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Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs - TEFL Blog
Fri, 03 Nov 2023 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs
Looking to embark on an adventure abroad while making a positive impact as an English teacher? Government-run TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs offer an incredible opportunity to do just that. These well-organized initiatives, often backed by various countries' governments, provide aspiring educators with a unique chance to teach English in foreign lands, all while gaining an unforgettable cross-cultural experience.
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1. FEI/TAPIF — France: International/USA
Applications and Eligibility
2. NET Scheme in Hong Kong
How to Qualify for the HK NET Scheme
Category One requires:
3. CETP Hungary
Application Process
4. JET Japan
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I’m Asia, originally from California, USA and currently living in Nagasaki, Japan. I’m working as an ALT [Assistant Language Teacher] through the JET program [Japanese Exchange and Teaching Programme]. I studied abroad in Japan two years ago and returned to make a career. I am also running a website to share my experiences, favorite places, and information about everything in Japan. It is a platform where I work on my crafts such as photography as well.
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Top 4 Asian Countries for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 Federico Riva
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Top 4 Asian Countries for Teaching English Abroad
Mainland China and Taiwan form a very large part of the Asian ESL market. There are obviously many similarities but also many differences. In this blog we will look at some of the major differences in job requirement in these two regions.
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China
Taiwan
Japan
South Korea
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China
It is said that there were around 100,000 foreign teachers working in China until recently, so that's a huge number. China is a vast country with huge demand for EFL teachers. There... [Read more]
37 Key English Teaching Terms Explained - TEFL Blog
Sat, 17 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT
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37 Key English Teaching Terms Explained
As with most professions the world of [Teaching English as a Foreign Language](37 Key English Teaching Terms Explained) has many of its own particular and sometimes peculiar terms and jargon. Getting to grips with the wide array of acronyms in the industry can sometimes feel like learning a whole new language! So if you have trouble telling the difference between your IWB and your OHP this article is a great guide to what's what in the English language teaching industry.
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Certification
Teaching Methods
Disciplines
Technology/Resources
Classroom Activities
Teaching Programs
Miscellaneous
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10 Top TEFL Destinations Right Now - TEFL Blog
Sun, 18 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT
Destinations
10 Top TEFL Destinations Right Now
A TEFL qualification allows you to teach English almost anywhere in the world, some countries are more popular than others for differing reasons. Some are popular because of the salary and benefits offered to teachers, others are popular because they offer a better quality of life and others are popular because they provide teachers with plenty of opportunities. The top most popular countries are all in Asia as the demand for English is so much higher here than elsewhere in the world.
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Experience the rapid change taking place in China
Watch baseball, eat kimchi, love Korea!
Sign up with the JET program to teach English in Japan
Make a good living in Taiwan
Teach English in the Land of Smiles... [Read more]
These are the Best Government Programs for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
These are the Best Government Programs for Teaching English Abroad
Hi my name is Linda from ITTT, international TEFL and TESOL Training and I'm back again today for another live session. If you can hear me and see me please let me know as I'm trying out a new mic today so if that is working well it would be good to know. So please leave a quick comment to say hi and where you're watching from. I have been living in South Korea for five and a half years, so for me right now it's 10:00 a.m. Friday morning. Let me know where you are tuning in from and what time it is where you are.
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So back to today's topic. The best government programs for teaching English abroad. So what does... [Read more]
These Are The Best Government Programs For Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
These are the Best Government Programs for Teaching English Abroad
Hi my name is Linda from ITTT, international TEFL and TESOL Training and I'm back again today for another live session. If you can hear me and see me please let me know as I'm trying out a new mic today so if that is working well it would be good to know. So please leave a quick comment to say hi and where you're watching from. I have been living in South Korea for five and a half years, so for me right now it's 10:00 a.m. Friday morning. Let me know where you are tuning in from and what time it is where you are.
Okay cool, hi South Africa, welcome and thanks so much for joining. I guess you can see me and you can hear me so that's really great. Let's just wait for a few more people to join and then we can get... [Read more]
The Best Government-Run Programs For Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Best Government-Run Programs For Teaching English Abroad
01/14/2021
My name is linda i'm from itt international tefl and tesol training
and um yeah i'm back again today for another live session and yeah if you can hear me if
you can see me because i'm trying out a new mic today so if that is um working well
um i need to know if you can hear me and you can see me so
please leave a quick comment um just throwing in a high and where you're watching from so that i
know that you can hear me clearly and that you can see me and that you're here and ready to go through today's
live and today's topic that would be really really great um yeah my name is linda
um working for itt and i have been living in south korea
for five and a half years so for me right now it's 10 a.m friday
morning in... [Read more]
How to apply for TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to apply for TEFL jobs?
TEFL related teaching jobs are available in almost every country worldwide and due to a huge demand for qualified teachers, jobs are all but guaranteed in some areas. To ensure you have the widest range of positions to choose from and the best chance of landing that dream job, there are several things you can do to put yourself at the head of the queue.
How do I apply for TEFL jobs online?
If you are looking for a job outside the country you are currently in, then using online searches is a common option. There are many job boards online that post available positions from countries worldwide. The majority of these jobs will be in regions where the demand for teachers is so high that employers are happy to hire teachers without the need for a face-to-face... [Read more]
Top Ten TEFL Destinations ▷ Infographic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Top Ten TEFL Destinations
China, our first place country, has the largest demand for English teachers in the world and an abundance of teaching jobs for newly qualified and experienced teachers alike. As such, salaries and benefits vary considerably, but experienced and qualified teachers can expect good pay and benefits that can include paid accommodation and airfare.
In second place, South Korea has long been a popular destination for English teachers. The salary and benefits you receive here are generally better than elsewhere in the region and newly qualified teachers can expect to earn enough to be able to save a substantial amount every month. Benefits include paid airfares, free accommodation, end of contract bonuses and medical insurance.
At number three, Japan offers very... [Read more]
How to apply for TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to apply for TEFL jobs?
TEFL related teaching jobs are available in almost every country worldwide and due to a huge demand for qualified teachers, jobs are all but guaranteed in some areas. To ensure you have the widest range of positions to choose from and the best chance of landing that dream job, there are several things you can do to put yourself at the head of the queue.
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How do I apply for TEFL jobs online?
What are the pros and cons of applying for TEFL jobs online?
What are the pros and cons of using a TEFL recruitment company?
What about national TEFL recruitment programs?
What are the pros and cons of applying for TEFL jobs locally?
Should I take a TEFL course in the country where I want to work?
Should I use more than one method of TEFL job... [Read more]
The Best Countries For Teaching English In 2021 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2021
Hello,
Welcome to another live session. My name is Linda from ITTT and you can find me on social media at @lindagoeseast. Thanks for tuning in, let me just see that everything's working. If you can see me and if you can hear me, please leave a comment as always.
I have been living in South Korea for five and a half years. I am about an hour and a half South of Seoul in a city called Cheongju. It's kind of in the center of South Korea. We are the only province that doesn't border the ocean but it's really great and it's actually snowing right now.
I’m excited to be here today as you probably already know what the topic is going to be about today the best countries for teaching English in 2021 because teaching English abroad is not... [Read more]
The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2021 - TEFL Blog
Mon, 26 Apr 2021 Linda Dunsmore
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The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2021
Welcome to another live session. My name is Linda from ITTT and you can find me on social media at @lindagoeseast. Thanks for tuning in, let me just see that everything's working. If you can see me and if you can hear me, please leave a comment as always.
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Let's get right into it: The best countries for teaching English in 2021.
The demand for English language instruction.
300 million people are learning and speaking English and China alone.
50% of teachers teaching abroad stay a second year.
Why should you go to teach in China?
Does our nationality affect our chances of working in China?
So, this is a question that we always get... [Read more]
Reasons Why Learning American English is More Common in Japan - TEFL Blog
Mon, 17 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Reasons Why Learning American English is More Common in Japan
British English (BrE) and American English (AmE) are two of the main varieties of the English language. There are other different varieties of English that exist such as Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, South Asian and African English.
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Language Structure
1. Vocabulary and Spelling
2. Grammar
Historical Prerequisits
Diplomatic Relationships
Globalization
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Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL - TEFL Blog
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL
In this blog post, we will look at 8 of the most widely held misconceptions regarding the teaching of ESL worldwide.
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Misconception #1: It's really hard to find a job
Misconception #1: You need a degree to teach English abroad.
Misconception #3: Teaching English abroad doesn't pay well
Misconception #4: You need to speak another language to teach ESL abroad
Misconception #5: You have to teach kids
Misconception #6: Teaching ESL is only a job for young people
Misconception #7: You don't need a TEFL qualification, if you're a native English speaker
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The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2021 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2021
12/17/2020
hello hello hello and welcome to another live session my name is
linda from itt and you can find me on social media at linda ghost east um
yeah thanks for tuning in let me just see that everything's working if you can see
me and if you can hear me please um leave a comment as always you
know the drill and yeah this is actually our last
um live session or my last live session we have another one on tuesday from my
colleague lisa but me it's my last live session before christmas and so um i wanted to get a little
festive this is my attempt at being festive so um yeah that's what we're working with
today um yeah if you can see me and hear me please leave a comment that would be
really really awesome yay awesome it starts yeah
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Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 26 Apr 2021 Federico Riva
Destinations TEFL Information
Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad
oday's exciting topic is the top hiring seasons for teaching English abroad. We're going to go over different countries on different continents and what their hiring seasons are, so when's the best time to go job hunting. Also there will be some tips for job hunting in those places as sometimes you need to get hired in advance when you're still in your home country and you can do online interviews, but in some countries you need to apply in person. So we're going to talk about that as well.
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The top hiring seasons for teaching English abroad
Tiana has a question. Are there any specific job websites you'd recommend... [Read more]
Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons For Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad
Hello and welcome. I'm back again this week for another live session from ITTT. Super excited to be here again, as always it is Friday 10:00 a.m. where I am in South Korea. Please let me know if you can see me and if you can hear me, use the comment section and just throw in a quick hi and where you're watching from. Let me know where you are in the world. I would be super excited to know because we always get a very international crowd here. Let me know where you are right now and what time it is there. I would appreciate it. I am in South Korea, about an hour and a half south of Seoul. It is Friday morning and the weather is kind of cloudy but it's not too bad. Yesterday was really nice, spring has finally arrived.... [Read more]
The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2023 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2023
12/09/2022
Hi, welcome Linda here. Back this week with another live session for ITTT today. We're going to talk about the best countries for teaching English abroad in 2023 next year. It's already December, it's December 9th today here in South Korea. It is 10:30 a.m. where I am.
So, the new year is approaching fast. Time flies. So, that's what we're going to talk about. Where are the best countries to teach next year? What are some predictions also for the EFL industry (English as a foreign language industry) for next year? What are some things that we see? What are some things that we can expect? And yeah, that's what we're going to talk about today.
So, thank you so much for being here. Thank you so much for joining. If you can see me,... [Read more]
Exploring the Diverse Job Opportunities for TEFL/TESOL Certified Teachers - TEFL Blog
Fri, 17 Mar 2023 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Exploring the Diverse Job Opportunities for TEFL/TESOL Certified Teachers
Here we will look at the different types of teaching jobs for TEFL and TESOL certified teachers, the different types of schools or workplaces where you can work after you have completed your TEFL or TESOL training.
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1. Private language schools
2. Government-run or Public Schools
3. Private Company Schools
4. Kindergartens
5. Universities
6. International Schools
7. Working for Company
8. Private Classes or Private Tutoring
9. Volunteer Teaching
10. Teaching English Online
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The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad
03/18/2021
hello hello hi welcome welcome i'm back again this week
for another live session for itt super excited to be here yet again um as
always uh it is friday 10 a.m where i am in south korea
and please let me know guys if you can see me if you can hear me um you know use the
comment section and just throw in a quick hi and where you're watching from
let me know where you are in the world um i would be super excited to know um
because we always get a very international crowd here and it's super exciting so please let me know where you are
right now what time it is there and um yeah just a high i would appreciate it
i am in south korea about an hour and a half south of seoul it is friday morning um
the weather it's it's kind of... [Read more]
Why You Should Take A TEFL Course Right Now Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet
Hi everybody, thanks so much for tuning in. It’s Linda here from ITTT with my morning coffee, because if you've watched me before in one of our live sessions you will know that I am in South Korea and it's currently 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning. So I'm having my morning coffee and I'm going to have a chat with you guys. If you can see me and hear me, please drop a hi or something into the comment box, I would really appreciate it.
As you may or may not know, at ITTT we go live twice every week, me on Fridays or maybe Thursdays depending on where you're watching from, and my colleague Liza she goes live every Tuesday. Actually Liza went live on Tuesday and also on Saturday last week because she had a... [Read more]
Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet - TEFL Blog
Fri, 14 May 2021 Federico Riva
TEFL Information
Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet
Hi everybody, thanks so much for tuning in. It's Linda here from ITTT with my morning coffee, because if you've watched me before in one of our live sessions you will know that I am in South Korea and it's currently 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning. So I'm having my morning coffee and I'm going to have a chat with you guys. If you can see me and hear me, please drop a hi or something into the comment box, I would really appreciate it.
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We have a question from Rebecca. Do these certifications ever expire?
Anyway, why should you take a TEFL course right now, even if you are not leaving yet?
Okay, why you should take a... [Read more]
TEFL Teaching - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
TEFL Teaching
Would you like to earn some money during your gap-year or do you want to leave your boring 9 to 5 life behind and start a whole new career? Whatever your situation, if you have a dream to teach English to non-native English speakers in your home country, overseas, or online, we will do our very best to answer as many of your questions as possible. Before we go any further, we should first establish what we actually mean by TEFL and TEFL teaching.
What is TEFL?
The world of English language teaching loves to use acronyms and one of the most common is TEFL, which stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. This phrase is largely used in British English to label any environment where English instruction is provided to a non-native English speaker. Its American English... [Read more]
How to find TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to find TEFL jobs?
As there is a strong demand for TEFL qualified teachers in many countries worldwide, most course graduates should have little trouble finding a suitable position. However, to maximise your chances of securing the best jobs there are a few things you should be aware of. Where you should look for work, how to apply for jobs, and how to prepare for that all important interview are all covered below.
Where can I teach English abroad?
Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However,... [Read more]
Overview Of TEFL And TESOL For Teaching English Abroad Or Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Overview of TEFL and TESOL for Teaching English Abroad or Online
All right, looks like we're live! Awesome! This is great. So thanks so much for tuning in today for our actually very first Facebook live and I'm super happy to be here with Jessica today from GoOverseas. We're gonna talk today about all things teaching English abroad, online, and everything in between. All things TEFL and TESOL and all that good stuff and I'm actually tuning in live from South Korea where it's 9 00 am Friday and I think Jessica is in Southern California. Right, yep it's 5 p.m here so just starting to get dark. I've actually just realized I'm probably going to need the light before the session is over so i'm going to run and do that now while Linda just explains today’s topic. No problem, cool.
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Overview of TEFL and TESOL for Teaching English Abroad or Online - TEFL Blog
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Overview of TEFL and TESOL for Teaching English Abroad or Online
All right, looks like we're live! Awesome! This is great. So thanks so much for tuning in today for our actually very first Facebook live and I'm super happy to be here with Jessica today from GoOverseas. We're gonna talk today about all things teaching English abroad, online, and everything in between. All things TEFL and TESOL and all that good stuff and I'm actually tuning in live from South Korea where it's 9 00 am Friday and I think Jessica is in Southern California. Right, yep it's 5 p.m here so just starting to get dark. I've actually just realized I'm probably going to need the light before the session is over so i'm going to run and do that now... [Read more]
What are TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
What are TEFL jobs?
Every year tens of thousands of people from all backgrounds leave behind their existing life and head overseas in search of fun, travel and adventure. They are able to do this by completing a TEFL certification course that gives them all the qualifications they need to apply for English language teaching jobs in countries all over the world. If you want to join this ever growing number of TEFL qualified teachers, there should be very little that can get in your way.
Where can I teach English abroad?
Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are... [Read more]
10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience
11/30/2022
Hello, everyone. Linda here from ITTT. Welcome to another live session this week. Thank you for joining and taking time out of your day to spend it with me. I'm very happy about that. Today, we have a very exciting topic. We are going to talk about teaching off the beaten path. 10 alternative TEFL destinations. I'm very excited always when I do live sessions about destinations. It's like a little bit of a virtual tour around the world. I really enjoy these types of live sessions. I thought we haven't had one of those in a while, so why not bring that on today. We are live on Facebook and YouTube. If you're watching this for the first time, very welcome. Welcome to join us. Maybe get a beverage, get... [Read more]
How to find TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to find TEFL jobs?
As there is a strong demand for TEFL qualified teachers in many countries worldwide, most course graduates should have little trouble finding a suitable position. However, to maximise your chances of securing the best jobs there are a few things you should be aware of. Where you should look for work, how to apply for jobs, and how to prepare for that all important interview are all covered below.
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Where can I teach English abroad?
Which is the most popular region for teaching English abroad?
Where can I earn the most money teaching English in Asia?
What other popular spots are there for teaching English in Asia?
Where are the most popular TEFL destinations in the Middle East?
What are the pros and cons of teaching English in the Middle East?
... [Read more]