How Teachers Dress

It is essential to understand that your scheduled teaching hours (referred to as contact hours) won't equate to the total time you are expected to spend at school (known as contract hours). Besides teaching, many jobs involve administrative duties. Moreover, the nature of the English teaching job you opt for will determine your classroom hours. Let's consider three typical job types. Government and Private Schools Corporate Teaching Private Language Schools Some Cultural Aspects In most instances, overseas schools operate regular office hours. You will likely be expected at the school from Monday to Friday, around 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - approximately 40 hours per week. However, your actual teaching might be limited to 20-25 hours weekly, with the remaining time dedicated to lesson...  [Read more]

Before we answer this question we will first look at the three most common routes towards TEFL qualifications. A TEFL qualification is usually a prerequisite when looking for TEFL employment of any kind. These are: 1) Online courses: a 120-hour TEFL certificate course is the entry level qualification for most jobs. This type of course is conducted 100% online. 2) In-class courses: this type of course is conducted 100% in-class at a location somewhere in the world. Typically these courses also involve teaching practice. 3) Combined courses: this type of course is conducted by a combination of online study followed by a short in-class attendance to complete teaching practice. Three most common working options What other roles can TEFL teachers move into? School manager/director of studies...  [Read more]

The global demand for English language teachers presents vast opportunities. Here is a step-by-step guide to embarking on this journey: While a degree and prior teaching experience isn't always mandatory, comprehensive research and careful planning are crucial to navigating and thriving in the international teaching arena. Is it difficult to teach English in another country? How do I go about becoming an English teacher in another country? Enroll in a TEFL certification course and become a TEFL certified teacher Do I need to decide where to teach before taking a TEFL course? How do I find a teaching job after completing my TEFL course? Embarking on an international teaching journey can indeed have its hurdles, especially when adapting to new cultural contexts. However, a TEFL...  [Read more]

Attire expectations vary widely based on the school's policies: Pro Tip: To avoid confusion, inquire about the dress code during the job interview. As a rule of thumb, it is wise to err on the side of professionalism on your first day, adjusting as you gauge the school's culture. What should I wear for a TEFL job interview? What about tattoos and piercings? What about facial hair? Which countries have specific expectations when it comes to appearance? When preparing for a TEFL job interview, attire plays a pivotal role in making a strong first impression: In essence, prioritize a professional appearance throughout the TEFL job application and interview process to boost your prospects. Also read: What questions should I ask a TEFL employer? Although tattoos and piercings have become more...  [Read more]

hello everybody uh welcome to the itt uh weekly live stream my name is lisa and today we are going to discuss um an extremely important topic which is related to english teaching as a non-native esl teacher and it's rather controversial because the field is pretty competitive so many people uh want to find out uh if it is possible to stand out um or not so um let's just quickly yeah change the slide so um the reason i decided to choose this topic is that uh one of my regular regular viewers watchers visitors asked me about how to actually stand out um as a non-native esl teacher especially online and i find it really important uh so let's discuss it today and um befo before we move on please let me know that you can hear me clearly and you can see me clearly because uh just right now i...  [Read more]

Becoming a TEFL teacher in the UK demands a combination of qualifications and experience. Firstly, you will require a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification. Given the UK's stringent teaching standards, prior teaching experience is often essential to make your application competitive. For non-UK citizens, it is crucial to be aware of visa and work permit requirements before embarking on this career path in the UK. What are the difficulties of teaching English in the UK? How can I get a work permit to teach English in the UK? Can I get a working holiday visa and teach English in the UK? Can I earn a comfortable living teaching English in the UK? What should I do if I can't find a job teaching English in the UK? Teaching English in the UK presents unique challenges despite the evident...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information In our modern age where working online has become a common way to make a steady living, the opportunities for qualified English teachers have further branched out into what we call the "virtual classroom". How to get started teaching English online The best employment options for teaching English online How much can you earn teaching English online? Some popular teaching platforms for teaching English online include: Useful Facebook Groups Are you ready to teach English online? More about Teaching English online in this video: There are countless online platforms and providers that offer English lessons online with native speakers allowing students from all over the world to learn how to speak English from the comfort of their home. Here is our...  [Read more]

hello everybody so lizzy is here and i'm super happy to welcome you to this uh itttt live session uh it's a bit unusual uh time to meet uh because my sessions are um usually on tuesdays and today is saturday anyway um i'm super happy that um you could make it and i could make it as well so today's session uh is going to be slightly different uh because we are going to um talk with my good old friend on the point of china and i know that many people are interested about this topic uh so stay tuned because just in just in a moment he will join me uh to talk about work in china and stuff like that and if you guys have any questions uh feel free to ask them via the comment section and as for the um as for the timing for today we are going to um talk um around 60 minutes approximately um and...  [Read more]

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]

Ariella Libre TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas One of my minors during my undergraduate studies was psychology. I started taking psychology classes in high school. My upbringing was extremely dysfunctional and it made me curious about people. As a psychology student, I was introduced to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a psychological theory by Abraham Maslow. Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: A Guide to Reaching Your Full Potential Unveiling Maslow's Pyramid: The Path to Self-Actualization Basic Needs First: The Foundation for Personal Growth and Success The Motivation Component: Unlocking Success Through Fulfilling Needs The Importance of Fulfilling Basic Needs in ESL Teaching Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Financial Constraints to Fulfillment The Impact...  [Read more]

hello everybody it's lizzy here and i'm super glad to welcome you at the new itt's live stream session so today's live stream is um devoted to um just to talk so we're going to discuss things and i hope that you have um several questions in your mind um so feel free to ask me uh at what whatever point you want and let me just quickly uh introduce myself and make sure that everything is working so while i'm waiting for some more people to join i just want to say that these live streams are provided by the um by international tefl and tesol training we are a leading tefl and tesol provider so if you are considering um getting tefl certified uh the chances are uh you are here watching this session um and having some questions so feel free to ask me about whatever is on your mind and um i...  [Read more]

  There are plenty of good options open to teachers without a high-level qualification - let's take a look at how you can teach English abroad or online WITHOUT a degree! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishAbroad Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Date posted:2026-03-06 | Writer: Abu Dhabi International School | Email: [email protected] AIS is a diverse organization with various opportunities to professionally grow while serving children and families in Abu Dhabi. The school promotes a collegial working environment where teachers are encouraged to share their ideas, experiment with new instructional approaches, and support each other in improving their practice. We invite qualified candidates wishing to join our team of professionals to submit their resumes for consideration. Please be advised that AIS recruits only qualified candidates that meet the requirements of the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge for job assignment. English is the primary language of communication at AIS; all AIS staff are required to have a...  [Read more]

All of our teacher training staff, at all of our classroom based TEFL course locations, are practicing teachers who have been involved in teaching and TEFL teacher training for many, many years. All of our training staff are highly qualified and experienced TEFL professionals who are both sensitive and supportive of the needs of our trainees. Our dedicated training staff are all active TEFL teachers and are also fully aware of the issues facing TEFL teachers and trainees in classrooms all over the world. Trainees will have many opportunities to observe training staff teaching students of English during the course. Trainees will have input sessions with different members of our training staff during the course. We welcome and accept applications for our TEFL courses from all applicants...  [Read more]

English is studied as an additional language by millions of people worldwide and it is generally one of the most commonly used second languages in most regions. This study can take place in a wide variety of schools and language centers, but the one thing they typically have in common is that the study is led by a language tutor known as a TEFL teacher (or a similar variant such as EFL teacher, ESL teacher, etc). A TEFL teacher’s role is to gradually build the four language skills of their students; reading, writing, speaking, and listening, to ensure they are able to reach their personal goals, whether for work, study, travel, or any other reason. Please note: the acronym TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. As the number of worldwide English learners is so high,...  [Read more]

hey everyone out there my name is lisa and i'm super happy to welcome you at another livestream session with itttt uh while i'm waiting for some more people to join let me know if you hear and see me clearly um i hope that today's live stream is gonna be smooth um and flawless because um last time i saw like a comment uh stating that there were some issues with the sound uh so just in case that you experienced some troubles listening to me please let me know in the comment section i will be super super happy if you give me some feedback okay uh so uh today's live stream session is uh devoted to a rather uh controversial point because there are so many things that appear these days online and in the real world and i feel like it is absolutely important to discuss what um skills teachers...  [Read more]

hey everybody it's lisa here and i'm glad to welcome you to a new itttt live stream uh so i'm going to wait for a while for some more people to join us uh but while doing so i'm going to change the slide uh just one sec so that you could see it um bigger so i'm going to zoom in and yeah i'm just going to present itttt right right straight away uh so itttt is a leading tefl and tesol training and we provide high quality tefl certification so if you are interested in becoming a teacher and you are willing to build on um a successful career tefl should be the first step uh in this journey uh so check us out we are presented on various social networks uh and yeah just go ahead and subscribe to our youtube channel or follow us on instagram so choose um that social media you like and let me get...  [Read more]

Undoubtedly, the demand for online English teachers is surging. With the proliferation of diverse online teaching platforms, students worldwide are accessing specialized English lessons, from one-on-one sessions to group interactions, and from foundational speaking modules to tailored courses for business professionals. This expansive and versatile online English teaching landscape has amplified the need for teachers from varied backgrounds. Are TEFL qualified teachers in demand in English speaking countries? Are online English teachers in demand in China? Yes, TEFL qualified teachers are in demand within English-speaking countries. The online teaching field offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing educators to be based anywhere, from the comfort of their homes to anywhere around the...  [Read more]

In the modern age where working online has become a common way to make a steady living, the opportunities for qualified English teachers have further branched out into what we call the ?virtual classroom?. There are countless online platforms and providers that offer English lessons online allowing students from all over the world to learn how to speak English from the comfort of their own home. The best employment options for teaching English online The most popular teaching platforms for teaching English online include: There are two main options for online English teachers. The first option is to set up your own teaching website. This allows teachers to be completely independent and free to set their own hours. However, it can take quite some time to find regular students and setting...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information While a lot of teaching positions are filled locally through face-to-face interviews, there are many countries that prefer to recruit new teachers in advance before they leave home. The application process usually takes place online via email and interviews are held via phone or Skype. A lot of teachers prefer this method as it offers a bit more security than simply heading abroad to find a job. Benefits of Getting Hired in Advance Countries in Asia That Hire English Teachers in Advance Countries in the Middle East That Hire English Teachers in Advance Countries in Europe That Hire English Teachers in Advance Countries in Latin America That Hire English Teachers in Advance Listen to this blog post Are you ready to live and teach English...  [Read more]

hey guys nice to see you again so it's liza here i'm glad to welcome you to the weekly uh live session and uh if you hear me if you see me please let me know that everything works smooth because like just three minutes before the live session uh my home wi-fi connection cut off and i just had to switch on uh the mobile connection the mobile internet and i'm so scared that something uh might work um not that well so please if you see and hear me clearly let me know that it works okay um i hope that uh this internet connection problem won't cause any troubles hello guys thanks for coming thanks for joining please let me know that you hear and see me clearly okay uh it looks like my picture hangs for some moments hey guys hello okay rosie thank you so much for letting me know and hello guys...  [Read more]

In Vietnam, English teachers are greatly sought after due to its position as a leading Southeast Asian destination for English education. The demand for qualified teachers has surged in recent years, resulting in competitive salaries. With many educators attesting to its charm, Vietnam offers both a rewarding teaching experience and a captivating lifestyle. What qualifications are required to teach English in Vietnam? Who are the main employers of English teachers in Vietnam? What visa is required to teach English in Vietnam? How do I apply for English teaching jobs in Vietnam? Is there a hiring season for applying for English teaching jobs in Vietnam? To obtain a work permit to legally teach English in Vietnam you must be a native English speaker with a bachelor's degree. Many employers...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas For many new and experienced EFL teachers, one of the most challenging aspects of their career is coming up with lesson plans that are both engaging and effective. Even if your employer provides a specific textbook to follow as a curriculum, you will often find that this can be rather dull for the students unless you spice things up by adding in some fun and original ideas from an outside source. By searching online you will find a huge amount of sites offering all manner of resources of varying quality and relevance. To save you the hassle of searching through them all, we have listed our 5 favorite websites that you can use to find quality lesson plans free of charge. Using English TEFL.net ESL Galaxy British Council Bogglesworld/Lanternfish Listen to this...  [Read more]

Reach To Teach is ESL Teacher Placement Agency placing thousands of happy native English teachers into schools around the world. Whether you are looking for a government teaching program or want to work at a private language school, the professional recruiters from Reach To Teach can help you make the right decision and find a suitable teaching position in your desired location! Reach To Teach places teachers into the following regions. If you want to teach English in China and immerse yourself in Chinese culture and learn Mandarin Chinese, teaching with Reach To Teach is the perfect opportunity for you. Reach To Teach currently works with many exciting young learner, adult, and online schools for teachers that want to teach in China. Your salary as an English teacher in China will be...  [Read more]

  While the Present Tenses are each covered individually in other ITTT videos this particular video reviews the four Present Tenses together. Looking at the tenses together helps to clarify and compare the different usages and structures. The video also highlights some of the problems that students may experience when learning and using the Present tenses. For example, in the Present Simple the use of the third person singular and the formation of the question form -- these can be problematic for students. In the Present Perfect, the Past Participle and irregular verbs can often be confusing for students. In the Present Perfect Continuous, the use of non-action verbs needs clarification. A TEFL certification entitles you to unlock the door to any one of a number of TEFL jobs...  [Read more]

Date posted:2026-03-03 | Writer: ILSC Education Group | Email: [email protected] CASUAL ELICOS TEACHER Overview of role  ILSC Education Group is one of Australia’s largest and fastest-growing language schools, known for the quality, rigour and variety of programs that are tailored to best meet international student needs and interests. ILSC Programs include General English, English for Academic Purposes, IELTS Preparation, Cambridge Preparation, and a variety of engaging Elective classes. The Casual ELICOS Teachers play a crucial role in engaging ILSC students in their English language studies, ensuring best practice in L&T methodologies, classroom management, assessment, and use of educational technology; being a successful mediator between a descriptive curriculum...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The following activities may be adapted for use as warmers, engage activities, structured practice or free practice style activities. They may also be adapted for level and age. Watch the video about this topic Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! The first one is really simple but can be one of the best activities to improve grammar. Some students even at the higher levels are lacking automatic habits, which are really important for grammatical skill. Basically this activity is a grammar drill and it is supposed to be used as a warmer or as an ice-breaker activity. The main objective is to help your students automate some grammatical...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great writing exercise to practice writing a narrative. Keywords and drawings are given.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

The NET (Native-speaking English Teachers) Scheme is an initiative by the Hong Kong Education Bureau designed to integrate overseas qualified teachers into public schools across Hong Kong. With the primary objective of elevating English teaching standards and offering local students an authentic language learning experience, the program annually recruits for both primary and secondary education levels. Participants not only benefit from a competitive salary and added perks but also gain a distinctive experience in one of Asia's most dynamic and culturally-rich cities. What are the requirements for the NET Scheme? What teaching jobs are available through the NET Scheme? What are the benefits of the NET Scheme? The NET Scheme Requirements include: Teaching Positions through the NET...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations Asia is the most popular destination for teaching English in the world with dozens of exciting regions to choose from. Moreover, Asia offers teaching jobs to people of all backgrounds, including native and non-native English speakers and those with or without a degree. Here are the top 10 cities in Asia with the highest demand for English language teachers. Bangkok - The City of Angels Hanoi - The City of Lakes Hong Kong - The Pearl of the Orient Kuala Lumpur - The City of Contrast and Diversity Seoul - The City of Fortune Shanghai - The City That Never Sleeps Siem Reap - The City of Temples Singapore - The Lion City Taipei - The City of Possibilities Tokyo - The Pulsating City Listen to this blog post Are you ready to start a new career teaching English in...  [Read more]