures.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL or TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Lucky Little Leprechauns Writing Sheet This free ESL worksheet is perfect for practicing writing skills with your ESL students. Discuss St. Patrick's Day and ask your students what they would wish for if they had one wish.   Simply print out the sheet, hand it out to your students and have them write down what they would wish for if they had one wish.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL or TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Job: How Do People See it? Most would simply say that a teacher is that person standing in front of a classroom "teaching", and they wouldn't be wrong. If a little more thought is actually given to the question, people would begin to understand that a teacher is much more than someone reading out of a book or simply following a syllabus, flipping through the pages just to get from cover to cover. The role of a teacher as it has always been being something often overlooked and taken for granted. Table of Contents Importance for Society Knowledge Transfer Teacher's Experience Teaching Skills Are you ready to teach English all over the world? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

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Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Pronunciation Mistakes Made by Russian Speakers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on issues Russian speakers have when they learn English pronunciation. Teaching Job: How Do People See it? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching job and its importance for society. Reasons Why Pronunciation is More Difficult for Adults than Children in El Salvador |...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in Ireland - Habits, Customs & Curiosities Ireland’s rugged countryside, dramatic coastline, ancient history, popular culture and fun loving people are just a few of the reasons why people flock to the country in large numbers every year. For some the visit can become more long-term as there is a good market for English language teachers in some parts of the country. If you are thinking about heading to the Emerald Isle take a look at this page for a wide range of information on attractions to look out for, facts about the country and a guide to St. Patrick’s Day. Travel Tips for Ireland SOURCE: www . flickr . com/photos/130230709@N06/16390888802/in/photostream Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Fun Facts About Ireland ...  [Read more]

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Fri, 17 Jan 2020 Linda Dunsmore Destinations 8 Amazing Places to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Asia Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays in a variety of Asian countries. This holiday marks the beginning of a calendar year whose months are cycles of the moon. Typically, the Lunar New Year is celebrated in January or February depending on the lunar calendar. Table of Contents Here are 8 amazing places to celebrate Lunar New Year in Asia. 1. China - Chinese New Year 2. South Korea - Seollal 3. Japan - Shōgatsu 4. Mongolia - Tsagaan Sar 5. Tibet - Losar 6. Vietnam - Tết nguyên Đán 7. Singapore - Lunar New Year 8. Laos - Pi Mai Are you ready to teach English in Asia? Related Articles: Teaching English in Asia is a great way to experience Lunar New Year...  [Read more]

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

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

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

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

TEFL Vacancies in Prague, Czech Republic Date posted:2009-10-31 | Writer: St James Education Centre | Email: [email protected] From the outset, St James has chosen to specialize in the business market and have earned a reputation as an effective, enjoyable school. Quality teaching by motivated teachers and open, consistent communication are the keys to our success. We're currently looking for full time TEFL qualified teachers to start immediately. The contracts finish on 30 June 2010. However, we encourage quality teachers to renew their contracts. Summer work available.We provide our teachers with an environment that fosters creativity in the classroom in order to support their achievements. Ongoing teacher development is essential to achieving our high success rate. Teachers will...  [Read more]

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Top 10 Places to Take Your TEFL Course in Spring Spring is the perfect time of the year to get out there and explore the world! These are the top 10 places to take your TEFL certification course in the springtime. Table of Contents 1. Tokyo, Japan 2. Rome, Italy 3. Shanghai, China 4. Kathmandu, Nepal 5. Limerick, Ireland 6. Cusco, Peru 7. Florence, Italy 8. Athens, Greece 9. Phuket, Thailand 10. Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Listen to this blog post Are You Ready to Teach English as a Foreign Language? Related Articles: 1. Tokyo, Japan What better place to experience spring than in beautiful Japan? During the spring season, the entire country is painted in pastel pink cherry blossoms and the capital of Tokyo is an especially great place to...  [Read more]

TEFL New York City | TEFL USA There is no other place quite like new york City and our TEFL course there combines the professionalism of our training staff with the heart pounding excitement of one of the largest metropolitan neighbourhoods on Earth. New York City’s attractions speak for themselves: the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, Yankee Stadium, the Metropolitan Museum of Natural History, the list goes on and on and on. If you like the theatre, you will love Broadway. If you are keen on sports, why not visit Madison Square Garden? Whatever you choose, you won’t be disappointed. The city’s incredible diversity, rich culture and impeccable style will delight even the biggest sceptics. Our...  [Read more]

The Most Popular TEFL Destinations For Teachers 5 Reasons Why Turkey is a Great Destination to Teach English Gökhan Yilmaz Destinations TEFL Information Due to Turkey's huge tourism industry, English is widely spoken among locals, which also means that the opportunities for teaching English in Turkey are vast. Here are 5 reasons to teach English in Turkey. The Top Travel Apps to Use While Traveling In Italy Mia Santarelli Destinations There are many things to consider when thinking about traveling to Italy. Here are a few apps to consider downloading to use while roaming the streets of Italy to ensure a more enjoyable experience. 4 Reasons Why Vietnam is the Perfect Place For Teaching English Abroad Minh Huy Hoang Destinations Alumni Experiences What opportunities...  [Read more]

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

How much can I earn teaching English in Russia? Although most Russians study English during their senior school years the level of instruction is often poor. Because of this many people look to improve their language skills once they join the workforce as a way of moving up the employment ladder. An increasing number of parents also recognize the importance of English language skills in modern day Russia. As a result there is a huge demand for English language teachers across all age ranges in many parts of the country. Moscow and St. Petersburg offer the most numerous positions but there are also plenty of other towns and cities to consider if you want to stay off the beaten track. What are TEFL salaries in Russia? The monthly income of foreign teachers in Russia varies hugely...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Science of Building Confidence in Students Confidence - how many times we've heard about it. That it's important, that we should have it, that we should build it, that we should help students or any other people develop it. But what does it mean? Table of Contents The essence of confidence Responsibilities Factors influencing confidence So how do we do it? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Iuliia S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The essence of confidence It's been always difficult to explain what is it, as it's something that comes from feelings of well-being,...  [Read more]

TEFL San Diego California | TEFL USA Located on the Pacific coast of southern California near the Mexican border, San Diego is well placed for those seeking to make the most of all the area has to offer. A warm climate throughout the year, long stretches of beautiful beaches and an abundance of sport and leisure activities make San Diego the ideal place to take a TEFL/TESOL course and to start out as an English teacher. For nature lovers the city is surrounded by gorgeous coastline, impressive mountains and beautiful valleys. For the culture vultures among you, San Diego is also home to a large number of museums, galleries, theatres and music venues. Whether you are into surfing the ocean or browsing the museums, San Diego is a great place to take a TEFL/TESOL course. Known as the...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in The Italian Alps! Date posted:2009-03-03 | Writer: St. Kits Work and Travel | Email: [email protected] We are looking for a TEFL qualified British / Irish* ESL teacher with a driver’s license and the willingness to work with students of all levels and age ranges. This is for a well-respected school in the Italian Alps, in a city called Arona. Arona is a resort town on beautiful Lago Maggiore - about 30 minutes by train from Milan. Working hours vary by day, but total about 25 hours per week. There are several other international teachers at the school and a good environment for sharing materials and supporting each other. This is a contract job from March to July and includes affordable accommodation in town. To apply, please email your CV to the address...  [Read more]

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

TEFL in Russia - St. Petersburg Date posted:2006-07-13 | Writer: International Language Academy | Email: [email protected] If you are a native English speaker with: 1. a BA degree 2. preferably with CELTA / TESOL / RSA / certificate 3. available from mid-September 2006 4. motivated approach to teaching and learning Send ILA an email with your cv + phone numbers to: [email protected] c/o Natasha V. I will conduct interviews by phone! Why teach in St. Petersburg? This is a city that is striving to enter into the international business community. In the past 8 months, this city here has signed 6 major contracts with the likes of Toyota, GM, and Alcan. On the other hand our ballet, opera, classical music, and theater are world renown. Then there is the obvious geographical...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Fun Games in the Classroom for Young English Learners Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find several ideas on how to versatile your classes with games and activities for young students. Why Should Students be Praised for their Achievements in the Classroom? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article considers the reasons why teachers need to praise students and celebrate their success regularly. 5 Great Activities to Accelerate All Four Language Skills Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to boost 4 language domains with flashcard games. Striking Reasons to Obtain a TEFL Training Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Other Latin America  English Language Instructor Writer: TransPerfect | Email: [email protected] TransPerfect Language & Cultural Training is part of the TransPerfect solutions, the world’s largest language service and technology solutions provider for global businesses with offices in more than 100 cities around the globe.Position detailsTransPerfect is currently looking for an English language trainer to join our pool of English trainers and take part in a face to face general ESL program . As an English language trainer with TransPerfect, you can expect to deliver language classes to our clients from a variety of sectors and cultural backgrounds.Main Objectives• Prepare lesson plans and deliver effective training• Be prepared to develop...  [Read more]

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