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How Can English Influence a Student's Career - TEFL Blog
Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
How Can English Influence a Student's Career
English is my first language, however, I studied Spanish throughout high school growing up in the Midwest and eventually received a Master's degree in Spanish Literature. I learned to speak Spanish very well after becoming a high school Spanish teacher for eight years and then a principal for elementary and secondary schools for 26 more years speaking Spanish to new immigrant students and parents the whole time.
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Bilingualism
Confidence
Advantages and Perspectives
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How will I make friends while teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How will I make friends while teaching English abroad?
Making friends while teaching English abroad is a common concern for many. Yet, once settled into their new surroundings, most teachers find forming connections easier than anticipated. In many teaching destinations, you are likely not the only foreign instructor, providing immediate camaraderie with peers. Moreover, the local community often embraces teachers warmly, eager to share their culture and help newcomers acclimate. Engaging with both fellow teachers and locals presents plenty of opportunities to build lasting friendships.
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Will I make friends with work colleagues when teaching English abroad?
Will I make friends with the local people?
How can I find like minded people in the local area?
Can I get... [Read more]
How will I make friends while teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How will I make friends while teaching English abroad?
Of the tens of thousands of people who head overseas every year to teach English abroad, the vast majority will have some level of anxiety about meeting new people and making new friends. The good news is that most teachers soon forget these concerns once they are immersed in their new environment. The chances are high that you will not be the only foreign teacher in your new school, apartment building, or neighborhood. As well as other teachers, you can also expect to meet friendly and welcoming people from the local community who will be more than happy to help you settle into your new home.
Will I make friends with work colleagues when teaching English abroad?
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Why Group Seating Arrangement is Important - TEFL Blog
Wed, 29 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Why Group Seating Arrangement is Important
Most of the teachers like to arrange the seating arrangement. The aim is the only one which is to make sure all the students focus and understand what is going on in class. Even no arrangement is perfect but yet it helps. As a teacher in a lower primary in one of the international schools in Indonesia, I do like to arrange my students' seats. With English as a daily basis language and students are from different Asia countries with mixed language ability, the seating arrangement is one of the keys.
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Usual Seating
Why to Groups Students?
How Seating Arrangements Influence Students' Results?
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Challenges of the French Native Speakers in English Learning - TEFL Blog
Wed, 04 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Challenges of the French Native Speakers in English Learning
Several surveys, such as EF (Education First), have shown that France has the worst English level in the European Union. We shall explain, firstly, why French students have problems in learning English and what these problems are. Then, secondly, we shall share solutions to these problems.
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Origin of Typical Difficulties
Global Status of French
Lack of Exposure to English
Academical Importance
Common Vocabulary
Tenses
Pronunciation
Lesson Ideas
Ways to Engage
Grammar and Vocabulary
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Top 5 Tips for Making Friends While Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Wed, 23 May 2018 Mark Crocker
TEFL Information
Top 5 Tips for Making Friends While Teaching English Abroad
As the very essence of teaching English abroad involves leaving behind your friends and family and the social life you have been used to, it is inevitable that many newly qualified teachers have some concerns about making new friends once they head overseas. However, just like the many thousands of teachers who have gone before you, you will find that making the decision to leave home is actually the hard part and everything else will soon fall into place. To help set your mind at ease, we have put together 5 top tips for making new friends while teaching English abroad.
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1. Get to Know Your New Colleagues
2. Meet-Up with Like Minded People
3. Join a Local... [Read more]
My Foreign Language Experience and Why I Want to be TEFL/TESOL Certified - TEFL Blog
Wed, 25 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
My Foreign Language Experience and Why I Want to be TEFL/TESOL Certified
As someone of mixed heritage, I have always had an interest in learning about cultures other than the one I live in America. My father is Colombian and my mother is American, so growing up I felt obliged to learn more about the Colombian background I was fairly unfamiliar with.
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First-Language Background
Interest in Foreign Cultures
Work Abroad
English Teaching Plan
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First-Language Background
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Teaching English in Spain - Alumni Report by Julia E. - TEFL Blog
Fri, 01 Jun 2018 Julia Erbacher
Alumni Experiences
Teaching English in Spain - Alumni Report by Julia E.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF!
What is your nationality?
I am American.
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What is your nationality?
What city and state are you from?
How old are you?
What is your education level and background?
Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been?
Where did you study?
What made you interested in going to teach English abroad?
What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad?
Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT?
Which TEFL certification course did you take?
How did you like the course?
How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position?
Which city and country did you decide to teach English in and why?
How long... [Read more]
How to Learn English Outside of the Classroom - TEFL Blog
Mon, 09 Jan 2023 Tho Nguyen
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
How to Learn English Outside of the Classroom
Learning English outside of the classroom can be a great way to practice and improve your language skills, especially if you don't have access to traditional language schools or classes. Whether you are a visual learner who benefits from colorful illustrations and pictures, an auditory learner who thrives on listening to spoken English, or someone who prefers the support and encouragement of friends, there are many different ways to learn and practice English at home.
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IN CLASS VS AT HOME
KNOW YOUR LEARNING STYLE
DON'T UNDERATE A FRIEND
ENVIRONMENT MATTERS
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT
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TEFL USA - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Esl Teachers Wanted For Summer Camps In The Usa
ESL Teachers Wanted for Summer Camps in the USA
Date posted:2022-06-24 | Writer: Your English School USA | Email: [email protected]
YES USA seeks enthusiastic, energetic, and easy-going ESL professionals to teach English to international teenagers as well as to lead, counsel, and supervise them during off-site excursions and on-site activities.We run fun and exciting ESL Summer Camps for international teenagers who come here to improve their English, take part in our intense excursion program, get exposure to American culture, and make new friends. Details of PositionESL teacher and activity leader for Summer CampLocation: St. Johns University (Queens Campus).Dates:July 22 - August 11, 2022 (three-week contracts)July 15 - August 15, 2022 (four-week contracts)Main Responsibilities:Teaching... [Read more]
Relevance of Slang and Idioms in the Classroom - TEFL Blog
Tue, 18 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Relevance of Slang and Idioms in the Classroom
With a flash of exasperation my Colombian friend, José, inquired, "Why do you always say it like that?" I paused unsure to what he was referring. José continued, "We're the same age and you've lived here for months but you still greet me like I'm a long-lost grandfather." As I prepare to teach English abroad, this interaction forced me to confront the question of slang and idioms (SI) in the classroom. Is it appropriate to teach slang and idioms to learners of English as a foreign language (LEFL)?
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Reasons to Teach SI
Definition of Slang
Slang in Everyday Life
Problem Faced by Teachers
How to Teach Slang
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5 Important Areas of Life Where Grammar is Vital - TEFL Blog
Thu, 16 May 2019 Jon ITTT
Alumni Experiences
5 Important Areas of Life Where Grammar is Vital
Grammar can be defined as the study of the classes of words, their inflections and their functions and relations in the sentence (see Merriam Webster) or grammar is a linguistic tool that determines the rules for presenting sentences correctly. It involves a number of related sub-fields including syntax, phonetics, morphology, and semantics. That is to say, grammar is the system of the language and is the rules that make it possible for us to talk about language. Grammar names the types of words and word groups which could make up sentences not only in English but in any other language. As human beings, we can all do with grammar, even as children. But it is not everybody who is able to... [Read more]
You're Never Too Old to Change Your Life and Do a TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Sun, 20 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information
You're Never Too Old to Change Your Life and Do a TEFL Course
Some people may feel that doing a TEFL course is something for young people who want to travel and experience what the world has to offer. Whilst that is certainly the case, why should it only apply to younger people?
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Plan the Steps
Your Current Job
Your Home
Your Family and Friends
What Documents to Take
What Luggage to Take
Looking for Work
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Are you ready for your adventure abroad?
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Why I'm a Better English Teacher than my British Boyfriend - TEFL Blog
Wed, 23 Sep 2020 Anastasiia Ovchinnikova
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Why I'm a Better English Teacher than my British Boyfriend
Back in the days when I was living in China with my British boyfriend, who was born and raised in Oxford, we would always make our friends smile talking about our careers. We always felt it was a bit ironic that out of the two of us, it was me who ended up as an English language teacher. I started to wonder whether he would have been a better English teacher than me, had he decided to work at one of the international schools in China.
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1. NNET Personal Experience Is Better Than Any Certificate
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How Teaching English Abroad Enhances Your Career Prospects - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
How Teaching English Abroad Enhances Your Career Prospects
Hello everyone, how are you doing? Linda from ITTT, back again with another live session. I’m super excited to be here today to talk about this exciting topic, teaching English abroad and how it enhances your career prospects.
I'm just going to wait for a couple more people to join, you know how it usually works. Once we are a good sized group of people we can start diving into this topic. If you can hear me and if you can see me please leave a comment. We are live on Facebook and on YouTube at the same time, so wherever you're watching from just leave a quick hi or hello in the comment section and also let me know where you are watching from. I am in South Korea about an hour and a half south of Seoul in a city called... [Read more]
How Teaching English Abroad Enhances Your Career Prospects - TEFL Blog
Mon, 14 Jun 2021 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
How Teaching English Abroad Enhances Your Career Prospects
Hello everyone, how are you doing? Linda from ITTT, back again with another live session. I'm super excited to be here today to talk about this exciting topic, teaching English abroad and how it enhances your career prospects.
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Watch the live session here
Self Introduction
Will teaching English abroad hurt my career?
Benefit #1: You will gain international work experience.
Benefit #2: Teaching English abroad will make you stand out.
Benefit #3: You will learn how to adapt to new situations and to live and work with people from different cultural backgrounds.
Benefit #4: You will develop organizational and communication skills as well as the... [Read more]
You’ve finished your TEFL course - Now what? - TEFL Blog
Thu, 07 May 2020 Andrew Lynch
TEFL Information
You’ve finished your TEFL course - Now what?
One of the biggest challenges facing any teacher wanting to work abroad is ensuring they become TEFL certified. Securing the qualification will open up the door for a wealth of fresh opportunities around the world, finally giving you the chance to live out your teaching dreams in a new country or continent.
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Plan your move to another country
Think about where you'd like to teach
What do you want to achieve?
Starting searching for a teaching job abroad
Prepare for interviews
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TEFL Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Online English Teachers Needed
Online English Teachers Needed
Date posted:2020-11-02 | Writer: Talk915tutor | Email: [email protected]
Use your TEFL skills to teach English online. We accept all nationalities and welcome all teachers to apply. We are one of biggest online teaching platforms in China. We demand big amount of teaching hours. We teach students in China from all ages and differing abilities. Due to the time difference the hours it is possible for you to work any time in between 2am to 4pm of the UK time. You can manage your own working timetable online.You will get paid for every 25 mins class you teach. Your timetable is flexible and you will be working in a self-employed capacity. The hourly rate is 9 US dollar per 50 minutes 1v1 lesson. Minimum of 40 hours a month. There is group class and incentive... [Read more]
Why is it Important to Learn English Nowadays - TEFL Blog
Tue, 14 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Why is it Important to Learn English Nowadays
Now we're living in an unstable time. All the world facing a lot of problems, such as the problems of war and peace, ecology, economy, international cooperation. And all of them can't be solved without speaking the same language.
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Globalization
Business
Traveling
Technology
Education
Career
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Globalization
The English language is now the first language of about 350 million people, the native language of 12 nations and the official... [Read more]
First Step in Teaching: Reasons to take a TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Mon, 23 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
First Step in Teaching: Reasons to take a TEFL Course
I would rather start by sharing my experience with the combination of teaching and living in several different countries to clarify why I have chosen this topic:
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My Story
Special Education
Getting Ready
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My Story
In the past, when I was younger, I did not have any interest and was not enthusiastic about learning English, and I remember that I always used to escape from foreign language classes. Once I turned to 16 and 17, during... [Read more]
English in Global World - TEFL Blog
Tue, 18 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
English in Global World
English has been a universal language for many years. More than 700 million people around the world speak it. Today we can say that sooner or later, all of humanity will use it as a second language in their countries and sometime later as its own.
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English in Non-Native Speaking Countries
Matter of Communication
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English in Non-Native Speaking Countries
Many countries like China, Russia, Ukraine, Thailand, and many others have recently accepted the... [Read more]
How much can I earn teaching English in Oman? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How much can I earn teaching English in Oman?
Although countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar often hog the limelight when it comes to teaching English in the Middle East, Oman is another that you should certainly consider. With thousands of kilometers of pristine coastline, a wide expanse of desert and mountain ranges to explore, and a more laid-back atmosphere than many of its neighbors, there is much to recommend about Oman. The people are warm and friendly and there are plenty of well paid jobs waiting to be filled.
What are TEFL salaries in Oman?
If you are a fully qualified teacher working in a local school you can expect to earn around $2,000 to $3,000 USD per month, tax-free. TEFL qualified teachers generally start on around $1,000 to $2,000 per month depending on the... [Read more]
Tips for Getting Involved in the EFL Community Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Amanda Stern
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Tips for Getting Involved in the EFL Community Abroad
Are you planning on teaching abroad, but worrying about how you can get involved in the community and leave a memorable impression on the locals? Language barriers may make this seem like a harrowing task, but fear not, the following is a list of a few jumping-off points for those planning to take the plunge into their new community.
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International Events
Sports Teams
Culture Classes
Holiday Festivals
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International Events
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Main Reasons to Take a TEFL Course Right Now - TEFL Blog
Tue, 25 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Main Reasons to Take a TEFL Course Right Now
Teaching is not generally a lucrative profession, because in Africa we have strange financial priorities. But there are so many countries out there that make teaching quite a better living particularly teaching the English language as a foreign language. I don't think and neither do I believe that one can just wake up and call himself or herself into a particular field without training. Fully ingrained should one be, call himself or herself an English language teacher and this can not be achieved without education.
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English demand
Development options
Travel opportunities
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Teaching English in China - the Salary and Budget Guide - TEFL Blog
Mon, 23 Jul 2018 Federico Riva
Budget and Salary Destinations
Teaching English in China - the Salary and Budget Guide
This guide will help you answer the question: How much can I earn (and save) teaching English in China? You'll also find information on the local cost of living in order to figure out how much to budget for when making the move to China.
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The Typical Salary for English Teachers in China
Other benefits to Expect When Teaching English in China
How to Earn Extra Cash While Teaching English in China
The Cost of Living in China
Cost of Living in China: Food
Cost of Living in China: Leisure Activities
Cost of Living in China: Transportation
Cost of Living in China: Travel in China and Beyond
Sample Monthly Teacher Budget
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5 Reasons Why I Went to Teach English in China - TEFL Blog
Fri, 31 Jul 2020 Ulysses Brown
Destinations
5 Reasons Why I Went to Teach English in China
China is a popular market for teaching English as a foreign language. That's why I also took the leap and moved to China to teach. Here are 5 of the main reasons why I went to teach English in China.
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1. High market value language
2. Itchy feet
3. Work Experience
4. Heartbreak
5. A newfound vocational passion
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1. High market value language
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How much can I earn teaching English in Malaysia? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How much can I earn teaching English in Malaysia?
Situated just north of the Equator, Malaysia is a tropical destination that has plenty to offer TEFL qualified teachers. The country’s rapid development, diverse culture, and great food are all major attractions. The government is also keen to recruit more English teachers in the coming years, ensuring plenty of opportunities for international teachers. As there are a large number of local English language teachers, competition for jobs is relatively strong, but they are available for those who want them.
What are TEFL salaries in Malaysia?
Salaries in Malaysia are not in the same league as some other Asian countries such as China, Japan, or South Korea, with an average wage being around $1, 000 USD per month. However, the cost of living... [Read more]
10 Questions You Need to Ask Before Enrolling In a TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Thu, 01 Mar 2018 Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information
10 Questions You Need to Ask Before Enrolling In a TEFL Course
With an increasing demand for qualified English language teachers across the globe comes a wide variety of TEFL and TESOL courses to choose from. However, not every course on the market will lead to a job abroad. Here are the 10 questions you need to ask a TEFL/TESOL provider before enrolling in a TEFL course.
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1. Are the TEFL courses accredited and do they meet international standards?
2. What services are included in the course price?
3. Who teaches your TEFL in-class courses?
4. Can I get a job and a work visa as a US citizen to teach English in Italy? Where can I earn the highest salaries? Do I need a degree to teach in China?
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How Teaching English Abroad Enhances Your Career Prospects - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
How Teaching English Abroad Enhances Your Career Prospects
05/27/2021
hello everyone hello tefl friends how are you doing
linda here from itt back again with another live session super excited to be here today
to talk about this this exciting topic um teaching english abroad and how it
enhances your career prospects so i'm just gonna wait uh for a couple of
people to join you know how it usually works and um yeah once we're our a good sized
group of people we can start diving into this topic and if you can hear me if you can see me
please just leave a comment we are live on facebook and on youtube at the same time so
wherever you're watching from just leave a quick hi or hello into the comment section and also let me know where you are
watching from i am in south korea about an hour and... [Read more]
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Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL
Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home.
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