Lindsey Baker

  Lindsay has been living in the United States for a while and decided to take our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL course to further her career prospects. She appreciated the tutor support she received throughout the course and found the tutors to be extremely professional. She is excited to pursue a career in teaching overseas as she loves to travel and see the world. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-02-14 | Writer: Marian Baker School | Email: [email protected] Marian Baker School (MBS) is a small international English-speaking school educating preschool through high school students.  We are located on the verdant eastern slopes of the Central Valley overlooking San Jose and have occasional opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. Our school is fully accredited by the Costa Rican Ministry of Public Education (MEP) and the Advanc-Ed Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS CASI), offering a curriculum that prepares students for colleges and universities in the United States and Costa Rica, as well as other countries.  There are fourteen different nationalities represented among teachers and students.  Staff vigorously supports...  [Read more]

Celta Vigo La Antigua - Exploring the Rich History and Culture of a Timeless City 1. Discovering the Ancient Roots of Celta Vigo 2. Unveiling the Modern Charms of the City 3. Immersing Yourself in the Local Culture and Cuisine 4. Exploring the Scenic Beauty of Celta Vigo Nestled in the heart of Galicia, Spain, Celta Vigo La Antigua is a city steeped in history and culture. From its ancient roots to its modern-day charms, this vibrant destination offers a unique blend of old-world charm and contemporary flair. Join us on a journey through time as we explore the rich tapestry of Celta Vigo's past and present. Celta Vigo La Antigua boasts a history that dates back centuries, with traces of its ancient origins still visible throughout the city. From the historic Old Town to the majestic Celta...  [Read more]

Date posted:2011-05-05 | Writer: Intercultura Costa Rica | Email: [email protected] Intercultura are currently seeking teachers for their school in Heredia who are available to start in July. One-year contracts are offerd for full-time teachers, and six-month contracts for part-time teachers. Candidates must have a minimum of a TEFL or TESOL certification, a Bachelor's Degree, and one year of experience is preferred, but not required. Benefits include competitive wages, paid trainings and opportunities for professional development, free intensive Spanish classes, cooking classes, and dance classes for full-time teachers, monthly bonuses, bank account set-up, and health insurance after six months. If you meet our requirements and are motivated and committed to teaching in...  [Read more]

Teaching English pronunciation is crucial for learners to be understood clearly and to communicate effectively in English. Pronunciation impacts how others perceive language fluency and comprehension. It also plays a vital role in enhancing listening skills, which are essential for successful communication. By focusing on pronunciation, students can improve their overall language proficiency and confidence in speaking. There are various resources available to help teachers effectively teach English pronunciation. Online platforms like the British Council, BBC Learning English, and ESL websites offer a wide range of interactive tools, videos, and audio resources. Textbooks such as "Ship or Sheep" by Ann Baker and "English Pronunciation in Use" by Mark Hancock provide structured lessons and...  [Read more]

Teaching pronunciation in a TEFL setting is crucial for effective communication. Clear pronunciation helps students be understood by others and boosts their confidence in using English. It also enhances listening skills, as students can recognize words more easily when spoken accurately. Correct pronunciation contributes to overall language fluency and aids in removing barriers to effective communication. Therefore, dedicating time and effort to teaching pronunciation is essential in a TEFL classroom. There are various strategies that TEFL teachers can employ to teach pronunciation effectively. One approach is the use of minimal pairs, where students practice distinguishing between similar sounds that may be challenging for them. Another strategy is the stress-timed rhythm of English,...  [Read more]

Teaching pronunciation to non-native English speakers is crucial for effective communication. Clear pronunciation helps students be understood by others and boosts their confidence in speaking English. It also aids in listening comprehension, as students can better recognize words they have learned when they are pronounced accurately. Moreover, pronunciation is a key component of language fluency, making it essential for overall language proficiency. There are various strategies that TEFL teachers can use to help students improve their pronunciation. One effective approach is the use of minimal pairs, which are pairs of words that differ by only one sound (e.g., ship/sheep). By contrasting similar sounds, students can learn to distinguish between them and improve their pronunciation....  [Read more]

1. The Importance of Pronunciation in ESL Teaching 2. Effective Pronunciation Drills for Advanced Learners 3. Incorporating Technology in Pronunciation Practice 4. Resources for Further Pronunciation Improvement Pronunciation plays a crucial role in effective communication in English as a second language. Advanced learners often focus on vocabulary and grammar, neglecting pronunciation. However, clear pronunciation enhances comprehension, fluency, and overall communication skills. It also boosts confidence and reduces misunderstandings in real-life situations. As an ESL teacher, emphasizing pronunciation drills for advanced learners can significantly improve their language proficiency and help them sound more natural. For advanced learners, targeted pronunciation drills are essential for...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Whether online or in-person teaching English to children is higher energy than adults. A teacher must be kind, happy, fun and energetic. A teacher must speak clearly, slowly as needed and use lots of hand gestures, visual aids, and props. Teachers should prompt students, giving them time to answer and lots of opportunities to speak, ensuring a student-centered class. Obvious Difficulties in the Approach My Experience Teaching Process Out-of-control Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Laurel C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaching English online presents some differences from a...  [Read more]

Teaching pronunciation to English language learners is crucial for effective communication. Pronunciation impacts how well a learner is understood and how confident they feel when speaking. It also plays a significant role in listening comprehension. Without clear pronunciation, miscommunication can occur, leading to frustration and misunderstanding. Therefore, focusing on pronunciation from the beginning stages of language learning is essential. When teaching pronunciation, it is important to incorporate a variety of techniques to cater to different learning styles. Some effective methods include: - Minimal pairs: Contrasting words that differ by only one sound can help learners distinguish between similar sounds that may not exist in their native language. - Stress and intonation:...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English as a foreign language presents several opportunities as well as choices for a teacher. Certainly, there are numerous teaching positions around the world in traditional, classroom settings, and most ESL teachers will spend time in those settings. For many teachers, the classroom setting is a fulfilling endeavor; however, other outlets exist for teaching English, including teaching business English. Business English teaching vs. teaching for other purposes Teaching experience Running an Activity Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Robert E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. There...  [Read more]

  This video breaks down the difference between "among" and "between". The word "between" is used to refer to two or more things that are distinct. A great example would be: "Choose between the red and the green socks". Here, we use "between" as the socks are clearly different and separated. "Among", on the other hand, is used to refer to things that are part of a group or mass, such as in this example: "Choose among all your socks" here we use ?among? because we are talking about all of the socks. Let's take a look at two more examples to make the difference even clearer. "I am walking between Baker Street and 5th Avenue." Here, we are talking about two separate streets and use 'between'. "I am walking among my friends." In this example, we're talking about more than two people and...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences From the 60-year-old successful businessman who has never studied English to the third grader who is learning it for the first time in a school setting, each student has their own motivation and background. Their unique experiences will dictate what they bring to the table and be a factor in their success or difficulty in learning English. Understanding what brought the learners to the classroom, will help a teacher tailor the lessons to be most beneficial to her students. This includes understanding their culture to a certain extent, specifically as it relates to faux pas or misunderstandings that could arise in the classroom setting. Defining the Difficulties Encouraging Participation You Might Be The Only Source Of Authentic English Are you ready to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English one to one can have many benefits for the students as well as the teacher. It is a way to create excitement and provide a motivation to learn that is more personalized to the learner. This individualized way of teaching gives the teacher the ability to discover where their student's abilities and their interests lay. By being able to know the students on a deeper level, they can help shape their lessons directly to meet the student's needs. These direct lessons, in turn, can aid in the student's ability to improve their English. Teaching one to one can also benefit the teacher, as they will only need to plan for the individual student, not for thirty students, and classroom management may be easier to address with one student....  [Read more]

Date posted:2015-06-11 | Writer: Centro de Idiomas Intercultura | Email: [email protected] Centro de Idiomas Intercultura is looking for part-time and full-time EFL teachers to teach at our location in Heredia, Costa Rica. We hire native level English speakers and require a bachelor's degree, a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA certificate, and preferably at least one year's teaching experience. We offer competitive pay and benefits including free Spanish classes for full-time teachers, paid professional development opportunities, bank account set-up, volunteer opportunities and a fun, supportive, and challenging work environment where teachers can grow professionally and personally. If interested, please send your updated resume to the email address given on the job heading. ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A motivated student is a student who is eager to learn, and that means they are much more likely to absorb and retain what they are being taught than if they were disengaged or disinterested. This is why it is so important for teachers to foster motivation in the classroom and engage their students to be open to learning before the start of each lesson. Methods Plan Considering Students' Age ESA Challenge Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lindsay G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. There are many different techniques teachers can use to get their students in a learning mindset. Some common and...  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-04-08 | Writer: Brilliant Stars International School | Email: [email protected] We are looking for an enthusiastic lower-secondary / middle school teacher happy to mentor students to be masters of their own learning. Individuals who have experience in and a passion for learning themselves, with a mother tongue of English (or equivalent). Individuals who want to be part of a supportive team with a child-centred and highly hands-on approach to teaching and learning. Experience teaching an international curriculum and Montessori is appreciated, but not essential. The role is flexible, but we are primarily looking for a teacher for our English, History & Geography lessons. If you care for ecology and believe that care and respect for the environment need to be...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Imagine a student walks into English class for the first time and sees the teacher [a woman - solely for example's sake] fumbling for a cord and searching for an outlet because her lesson was based off a slideshow on her laptop, which ran out of battery power and she wasn't prepared to have to plug it in. The student might get a negative first impression of the teacher, possibly thinking she's disorganized and maybe even doubting her competency to teach the class well. The Success of The Lesson Benefits of Modern Technologies How to Integrate? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lindsay G. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences It is not a secret for anyone that native speakers of any language always easily identify "non-native" when they hear at least a few words spoken by them. Often native speakers are able to fairly accurately determine the country from which the person came, based on his pronunciation. This happens due to the fact that it is common for all of us to use the sounds of our native language in the pronunciation of words of a foreign language, as well as to use articulation models we know from childhood the position of the organs of speech (lips, tongue, etc.). The "Russian mistakes" Muting voiced consonants in the endings. Replacing long vowels with short vowels. Replacment of different English sounds Using Russian intonation models instead of English ones. Learn...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Technology these days is evolving at a massive pace. As a product is released into the market, newer versions or updates follow almost simultaneously, making previous versions obsolete. Back when I was in school, the only technology we had was the basic computer, calculators, VCR players and slide projectors. In a few years, technology allowed us to learn through apps on our smartphones, compact and more user-friendly laptops, tablets, and so on. Artificial Intelligence Mixed Reality Quantum Computing Learn how to put technology to use in your classroom with a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lindsay S. Computer-aided-learning is vastly used across the three C's - curricula,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Many teachers of the English language, both young and old at secondary school level are faced with the uphill task of designing a course structure. They often find designing a progression as a real Herculean task. As a secondary school student, I took English language courses with teachers who in most cases used just the prescribed textbooks page after page. My Teaching Experience Course Syllabus Importance What is Progression and How to Design it? Example Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Buh Mariette M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Today as an amateur teacher for almost a year now, I...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A foreign language is a sector of linguistics that is region-based and as the name states are foreign to the country or the person. And this entails that language is part of the culture and personality of every person. As each language is unique and meaningful in its way and turn reflects the culture, values, and behavior. No region or country does not have its language, culture, and beliefs. What is ESL? Drawbacks Research in social fields What is "Language"? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Overall, when learning a foreign language you are learning not only linguistics but their religion, their way of interaction, their mode of transportation or their way of life. And in the world today, English is...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Like we all know, the English alphabet has 26 letters. These 26 letters can make 44 different sounds or phonemes – 20 sounds come from the vowels a, e, i, o and u; and 24 sounds come from the remaining 21 consonants. A phoneme is the smallest unit of sound that can change the meaning of a word. The Vowel Sounds The Consonant Sounds Syllable Stress Without Jumping to Conclusions Listen to this blog post Are you ready to take your TEFL course? Related Articles: If we consider sounds made simply by the letter 'a' for instance, in the word 'apple' – it's /ae/, in 'car' – it's /a:/, in amount – it's /a/, and so on. This, consequently, makes English a non-phonetic language, which means that the pronunciation of a word is not...  [Read more]

Unlock Your Potential with English Language Schools in France Are you ready to embark on a journey of linguistic and cultural discovery? Look no further than English language schools in France, where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language while mastering English as a second language. At ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), we offer a range of programs designed to help you achieve fluency and confidence in English, all while experiencing the rich history and vibrant culture of France. 1. The Benefits of Learning English in France 2. Our Programs and Courses 3. Immersive Language Learning Experience 4. Why Choose ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training)? Studying English in France offers a unique and enriching experience that goes beyond language...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Children begin learning from their parents. Parents teach their kids how to walk, how to eat and how to behave. Children learn from their parents as soon as they are born and always look up to their parents as role models. Therefore, parents have a responsibility to be involved in their child's education. Children are more likely to be encouraged if parents take time out of their day to sit down with their child and ask about school. There are many reasons why parents should play an active role in the education process. Attention Connection Interest Reading Rest Learning Process Involvement Listen to this blog post Learn how to help ESL learners in their everyday life. Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Georgia Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The unofficial motto of the JET Programme is 'every situation is different (ESID).' This is completely true, and every JET's day looks different depending on whether they work in a public or private school, whether they have co-JETs or are solo, their teaching partner's style, and the school's schedule. I teach in a private junior and senior high school in central Tokyo, where students are aged 12-18. The following is my own experience, but every ALT's (assistant language teacher) experience on the JET Programme is vastly different. Wake up, get ready for school and commute to school 6:30 - 7:50 Home room: 8:10 - 8:30 Periods 1-4 Lunch time 12:30 - 13:10 Periods 5-7 After school 16:00 - 16:30 Saturdays Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Technologies are constantly evolving and improving. There are literally dozens of new technologies that can be applied to the modern classroom in 2019 that have not yet made their way into mainstream usage. New tech changes the way subjects are taught, how students learn and the way teachers and students communicate with each other. Everything from new types of interactive whiteboards, classroom response systems, use of social media, tablet computers and classroom websites to the more exotic and potentially cost-prohibitive techs such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality(VR) or even holographic projectors are commercially available for use in the classroom. Blackboard PC Soft and Apps AR and VR Are you ready to implement new technologies in...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Destinations One of the many benefits of teaching English abroad is that you can combine your new career with your own hobbies and passions in countries all over the world. If sampling new and exciting cuisine is your thing, then you will have plenty of great food loving destinations to choose from. Here is our pick of the best destinations where teaching jobs and great food options are both in abundance. 1. Spain 2. Thailand 3. Mexico 4. Vietnam 5. Japan 6. Italy 7. South Korea 8. China Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English and eat great food all over the world? Related Articles: Spain has historically had one of the biggest markets in Europe for ESL teachers and it is also home to some of the best cuisine on the continent. Spanish food is generally...  [Read more]

Nadiia Dovbnia Destinations Alumni Experiences I have been working in China as an English teacher almost for half a year. When the outbreak began, I decided to stay in China. At first, I thought it would be like a seasonal flu quarantine back in my country, Ukraine, when schools are closed for just a week or two. However, the situation got worse and I realized that it might be safer to stay inside my city than to go through the train stations and airports. Our life here has changed completely in less than in 48 hours. I have to say, the way people here react to the situation amazes me. Fake News Raises Panic Schools are shut down. Adapting school curriculum and lesson plan 1. Make a monthly planner. 2. Wake up at the same time even if you don't have work to do. 3. Fresh air and...  [Read more]

Located in eastern Uzbekistan, Tashkent is not only the capital and largest city of the country but is also the most populated city in the Central Asia region with a population of around two and a half million people. Tashkent became the capital of Uzbekistan when the country became an independent republic in 1991. Tashkent is a fascinating and dynamic city. The history of the rich Uzbek culture can be witnessed in Tashkent’s architecture, especially the exhibition halls and metro stations. The best way to experience the way of life in Tashkent is to pay a visit to one of the many local markets which serve as social centers for the local population. The nightlife in Tashkent is growing and you will find the best clubs, restaurants and teahouses in this city. Uzbek cuisine is generally...  [Read more]