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Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences I was scrolling down the list of the topics for the summative task. I was looking for something less technical, less methodical, something more 'human' I'd say. A title straight away jumped to my eyes: 'How can English influence a student's future career'.Table of Contents My Personal Experience English in My Life International Experience Career Opportunities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Listen to this blog post Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christian A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. While reading that line I felt that whatever I was doing at that moment, in that stage of my life, that surrounding, whatever I was...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English achieved the global status of an international language since it is recognized worldwide. It became global due to native speakers' economic power. Initially, British imperial power spread the English language to many countries. It provided communication between ethnic groups. International researchers say that more than 400 million people are speaking English as their first language and many more people using English as a second language. I am one of these people, I was taught English since middle school.Table of Contents Why start learning English early? Opportunities Education Culture Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dinara B. Please note that...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Teaching English in Environmental Education 2. Strategies for Incorporating English in Environmental Education 3. Benefits of Teaching English in Environmental Education 4. Conclusion Teaching English in environmental education is crucial in today's globalized world. English is the most widely spoken language globally, and proficiency in English can open up a world of opportunities for individuals interested in environmental issues. By integrating English language learning with environmental education, students can enhance their language skills while also gaining a deeper understanding of environmental issues. This integration helps students become effective communicators and advocates for environmental sustainability on a global scale. There are various strategies that...  [Read more]

  Ben is from California but worked as an English teacher in South Korea for four years. During his time in Korea, he did not possess a teaching qualification. When he returned home to the United States, he decided to become qualified to further his education. Even though he had prior teaching experience, he learned a lot of new skills and techniques, such as the ESA methodology, classroom management and lesson planning. Therefore, he highly recommends the course to anyone who is working in the EFL field. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Teaching English abroad offers a myriad of benefits beyond just language instruction. It provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in a different culture, gain a deeper understanding of global perspectives, and develop essential intercultural communication skills. By interacting with students from diverse backgrounds, teachers can enhance their ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries. This experience can lead to improved empathy, tolerance, and adaptability - crucial qualities in today's interconnected world. Additionally, teaching English abroad allows educators to learn from their students, fostering mutual respect and understanding. While teaching English abroad can be a rewarding experience, it also comes with its own set of challenges. Cultural...  [Read more]

Date posted:2014-10-28 | Writer: Yonsei University, Wonju Campus | Email: [email protected] Applications for EFL Instructor positions teaching a full academic year at Yonsei University, Wonju Campus (Gangwon Province) beginning March 1st, 2015 are now being accepted. Instructors are required to teach university credit classes of 18 contact hours per week, plus up to 3 hours per week of overtime. (Additional hours beyond the contractual 18 contact hours per week are compensated at the overtime rate of 30,000 won.) The Instructor will teach four semesters, with fall and spring being 16 weeks long followed by short winter and summer semesters of 5 weeks duration. Benefits include a monthly salary of between 2,500 and 2,800 won depending on qualifications and experience, together with...  [Read more]

Date posted:2014-10-28 | Writer: Yonsei University, Wonju Campus | Email: [email protected] Applications for EFL Instructor positions teaching a full academic year at Yonsei University, Wonju Campus (Gangwon Province) beginning March 1st, 2015 are now being accepted. Instructors are required to teach university credit classes of 18 contact hours per week, plus up to 3 hours per week of overtime. (Additional hours beyond the contractual 18 contact hours per week are compensated at the overtime rate of 30,000 won.) The Instructor will teach four semesters, with fall and spring being 16 weeks long followed by short winter and summer semesters of 5 weeks duration. Benefits include a monthly salary of between 2,500 and 2,800 won depending on qualifications and experience, together with...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-10-21 | Writer: PAGODA SCS | Email: [email protected] Pagoda is hiring teachers to teach ESL online to Korean students. You will be instructing adult students from large corporations or government employees. Pagoda has been around for over 30 years and has many leading companies as its clients! Our mission is to develop articulate speakers of foreign languages in order help build global competitiveness. Its guiding principles are to: - Establish an Open System of Language Education - Increase opportunities for life-long language education - Provide the best quality, individualized language education programs - Establish a cyber language education campus - Develop excellent language education programs - Operate educational services that meet learner's needs...  [Read more]

1. Understanding TEFL Certification 2. Teaching English for Sustainability 3. Benefits of TEFL Certification for Teaching English for Sustainability 4. Choosing the Right TEFL Certification Program TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certification is a qualification that provides individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to teach English to non-native speakers. This certification equips teachers with effective teaching methodologies, classroom management techniques, and language assessment strategies. It is essential for those looking to pursue a career in teaching English as a foreign language, whether abroad or online. Teaching English for sustainability involves incorporating environmental, social, and economic themes into English language lessons. This approach aims to...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-10-21 | Writer: PAGODA SCS | Email: [email protected] Pagoda is hiring teachers to teach ESL online to Korean students. You will be instructing adult students from large corporations or government employees. Pagoda has been around for over 30 years and has many leading companies as its clients! Our mission is to develop articulate speakers of foreign languages in order help build global competitiveness. Its guiding principles are to: - Establish an Open System of Language Education - Increase opportunities for life-long language education - Provide the best quality, individualized language education programs - Establish a cyber language education campus - Develop excellent language education programs - Operate educational services that meet learner's needs...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences An essential role of the teacher in the classroom is to build a relationship with his or her students to help them learn the subject being taught. There are many ways to set up a situation in which students can and will learn effectively.Table of Contents Teacher's Roles Teaching Skills Lesson Flow Feedback Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Peter O. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. A teacher must be a leader, a manager, an administrator, an organizer, a designer, and an assessor. Above all, they must be a motivator to give their students a desire to learn, which is vital to mastering...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Before getting into teaching I had a good experience in the corporate sector. Training always had my interest, but never I thought that my first day would be so unpredictable. As I was a fresher in the training field, I could always relate with my students. I could just feel that if after having reasonable knowledge I could be nervous and unconfident, students can sure be. The day I am talking about was my first demo lecture for a group of students. As the students started entering the classroom, my mind was just running towards the unknown queries I may have to face. But, gradually I understood that to have an answer to all questions was a very wrong expectation to keep from oneself. The first day taught me that if I am nervous, so is the one who is...  [Read more]

1. Understanding TEFL Certification 2. Benefits of Online TEFL Certification 3. Choosing the Right Online TEFL Course 4. Tips for Success in Online TEFL Certification Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification is a credential that demonstrates your ability to teach English to non-native speakers. It equips you with essential teaching skills, methodologies, and strategies needed to effectively teach English in a foreign language environment. Whether you are a seasoned educator or a novice in the field of teaching, a TEFL certification can open up a world of opportunities to teach English abroad or online. Online TEFL certification offers flexibility and convenience for global citizens who wish to pursue a career in teaching English. With online courses, you can study at...  [Read more]

hi Linda here from ITT back this week with another live session and and today we're going to talk about how to become a freelance tefl teacher all right I think this is a topic that a lot of people are going to find very interesting um a lot of people are probably going to want to kind of follow in the in the footsteps of this newer kind well is it a new career but I mean we've definitely seen some changes in the teaching industry in the teaching Market um also thanks to the Boom in online teaching and freelance teaching freelance English teaching has definitely become uh increasingly popular for many different reasons many of these reasons we're gonna go into we're gonna go into um what it actually means to be a tefl freelance teacher um the benefits of it um also kind of the challenges...  [Read more]

After completing a TEFL certification course and working as an English language teacher, some people look to branch out into other avenues of the teaching profession in order to gain more experience or to earn a higher salary. One such route is to become a TEFL trainer. Teaching people to become classroom teachers can be a very rewarding and well paid job and a route into management positions or even setting up your own language school.Table of Contents What are the basic requirements for becoming a TEFL trainer? What are the characteristics of a TEFL trainer? Do I need advanced qualifications to become a TEFL trainer? How important is classroom experience for a TEFL trainer? Where can I work as a TEFL trainer? Who are the main employers of TEFL trainers? The first and most obvious...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Self-confidence is not an easy trait to gain, especially when we talk about teachers. Self-confidence is obvious and easy to observe from all people, whether students or other teachers. When the teacher has a lack or weakness in self-confidence, their students or their coworkers will see that during the explanation, when she/he talks in front of the students and answering some questions in the class.Table of Contents Creative Teacher = Confident Teacher Prepared Teacher = Confident Teacher Self-DevelopingTeacher = Confident Teacher Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Walaa S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Catia Pereira dos Santos Alumni Experiences After becoming a certified teacher in English as a second language, I put together a few reasons and benefits why students and EFL teachers around the world should become even more grammar-friendly.Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Worksheets are worth it! It can be self- taught, too! Here below, you will find seven great tips that might help you on your grammar journey. In conclusion Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Why learn English grammar? What are the benefits of learning it? Grammar is right where accuracy lies! It's the key to speaking any foreign language fluently. It plays a significant role in communicating, especially nowadays, with theextensive use of the internet and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In the world, there are many different professions that people dream of. If you ask someone to name some of them, they probably would say something like a doctor, teacher, singer, and so on. When I was a child, my dad wanted me to become a teacher. He thought that becoming a teacher was a great job. Not just him, but many other people also thought so. It has always been like that. Back then, I was too young to understand the reason. But now that I have become a teacher, I am starting to realize why my dad and everyone else liked it.Table of Contents When Do You Become a Teacher? Many Responsibilities Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video...  [Read more]

1. Benefits of TEFL Certification for Senior Citizens 2. Challenges Faced by Senior Citizens in TEFL Certification Programs 3. Tips for Senior Citizens Pursuing TEFL Certification 4. Opportunities for Senior Citizens with TEFL Certification TEFL certification offers numerous benefits for senior citizens looking to teach English as a foreign language. Firstly, it provides an opportunity for personal growth and lifelong learning, allowing seniors to stay intellectually engaged and active. Additionally, it opens up new avenues for travel and cultural exploration, enabling older adults to experience different countries and communities firsthand. Moreover, TEFL certification can lead to fulfilling part-time or volunteer opportunities, allowing seniors to make a meaningful impact while...  [Read more]

1. Understanding TEFL Certification 2. Benefits of TEFL Certification for Global Citizens 3. Choosing the Right TEFL Certification Program 4. Conclusion TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certification is a qualification that equips individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to teach English to non-native speakers. This certification is essential for those who wish to pursue a career in teaching English abroad or online. It typically includes modules on lesson planning, classroom management, language teaching methodologies, and assessment techniques. TEFL certification offers numerous benefits to global citizens looking to teach English in foreign countries. Firstly, it opens up a world of opportunities to work and travel in different countries, experiencing diverse...  [Read more]

1. Requirements for Teaching English in South Korea 2. Finding a Job at Language Institutes in South Korea 3. Teaching English in South Korea: Work Environment and Culture 4. Tips for Success as an English Teacher in South Korea To teach English in South Korea, you typically need a bachelor’s degree in any field. However, having a degree in English or Education can be advantageous. Additionally, you must be a native English speaker or demonstrate fluency in English. Most language institutes in South Korea require teachers to have a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate. A clean criminal record check and a health check are also mandatory for obtaining a work visa. There are various ways to secure a job at a language institute in South Korea. You can apply directly to...  [Read more]

1. Overview of Teaching English in Korea 2. Requirements for Teaching English in Korea 3. Finding a Job Teaching English in Korea 4. Conclusion Teaching English in Korea is an attractive option for many people looking to live abroad and experience a new culture. Korea offers a unique blend of traditional culture and modernity, making it a fascinating place to work and live. The demand for English teachers in Korea is high, and there are plenty of opportunities for qualified individuals to find work in schools, language institutes, and universities across the country. To teach English in Korea, you typically need a bachelor's degree in any field, as well as a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. Some employers may also require a teaching license or previous teaching...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As language acquisition through immersion goes, reading is positively amazing. Where movies may help with attitude and tone, reading allows us to see the words, form visual connections between them, and familiarise ourselves with spelling, punctuation, and structure. The best results, of course, are seen in readers who do it for pleasure, and for whom the point of reading is not simply to be done with it. How, then, do we get our children to read for fun when most of them seem to dread it?Table of Contents Step One: Drop mandatory/standardized reading Step Two: Make it social Step Three: Accept differences Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Smaranda E. Please...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My skin, infused with a generous amount of sunlight, illuminated the atmosphere all about me. My body gleamed in its home-made oil, as my heart throbbed through the entire flight. I clung to the acid-washed denim jacket that I wore as I departed Boeing 737; being born and raised on an island it was my first time experiencing weather that was below 62 degrees Fahrenheit – I was freezing.Table of Contents My First Journey Cultural Shock What Inspires Me Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rochelle R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. It is safe to say that I was nowhere near...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences I believe that volunteering as a concept is a worthwhile activity, especially if the volunteer is helping a charity. In the field of volunteer teaching, the volunteer can also gain valuable teaching experience which can provide a great start to their teaching career.Table of Contents My Story Reasons to Volunteer How it Influences Your Experience? Are You Ready to Teach English Abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This follows my personal experience. I started my teaching career as a volunteer teacher of sixteen to twenty-year-old pupils at CDC (the Children's Development Centre), which is a school for Burmese migrants in Mae Sot, Thailand. I had no previous teaching experience at all, and the position allowed me to gradually gain...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-05-26 | Writer: Number 16 School | Email: [email protected] PASSIONATE AND DYNAMIC TEFL TEACHERS REQUIRED FOR A GREAT SPANISH OPPORTUNITY!Number 16 is the best school to learn English in Spain. We are in constant growth and expansion, with over 8,000 students learning English with us, we have 8 English Schools in Spain's major cities and prime locations! Three Schools in the heart of MADRID, a center in VALENCIA, two in the best areas of ZARAGOZA and two brand-new centers: one in BILBAO and one in BARCELONA!We are searching for lively and enthusiastic native level teachers to join our schools in Spain's top locations. Would you like to work in an international and fresh environment? Join our team of over 200 teachers, a young and fun family, and experience the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Throughout one's schooling, it is not uncommon to come across that particular teacher that resolves every type of altercation, or moment of class disturbance, with excessive shouting and loss of temper. Although these are the teachers we tend to recall the most when we are swapping stories with friends of our bygone school days, I feel that the number of "louder", "loss-of-temper-type" teachers, however, is heavily outweighed by the number of easier going, mild-tempered teachers. Generally, teachers tend to have an understanding of younger learners' behaviors and therefore occasional bouts in student behavior are expected and dealt with methodically and effectively.Table of Contents Explaining the reasons and consequences My solution of the problem...  [Read more]

1. Understanding Online ESL Teaching 2. Qualifications and Skills Required 3. Teaching Platforms and Tools 4. Tips for Success in Online ESL Teaching Online ESL teaching is a rapidly growing field that allows educators to teach English to students around the world from the comfort of their own homes. This form of teaching provides flexibility in terms of working hours and location, making it an attractive option for many educators. With the rise of digital platforms and tools, online ESL teaching has become more accessible and effective than ever before. It offers a unique opportunity to connect with students from diverse cultural backgrounds and make a meaningful impact on their language learning journey. To excel in online ESL teaching, educators typically need a combination of...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations The following guide will help you answer the question: How much can I earn (and save) teaching English in South Korea? You will also find information on the local cost of living in order to figure out how much to budget for when moving to South Korea.Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: The Typical Salary for English Teachers in South Korea Other Benefits to Expect When Teaching English in South Korea How to Earn Extra Cash While Teaching English in South Korea The Cost of Living in South Korea Cost of Living in South Korea: Food Cost of Living in South Korea: Leisure Activities Cost of Living in South Korea: Transportation Cost of Living in South Korea: Travel in Korea and Beyond Sample Monthly Teacher Budget How Much You Can Save...  [Read more]

There are a number of EFL teaching scenarios that involve tutoring. The most obvious is that of one-to-one teaching. This can take place in a school, a language center, at a business or privately. Regardless of the teaching scenario, the route to becoming a TEFL tutor is basically the same as becoming a TEFL teacher. In general there are three ways to gain the certification required to become a TEFL tutor. They all involve a course with a minimum of 120 hours of training.Table of Contents Online TEFL certification Onsite TEFL certification Combined TEFL certification This can be done from anywhere in the world with a computer and an internet connection. Typical 120-hour courses give you up to six months to complete the course, working at your own pace. These courses will cover the main...  [Read more]