How To Write A Smart Goal For Teachers

Crafting a compelling TEFL cover letter is essential when applying for English teaching jobs. This letter complements your CV/resume and serves as an opportunity to highlight your passion for teaching and your suitability for the role. Essential elements of a TEFL cover letter include: Remember, your TEFL cover letter is an essential tool in conveying your commitment and expertise in the field. Make it unique to the position on offer Focus on your personal qualities and not just qualifications Keep it brief, neat, and professional Be yourself and include all the necessary contact details How to layout your cover letter Although it might be quicker and easier to use the same cover letter for every job you apply for, tailoring each letter to each specific job will generally reap better...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Lesson planning is a significant element of everyday life as a teacher in English as a foreign language. A lesson plan acts as a step-by-step guide providing the structure for your lesson. However, too much planning can make lessons rather rigid and stop the teacher being flexible to the needs of the students. Listen to this blog post: Why should you plan your lesson? The following should be included in a lesson plan: Keep to your plan but stay flexible Watch the ITTT lesson plan video guide Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our ITTT graduate Mariska F. Before planning a lesson, it is essential to classify the learning...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Henry Wadsworth Longfellow once said "Music is the universal language of mankind" and it is still widely accepted today. Any language uses words to create sentences that convey messages with different tones and emotions as well as music does. Thus, bringing music to an English classroom is one good way to inspire the learners. There are tons of techniques or ideas involving music and songs that can be applied to any part of a lesson plan. It is available today in the form of online resources to use as a guideline for teachers. However, there are some arguments about how this strategy can be time-consuming and taking away the interest out of a focus lesson. In this case, the advantages outweigh the worries. Here are some astonishing benefits to convince...  [Read more]

Dorian Martin TEFL Information Teaching Ideas To become a successful virtual English teacher after completing your TEFL course of choice is a matter of presenting your skillset as viable for teaching online. Outline your Qualifications, Competencies and Prior Experiences Properly Do Background Research on the Platform you might Teach On Formatting your CV Properly will make it Stand Out Demonstrate That You're Up-To-Date on Current Trends Attach a Supplemental Cover/Motivational Letter about Yourself Use Keywords Related to Virtual English Teaching Gather Testimonials, Reviews or Recommendations from Past Experiences List of the Technology you have Available for Virtual Teaching The Advantages of Optimizing your CV as a Virtual English Teacher in 2023 Summary Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Lydia Pincott Destinations Alumni Experiences For being a fairly small country, Japan sure packs a punch for the endless amount of things to see, do, and eat! As teachers though, we aren't living that high roller, bullet train life, yet we usually have enough days off for a decent holiday. So how do you get out and see Japan, while still having a few yennies left over for fried chicken at Family Mart? Use the Seishun 18 Kippu Transport Pass (and region-specific passes) Make Use of Tourist Information Centers Stay at hostels with kitchens - but be sure to check the facilities! Be loyal - to bus service, booking website, etc. Choose the lowest cost option on Google Maps for getting around. Are you ready to teach English in Japan? Related Articles: Often with transport passes in Japan,...  [Read more]

Minh Huy Hoang Visa and Legal Destinations TEFL Information Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) in Vietnam can be a rewarding experience, but it's essential to be well-prepared and understand the local context. Here are three tips to help you become a TESOL teacher in Vietnam: 1. Earn a TESOL/TEFL Certification 2. Understand Vietnamese Culture and Language 3. Network and Research Job Opportunities Ready to teach English in Vietnam? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Many language schools and employers in Vietnam prefer or require teachers to have a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. These certifications provide you with the necessary skills...  [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. 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 opinions of ITTT....  [Read more]

  Ready to break free from the traditional classroom and earn more as a TEFL teacher? Join our upcoming live session and learn how to become a successful freelance TEFL teacher! Gain flexibility, diverse teaching opportunities, and higher earning potential. Tune in and take the first step towards your dream teaching career! #FreelanceTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline #WorkFromAnywhere #TEFLCareer Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

A TEFL teacher differs from a foreign language teacher in several key ways: To become a TEFL teacher, you will need the following qualifications: A Bachelor's degree: While not always a strict requirement, many employers prefer candidates with a Bachelor's degree in any field. TEFL/TESOL certification: Most employers require a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate. These programs provide the necessary training in language teaching methods, classroom management, and lesson planning. Proficiency in English: You must be a native English speaker or demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English, often through exams like IELTS or TOEFL. Teaching experience: While not always mandatory, having prior teaching...  [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]

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]

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. 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 prepared for the weather or...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences As a non-native English speaker, I was very scared of teaching English or even thinking about teaching English at the beginning of my teaching career. But some months later I realized that I have a huge advantage compared to the native speakers: I still remember the difficulties of learning English and I know what might cause problems to my students. Advantages of Non-native Teachers How I Design My Lessons Are you ready to teach English all over the world? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gabriella S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. So I can always emphasize and slow down when it is needed without being impatient....  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Hello everybody, it's Liza here. We are just about to start today's live session that is devoted to ideas on how to improve English skills. While I'm waiting for more people to join me let me just tell you about these live sessions. So we are doing them weekly and right now there are a lot of videos to check out on our YouTube channel and our Facebook group. If you missed any of these live streams you can go to our social networks and see any of them there. Watch the live session here Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Welcome to the new session and if you haven't heard already my name is Liza and I'm a non-native English...  [Read more]

As a TEFL teacher, it is crucial to understand that each student comes to the classroom with unique goals and aspirations. Some students may be studying English for academic purposes, while others may be learning for career advancement or simply for personal enrichment. By taking the time to get to know your students individually and their reasons for learning English, you can tailor your teaching approach to better support their goals. Encouraging students to share their aspirations with you can also help them stay motivated and engaged in their language learning journey. Once you have a clear understanding of your students' goals and aspirations, you can incorporate them into your lesson planning. This may involve selecting topics and activities that are relevant to their interests or...  [Read more]

  Hello everybody, it's Liza here. We are just about to start today's live session that is devoted to ideas on how to improve English skills. While I'm waiting for more people to join me let me just tell you about these live sessions. So we are doing them weekly and right now there are a lot of videos to check out on our YouTube channel and our Facebook group. If you missed any of these live streams you can go to our social networks and see any of them there. Welcome to the new session and if you haven't heard already my name is Liza and I'm a non-native English teacher from Russia. I can see that there are some people from the Philippines here. Aaron, am I pronouncing your name correctly? Welcome from the philippixnes. Let me know where you are all tuning in from because at this...  [Read more]

  Many non-native English teachers feel unaware of their possibilities to get a job. But does the origin really influence your employment possibilities? Come to this live stream to conquer this common stigma. Our non-native speaking TEFL expert Liza will share her experience and give you several vital tips. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline 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]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The TESOL/TEFL course from ITTT has taught me many things that will elevate my teaching. The best things that I learned from this course can be summarized in three statements. First, it is very important to be flexible in all aspects of your teaching. Second, it is crucial to be confident and adapt your teaching as each class progresses. Third, it is vital to develop a rapport and relationship with your students. While there are many different areas of my teaching that were improved by this course, I believe that these three things are the best and most important. Flexibility Confidence Rapport Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Stephanie B. Please note...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teachers are no different from anyone else when it comes to feeling nervous about embarking on a new venture. Whether it's an inexperienced teacher walking into his/her first classroom, an experienced teacher to teach English to foreign students in a foreign country, or a person walking onto a stage to address an audience of his/her peers for the first time; they are out of their comfort zone, moving into a place that they've never been to before, not knowing what to expect or exactly what will happen. There is a churning feeling in the pit of their stomachs and an almost overwhelming fear of failure. The most seasoned of professionals will tell you that this nervousness never goes away completely, it just diminishes over time. Ways to reduce fear...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Generally, anything planned well in advance comes out much better and well organized as compared to something that is just done anyhow in any manner without any planning. As a teacher, it is important to know what you want to teach, why you want to teach and most importantly how you intend to teach. All these questions can only be answered when Lesson planning is done. Teaching Goal Students' Age Lesson Stages Learners' Level Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lucia F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. In trying to answer the questions raised above it is clear that the teacher will know...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas After spending five years in China as an ESL teacher, corporate trainer and university lecturer I would like to share a few of the most common problems for Chinese learners and ways for teachers to overcome them. I will focus on problems regarding cultural differences, pronunciation and first language interference. Social challenges Pronunciation First language influence Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Michal W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Despite China's opening to the outside world in recent decades, it is still a very closed society with only anecdotal knowledge of Western culture (by...  [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]

  In this live event, we will discuss several ways to build your personal brand as a non-native ESL teacher over social media and teaching platforms. If you're interested in online teaching and willing to increase your chances of getting more clients, don't miss this session! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Federico Riva Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Hello everybody, my name is Liza and I am super glad to welcome you to my weekly live session. Please let me know that you can see me clearly and hear me clearly. Today's live session is going to be devoted to a really popular question in my direct messages. I've received several requests to talk about teaching career advice and I hope everybody will find something interesting in this live stream. Watch the live session here Unfortunately, I'm not sure how to pronounce your name, but the question is, have you experienced talent-based learning? Moses says, I don't have any teaching experience but I have a bachelors in English literature and a masters in another field. I am currently planning for an English teaching...  [Read more]

  Many non-native English teachers feel unaware of their possibilities to get a job. But does the origin really influence your employment possibilities? Come to this live stream to conquer this common stigma. Our non-native speaking TEFL expert Liza will share her experience and give you several vital tips. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas When approaching a new language, one must understand that this will be a challenging journey. Not an impossible one, but a learning process that, sooner or later, will require a great deal of motivation, passion, and commitment. As educators, I think that our first duty is not only to really outline this journey for our students, but also to bring to life their inner motivation. Teacher Role in The Learning Process Students Psychology 1. See Their Troubles 2. State Global Opportunities 3. Show The Beauty of Language Do you want to motivate people to learn English all over the world? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Flavia-Ioana S. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

1. Why Choose ITTT for TEFL and TESOL Training 2. Comprehensive Curriculum and Accreditation 3. Flexible Study Options 4. Job Support and Placement Assistance If you are considering a career in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) or teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), choosing the right training provider is crucial. With the increasing demand for qualified English language teachers worldwide, a reputable certification can open up numerous opportunities for you. This is where International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) comes in. ITTT offers a wide range of TEFL and TESOL courses designed to cater to the diverse needs of aspiring teachers. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced educator looking to enhance your skills, ITTT has a course for you....  [Read more]

An internet search for free TEFL courses will yield numerous results, including several free options and many seemingly budget-friendly ones. While these may appear attractive at first glance, it is crucial to evaluate them carefully before signing up. Does the course come with certification? Does the course have enough study hours? Does the course result in a recognized qualification? You get what you pay for A checklist of TEFL course features Free or unusually cheap TEFL courses often don't provide any certification. After completion, they may offer you various certification options for an additional cost, such as a digital certificate or a physical one mailed to you. With a reputable, globally recognized TEFL course like those provided by ITTT, all certification costs are included in...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Planning a lesson is an essential task of the teaching profession. Knowing how and when to plan a lesson can be beneficial for both teacher and students. There are various theories on this topic. The three main approaches are fully planned lesson, freestyle improvisation, and somewhere between these two extremes. As described by Jim Scrivener, planning is essentially a thinking skill. The teacher anticipates situations or problems and tries to come up with a structuring framework. This increases his/her options throughout the course. 1. Choose a Method 2. Consider The Type of Audience 3. Approach to Writing Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ahmad A....  [Read more]

Hadassah Roberts Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas As an English teacher, you may find yourself accepting the call to teach in a remote village or town in any part of the world where the inhabitants are more or less secluded from urban society. Often you may also find that the house you move into is a dry cabin. What is a Dry cabin? How to stay hydrated? How to take baths and showers? How to wash dishes? How to wash clothing? What type of toilets to expect? Conclusion Over to You Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! A dry cabin is when a house has no well or septic and yet is deemed livable—my experience in a dry cabin. I used to live in a dry cabin because, in Alaska, there are many dry cabins. My house was clean, neat, and cozy,...  [Read more]