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TEFL & TESOL Courses FAQ If you are just starting out on your TEFL journey you are sure to have many questions about the world of teaching English as a foreign language. Here we concentrate on everything related to our courses and getting TEFL certified, whether it is advice on which course would suit you best or information on how the course actually works, you should hopefully find the answers with the help of our FAQs. So, dive in and get your teaching adventure underway with ITTT. How long does a TEFL course take?    We offer a range of TEFL courses to suit different requirements and most do not have a set timetable. The exception is our in-class TEFL course that runs for a set four-week period. All our online courses can be completed at any pace up to a maximum...  [Read more]

TEFL & TESOL Salary FAQ Although for many people money is not the main driving force behind teaching English abroad, it is still an important part of the TEFL journey as your salary will often dictate what you can afford to do during your adventures and how much you can potentially save at the end of the month. In our FAQs below we look at the average salaries in all the most popular teaching destinations, as well as any typical perks and bonuses you can expect in different locations. How much can I earn teaching English abroad?    Regions such as the Middle East and Asia offer the potential to earn salaries as high as $5,000 USD per month. Other areas such as Europe and Latin America have less in the way of high paying jobs but are still popular due to the culture...  [Read more]

Teaching English Online FAQ Teaching English online is becoming more popular every year due to the convenience of working from home and the flexibility you often have with setting your own work hours. However, it can sometimes be hard to navigate your way towards the right job as there are so many online platforms and there are new ones popping up all the time. A quick browse through our FAQs below should help answer your questions about teaching English online and steer you towards the right path to suit your preferences. Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach English online?    Although it is possible to teach English online without any formal qualifications, it is definitely recommended that you complete a TEFL course before you get started as many online teaching...  [Read more]

TEFL & TESOL Visa & Documents FAQ Once you have completed your TEFL certification and started looking for potential English language teaching jobs, you will need to consider what visas and work permits you might require in order to start working in your favored location. In some countries it is very straightforward, while others might require you to jump through the odd hoop or two. Take a look at our FAQs below that cover the visa and document situation in some of the most popular overseas teaching destinations. Can I get a work visa to teach English in Germany?    While there are numerous opportunities for language teachers in towns and cities across Germany, it is not always easy for non-Europeans to secure a visa that allows them to stay long-term. However,...  [Read more]

TEFL & TESOL Jobs FAQ If you are nearing the end of your TEFL certification course or you are already certified but have yet to start teaching, you will probably have a number of questions regarding English language teaching jobs. In our FAQs below we tackle a wide range of questions, from which countries offer the best options to how to go about landing a position in your country of choice. You will also find answers about job interviews, how to prepare your documentation, and a whole host of other job related info. What questions should I ask a TEFL employer?    To decide whether a job is right for you it is essential to get as much information as possible during the interview. You should be clear on areas such as salary, working hours, class size, student's age,...  [Read more]

TEFL & TESOL Jobs Assistance FAQ One very popular option when looking for a job teaching English abroad is to join a national recruitment scheme that places teachers into local schools. Several countries around the world have well-established programs that actively recruit teachers before they leave their home country. Another major benefit of this route into teaching is that your visas and work permits will be organized for you and accommodation and flights are often included. Check out our FAQs covering the various options below. What is the TAPIF Program for teaching English in France?    One of the most popular and convenient ways to secure a job teaching English abroad is to apply for a government recruitment program that places teachers into public schools. The...  [Read more]

ITTT - International TEFL and TESOL Training ITTT has been at the forefront of providing high-quality teacher training programs since the 1990s. In that time we have produced thousands of graduates every year who are pursuing teaching careers in all corners of the world, as well as online. We started out as one of the pioneers in in-class TEFL and TESOL training in many different locations around the world and have steadily evolved our range of teaching courses, branching out into online, in-class, and combined training courses. As a market leader in the TEFL industry, we are continuously striving to improve our products and services to ensure that we maintain our position as one of the largest and most highly regarded providers of TEFL training worldwide. TEFL Course Accreditation All...  [Read more]

Colleges International TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Colleges International 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 A.S. - U.S.A. said: Problems for Saudi Arabian Learners of EnglishRight to left? Top to bottom? New symbols? Word order? A learner of English has many hurdles to get past besides cultural differences. One of the nationalities that encounter a number of immediate obstacles is Saudi Arabian. First, I will address cultural issues in the classroom, then specific problems in language learning. Cultural differences pose a problem until a ?command of control? is...  [Read more]

Companies TEFL International Check out tefl tesol about Companies TEFL International 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 B. H. - Italy said: English as a global languageOnce upon a time a person would come into contact with a foreign language only if a member of the upper class or when going to glamorous international holiday resorts. The foreign language spoken would vary on the region: in central and eastern Europe it would have been German, in southern Europe French and in northern Europe English. Today, it has become more common to meet somebody who speaks to some measure a...  [Read more]

Agency TEFL International Check out tefl tesol about Agency TEFL International 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.T. - U.S.A. said: Teaching monolingual vs multi-lingual groupsWhen teaching English to non-native speakers, class types fall into two main classifications. They are monolingual and multilingual groups. Both provide advantages and disadvantages to the teacher. There are many arguments that defend the strategies on the techniques of teaching both groups. The greatest of these arguments revolves around whether an L1 language should or should not be used with in the...  [Read more]

Best International TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Best International 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 A.G. - France said: Motivation in the Classroom Motivation is known as the force that drives humans to achieve goals. People are motivated to do things by different means. It can be either intrinsic or extrinsic. Usually motivation is extrinsic in children, meaning that an external factor has to be the reason to achieve a certain goal. Some children will show intrinsic motivation in things that are of interest to them. This works the same with adults, however, adults...  [Read more]

Nanjing International School Date posted:2024-03-23 | Writer: Nanjing International School | Email: [email protected] Nanjing International School (NIS) is a leading non-profit international IB World school. Founded in 1992, NIS is the oldest international school in Nanjing and the first IB Continuum School in China. We are proud to be fully accredited by CIS, WASC, and the IB. We offer an innovative International Baccalaureate Pre-K to 12 curriculum that puts students at the centre of their learning. We are the only independent, non-profit international school in the city, with over 600 students from over 35 nationalities - making us the largest and most diverse in Nanjing. Contract Days  195 Starting Salary  US$53,500 - $62,500 (this is paid in Chinese currency) -...  [Read more]

International School Educators Date posted:2024-03-20 | Writer: Thailand Teacher | Email: [email protected] International School Seeks English Teachers in ThailandExpected Salary 60,000 Baht/month Our client school is a large IB World School which caters for both Thai and international students and is located in Bangkok. Currently seeking Early Years and Primary teachers to join the school. Duties include;Early Years and Elementary teachers teach all core subjects including Language/Literacy, Math and Social Studies with specialists for Thai, Art and PE. Requirements;BEd, PGCE, GDipEd, or equivalent from an accredited universityBachelor’s degree TEFL/TESOL preferredQualified teacher in your home countryNative English speaker How to apply; To apply, please contact the email...  [Read more]

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The International Power of English Today, the big planet earth has become a small global village and the sovereign barriers seem to have disappeared. Technological innovations have left no stone unturned in converting the dreams into reality, where people from any part of the universe can come on a common platform to interact and chat with each other. But, no communication of this magnitude is possible without a common medium of conversation. Therefore, as global communication expands, so does the need for a common Global Language. The term "Global Language" can be better described as a language, which is spoken internationally and is the prime medium of instructions universally. Table of Contents Why Has English Become...  [Read more]

Video Infographics Your experience of teaching English abroad depends on the location you want to teach in. Our infographics will not only prepare you for the new country you will be living in, but also provide useful information on the global ESL market itself (best destinations, salary, benefits, etc.), as well as interesting resources you can use in the classroom regardless of where you are teaching. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Video Infographics See sample practice teaching sessions which form part of the assessment for our Online Teaching Practice (OTP) course. These videos show extracts from various stages of the trainees course as they learn to put into practice the theories discussed in the course material. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Video Glossary In the video collection below, you will find a summary of the most important acronyms and abbreviations in the ESL teaching sector. Make a great first impression at your new ESL job by familiarizing yourself with these terms. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

TEFL TESOL course: International Accreditation!   All ITTT online TEFL certification courses are accredited by leading institutions in the world of English language teaching, including the Paris University of International Education (PUIE). The PUIE is a higher education institute that is recognized by the Paris Academy as a degree-granting organization. In fact, our certificates are the only purely online TEFL certificates out there that are validated, accredited and credit bearing from an internationally-recognized university. Through the PUIE our online TEFL courses have been evaluated and have successfully met all the criteria necessary to be accredited by this prominent and highly respected institute. If you choose to attend an in-class TEFL course at one of our many...  [Read more]

International School Daoxiang Lake Date posted:2024-03-07 | Writer: Tsinghua International School | Email: [email protected] Job Summary Vacancies for international teachers: Primary ESL Teacher Primary Homeroom Teacher Requirements Bachelor’s degree TEFL/TESOL certificate preferred Love being a teacher and wishing to work in the educational sector for a long time; Language requirement for International Candidates: Native English speaker with excellent verbal and written communication skills; At least 3 years of relevant subject teaching experience, with a teaching licence. Teaching experience in AP, A-Level or other international curricula is a plus; Good classroom management skills, and homeroom teacher work experience preferred Competent in the use of Office and other...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences International Popularity of the English Language What awaits us in the future? What will society look like in the future? What will it look like in 10 years? What will it look like in 100 years? Can you imagine a world without English? Table of Contents English has become a global language Why is English so popular? In the modern world, English has become even more popular for several reasons Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Oksana F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. English has become a global language This is an obvious fact. Its influence has grown exponentially in...  [Read more]

TEFL Reviews See and hear our graduates describe their own personal experiences of taking a TEFL course with ITTT. If you have any concerns about your ability to complete the course, or if you are unsure whether you should travel around the world to study for your certificate, then listen to these graduates who give their honest opinions on these concerns and much more. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

In-class TEFL Course Assessment In-class TEFL Course Assessment Trainees attending our classroom based TEFL courses are assessed and evaluated in a number of different ways. Trainees are assessed and evaluated in the following areas with percentages given as per the weighting of each area: TEFL Course Locations Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

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TEFL Pronunciation In these videos our grammar expert Linda demonstrates how to correctly pronounce a wide variety of common and not so common words that you might encounter in an English language classroom. Come back regularly as our Ask Linda series is frequently updated. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

TEFL Grammar On this page you will find a selection of English grammar related videos taken from our Ask Linda series. Each video features our grammar expert Linda explaining a common grammar issue that can often cause confusion among students and teachers. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

International School Positions Available in Turkey Date posted:2021-09-30 | Writer: On the Mark Education | Email: [email protected] On the Mark Education is looking for native English language teachers to join our team and teach at our international school in Eskişehir, Turkey. Kindergarten students have an independent dining hall. Students are fed three meals a day, including breakfast, lunch and afternoon breakfast, accompanied by instructors. The daily menus that will meet the nutritional needs of the students are determined by the food engineers working in the cafeterias. Hygiene inspection of cafeterias and food is done continuously. Teachers guide students through both controlled practice and authentic conversation activities. All lesson materials are already in place; so...  [Read more]

Hiring Teachers for Canadian International School Date posted:2024-04-04 | Writer: Canadian International School of Thailand | Email: [email protected] Canadian International School of Thailand (IB World School- PYP/MYP) PreK3 - Grade 12 is seeking motivated and enthusiastic qualified teachers for the 2024-2025 Academic Year. Do you have a teaching qualification? (BEd, PGCE, GDipEd, or equivalent from an accredited university) Are you a qualified teacher in your home country? Are you a native English speaker? The following full-time teaching positions are available: - Early Years Teachers (3-5 year old) - Primary Teachers (Kindergarten - Grade 5) - Music/Drama (Primary/Secondary) - Social Studies (Grade 6 -12) Additional Qualifications/Experience/Skills • Must have at least...  [Read more]

International School - August start Date posted:2024-03-29 | Writer: Panyaden International School | Email: [email protected] 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰-𝟮𝟱. Panyaden International School is an exceptional learning environment where students are encouraged to be lifelong learners and critical thinkers through internationally recognised education programmes like the British Curriculum and IB Diploma Programme. We strive to nurture the whole person and help them develop into confident, compassionate, and responsible global...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Differences Between Public and International Schools in China As an English teacher who has experienced both education systems in China, I feel uniquely qualified to answer this question. Based on my experiences, there are several major differences between public school and international school. Table of Contents 1. Curriculum 2. Ways to teach English 3. Faculty and Professional Development 4. Class sizes 5. After school activities 6. Tuition fee Are you ready to teach English in China? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Di W. 1. Curriculum An international school provides a curriculum that is not the national curriculum of China. Instead, it may offer an international curriculum, such as...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why is English Important for an International Career? English may not be the most spoken language in the world, but it is the official language of 53 countries. It is the first language of nearly 400 million people and the second language of another 300 million people. Furthermore, 750 million people are learning English today. It is expected that half of the world's speaking population will be proficient in English by the year 2050 (Hargraves, 2003). There is no other existing language that this high volume of people tries to learn it as a foreign language. Table of Contents English for an international career Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]