Pay For Teaching

Should I pay for a job placement teaching English abroad? When looking for jobs teaching English abroad you will inevitably come across various agencies offering guaranteed job placements for a fee. On the surface this could look like a convenient way to start your new career as it removes the need to send job applications and to attend interviews. However, there are several things to consider before you hand over your hard earned cash for a service that you might not need. How strong is the demand for English language teachers across the globe? The market for English language teachers across the world is simply huge. According to some estimates there are as many as 1.5 billion people learning English worldwide. In China alone there are thought to be up to 300 million people currently...  [Read more]

Should I pay for a job placement teaching English abroad? When exploring opportunities to teach English abroad, many aspiring educators encounter agencies promising guaranteed job placements in exchange for a fee. While this proposition may seem appealing by simplifying the job-hunting process and eliminating the tasks of submitting applications and navigating interviews, it is essential to weigh the pros and cons: Pros: Cons: In essence, before investing in such services, it is prudent to assess their credibility, understand their terms, and decide if the benefits outweigh the costs. Table of Contents How strong is the demand for English language teachers across the globe? What are the down sides of a TEFL job placement? What kind of school do you want to teach English in? How...  [Read more]

English Grammar -- Present Perfect Continuous -- Teaching Ideas 3 -- Pay for English Teachers   In this video we look at a TESOL teaching idea for the Present Perfect Continuous. This tense is the one we use when we want to say what has been happening. The activity in the video is called "Guess what I've been doing?" It is a fun activity that can generate a lot of student talk time. Students each receive a card that has two pieces of information on it, a past activity and a result. Each student has a turn of telling the class the result and the class then has to guess the activity using the Present Perfect Continuous. For example, the past activity on a card is "You have been driving your motorbike in the rain", the result written on the card is "You are all wet. Your clothes are...  [Read more]

Teaching Abroad: Saving Money & Paying off Loans - Here's how! 07/29/2021 hi guys hello welcome to another live session my name is linda from itt and today we're going to talk about a very very exciting topic i'm sure a lot of you are going to find it useful it's all going to be about how to save money and also pay off loans and debt when teaching english abroad um yeah so thank you so much for joining if you can see me if you can hear me as always please just leave a hi in the comment section i'd really appreciate it so that i know that you can see me and hear me because you know sometimes there are technical difficulties um and i might be aware of it so just kindly let me know in the comment section um and yeah thank you so much for being here again today uh last week's live...  [Read more]

How do I become a TEFL trainer? After completing a TEFL certification course and working as an English language teacher, some people look to branch out into other avenues of the teaching profession in order to gain more experience or to earn a higher salary. One such route is to become a TEFL trainer. Teaching people to become classroom teachers can be a very rewarding and well paid job and a route into management positions or even setting up your own language school. Table of Contents What are the basic requirements for becoming a TEFL trainer? What are the characteristics of a TEFL trainer? Do I need advanced qualifications to become a TEFL trainer? How important is classroom experience for a TEFL trainer? Where can I work as a TEFL trainer? Who are the main employers of TEFL trainers? ...  [Read more]

How do I become a TEFL trainer? After completing a TEFL certification course and working as an English language teacher, some people look to branch out into other avenues of the teaching profession in order to gain more experience or to earn a higher salary. One such route is to become a TEFL trainer. Teaching people to become classroom teachers can be a very rewarding and well paid job and a route into management positions or even setting up your own language school. What are the basic requirements for becoming a TEFL trainer? The first and most obvious requirement is to successfully complete a TEFL course. This experience will give you the basic knowledge you need to teach English and also a valuable insight into what it takes to be a good teacher trainer. Crucially, it is not necessary...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online without any teaching experience? It is possible and even routine for TEFL course graduates to start a new career teaching English online without any previous classroom experience. Due to a huge demand for online English language teachers that is set to grow year-on-year, it is perfectly normal to set foot into a virtual classroom as a teacher despite having never worked in any kind of teaching role before. How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? As an online English teacher, students from all over the world will want to connect with you and knowing their native language is in no way necessary. As with most English language classrooms, online teachers teach their students using a method known as total immersion. This teaching methodology...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online without any teaching experience? Yes, you can teach English online even if you lack prior teaching experience. With the rising demand for online English instructors, many TEFL course graduates are stepping into virtual classrooms for the first time. Possessing a TEFL qualification opens doors to numerous teaching opportunities, allowing individuals to embark on a rewarding teaching journey without previous classroom exposure. Table of Contents How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? How will a TEFL certificate help me in the online classroom? How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? To teach English without knowing a student's native language, online instructors often employ the total immersion method. In this...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online without any teaching experience? Yes, you can teach English online even if you lack prior teaching experience. With the rising demand for online English instructors, many TEFL course graduates are stepping into virtual classrooms for the first time. Possessing a TEFL qualification opens doors to numerous teaching opportunities, allowing individuals to embark on a rewarding teaching journey without previous classroom exposure. Table of Contents How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? How will a TEFL certificate help me in the online classroom? How do I teach English without knowing my student's language? To teach English without knowing a student's native language, online instructors often employ the total immersion method. In this...  [Read more]

How much can I earn teaching English online? This figure depends on a variety of factors including your qualifications, previous experience and the organization you work for. However, a typical hourly rate for online English teachers can range anywhere from $15 and $30. If, like most online teachers, you choose to work through an agency they will most likely take a cut of your pay as a fee for providing you with students and materials. The most popular teaching platforms for teaching English online include: Magic Ears: provides fun, interactive and efficient online English learning experiences to 4-12-year-old children in China. Magic Ears offers pay that is around 30% higher than the average and you can earn between $18 and $26 per hour. VIPKID: focuses on teaching children in Asia. All...  [Read more]

Teaching Abroad: How to Save Money & Pay off Loans   Join this live session to learn some great tips on how to enjoy your time teaching abroad without worrying about money. These tips can help you save money to pay off your student loans or add to your travel funds. Don't miss out! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

English Grammar -- Present Tenses --Overview -- Pay for English Teachers   While the Present Tenses are each covered individually in other ITTT videos this particular video reviews the four Present Tenses together. Looking at the tenses together helps to clarify and compare the different usages and structures. The video also highlights some of the problems that students may experience when learning and using the Present tenses. For example, in the Present Simple the use of the third person singular and the formation of the question form -- these can be problematic for students. In the Present Perfect, the Past Participle and irregular verbs can often be confusing for students. In the Present Perfect Continuous, the use of non-action verbs needs clarification. A TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Teaching Abroad: Saving Money & Paying off Loans - Here's how!   Join this live session to learn about several strategies that will help you make the most of your teaching abroad experience without money worries. Whether you want to save your earnings to pay off student debt or simply want to top up your funds for future adventures, these tips will help you on your way. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TESOL Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog...  [Read more]

Where do schools provide free housing and airfare?   English language teachers come across a range of pay and benefits that vary from one region to the next. Certain countries even provide free accommodation and airfare (+ other bonuses!) to their teachers. Let's have a look at the specific countries and regions during this live session. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Do you need a degree to teach online? Contrary to popular belief, possessing a degree isn't always a prerequisite for teaching online. While a TEFL certification might be preferred or even mandatory on some platforms, there are numerous others where it is sufficient on its own. Dive into our article for a comprehensive exploration of these options. Table of Contents Eight companies that do not require their online teachers to have a degree PalFish Lingoda Verbal Planet italki Preply Cambly Chatschool SkimaTalk Eight companies that do not require their online teachers to have a degree PalFish Typical hourly pay rate = US$10-30 Minimum weekly hours = 4 Lingoda Typical hourly pay rate = US$8-13 Minimum weekly hours = 5 Verbal Planet Typical hourly pay rate = US$12-26 Minimum weekly hours =...  [Read more]

Full time teacher required to teach English in Taiwan Date posted:2004-07-26 | Writer: Various | Email: [email protected] These are the options: school code #d3034locate in Gun-Sun area, Kaoishung, looking for one full time teacher ASAP, Work hour: Mon~Fri : AM09:00~11:30, PM15:00~19:30, the school pay 60000 per month, total no more then 100~120 teaching hours per month, Work Permit, kids age about 3~12 years old, after teacher stay for 12 months, school will offer fly ticket. school code #d3033locate in Sea-Hui town, ChungHua area, looking for 1 full time teacher ASAP, total 100 hours per week, school pay $NT 55000 per month. and Kid's age from 05~14 years old. school code #d3032locate in Taipei, Panchiao area, looking for 1 full/part time teacher ASAP, Mon, Wed, Thu and Fri : 4 days...  [Read more]

Which countries pay the best TEFL salaries? The highest TEFL salaries are offered in countries aiming to attract the most qualified teachers. While 'the best' can vary by country, high-paying TEFL jobs typically require advanced qualifications, such as a degree in education and a TEFL certification, as well as considerable teaching experience. Countries known for offering competitive TEFL salaries include the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Japan, South Korea, and China. These nations often also provide additional benefits like housing, flights, and health insurance, which contribute to the overall financial package for English teachers. Table of Contents Top ten paying countries for EFL teachers Top ten paying countries for EFL teachers Figures taken from a range of teaching...  [Read more]

Regular TEFL Vacancies in China Date posted:2010-07-28 | Writer: N.E.T.S | Email: [email protected] N.E.T.S. is dedicated to finding jobs teaching English in China for TEFL qualified native English speaking graduates, and supporting them through the whole experience. You are never alone. We will fully support you, from organising your visa and collecting you at the airport in China to ongoing teaching support. Typical benefits package includes an excellent salary, usually with free accomodation, utilities, flights, medical insurance and Chinese lessons (if you require them). For more information, and to apply, contact us by e-mail at the address given on the job heading.  Current Vacancies Shanghai Private English School: 4 teachers 9000 RMB per month, 1 year...  [Read more]

Which countries pay the best TEFL salaries? It is important to appreciate that higher salaries are made available to attract the best teaching candidates. What each country considers best does depend on the country, but there are some common factors regarding qualifications and experience when it comes to securing the top paying jobs. In general you need to be a native English speaker, have a degree, usually in education or a related field, and a minimum of a TEFL certificate (though often higher, such as a Diploma in TESOL). You will often see that a minimum of two years teaching experience is also needed. If you have all the above, you have a good chance of gaining employment in the first five of our top ten below. With some of them, you may be able to gain employment in the other five....  [Read more]

How much can I earn teaching English online? Earnings from teaching English online can vary based on qualifications, experience, and the employing platform. Generally, online English teachers can anticipate earning between $15 to $30 per hour. It is noteworthy that if you opt to work via an agency, a portion of your earnings may be deducted as fees for student acquisition and provision of teaching materials. The most popular teaching platforms for teaching English online include: Magic Ears: provides fun, interactive and efficient online English learning experiences to 4-12-year-old children in China. Magic Ears offers pay that is around 30% higher than the average and you can earn between $18 and $26 per hour. VIPKID: focuses on teaching children in Asia. All lesson plans and teaching...  [Read more]

English Teaching Opportunities in South Korea Date posted:2021-08-20 | Writer: Premier ESL Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Hello!We are a leading English Teacher recruiting service based in dynamic Seoul, South Korea. Since 2008, we’ve placed hundreds of new and experienced English teachers all over South Korea.  We’re a fully licensed recruiting service with the best, most trustworthy recruiters in the business. We have the experience, connections, and know-how to find your ESL dream job. If you’re ready to gain international experience and have a positive attitude for a new and exciting way of life, we have a great job waiting for you!Full time work:    Location: Seoul, SongpaStudents: Kinder and Elementary students.Working hours: 9:00am-...  [Read more]

English Teaching Opportunities in South Korea Date posted:2021-08-20 | Writer: Premier ESL Recruiting | Email: [email protected] Hello!We are a leading English Teacher recruiting service based in dynamic Seoul, South Korea. Since 2008, we’ve placed hundreds of new and experienced English teachers all over South Korea.  We’re a fully licensed recruiting service with the best, most trustworthy recruiters in the business. We have the experience, connections, and know-how to find your ESL dream job. If you’re ready to gain international experience and have a positive attitude for a new and exciting way of life, we have a great job waiting for you!Full time work:    Location: Seoul, SongpaStudents: Kinder and Elementary students.Working hours: 9:00am-...  [Read more]

Do you need a degree to teach online? The good news is that you do not need a degree to teach English online in many situations. We will expand on this throughout this article. The general qualification required to teach ESL either in person or online is a 120-hour TEFL or TESOL certification. This is seen as the entry level qualification and is usually required by most employers. Other qualities they will be looking for include, in no particular order: (i) Experience: Any formal teaching experience is highly regarded by employers. This may be just a few hours from your TEFL training with real classes, or volunteering at a summer school for example. The more your experience matches the type of teacher they are looking for (such as children or adult teaching) the better. Make sure your C.V...  [Read more]

TEFL in Shenyang, China Date posted:2006-10-04 | Writer: Talenty International Education | Email: [email protected] Talenty is looking for motivated individuals to work as English teachers or school managers in our friendly team. Talenty schools have been issued with permission by the Chinese bureau to offer employment to foreigners. We welcome people who speak native English with good educational background and mature attitude to teaching. We take care of foreign staff seriously, and pay accordingly to make their daily lives very comfortable in China. We offer benefits to all foreign staff, including free housing, monthly transportation and telephone allowances, proper medical coverage, overtime payment, four weeks of vacation a year, one-way or round trip airfare, free...  [Read more]

What are the start-up costs for teaching English abroad? Starting a journey teaching English abroad comes with specific initial costs. Predominantly, these start-up expenses involve: These costs can vary based on the chosen destination, but they provide a general framework for those venturing into teaching English overseas. Table of Contents How much does TEFL certification cost? What are the pros and cons of online TEFL courses? What are the pros and cons of in-class TEFL courses? Will I have to pay for my own airfare when teaching English abroad? What will I have to pay for on arrival when teaching English abroad? How much does TEFL certification cost? The price of a TEFL certification can range widely based on the course format and provider. At ITTT, online TEFL courses are...  [Read more]

Which platforms hire online English teachers? In the modern age where working online has become a common way to make a steady living, the opportunities for qualified English teachers have further branched out into what we call the ?virtual classroom?. There are countless online platforms and providers that offer English lessons online allowing students from all over the world to learn how to speak English from the comfort of their own home. Table of Contents The best employment options for teaching English online The most popular teaching platforms for teaching English online include: The best employment options for teaching English online There are two main options for online English teachers. The first option is to set up your own teaching website. This allows teachers to be...  [Read more]

Which platforms hire online English teachers? In the modern age where working online has become a common way to make a steady living, the opportunities for qualified English teachers have further branched out into what we call the ?virtual classroom?. There are countless online platforms and providers that offer English lessons online allowing students from all over the world to learn how to speak English from the comfort of their own home. The best employment options for teaching English online There are two main options for online English teachers. The first option is to set up your own teaching website. This allows teachers to be completely independent and free to set their own hours. However, it can take quite some time to find regular students and setting up a professional-looking...  [Read more]

Opportunity for Teaching EFL in Korea Date posted:2002-03-17 | Writer: Eprolab | Email: [email protected] Date: 17 March 2002 Current openings are as follows: Please contact [email protected] for more information, or call 011-9789-8302 (for English), or 031-972-4970. All the ordinary benefits such as housing, airfare, vacation, severance pay, medical insurance are all included in the offer. Requirement: BA degree, native American or Canadians, Australians, British, New Zealanders, Starting date: immediately , No weekend work, furnished housings, teaching kids. University positions and part time positions available. * Seoul Locations* 1. Location: Pyungchon (Seoul), 1 position, reputable institute -Hours: 120 hours -2 million won -shared housing -School has brand new classrooms,...  [Read more]

Opportunity for Teaching EFL in Korea Date posted:2002-03-17 | Writer: Eprolab | Email: [email protected] Date: 17 March 2002 Current openings are as follows: Please contact [email protected] for more information, or call 011-9789-8302 (for English), or 031-972-4970. All the ordinary benefits such as housing, airfare, vacation, severance pay, medical insurance are all included in the offer. Requirement: BA degree, native American or Canadians, Australians, British, New Zealanders, Starting date: immediately , No weekend work, furnished housings, teaching kids. University positions and part time positions available. * Seoul Locations* 1. Location: Pyungchon (Seoul), 1 position, reputable institute -Hours: 120 hours -2 million won -shared housing -School has brand new classrooms,...  [Read more]

How much is a TEFL course and how do I pay for it? At ITTT we have developed a wide range of TEFL certification courses to suit a variety of situations. Whether you are a complete beginner who is looking to kick start a new teaching career or an experienced teacher looking to increase their level of qualifications and knowledge, we have a good option for you. As each course varies in content they are all priced individually. Simply click on the course page that you are interested in for full details on cost and payment options. Table of Contents How do I pay for my TEFL course? Can someone else pay for my TEFL course? Do you offer any discounts on TEFL courses? Do you offer any financial aid for TEFL courses? Are there any additional fees at any time during the TEFL course? Are...  [Read more]