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  Crafting an Impressive TEFL Resume Navigating the Job Market for TEFL Teachers Standing Out in TEFL Job Applications Preparing for TEFL Job Interviews Showcasing Your TEFL Skills and Experience Highlighting Cultural Sensitivity in TEFL Teaching Negotiating TEFL Job Offers Successfully Researching TEFL Job Opportunities Abroad Networking for TEFL Job Success Securing TEFL Job References When applying for TEFL teaching positions abroad, your resume plays a crucial role in making a positive first impression. Highlight your TEFL certification from a reputable provider like ITTT and any relevant teaching experience. Emphasize your proficiency in English, any additional languages, and cultural understanding. Tailor your resume to each job application by showcasing how your skills and...  [Read more]

To excel in a TEFL job interview, whether it is conducted online via platforms like Skype or Zoom or in-person at the school's location, consider these key strategies: By addressing these common themes, you will be well-prepared and can set yourself apart as an ideal candidate for the TEFL position. What are the basic things to remember for a TEFL job interview? How should I dress for a TEFL job interview? What language should I use in a TEFL job interview? What cultural issues should I be aware of during a TEFL job interview? What teaching related questions might I be asked during a TEFL job interview? One thing to remember is that we form a first impression of someone within seven seconds of meeting them. If you want to get off to a good start, there are a few simple techniques to keep...  [Read more]

Dressing appropriately for a TEFL job interview is essential as it creates a positive first impression on your potential employer and demonstrates your professionalism. Here are some tips on how to dress for a TEFL job interview: Dress code expectations for TEFL job interviews vary depending on the country and institution, but there are some general guidelines to help you make a good impression: To make a good impression during a TEFL job interview, it is best to avoid wearing distracting or unprofessional colors and styles. Bright, neon colors or flashy patterns can be off-putting and may distract from your qualifications and presentation. Similarly, overly casual attire such as jeans, t-shirts, or sneakers should be avoided as they may give the impression that you are not taking the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas It seems that everyone knows reading makes a person better in all aspects. Reading teaches a person about the world around them. Even if the person doesn't go traveling, he can obtain knowledge of the world by reading books. Reading can also help a person develop empathy and so on. Many educators say that children's reading is the beginning of a successful child's life. Be an example Master your storytelling skill Take students on a library tour Encourage peer presentations Create a home library Consider kids' interests Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Xiaoyu Z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

As a TEFL teacher, standing out during job interviews is essential to secure your dream position. To differentiate yourself from other candidates, it is crucial to develop a strong teaching philosophy that reflects your beliefs and values in education. This will not only demonstrate your passion for teaching but also showcase your unique approach to language instruction. When preparing for a TEFL job interview, it is important to highlight your relevant experience and qualifications in the field of English language teaching. Whether you have prior teaching experience, specialized training, or certifications such as TESOL or CELTA, make sure to emphasize how these have equipped you with the necessary skills to excel in the classroom. Additionally, showcasing any additional languages you...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In the following essay, I have chosen to explain my personal experience on why reading can be an invaluable resource in both primary (L1) and secondary (L2) language acquisition. Reading in Early Childhood Lack of Authentic Materials Migration Real-Life Practice Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Manuel G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. As a very young child, my mother read to me at night until I fell asleep. By the age of 2, I could speak in simple but uninterrupted sentences with proper syntax. By a few months after my third birthday, I was able to read the same children's books that...  [Read more]

Before your TEFL job interview, it is crucial to conduct thorough research on the school or institution where you are applying. Familiarize yourself with their mission, values, and teaching approach. Understanding their specific requirements and expectations will not only demonstrate your interest in the position but also help you tailor your responses during the interview. Additionally, research the location of the school, the demographics of the students, and any unique challenges they may face. This background knowledge will showcase your preparedness and commitment to the role. As a TEFL teacher, it is essential to be well-versed in various teaching methodologies and approaches. Take the time to review different techniques such as the communicative approach, task-based learning, and...  [Read more]

When preparing for a TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) job interview, it is essential to consider several key aspects to ensure you present yourself as a qualified and competent candidate. Researching the organization, understanding the job requirements, and practicing common interview questions are all crucial steps in your preparation process. During a TEFL job interview, you can expect to be asked a variety of questions to assess your qualifications, teaching approach, and ability to handle different classroom scenarios. Common questions may include inquiries about your teaching philosophy, experience working with diverse student populations, and strategies for managing classroom behavior. To excel in a TEFL job interview, it is important to demonstrate your passion for...  [Read more]

Before your TEFL job interview, it is crucial to research the school and the country where you are applying to work. Understand the school's teaching philosophy, curriculum, and any unique programs they offer. Familiarize yourself with the cultural norms and expectations in the country to show your interest and adaptability. Additionally, research the location of the school, local amenities, and potential challenges you may face living there. This background knowledge will not only impress the interviewer but also help you determine if the job is the right fit for you. To prepare for a TEFL job interview, review essential TEFL terminology and teaching techniques. Understand concepts such as ESA (Engage, Study, Activate), PPP (Presentation, Practice, Production), and different teaching...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker TEFL Information Job interviews are traditionally one of the most daunting prospects that we face in our working lives and interviews for TEFL jobs are generally no exception. Although no one looks forward to a job interview, the whole experience can be made less intimidating if you have some idea of what to expect. As with any type of job, interviewers for TEFL related positions have certain areas that they want to cover to assess your suitability for the position. Because these areas are normally much the same worldwide, it is possible to have a rough idea about the kind of TEFL interview questions you need to prepare for. Armed with this knowledge you should be able to enter the interview room feeling positive and in a good position to show you are the right person for...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Language acquisition often involves four skills. These skills are further divided into two groups receptive skills (reading and listening) and productive skills (writing and speaking). Not all languages have a corresponding writing system however, learners of English will have to learn all these skills to be proficient in their use of English. Reading is more than just calling words on paper, In this essay, the importance of reading in language acquisition will be discussed on the basis that reading influences vocabulary expansion, facilitates the practice of word pronunciation and finally sparks and improves the imagination. These concepts will be discussed from the standpoint of English language acquisition in Japanese senior high schools. Vocabulary...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English as a foreign language for the first time is not as easy as it may seem. A TEFL course is an important precursor for anyone interested in teaching English professionally because it provides the necessary tools, techniques, and guidelines that will make the teaching experience as successful as possible for both the teacher and the students. A TEFL course provides prospective English teachers with essential information regarding lesson structure (ESA), grammar fundamentals, class size dynamics, class material information and many other lessons that prepare the teacher for the role. Reasons to take training Benefits for students Practical grammar Peer learning techniques Engagement ways Classroom environment Do you want to teach English...  [Read more]

Date posted:2020-09-25 | Writer: Magic Ears | Email: [email protected] Magic Ears is an innovative online English learning platform for students ages 4-12. With a relentless focus on the long-term, our mission is to bring a global classroom experience to every child and to provide the best online career opportunity for teachers. We provide a unique 1-on-4 classroom that creates a fun and effective learning environment. Currently, we have 40000+ students and 4000+ teachersWe need you- Having a BIG SMILE & LOVE for kids!- Being a native speakers from NORTH AMERICA.- Holding a BACHELOR's Degree (University students are also acceptable)- Experience and Certificate preferredWhy Us?- Make $19-$26  per hour, higher base pay than average!- Possible pay raise upon contract renewal!- Get...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That's why we'd love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger! 1. What's your name? 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? 5. What was your favorite part about the course? 6. You've finished your TEFL/TESOL course - now what? What are your plans and goals? 7. What's your no. 1 tip for other TEFL/TESOL course takers? What should they know? What do you wish you knew before? 8. Where would you...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT TEFL Information So you've completed your TEFL course and started applying for jobs in your dream destination country, the next step to becoming a successful English teacher is the TEFL interview. Interviews for teaching jobs can take a couple of different formats and these are face-to-face, over the phone, or via Skype. Each type of interview has its own particular points that need addressing. Dress to impress Get your facts straight Failing to prepare is preparing to fail Follow up and let them know you are still interested Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: For face-to-face interviews it is important to be early but not too early make sure that you research the route to the school before the interview day. You must remember to dress smartly, many...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas One of the most important intrinsic values in classroom management that need to be addressed with utmost seriousness is the motivation level of students in the class. A teacher may follow all steps required to effectively and efficiently conduct a lesson but if the students present are not well motivated to learn the lesson, the teachings would not reach them and the true purpose of teaching remains unachieved. How to Motivate Students? Understanding Students' Goals Confidence Building Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Pulkesh M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. There are many ways to influence...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Classroom management refers to the wide variety of skills and techniques that teachers use to keep students organized, orderly, focused, attentive, on task, and academically productive during a class. Classroom management involves; grouping students, writing on the board, giving individual attention, teacher talking and student talking time, giving instructions, establishing rapport, classroom arrangements and maintaining discipline. There are different ways of enforcing classroom management and these include: Personal Experience Benefits Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: When classroom-management strategies are executed effectively, teachers minimize the behaviors that impede learning for both individual...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ma. C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Assessment: Goal: Examples for effective method includes: Instructions: Activity: Gesture to the class to repeat the model all together twice. This is called a chorus drill. Keep suitable and fun for the whole activity so that the students will cooperate and learn. Observations Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: The assessment of drilling is to monitor students learning and identify strengths and weaknesses. the teacher helps recognize where students are struggling and address problems immediately. The goal of this drilling method is to evaluate students...  [Read more]

Before attending a TEFL job interview, it's essential to thoroughly research the institution you are applying to and understand the job description. Familiarize yourself with their teaching philosophy, target student population, curriculum, and any specific requirements they might have. This will not only demonstrate your interest in the position but also help you tailor your responses to align with the institution's values and goals. Additionally, understanding the job description will enable you to highlight relevant skills and experiences during the interview. TEFL job interviews often include questions that assess your teaching philosophy, classroom management skills, lesson planning abilities, and cultural awareness. Prepare for these common interview questions by reflecting on your...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Planning a lesson is of key importance to a teacher because it prepares him/her to manage learner behavior and create the perfect learning environment for its students. During the lesson planning phase, a teacher decides upon the goals, activities, resources, timing, grouping and other aspects of a lesson (Richards & Renandya, 2002). What is a Lesson Plan For? Stages Lesson Planning Approaches Parts of an Effective Lesson Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Pulkesh M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The lesson plan may not be a very detailed and descriptive one but its purpose is to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Storytelling is part of life itself. The world we are and most of the things we know about creating the world all came through stories. The Nature of Storytelling Storytelling in Early Years How to Tell Stories in a Classroom Pros for Tell Stories in the ESL Classroom Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Onikoyi F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Storytelling has been one of the ancient and still relevant teaching methodologies to pass information and knowledge from generation to generation. History of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In traditional teaching, teachers are not only the teachers of teaching content, the controller of the teaching process, the organizer of the teaching activities, the judges of the students' academic achievements, but also the absolute authority. This kind of teaching style of laying too much stress on teaching by teachers instead of understanding and learning by students themselves overstretched the dominant position of teachers, ignoring the students at the center. Teacher-Centered Approach Another Point of View The Controller The Prompter The Organizer The Creator Teaching Content Find your role as an ESL teacher abroad today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lingyi T. The...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Classroom management is one of the most important aspects of teaching and is the key to students' successful learning. Consequently, how to effectively manage and run classroom becomes the central theme and sometimes the biggest concern for English teachers, especially when facing young learners. There are a variety of settings with different scenarios but since I currently teach in Japan, here I would like to focus on the class setting in which all students are Japanese, i.e., of a single nationality who learn English as a foreign language. The classroom environment Student behavior The importance of building trust in the classroom Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A lesson plan is the starting point when thinking of a pending class, it is in the lesson planning stage where you can put your ideas onto paper. The lesson plan is evidence that you have thought about what you are going to do and why you are doing it. A lesson plan gives a teacher a structure to follow, not only in the sense of content but timings of activities and materials they are planning to use, and what learning the teacher hopes will take place. Documenting your work What to focus on? Key points of your lesson plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Listen to this blog post Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Yolande D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent...  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-07-08 | Writer: FindTutors | Email: [email protected] We are currently seeking a dedicated individual with excellent English language skills to join our team as an Online English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Tutor. This is a remote, part-time position where you will have the opportunity to help students improve their English proficiency from the comfort of your own home. Tasks Conduct one-on-one tutoring sessions with students from diverse linguistic backgrounds via online platforms. Assist students in developing their English language skills, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Provide personalised instruction tailored to meet the individual learning needs of each student. Create engaging and interactive lesson plans that promote active participation...  [Read more]

Date posted:2023-11-04 | Writer: KickStart English | Email: [email protected] We're looking for an English Teacher to join our small and friendly team in Minsk, Belarus for at least 1 year and hopefully longer.  The majority of the classes will be in a classroom in the centre of Minsk, Belarus teaching small groups of professional adults.In brief:- Teacher Hours: 10.5 (630 minutes)- Prep. Hours: 5-9- Working Days: Monday-Friday- Holidays: 4 weeks**IMMEDIATE START**This position will ideally suit someone who has other online work. However, there may be a chance to become full-time later. QualificationsTEFL,TESOL or CELTA preferred. But, more importantly is a knowledgable teacher who really enjoys teaching!Salary and Benefits- 1450 BYN (post tax). Paid into a Belarusian bank account in two...  [Read more]

So you’ve completed your TEFL course and started applying for jobs in your dream destination country? The next step on becoming a successful English teacher is the TEFL interview. Interviews for teaching jobs can take a couple of different formats and these are face-to-face, over the phone, or via Skype. Each type of interview has its own particular points that need addressing. For face-to-face interviews it is important to be early but not too early make sure that you research the route to the school before the interview day. You must remember to dress smartly; many teaching jobs are in holiday destinations and some people seem to forget the difference between what is suitable for work and what is suitable for the beach. If you are being interviewed over the phone, be clear on...  [Read more]

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

Date posted:2024-04-17 | Writer: YBM PNT Inc. | Email: [email protected] We Are Hiring HOME-BASED Native Speakers (Americans & Canadians) for PART-TIME positions to teach Korean students! Shift Schedule –  AM 06:00 – 10:00(KT)  or PM 19:00 – 23:00(KT) Broken Shift schedule is also acceptable (both shift above) USD 2.5 per 10 mins class (counted by real class time) Incentive: Perfect Attendance Incentive – USD 200 per month Pay Rate per Hour: Minimum: $10Maximum: $15 Class Size: 1 to 5 Students Student Ages: Elementary & Junior (age 5-15)High School & College Prep (age 15-18)Adult (age 18+) Class Schedule: Early Morning (6am-9am)Evening (6pm-9pm) Accent(s): Native North AmericanNative UKNative Australian/New ZealandNative IrelandNative South Africa...  [Read more]

Yes, you can definitely teach English as a foreign language part-time while studying or working another job. Many people choose to teach English part-time as a way to supplement their income, gain valuable teaching experience, or simply share their language skills with others. Teaching English part-time can be a flexible and rewarding way to make a difference in the lives of your students, whether they are children, teenagers, or adults. There are several benefits to teaching English part-time. First and foremost, it can be a rewarding experience to help others improve their language skills and achieve their goals. Teaching English part-time can also provide you with valuable teaching experience, which can be useful if you are considering a career in education. Additionally, teaching...  [Read more]