How To Become A Teacher In Germany

How much can I earn teaching English in Germany? In Germany, English teachers' salaries typically range from $1,400 to $2,200 monthly. Germany offers a conducive environment for teachers, with a straightforward process for obtaining work permits for foreigners. Educational institutions across Germany provide competitive wages, and there is a strong demand for English language proficiency in both the corporate sector and academia, enhancing the earning potential for English teachers. Also read: Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach abroad? Table of Contents What are TEFL salaries in Germany? Who are the main employers of English language teachers in Germany? What is the recruitment process for English teachers in Germany? What is the cost of living for English teachers in Germany? What...  [Read more]

How much can I earn teaching English in Germany? Nestled at the very center of Europe, Germany provides the perfect base to explore the multitude of wonders the continent offers. Opportunities abound for TEFL qualified teachers throughout the country, where a love for nature can be fulfilled by the nation's mountains, forests, sprawling rivers, rugged coastlines, and sandy beaches. With competitive salaries for teachers and a comparatively easy process for foreigners to work legally, Germany offers a viable choice for those considering teaching English in Europe. Also read: Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach abroad? What are TEFL salaries in Germany? English teachers employed in private language schools in Germany can anticipate an average monthly salary ranging between $1,400 and...  [Read more]

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Pros and Cons to Know Students' Native Language Throughout the TEFL course, it is clear that teachers do not need to know the language of the host country to successfully teach English. I agree wholeheartedly with this assertion for various reasons. However, there are also certain advantages for teachers who know a foreign language have in the classroom. I will discuss the various ways that knowledge of a foreign language can help and hinder teachers in the EFL classroom. Table of Contents Pitfalls of Knowing Students' Native Language Attention to Students Benefits of Knowing Students' Language Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Allison...  [Read more]

Additional TEFL Courses Check out tefl tesol about Additional TEFL Courses and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts A.A. - Germany said: BilingualismThere is a general idea that each person has a mother tongue. This term is however problematic. Just think of the bilingually educated child who knows German best but says ?German is my father tongue.? Therefore, other terms exist such as native language, or cradle tongue. They refer to the language exposed to within a so-called critical period, i.e. the first few years in childhood. But, then, everybody knows of immigrant kids to the US...  [Read more]

Where is it easiest to teach English? As English continues to grow in popularity as a second language, a plethora of exciting destinations have become viable for teaching abroad. There are thriving English teaching communities on every continent (bar Antarctica), each with unique opportunities, decent salaries, and a quality of life that often surpasses the local norm. However, certain countries prove more straightforward for settling in as a TEFL teacher. We have evaluated various criteria like job availability, visa procedures, income-to-cost of living ratio, local hospitality, and even gastronomic offerings to compile this list of prime teaching destinations. We have featured one country per geographical region to provide some diverse options. South Korea South Korea is a favorite...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences The Benefits of Foreign Language Experience When Traveling the World In April 2018 I quit my job and began traveling around the world. Since then, I have taught myself Russian and improved my teaching skills by helping others with languages I am familiar with. The more places I visited on my journey, the more I became interested in foreign languages. I had the chance to teach people German and English, while also learning other languages and alphabets from them. I realized that while helping others, I developed a passion for teaching. I then decided to travel to Southeast Asia and acquire a TEFL certificate, which will enable me to teach English and live in a foreign country. Table of Contents My First Experiences Overseas How Travel...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Does Reading Impact Language Acquisition? One of the most challenging contradictions I had to face as a high school language and literature teacher in Germany was the principle that each child should have equal opportunity when, sadly, the inequality often starts long before high school, and that as a teacher, you should give every student the chance to achieve excellent performances when, in reality, the latter also depends on factors outside of the classroom. In conversations with parents, I often pointed out specific deficiencies in their child's essays as I was taught to. I made suggestions on how to improve them, hoping in vain that next time, the student would get a much better grade. I knew...  [Read more]

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences How Traveling The World Inspired Me To Teach English In April 2018, I quit my job and began traveling around the world. Since then, I taught myself Russian and improved my teaching skills by helping others with languages I am familiar with. The more places I visited on my journey, the more I became interested in foreign languages. Table of Contents "Learn from locals while teaching them." "Traveling is one of the best ways to improve and educate yourself." "Once you're able to communicate, there will be new opportunities!" "It's not just about providing knowledge but also gaining knowledge while teaching." Are you ready to get inspired to teach while traveling? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post I had the chance to teach...  [Read more]

Live Session November 27, 2020 with ITTT Alumna Brittany from "The Life of Brit"   After taking her TEFL course, Brittany moved on to teach English in South Korea and Vietnam. She also has taught English online, runs a travel blog, does freelance writing, and recently moved to Germany for grad school. If you are interested in finding out how to achieve a similar career, this live event is for you! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Check our wide range of online TEFL & TESOL courses: https://www.teflonline.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in Germany? With the largest population in the European Union and being a favored destination for immigrants and refugees worldwide, Germany exhibits a robust demand for TEFL-certified teachers across all its significant cities. Its central location within Europe also makes it an excellent base for exploring the wider region while teaching English abroad. If the idea of living and working in Germany appeals to you, consider the following details, and your dreams could potentially become a reality sooner than expected. What are the requirements for teaching English in Germany? The initial thing to understand about teaching English in Germany is that a TEFL certification is likely required to qualify for the majority of job opportunities. Employers...  [Read more]

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Building Rapport by Knowing Students’ Names and Interests No matter how well-prepared a teacher may be, every classroom is different, which means each student is different, and each teacher needs to be able to adjust and be able to establish rapport with the new class. For some teachers, working in a foreign country may cause them to feel uneasy; however, a teacher needs to overcome this feeling to be successful in the classroom. Indeed, building rapport with all students will help. Although this is a continuous process throughout the term, the key to establishing a friendly learning environment starts on day one. Thus, the best way to build rapport is to know the students' names and interests by the end of the day or week...  [Read more]

Where are the best places to teach English for LGBTQ+ teachers? While significant strides have been made in LGBTQ+ rights in many countries, teachers from this community planning to teach abroad may still face some challenges. Certain popular teaching destinations might not openly discuss sexual orientation and gender identity, and in some places, homosexuality is still criminalized. Therefore, it is important to familiarize yourself with the conditions in your preferred countries to ensure your overseas teaching journey is safe and fulfilling. Here, we highlight a few countries that stand out as welcoming places for LGBTQ+ English teachers. Table of Contents Spain Germany Uruguay Argentina Thailand Taiwan Spain Known for its liberal outlook and commitment to equal rights, Spain is a...  [Read more]

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal Destinations How to Legally Teach English in France With a Student Visa Europe is one of the most popular regions for teaching English as a foreign language for many teachers. However, it can often be difficult for non-EU citizens to secure a visa and work legally in Europe. If you are dreaming of living and working in France, don't despair. An attractive option for teachers from outside of the EU zone is to apply for a student visa. A student visa allows you to work a certain number of hours per week. Even though the legal working hours are limited, many teachers also take on private tutoring to supplement their income. If you are interested in teaching in France, read on to find out how to legally teach English in France with a...  [Read more]

Tue, 19 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Reason for Embarking on a TEFL Journey The introverted Nathaniel struggled immensely through primary, high school, college, and music school. His first battle was learning how to read. At this point, no one knew he possessed a learning difficulty. Table of Contents Personal Experience Berlin, Germany Learning Efforts Colombia Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nathaniel F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Personal Experience Although he had an impressive spoken vocabulary for a boy, when he looked at words on a page he could not match them to their sounds,...  [Read more]

Where are the best places to teach English for LGBTQ+ teachers? While significant strides have been made in LGBTQ+ rights in many countries, teachers from this community planning to teach abroad may still face some challenges. Certain popular teaching destinations might not openly discuss sexual orientation and gender identity, and in some places, homosexuality is still criminalized. Therefore, it is important to familiarize yourself with the conditions in your preferred countries to ensure your overseas teaching journey is safe and fulfilling. Here, we highlight a few countries that stand out as welcoming places for LGBTQ+ English teachers. Spain Known for its liberal outlook and commitment to equal rights, Spain is a favored destination for teaching English abroad. Legalizing same-sex...  [Read more]

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Games and Their Influence on English Acquisition Diane Ackerman coined the phrase "play is our brain's favorite way of learning" and we have discovered tough various studies and examples of how play in and out of the classroom improves learning skills and encourages involvement. Table of Contents Motivation Level Learning Experience Types of Games Games for Different Age Groups and Levels Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rebeccah G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Motivation Level Within the classroom teachers have discovered that using games can increase motivation and...  [Read more]

Programs Fast TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Programs Fast TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts F.L. - Germany said: Classroom ManagementManaging your classroom is vital to a successful learning environment. However, it is not easy dealing with many children with different personalities and learning styles. Effective management will get all students involved and make the classroom a more effective working environment. A teacher has to let his students know what good behavior is by giving the class clear instructions on what kind of behavior is expected. Teachers must act...  [Read more]

Agency Online TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Agency Online TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts T.R. - Japan said: English as a global languageIn November 2010, Mr. Hiroshi Mikitani, President of the japanese company Rakuten®, announced that by the year 2012, all operations at their headquarters in Tokyo will be done in English¹. To some, this news was a welcoming change, while to many others it spelled heartache. According to Mr. Mikitani, in order to survive in the global market place, English was ?essential?, as the company expands into more regions . This move by Mr....  [Read more]

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information 10 Female Travel Bloggers You Should Be Following Right Now Are you planning on quitting the 9-to-5 and embark on an adventure of traveling the world? The following 10 women have done exactly that. Most of them got their TEFL certificate and are teaching English abroad, while others started out teaching and are now full-time travelers. Here are 10 female travel bloggers you should be following! Table of Contents @curiositytrav @lindagoeseast @ginabearsblog @milesofsmiles @lifeofbrit @thatbackpacker @eternalexpat @wander.dolls 9 @courtneylikkel 10 @feministglobetrotter Are you ready to live and teach English abroad? Related Articles: @curiositytrav Jessica from @curiositytrav is from San Diego and has visited 40 countries...  [Read more]

TEFL Leipzig | TEFL Germany ITTT's Germany TEFL course takes place in the delightful city of Leipzig. Goethe described Leipzig as, "A little Paris that educates its people." So, whilst taking your course here, you'll also be able to enjoy the café culture in the arcades that surround the centre of Leipzig. There's a great blend of culture to be experienced in Leipzig. On the one hand, you can hear world-class classical music at the Gewandhaus concert hall and at the Opera. On the other you can hear cutting edge electronic music in the clubs in the "Südvorstadt" area of Leipzig or even go to one of the Gothic clubs! Counter culture is such a large part of Leipzig's life that Europe’s biggest Wave and Gothic festival is held in Leipzig each May. If you enjoy getting out and about, then...  [Read more]

Can I learn a foreign language while teaching English abroad? Certainly! Teaching English abroad uniquely positions you for rapid foreign language acquisition. Immersion in a new culture, surrounded by native speakers daily, is one of the most effective methods to grasp a language. As an English teacher abroad, every interaction - from daily errands to classroom engagements - becomes an invaluable opportunity to hone your linguistic abilities. Table of Contents What are the benefits of learning a foreign language when teaching English abroad? Can I learn Chinese while teaching English abroad? Can I learn Arabic while teaching English abroad? Can I learn Spanish while teaching English abroad? Can I learn French while teaching English abroad? What other languages can I learn while...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Learning Languages Help Me In Teaching I have had the opportunity to study several foreign languages, some in a formal setting, some self-taught. Through my personal experiences learning other languages, I have developed some insights into language learning. I would like to describe some of my experienc| ITTT | TEFL Bloges, and some of my thoughts on what I have learned from them, and from this course. Table of Contents How I started learning languages How my job influenced the language interest Challenges of learning on your own Benefits of the ESA teaching approach How to distinguish a skilled teacher Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What are The Roles of Parents in their Children’s Education? According to Nelson Mandela, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". As parents what is our role for our children to be educated? How would we reach out to us and explain to them the importance of education? How would we encourage them to pursue their dreams of graduating college despite the struggles that arise? How we would inspire them with Nelson Mandela's quote "Education is the great engine of personal development. It is through education that the daughter of a peasant can become a doctor, that the son of a mineworker can become the head of the mine that a child of farm workers can become the president of a great nation. It is...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Alumni Report: What It’s Like Teaching English in Austria Between 2017 and 2018 after I had graduated with a bachelor's degree in German and English, I moved to Vienna, Austria to become an English teaching assistant through the Fulbright group. I was placed at two schools in Lower Austria and taught around 14-15 classes each week for 50 minute periods. Going into the situation, I honestly felt underprepared and confused as to what I was supposed to teach and how. The program attempted to orientate the teaching assistants, but in reality, there was much I did not know. Table of Contents The Role as an English Teaching Assistant The Role of the Teacher in the Classroom Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad?...  [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]

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The Best Methods to Increase Confidence in ESL Students Teaching English in a foreign country has become very popular in the last five years. The reason is that many people want to travel the world and explore the cultural differences from different countries. The younger generation can't travel the world because they simply don't have the money to travel and can't afford the expensiveness while they are travel overseas. That is the main reason why many younger people choose to teach English abroad because they needed money for their daily expensive while they are overseas. Table of Contents Points to Consider Teacher's Personal Confidence Attitude Lesson Planning Why do You Need Confidence? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal Destinations TEFL Information The How-To Guide for Americans to Teach English in Europe Every year, thousands of Americans embark on their adventure of teaching English abroad. Many of them dream of living in Europe but are deterred by the seemingly unfavorable visa regulations and they head to Asia or Latin America instead. While it is true that a lot of employers in European countries prefer to hire teachers with an EU passport to avoid having to organize a work visa for those from other countries, there are other ways to legally work in Europe as an American English teacher. Here is our how-to guide for Americans to teach English in Europe. Table of Contents Get TEFL Certified Choose the Right Location Teaching Programs for Americans...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why English is Unique Linguistically and Geographically English, like any language, is first and foremost the mother tongue of a person. Languages often are influenced by or entirely derive from migratory groups of people. The original native tongue of France, for example, was Gallic. The Latinized French we know today was only born after centuries of Roman occupation and assimilation. More confusing still, the nation takes its name from the Franks, who were themselves a Germanic tribe which conquered the territory from Rome. Despite this, their native German tongue had an only minor influence on French, as Roman Gaul had a quite large population. Table of Contents From the history of English English in teaching Germanic Group Do...  [Read more]

Local TEFL Language Check out tefl tesol about Local TEFL Language and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts D. S. - Germany said: British English vs American English The English language consists of two major variations. One is British English, which is spoken in the UK, and the other variation is American English. British English has its origin in the UK and includes several dialects within the UK. British English is often referred to as Oxford English, which is one of the dialects. Usually, this is the variation taught as a foreign language at public schools throughout Europe....  [Read more]

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences How Studying Abroad in Taiwan Made Me Become An English Teacher In China The following blog post is about an ITTT graduate who shares his story on how he found a passion for teaching English abroad after studying abroad in Taiwan. Table of Contents "What did I have to lose?" "What do these developments have to do with my decision to pursue certification to teach English?" "Teaching English in China seemed like a very risky move." "I believe I will find no other career as fulfilling as teaching English." Listen to this blog post Now it's your turn to get TEFL certified! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph S. "What did I have to lose?" When I began my undergraduate education, I intended...  [Read more]