How Does Brazil Celebrate Valentine's Day

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun Valentine's Day ESL Word Search Puzzle Worksheet you can use in your ESL classroom to celebrate the romantic holiday.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations 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. 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 celebrations and different customs in the various Asian nations. Chinese New Year is the most...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This Valentine's Day Activity Poster is perfect for your Valentine's themed lessons. Focus on love and friendship in your classroom with this interactive poster.   What does love mean to you? What is friendship to you? Have your students fill out this fun worksheet and present it to the class afterwards. Don't forget to let your students add some color to the poster.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

You can typically complete an online TEFL course in a time frame ranging from 4 weeks to 6 months, depending on the course's intensity, your availability, and the number of hours required for completion. Here are some factors to consider when determining how fast you can finish an online TEFL course: An online TEFL course typically takes around 4-12 weeks to complete, but the duration can vary based on several factors: Factors that can affect the time it takes to complete an online TEFL course: Yes, it is possible to complete an online TEFL course at your own pace. Online TEFL courses are designed to offer flexibility to students, allowing them to study and complete assignments at their convenience. Here are some key points to consider: Self-paced learning: Online TEFL courses typically...  [Read more]

Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas As we approach the end of another academic year, it's an ideal time to celebrate achievements, build connections, and reflect on the shared journey. Whether you're teaching in a multicultural classroom or navigating diverse educational systems, this guide is here to inspire you with innovative ideas for end-of-year activities that will leave a lasting impression on your students. Ignite Creativity with End-of-Year Projects Reflect with a Memory Board Cultivate Gratitude with Thank-You Notes End-of-Year Activities Foster Connections Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Give students the opportunity to showcase their creativity and talents with end-of-year projects that reflect their interests and passions. Whether it's multimedia presentations,...  [Read more]

To secure an English teaching job in Brazil, obtaining a TEFL certification is paramount. Prior professional teaching experience isn't generally a prerequisite. Brazil offers a multitude of opportunities due to its vast population and booming economy. In-person interviews are common, so it's beneficial to be in Brazil during the job search. The country's diverse culture, inviting climate, and iconic festivities like Carnival make it a top destination for many international teachers. What are the requirements for teaching English in Brazil? What are the visa requirements for teaching English in Brazil? Should I work on a tourist visa in Brazil? What is the best way to apply for English teaching jobs in Brazil? To teach English in Brazil, the following qualifications and attributes are...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The origin of many non-native English speakers can be recognized by their accents. For instance, Indians, French, and German people are easily identified by their accent. However, there are accents that are not easily recognizable, and one of them is the Brazilian accent. We can recognize Brazilians while he or she speaks English by 6 mistakes in the pronunciation that only Brazilians make. Listen to this blog post: Additional Sounds Sound Replacement Say as it is Written Difficult Sounds Do you want to teach English abroad? Right Choice! Take a TEFL course. Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Monica D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. First, one thing...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-07-05 | Writer: American Language Center Oujda | Email: [email protected] The American Language Center of Oujda is looking for dedicated and adventurous TEFL trained individuals who wish to teach English in Morocco. Oujda is a prospering non-touristic city just one hour south of the Mediterranean coast with a beautiful surrounding countryside.  ALC Oujda is a great, unique place to work in a relaxed atmosphere while living and traveling in Morocco. The more experienced EFL teacher can excel with our higher levels, TOEFL classes, Business English and other projects, while developing teachers have a great opportunity to hone their teaching skills while advancing in the TESOL field. We also provide professional development opportunities with a national...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 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! 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 destinations with changing seasons, it's also ideal to educate your students living in places with tropical temperatures...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-07-09 | Writer: Centro de Cultura Americana Ltda. Speaking. | Email: [email protected] Centro de Cultura Americana Ltda. Speaking, a language school located in Itajuba, Minas Gerais, Brazil, is looking for a young, enthusiastic, committed and energetic TEFL professional, who is willing to work hard (one semester to a year contract). Bachelors degree and ESL certification preferred. (if you speak English and German, please mention it). Itajuba is a university town located in the state of Minas Gerais, four hours north east of Sao Paulo and four hours west of Rio de Janeiro. ABOUT US: - School has offered English, Spanish, French and German for the past 23 years - New, comfortable location with modern facilities - Team of 5 foreign and 10 Brazilian teachers...  [Read more]

A 120-hour TEFL certificate typically takes around 4-12 weeks to complete, depending on the study pace and program structure. Here are some key points to consider regarding the time frame for obtaining a 120-hour TEFL certificate: To complete a 120-hour TEFL certificate program faster, you can consider the following strategies: The typical duration of a 120-hour TEFL certificate course is around 4 weeks when taken full-time. However, the length of the course can vary depending on the format in which it is offered and the study schedule chosen by the student. Here are some common variations in course duration for a 120-hour TEFL certificate program: Yes, accelerated options are available for obtaining a 120-hour TEFL certificate. These programs are designed to be completed in a shorter...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-02-07 | Writer: Speaking Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Centro de Cultura Americana Ltda. (Speaking Idiomas), a language school located in Itajuba, Minas Gerais, Brazil, is looking for a young, enthusiastic, committed and energetic native level English speaking professional, who is willing to work hard (one semester to a year contract). Bachelor’s degree and TESOL certification preferred. DETAILS: - School has offered English, Spanish, French and German for the past 23 years - New, comfortable location with modern facilities - Team of 5 foreign and 10 Brazilian teachers working with 400+ students - Students' ranging from ages 12 to 40, majority being university students - Position available is to teach around 35 hours per week from Monday to Saturday -...  [Read more]

1. The Growing Demand for ESL Teachers in Brazil 2. ITTT: Leading Provider of Accredited TEFL and TESOL Courses 3. Benefits of Choosing ITTT for ESL Certification in Brazil 4. How to Get Started with ITTT's Accredited ESL Courses As English continues to be the global lingua franca, the demand for English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers worldwide, including in Brazil, is on the rise. This demand is driven by various factors, such as globalization, international business, and the importance of English proficiency in education. As a result, individuals seeking to teach English in Brazil must obtain the necessary qualifications and certifications. One of the leading providers of accredited TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Teaching Ideas 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: 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: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nigar S. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 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. 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: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Roland A. Please note...  [Read more]

You can typically complete an online TEFL/TESOL course in as little as 4 weeks, but the duration can vary depending on the course provider and the study pace of the individual. Factors that can affect the speed at which you complete an online TEFL/TESOL course include: An online TEFL/TESOL course typically takes around 4-12 weeks to complete, depending on the program's structure and the student's pace. Here are some factors that can affect the duration of an online TEFL/TESOL course: Factors that can affect the speed at which you can complete an online TEFL/TESOL course include: Yes, it is possible to complete an online TEFL/TESOL course at your own pace. Online TEFL/TESOL courses are designed to offer flexibility to participants, allowing them to study and complete the course at their own...  [Read more]

You can complete an online TEFL course at your own pace, but generally, the time it takes to finish varies depending on the course provider and the number of study hours required for certification. Here are some factors to consider when determining how quickly you can complete an online TEFL course: Course Length: Online TEFL courses can range from 40 hours to 250 hours or more. The length of the course will impact how quickly you can complete it. Self-Paced vs. Fixed Schedule: Some online TEFL courses are self-paced, allowing you to complete the course as quickly as you'd like within a certain timeframe. Others may have a fixed schedule with set start and end dates. Personal Commitment: Your own availability and dedication to studying will also affect how quickly you can finish the...  [Read more]

Date posted:2014-03-03 | Writer: Teaching in Brazil Program | Email: [email protected] We are partners with two of Brazil's best and most traditional English schools. Both are offering EFL teaching positions for English-speakers and we are looking for the right candidates to take part in this enriching experience. Together, both language centres offer 53 branches in São Paulo city and surrounding region. Combined they have more than 101,000 students and a staff of over 600 professionals all working to teach English in Brazil. Overview: Job Duration: 2 years Working hours: From 26 hours per week Salary: From R$2600 Benefits: Health Insurance + Transport Costs + housing assistance or visa assistance (as per placement) Holidays: 30 days per year Requirements: Applicants must have...  [Read more]

Specialized TEFL courses can typically be completed in a relatively short time frame, depending on the program's structure and your availability. Here are some factors to consider when determining how quickly you can finish specialized TEFL courses: A specialized TEFL course typically takes around 120-150 hours to complete. TEFL courses vary in length depending on the program and the level of certification being pursued. Here are some common formats and timeframes for specialized TEFL courses: Yes, accelerated options for specialized TEFL courses are available, allowing you to complete your training in a shorter period of time. These accelerated programs are designed for individuals who may have time constraints or prefer an intensive learning experience. Here are some key points regarding...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Every great teacher knows that the secret to a successful lesson is a solid plan. There is more to teaching than what happens in the classroom. Things to Include In Your Plan What Will You Achieve Parts of a Lesson Plan Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Madisen H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teachers spend lots of time outside of class analyzing student needs and getting creative to prepare the ideal lesson for their students. Many important things should be included in these plans. Lesson planning contributes to both the day-to-day success of a class, as well as its long term...  [Read more]

Date posted:2011-02-27 | Writer: English Oasis | Email: [email protected] We’re looking for TEFL qualified ESL instructors to teach adults in Manaus, capital of Amazonas state in Brazil. Our school specializes in teaching English language to adults. Most of our classes are one on one at the school or on the premises of multinational companies, with a few classes of between 3 and 5 students. These companies are located in different parts of the city and teachers commute by public transport to different parts of the city every day for classes. Cost of transportation is paid by the school.  Teachers usually have about 4 hours of classes spread throughout the day. There is no fixed daily schedule. Teachers should be comfortable with students at all levels, ages and sexes. ...  [Read more]

hi and welcome to another live session by itt my name is linda and i'm here today um to talk about teaching english in south korea so welcome welcome um i'm just gonna wait for um people to join please do let me know if you can hear me if you can see me or if you're not if you can't hear me if there's a problem if anything's wrong uh because that would be um bad obviously so yeah drop a comment um just leave a high and uh where you're tuning in from that would be really helpful let me know where you guys are watching from and um yeah i can see a few people have joined already hi thanks so much for joining awesome okay i got a yes i can hear you from mika awesome or micah sorry if i pronounce that wrong but yeah uh yeah thanks so much for joining okay and mika mika is from argentina or...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Establishing rapport in the classroom is essential if you are going to have a successful class. In this paper, I will examine some of my classroom experience and compare my successful classes to my less-successful classes. In doing so, I hope to make an observation about "best practices" that I can implement in my English teaching. Along with using my own experience, I will be talking with other teachers that I know and using the provided text that I have been given for this course. The three areas I will focus on are: Beginning the course, student participation, and being positive.Beginning the Course. 1. Determine the course in the beginning 2. Let students know about themselves 3. Do not supply everything yourself 4. Be positive in everything you...  [Read more]

Setting clear and achievable language learning goals is essential for students to stay motivated and track their progress. Encourage students to set specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. For example, a student can aim to improve their speaking skills by having a 10-minute conversation in English with a native speaker within three months. By setting SMART goals, students have a clear direction and can break down their larger language learning objectives into smaller, manageable tasks. Once students have set their language learning goals, it's crucial to help them develop effective strategies to achieve these goals. Encourage students to create a study schedule that includes a mix of activities such as vocabulary practice, grammar exercises, listening...  [Read more]

Anastasiia Ovchinnikova Visa and Legal Budget and Salary Destinations Alumni Experiences 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. 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 a BA in Linguistics when I was offered a job as a kindergarten teacher in Tianjin....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In my opinion, classroom management is the most important part of teaching. Classroom Management does not have only the skill of organizing and managing but also a relaxing manner. It is a critical skill. Classroom management as it is Building teaching character Rules Relationships Clear routines Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Huyen P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Simply put, classroom management refers to the wide variety of skills and techniques that teachers use to ensure that their classroom runs smoothly, without disruptive behavior from students. According to me, it boils...  [Read more]

If you plan to teach in your home country or you are yet to decide on a location, taking an online TEFL course might be a good way to start as it offers a flexible and convenient route towards certification. How does an online TEFL course work? How does an in-class TEFL course work? How does a combined TEFL course work? How will I receive my TEFL certification? If you have a specific destination for teaching in mind it is often best to head there or to a nearby location to complete an in-class TEFL course. Following this path will allow you to find a suitable job in your preferred area and you will be more than ready to start teaching as soon as your course is complete. The third option is a combined TEFL course that tackles all the theory of teaching online and then concludes with a...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Verbs are one of the most important parts of speech in English and incredibly important for learners of English. The below infographic showcases all types of verbs in the English language.   Generally speaking, a verb is a word that shows an action, state or an event. It is an essential part of a sentence and is known as the soul of language. For example: "They study English grammar." (Action) "We celebrate independence day." (Event) "I sleep at night." (State)    Following are the different types of verbs:   When a verb's past tense (2nd form) and past participle (3rd form) is created by adding ‘d’ or ‘ed’, it is called a regular verb. Some examples of a regular verb include: Walk ...  [Read more]

Are you looking for delicious and budget-friendly low-calorie recipes to help you achieve your health and fitness goals? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we will explore a wide range of affordable and healthy recipes that are perfect for anyone looking to eat well without breaking the bank. From simple and nutritious breakfast options to satisfying lunches and dinners, we've got you covered with flavorful dishes that won't sabotage your calorie count. Let's dive in and discover how you can enjoy tasty meals while keeping your budget and waistline in check. 1. Introduction 2. Budget-Friendly Breakfast Recipes 3. Low-Calorie Lunch Ideas 4. Delicious Dinner Recipes When it comes to eating healthy on a budget, breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the day. Not...  [Read more]

Cape Town, one of South Africa's capitals, is located at the edge of the African continent, greeting both the Atlantic and the Indian oceans. Overlooking the city, rising almost straight from the sea, is the majestic Table Mountain reaching over 1000 meters high. Being the oldest city in South Africa, the Mother City – as it's often called, offers travelers a rich diversity of history and culture, dating back to the 1400s. Travelers have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the South African culture by exploring and enriching their minds with all that Cape Town has to offer. With the vast expanse of nature, Cape Town offers a great balance between natural beauty and urban life. In recent years, tourism in the Cape Town area has increased significantly. This has paved the way for...  [Read more]