Living In Turkey As An American

As one of the largest and most populated countries in Europe, Turkey attracts a huge number of visitors, including EFL teachers from all over the world. If you are thinking of joining them, take a look at the following guides for a range of information that you should find useful before and during your trip. As well as basic travel info, you will find guides to the city of Istanbul and several of the country’s most popular attractions. There are also plenty of interesting facts and figures to learn and a brief insight into Turkey’s favorite foods. SOURCE: foursquare . com/v/istanbul/4cecf85662ef6dcbf85eef59 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! SOURCE: www . mapsofworld . com/travel/infographics/istanbul Register now & get certified to teach...  [Read more]

1. Teaching English in Turkey 2. Qualifications and Requirements 3. Finding TEFL Jobs in Turkey 4. Living and Working in Turkey as a TEFL Teacher Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) in Turkey can be a rewarding experience. Turkey has a high demand for English teachers, especially in major cities like Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir. Teaching opportunities are available in language schools, private schools, universities, and businesses. To teach English in Turkey, most employers require a bachelor’s degree in any field and a TEFL certification such as CELTA or TESOL. Some employers may also prefer candidates with teaching experience. It is important to note that the requirements may vary depending on the institution, so it’s essential to check with individual employers before...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Today, English has become a common language of people with different native languages in many fields such as science, aviation, communication, and commerce. For this reason, knowledge of English has become a necessity for those who want to pursue an academic career or who want to work in internationally recognized business sectors. This fact puts English in the first place among the officially taught foreign languages in most countries. But which English should be referenced in English education? British or American English? The answer to this question is not clear in Turkey yet. In seeking a heuristic explanation, one can dwell on which version is more common in the world, how similar or different these two dialects...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-09-03 | Writer: Address Education Center | Email: [email protected] Address is an Education center for adults in Izmir, although we do have a “Kids Center Clubhouse” in Alsancak. Class size is a maximum of 12 students. We were established in 2000 and have a good reputation both with students and teachers. We have immediate opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers – both native and non-native speakers. REQUIREMENTS: Highly Motivated Teaching style focused on speaking / communicating Dynamic personality with a team spirit Flexible in working hours Relevant TEFL qualification, with minimum 2 years experience Part-time or full-time positions available TO APPLY: Contact us via email at the address given on the job heading for more detailed information. All...  [Read more]

1. Introduction to Teaching English in Turkey 2. Qualifications and Requirements for ESL Teachers in Turkey 3. Finding ESL Teaching Positions in Turkey 4. Living and Working as an ESL Teacher in Turkey Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) in Turkey is a popular choice for many educators looking to immerse themselves in a rich cultural experience while advancing their careers. Turkey has a high demand for English teachers, providing ample opportunities for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the field. The country's unique blend of East and West offers a diverse teaching environment that appeals to many educators. To teach English in Turkey, most schools and language institutes require teachers to have a bachelor's degree in any field. Additionally, obtaining a TEFL,...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-08-29 | Writer: Akademi | Email: [email protected] Academy School of English, which has been working in the EFL field since 1985, is seeking EFL teachers for immediate employment and also in October 2019. We need well-qualified, energetic and committed EFL teachers whose mother tongue is English, and who are university graduates, preferably in Education, English or related fields. Academy, which is the first language school approved by the Turkish Standards Institute, is a highly professional school and is very well known in the area. LOCATION: Diyarbakir is a pleasant historical city which dates back to 3000 B.C. The city has a population of approximately 1,500,000 people, with a university population of 30,000 students. Academy is located in a choice...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-06-28 | Writer: Academy School of English | Email: [email protected] Academy School of English, which has been working in the EFL field since 1985, is seeking EFL teachers for September 2018 and onward. We need well- qualified, energetic and committed EFL teachers whose mother tongue is English, and who are university graduates, preferably in Education, English or related fields.  OUR SCHOOL: Academy, which is the first language school approved by the Turkish Standards Institute, is a highly professional school and is very well known in the area.  LOCATION: Diyarbakir is a pleasant historical city which dates back to 3000 B.C. The city has a population of approximately 1,500,000 people, with a university population of 30,000 students. Academy is...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-12-10 | Writer: Aci Schools | Email: [email protected] Aci Schools in Istanbul, Turkey are seeking experienced and qualified TEFL teachers. Fields of Expertise: Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High SchoolNow accepting Kindergarten Homeroom Teachers- Preschool applicants for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 academic year.Aci Schools is a co-educational private school, from preschool to Grade 12, founded in 1998. Aci Schools is a private Turkish school with a very advanced English program and has a safe and positive learning environment for over 1900 students. Aci Schools provides a broad and balanced curriculum, which is taught in English, with a dynamic teaching staff and access to the latest in educational supplies and equipment. Aci Schools is also located in central...  [Read more]

Date posted:2015-09-03 | Writer: Turkish American Association | Email: [email protected] The Turkish American Association has both full-time and part-time positions in Ankara for TEFL qualified native level English Teachers. We have been in operation since 1951 and located in Çankaya, which is very central and easy to reach from other parts of the city. QUALIFICATONS: Candidates are required to - have a University Degree in an English related faculty OR a certificate on TESOL, TEFL, CELTA or DELTA, - be result oriented, - follow a communicative approach based language teaching, - able to conduct creative speaking sessions - have some experience in teaching General English and/or Exam Preparation Courses - work flexible hours, - be energetic and have a positive attitude...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-11-08 | Writer: One World Lingua | Email: [email protected] One World Lingua is a language school offering private and group lessons in 8 languages (English, Russian, French, German, etc) to students of all ages and levels, with regular opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. We’ve been running our school since 2009, and are all former English teachers ourselves who started our own company. The majority of the work we do involves providing private one-on-one lessons for local people looking to improve their language skills. We also do some group lessons at businesses in central locations. We teach all sorts of ages, levels and needs, including general language, grammar, kids, business language, test preparation (particularly SAT, TOEFL and IELTS) and more. We...  [Read more]

Date posted:2016-11-07 | Writer: Academic Language Foundation Services International | Email: [email protected] Academic Language Foundation Services International is an academic English language course provider based inside the campuses of partner universities, colleges and high schools. Since 2001, we’ve been teaching English for Academic Purposes to the students of our partner schools who’d like to continue their further education. We are currently looking for full-time EFL teachers for our Istanbul European and Anatolian Side Campuses who have; - Effective English language teaching skills to meet the needs of students at varying levels of English proficiency - Willingness to take part in and contribute to team work to enhance the development of the academic and professional...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-07-17 | Writer: Eurasian Language Academy | Email: [email protected] Has it always been your dream to teach English abroad and experience a new culture? Eurasian Language Academy are now hiring new applicants who are serious about becoming English teachers and would like to experience Istanbul as a whole. ELA is a privately owned education company founded in 2018 in Istanbul. We provide foreign English teachers to more than 80 partner public schools all over Istanbul. In the company, we have 39 foreign teachers from all around the world. However, we need more new teachers for the next year for which the term will start in September and last until May 31st. We have many positions available from Kindergartens to high schools in public schools, training centers,...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-04-10 | Writer: Prudential First | Email: [email protected] Prudential First is comprised of educated, experienced professionals who work effectively with teachers and schools to bring them together through quality networking. The service is free for teachers. One of our partner schools in Gaziantep is hiring a middle school EFL teacher for the academic year 2019-2020 and will be conducting face to face and Skype interviews. JOB DETAILS: Working hours: 40 hours per week (time spent on campus) Teaching hours/contact hours: 24 hours per week School times Mondays: 09.00 – 18.00 (meeting every Monday) Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 09.00 – 16.30 Fridays: 09.00 – 16.00 Location of school: Gaziantep, Turkey Start date: August 2019 Contract Tenure: 1 year SALARY...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-10-16 | Writer: Canadian Education & Training Corporation | Email: [email protected] If you are ready to explore Istanbul while teaching EFL, you are welcomed to The Canadian Education & Training Corporation (CETC). We are looking for energetic, smiley and patient EFL teachers for private and state schools. Our lesson's goal is focusing on speaking not grammar. Making the students happy and encourage them to learn English must be your passion. We work with kindergarten, primary, secondary, high school students and adults. SALARY AND BENEFITS: We provide salaries between 3000 - 3500 TL plus accommodation. Teachers have their own furnished rooms, they don't have to share with anyone. Shared bills with flatmates. Max 30 lessons per week, if it exceeds they get...  [Read more]

Date posted:2017-11-29 | Writer: ACI Schools | Email: [email protected] ACI Schools, based in Istanbul, is now accepting applications from EFL teachers for the 2018-2019 academic year. ACI Schools is a co-educational private school, from preschool to Grade 12, founded in 1998. We are a private Turkish school with a very advanced English program together with a safe and positive learning environment for over 1,900 students. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum, which is taught in English, with a dynamic teaching staff and access to the latest in educational supplies and equipment.    Our school is located in the central area of Istanbul, Turkey. Istanbul is a modern and progressive city that has a vibrant social environment rich in culture and history....  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-03-16 | Writer: Ilk Bes Okullari | Email: [email protected] We are looking for enthusiastic and responsible TEFL teachers, who are fluent in English, to join our team at Ilk Bes Schools. The position is available for primary grades and for early childhood groups.Requirements:    Experience in teaching English to students between ages 3-7    Experience in using current teaching methods    Experience in developing and improving the English curriculum    Experience in planning quality lessons and assessments    Attending meetings and training    TEFL/TESOL CertificationTo apply, please contact the email address in the job heading: Register now & get certified to teach...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-03-20 | Writer: New York Studio of Languages | Email: [email protected] We are welcoming our 20th year in language teaching business, with our new brand name “New York Studio of Languages”. We were the franchisee of the Berlitz in Istanbul for the past 14 years and have been providing quality education in all languages over 20 years with more than 120 experienced native speaking teachers and Turkish personnel. Now, as New York Studio of Languages, we are seeking additional TEFL qualified instructors for our teaching team in Istanbul.  JOB DETAILS: Start Date: Immediately End Date: 30th of September, 2018 / 31st of December 2018 Hours per week: 24 Students per class: 7-9 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Be a native level speaker of  English, with a...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-01-03 | Writer: Academy School English | Email: [email protected] Academy School of English, which has been working in the EFL field since 1985, is seeking EFL teachers for immediate employment and September 2018. We need well-qualified, energetic and committed EFL teachers whose mother tongue is English, and who are university graduates, preferably in Education, English or related fields. SCHOOL: Academy, which is the first language school approved by the Turkish Standards Institute, is a highly professional school and is very well known in the area. LOCATION: Diyarbakir is a pleasant historical city which dates back to 3000 B.C. The city has a population of approximately 1,500,000 people, with a university population of 30,000 students. Academy is located in...  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-11-22 | Writer: Boz Recruitment | Email: [email protected] We are looking for elementary and secondary school teachers who are dedicated to give the best education possible to children, please review the following information and apply if you match the requirements and if the salary and benefits are suitable.-We are looking for English teachers for the 2022-23 academic year.-Start date: Immediately-Locations: Izmir CityRequirements-Native level English speaker-4 years university degree, preferably in English and/or Education-Teaching certificate-An English proficiency exam is required for degree holders other than English majors regardless of one's nationality.-Minimum 2-3 years of experience in classroom setting-Comfortable working at young learners age...  [Read more]

Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Assistant Language Teachers in Japan come from different countries worldwide, bringing different kinds of English with them. In my experience, American English is often the most sought-after version of English. Some countries highly value Language Teachers from the USA, which often matches their American-style textbooks and resources. Sometimes people are even overlooked for job opportunities due to their Australian accent and British English background. Well, Japan is no different in this regard. Many Japanese schools hold American English in high regard, so what is it like being an Australian-English teacher in Japan? The Japanese love America No Exposure to Non-American Accents Creating an Opportunity Things about...  [Read more]

Date posted:2017-07-17 | Writer: Hasdil Language School | Email: [email protected] These positions are available for immediate starts. Hasdil Konya is a growing school in the city of Konya, Turkey. Affiliated with ISE, Brighton, in the UK, and fully accredited by the British Council, we are looking for well-qualified, energetic and committed EFL teachers whose native level is English, and who are university graduates, preferably in Education, English or related fields to join us immediately. THE JOB: Teachers at our school work a maximum 36 hours a week contract. The working week is spread over six days, with the weekend being our busiest time. Most of our classes are made up of small groups. Teachers live on-site in our centre and are provided with all meals. Contracts are offered...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of Learning ESL in Argentina 3. Teaching Opportunities 4. Cultural Immersion Argentina is a country with a rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and a growing demand for English language skills. As the need for English as a Second Language (ESL) continues to rise globally, Argentina has emerged as an attractive destination for those looking to learn and teach English. In this article, we will explore the advantages of learning ESL in Argentina and why it is an excellent choice for both students and teachers. One of the primary benefits of learning ESL in Argentina is the abundance of teaching opportunities available. As English language proficiency becomes increasingly important in the job market, the demand for qualified ESL teachers in Argentina...  [Read more]

Yes, you can earn extra cash as a private English tutor in Turkey. Private English tutoring can be a lucrative way to earn extra income, especially in countries where there is a high demand for English language learning, such as Turkey. Here are some key points to consider if you are interested in working as a private English tutor in Turkey: To become a private English tutor in Turkey, you typically need the following qualifications: Yes, there are legal requirements for offering private English tutoring services in Turkey. In Turkey, individuals offering private English tutoring services are required to comply with certain legal regulations to ensure quality and accountability in education. Here are some key points to consider: Qualifications: Private English tutors in Turkey are...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas There is currently a need for more people willing to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) across America. Several small communities have accepted immigrants from other countries. Although children of school age will learn English in school, the parents and grandparents struggle to learn English as they continue their daily lives and earn a living. This is a challenge as most Americans do not know any other languages as they do in Europe, so the immigrant needs to communicate in English to accomplish anything. This leaves the older generation feeling isolated and causes problems in everyday life, such as going to the bank. In most large cities, finding an ESL class is easy. In rural America, this is not necessarily...  [Read more]

  Amanda from Brazil is currently living in Ankara, Turkey. Amanda completed her TEFL course with ITTT and found a job just two weeks after graduating. In this TEFL review video Amanda recommends ITTT?s TEFL course for those wanting to teach English abroad. Amanda liked how the course not only covered grammar but also taught methods and techniques that can help you become a great teacher. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to...  [Read more]

  Tori is an American living in Japan. Tori took the 120-hour online TEFL course and in this TEFL review, she discusses her experience of Teaching English in Japan and studying with ITTT. Teaching English in Japan has challenged Tori to think about the English language in ways she may not have previously considered and by taking the course with ITTT she has been able to better understand ways of explaining things to students in a clear and simple manner. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section...  [Read more]

1. Teaching English in Ecuador as a Foreign Language 2. Qualifications and Requirements for ESL Teaching Positions in Ecuador 3. Finding ESL Teaching Positions in Ecuador 4. Living and Teaching English in Ecuador Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) in Ecuador can be a rewarding experience for those looking to immerse themselves in a new culture while sharing their language skills. Ecuador offers a range of opportunities for ESL teachers, from teaching in schools and language institutes to private tutoring. The demand for English teachers in Ecuador is high, especially in urban areas like Quito and Guayaquil. To secure an ESL teaching position in Ecuador, most employers require a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification. While a degree in Education or English is preferred, it...  [Read more]

Opportunities abound for the TEFL teacher in Europe and it is a popular destination for many upon completing their TEFL certification. Teachers with a specialism in teaching business English will do well in countries such as France and Germany, but there are plenty of teaching jobs to be found across the whole region. The requirements for English teachers in Europe do vary from country to country and this infographic aims to highlight the differences and similarities between them. For those countries in the European Union, teachers who are EU citizens are preferred as many schools are unwilling to deal with the extensive paperwork involved in hiring teachers from outside the EU. That is not to say that teachers from countries outside of the European Union cannot find work there,...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Cultural Immersion 3. Demand for English Teachers 4. Cost of Living Guatemala is a country rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. Nestled in Central America, it offers a unique experience for those looking to teach English abroad. As a teacher, you will not only have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your students but also immerse yourself in a vibrant and diverse culture. Teaching English in Guatemala can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience, and here are some of the advantages of doing so. One of the most significant advantages of teaching English in Guatemala is the opportunity for cultural immersion. Guatemala is known for its rich indigenous heritage, colorful markets, and ancient Mayan ruins. As a teacher, you will have the chance to...  [Read more]

1. Overview of TEFL Courses in Honduras 2. Accreditation and Certification 3. Job Opportunities and Salaries 4. Cost of Living and Accommodation TEFL courses in Honduras offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Central American culture while gaining valuable teaching experience. These courses typically cover a wide range of topics, including lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching methodologies. Additionally, many programs incorporate practical teaching experience with local students, giving you the opportunity to apply your skills in a real classroom setting. It is essential to ensure that the TEFL course you choose in Honduras is accredited and leads to a recognized certification. Accredited courses meet certain quality standards and are more likely to be accepted...  [Read more]