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Wed, 17 Feb 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Effective Ways to Manage a Classroom of Pre-Schoolers This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Danielle S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents 1. Positive Reinforcement in the classroom Here are some helpful ideas on positive reinforcement: 2. Negative Reinforcement in the classroom 3. Always believe in the student Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. Positive Reinforcement in the classroom There are many ways to manage a classroom, but positive reinforcement is the most effective strategy. Believing in...  [Read more]

How Should I Prepare for a TEFL Course? Although it is natural to be a little apprehensive before taking a TEFL/TESOL course, there is no need to get overly anxious or concerned. As long as you are enthusiastic, prepared to put in the hours and are open to new ideas, you should have no problem successfully completing the training. However, there are a few things you can do in the run up to your training course to ensure that it is a smooth process that ends with that all important certificate in your hand. Should I plan a schedule for my TEFL studies? If you take an online course, you will be able to set your own amount of study hours and choose when you do them. In this case, it is important to plan a study schedule and keep to it if you want to complete the course in the time frame you...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in New Zealand - Habits, Customs & Curiosities New Zealand is increasingly becoming one of the hottest destinations in the world, particularly for those who love the outdoor life and adrenaline sports. The country’s lively cities such as Auckland and Wellington also attract foreign visitors, including English language teachers who are able to take advantage of the country’s multicultural dynamic. On this page you will find a selection of guides to various aspects of life in the country, including the differences between the North and South Island, things to do in Auckland during your stay and a range of amazing activities you will only find in New Zealand. Travel Tips for New Zealand SOURCE: foursquare ....  [Read more]

How Should I Prepare for a TEFL Course? To optimally prepare for a TEFL course, start by managing your time and setting a dedicated study schedule. Revisiting grammar concepts will provide a strong foundation. Before the course begins, review any provided pre-course materials to familiarize yourself with the content. Ensure you have all necessary resources and materials at hand. Embrace opportunities to practice public speaking or teaching, even informally. Engaging with online TEFL communities can provide insights and shared experiences. Remember, enthusiasm and openness to learning are your best allies. Lastly, maintain a positive outlook and anticipate the rewarding journey ahead. Table of Contents Should I plan a schedule for my TEFL studies? Should I review English grammar rules...  [Read more]

Enthusiastic EFL Teacher Wanted for Young Learners in Malaysia Date posted:2019-04-28 | Writer: Emphasis English | Email: [email protected] Founded in 2004 by a native-English-speaking teacher, Emphasis English is one of Malaysia's premier English language centres and we are looking for another EFL teacher to join our team of native-English-speaking teachers in June 2019. Our focus is on teaching young learners, so the majority of our students are pre-school and primary school children. We teach a range of courses mainly focused on pre-school and primary school children. Our pre-school students are between 4 and 6 years old and develop through six levels. From there they progress to our courses for primary school students. Our primary school students are aged between 7 and 12 years...  [Read more]

TEFL in Salzburg, Austria Date posted:2006-11-20 | Writer: SFA Sprachreisen | Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]: Contact us 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.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts 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 unit primarily discussed course...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in The Dominican Republic Date posted:2009-03-16 | Writer: Academia Internacional de Cabrera | Email: [email protected] The Academia Internacional de Cabrera (AIC) is seeking two energetic and creative teachers for the 2009-2010 school year. AIC was established 2 years ago in the small town of Cabrera on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic. The aim of the school is to provide a quality, affordable bilingual education (Spanish and English) to local children. Located in a former disco, the pre-K through 7th grade school has around 100 students (90 Dominicans and about a dozen foreign students from the US, France, and Switzerland). There are currently 6 core staff (from the DR, England, Canada and Puerto Rico), 3 pre-school teachers, and 5 ancillary staff who teach...  [Read more]

Volunteer TEFL Teachers Required in Dominican Republic Date posted:2011-05-31 | Writer: Nueva Luz | Email: [email protected] We are located in Nagua on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. The volunteer project is organized in support of Nueva Luz Christian School (Colegio Evangelico Nueva Luz). We are starting a Bilingual project next scholar year 2011-2012 and are looking for TEFL qualified teachers who are prepared to be involved in supporting the school in teaching English and other subjects, as well as tutoring the students and counseling them, specially in pre-school, k to elementary and middle school. Our school is a mixed school offering formal Spanish education to pre-school, elementary, middle and High school students of Nagua area. We aim to encourage the students to...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Sweden Date posted:2012-07-30 | Writer: Futuraskolan | Email: [email protected] Futuraskolan is a group of schools in Stockholm, Sweden, offering education in English only, English/Swedish or Swedish only. A full-time, fully qualified English as an  additional language teacher is required to teach in our International school (EAL), and across our three bilingual schools (remedial/ESL). You must be eligible to work in Sweden and have a clear police record. The position commences ASAP. Salary is negotiable (commencing 28K monthly SEK).Requirements:Fully-qualified EAL / TEFL / TESOL  etcMother-tongue English imperativeHow to applyEmail CV to:Dr Jill Taylor at the e-mail address given on the job heading.Futuraskolan is a privately owned school...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Teachers & Learners – Language Levels of Learners A consideration for the categorization of your language learners is actually their language level. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic True Starters and False Beginners Elementary Level Pre-Intermediate Intermediate Upper Intermediate Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! So within any class the language level the students should all have, (assuming that your class is not a mixed ability class) is usually at one particular level. Typically your students will have had some form of level test to put them into one of the levels and in ESL teaching there...  [Read more]

Opportunities to Teach EFL in Korea Date posted:2010-07-21 | Writer: Morgan Recruiting Services | Email: [email protected] Poly schools in Seoul and Gyeongigdo are looking for qualified TEFL teachers to teach in their program. They are currently looking for teachers at several of their campuses for positions starting between August and November of this year. Poly School offers a North American curriculum for K-6 children and specializes in students who have studied English overseas. Poly School offers some of the highest starting salaries for teachers in Korea. The benefits for teachers include: - Some of the highest monthly salaries in Korea at up to 2.9 million/month- A well-established curriculum for teachers- Free single housing provided for teachers- Free pre-paid airfare...  [Read more]

Opportunities to Teach EFL in Korea Date posted:2010-07-21 | Writer: Morgan Recruiting Services | Email: [email protected] Poly schools in Seoul and Gyeongigdo are looking for qualified TEFL teachers to teach in their program. They are currently looking for teachers at several of their campuses for positions starting between August and November of this year. Poly School offers a North American curriculum for K-6 children and specializes in students who have studied English overseas. Poly School offers some of the highest starting salaries for teachers in Korea. The benefits for teachers include: - Some of the highest monthly salaries in Korea at up to 2.9 million/month- A well-established curriculum for teachers- Free single housing provided for teachers- Free pre-paid airfare...  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted to Teach EFL in Chile Date posted:2005-07-19 | Writer: TeachingChile | Email: [email protected] Chile's secondary schools and universities are hungry for native English speakers to assist in English-language instruction throughout the country. TeachingChile ( Contact us ) is a U.S. company that is managed, staffed and operated from an office in Santiago, Chile. The company?s charter is to help advance English in Chile by recruiting native English speakers to teach or to assist in English instruction in Chile?s schools and universities for one or two semesters (five or ten months) Chile continually rates highest amongst all Latin American countries for safety, and for economic and political stability. Chile?s export-driven economy is premised on strong...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Teaching Listening Strategies to Beginner Learners in Mexico May be Helpful Listening is an important skill in which learners need help in developing their abilities. Listening strategies are so helpful. By giving a learner, tools to listen to the learner can develop more control over his/her listening abilities. Many learners ask " Teacher, how can I improve my listening?" The truth of the matter is with training from teachers. We can apply strategies in class to help learners overcome the obstacles, which they encounter while listening. The spoken text varies greatly from written text, and these differences can affect the listeners' understanding. For example, when listening to spoken text the learner must process the...  [Read more]

TEFL in Serbia Date posted:2007-02-12 | Writer: SEAL - Foreign Languages Education Centre | Email: [email protected] The Seal Foreign Languages Education Centre is seeking two teachers, female or male, with a British or an Australian accent who are EFL qualified to take on a full-time teaching position in our schools in Bijeljina and Sarajevo (two of our four schools in Bosnia). The teachers should start as soon as possible. The position would be for a term (approx 5 months). Classes run Monday to Friday. Both teachers will be required to teach students from Pre-Intermediate to Advanced levels, with ages ranging from 12 to 50. Class sizes are usually between 6 to 12 students. The teachers will be required to work Monday to Friday (occassionally on Saturdays). Classes are...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Importance and Application of Created Materials in ESL Teaching When teaching English as a second language, one can find a variety of pre-made resources. From tried-and-true textbooks to authentic sources, an instructor can find a readily available structure for most lessons. However, to fully cater to one's students and their specific needs, a teacher must creatively produce relevant supplemental materials.For instance, one may encounter a broad range of information covered within a textbook; whether it be vocabulary or grammar, most English books offer a generalized base for students. Sometimes the reader may have insufficient explanations on grammar practices, or perhaps the students request...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Adapting Language Learning for Children (Ages 4-12): Strategies for Effective Instruction Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of language learning for children between the ages of 4 and 12. Delve into the developmental nuances of preschoolers and school-age/pre-puberty learners, while uncovering a treasure trove of effective teaching approaches. Whether you're an educator, parent, or language enthusiast, this article offers valuable insights and practical strategies to ignite young minds and unleash the full potential of language acquisition at each stage. Table of Contents Preschoolers (Ages 4-6): Fostering Creativity and Imagination School-Age/Pre-Puberty Learners (Ages 6-12):...  [Read more]

TEFL in Culiacan, Mexico. Date posted:2005-04-29 | Writer: Tecnologico de Monterrey | Email: [email protected]  A successful candidate will teach at both our Preparatoria and Profesional levels (equiv. to high school and college respectively). Candidates should preferably have 3 to 5 years of experience teaching English to non-native speakers (preferably overseas). The Tec de Monterrey system places a high value on the ability of its instructors to work collaboratively within academic departments in order to ensure that there is consistency across sections and to provide input into program evaluation and development. Because of this emphasis on collaboration, instructors are expected to be on campus from 8 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 6 pm so that they will be able to fulfill both...  [Read more]

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Planning Lessons to Achieve Better Results in ESL In all times when we need to do some activity, we need to think about what to do first, what to do second and what to do last. The same thing when we want to teach; we need to think about the order and the content of this lesson. In other words, we need to plan our lessons. A lesson plan is a detailed tool gathered in a soft or hard form to give instructions to the teacher. So, why planning lessons is important? Table of Contents The act of planning a lesson is a very capturing process. The essential purpose of the lesson plan is to guide teachers. Also, lesson planning is of great importance for new teachers. Another outstanding factor is that learners are considered as main benefits...  [Read more]

Opportunity to Teach TEFL in The Dominican Republic Date posted:2009-11-02 | Writer: Academia Internacional de Cabrera | Email: [email protected] The Academia Internacional de Cabrera (AIC) is fully staffed for the 2009-2010 school year. However, the school is actively seeking CVs/resumes from energetic, creative teachers who are flexible and available in the event that one of our current staff leaves on short notice (e.g., due to a family emergency). AIC was established 2 years ago in the small town of Cabrera on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic. The aim of the school is to provide a quality, affordable bilingual education (Spanish and English) to local children. The pre-K through 7th grade school has around 100 students (90 Dominicans and about a dozen foreign students,...  [Read more]

TEFL in Guadalajara, Spain Date posted:2005-09-13 | Writer: Anna Fernández Day | Email: [email protected] URGENT!!! Were are looking for EFL TEACHERS to teach English to children, teenagers and adults at all levels in Guadalajara, Spain (56 km from Madrid). Here is some information about the post: REQUIREMENTS Degree plus TEFL qualifications or experience. A driving licence and some knowledge of Spanish is helpful. FREELANCE JOB Teachers would commence on 3rd October, 2005 and end on 30th June, 2006. Monthly Freelance salary for a 16 hour week is approx. 960 An initial 16 hour week is offered, but this can be increased as the demand increases. WORKING HOURS Any time between 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., but most of the work is between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, and...  [Read more]

TEFL in Africa Date posted:2002-12-11 | Writer: IFESH | Email: [email protected] TEACHERS FOR AFRICA A Unique Overseas Teacher-Training Program Interested in Living & Teaching in sub-Saharan Africa? Positions: The International Foundation for Education and Self-Help (IFESH) invites applications from teachers, college and university professors, and school administrators who wish to spend one to two academic years helping to promote education reform and health awareness in English and French ñ³°¥aking African countries. Since 1992, the IFESH Teachers for Africa Program has placed more than 750 American teacher-volunteers in African schools, teacher training colleges, universities and government educational agencies. Most teachers will depart for their host countries in...  [Read more]

Teach English in Ethiopia - Addis Ababa Date posted:2005-03-15 | Writer: Ann Rispin | Email: [email protected] o Teaching English in international schoolso English medium class teaching from pre-school to Year Sixo Teaching English to Adultso Tutoring 'the poorest of the poor' on special sponsored projectso Running teachers professional courses (many subjects, especially methodology)o Editing English Language publicationso leading our 5 week Summer School in July/AugustAssignments 6 weeks to 1 year (2 years for senior levels) For further details e-mail [email protected] 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...  [Read more]

TEFL in Takamatsu, Japan Date posted:2008-02-27 | Writer: Academic Cultural Exchange | Email: [email protected] Starting on April 1st, Teaching adults & children, Teaching on site at ACE and off-site at companies, pre-schools, kindergartens, private homes, etc.  Salary 200,000-250,000 yen/month, accommodation available, 3 weeks paid holiday/year, return air ticket, sponsorship available. Contact Details: Academic Cultural Exchange 2-6-21 KawaramachiTakamatsu760-0052Japantel: [email protected] 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.   Register now & get...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Methods of Teaching Vocabulary in the Classroom While sentence structure and grammar are the foundation of the English Language, vocabulary is the glue that holds it together. An expansive vocabulary allows students to feel confident in their abilities and communicate more effectively. There are many methods of teaching vocabulary and in each class, the teacher may need to use different methods. This is because each class will be made up of different students each with their own learning style. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is vocabulary for? Lesson structure Sample Lesson Plan Depending on students' age An example of a more beginner class could entail: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today?...  [Read more]

TEFL in Vaasa, Finland Date posted:2004-11-09 | Writer: Vaasa English Playschool | Email: [email protected]   The Vaasa English Playschool, located in Vaasa, Finland, is seeking a qualified English Speaking Kindergarten/Pre-School Teacher for an English Language Immersion Kindergarten. ENGLISH MUST BE APPLICANT'S FIRST/NATIVE/MOTHER LANGUAGE. Position is full-time/40 hours a week, Monday-Friday. Competitive Salary with paid national holidays and accrued vacation time. Medical and Dental benefits are available through Finland's health care system. Position opens January 2005. Now accepting CV's and resumes. 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...  [Read more]

TEFL in Finland - Vaasa Date posted:2004-10-12 | Writer: Vaasa English Playschool | Email: [email protected] The Vaasa English Playschool, located in Vaasa, Finland; is seeking  a qualified English Speaking Kindergarten/Pre-School Teacher for an English Language Immersion Kindergarten. ENGLISH MUST BE APPLICANT'S FIRST/NATIVE/MOTHER LANGUAGE. Position is full-time/40 hours a week, Monday-Friday. Competitive Salary with paid national holidays and accrued vacation time. Medical and Dental benefits are available through Finland's health care system. Position opens January 2005. Now accepting CV's and resume's. 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...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Mastering Classroom Management: Strategies, Models, and Best Practices The development of classroom management understanding and skill is a process acquired over many years and characterized by discontinuities, especially as the teacher encounters new teaching contexts. In addition, beginning teachers' perspectives on classrooms are often incomplete and rapidly reorganize their pedagogical knowledge during student teaching. Developing an understanding of classroom management thus requires experience in classroom contexts to be pragmatic; that is, to be integrated into the network of scripts, expectations, and routines that the teacher will utilize in the classroom and result in the effective management of students....  [Read more]

Is grammar knowledge important when teaching English? When considering this question it is important to first outline the different types of class levels found in English language classrooms worldwide. A fairly common classification of EFL teaching levels is indicated by the book resources available. If you consider book series such as, Reward, New Headway, and many others, you will find five levels. These levels are, Starter (or Beginner), Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, and Upper-Intermediate. Now we have established the general language levels of students, we can now consider the four skills of English. The four skills It is very important to remember that there are four skills that are required by any language user. These four skills are, reading and listening (known as...  [Read more]

Is grammar knowledge important when teaching English? Understanding grammar is pivotal in teaching English effectively. While there are varying class levels in English language instruction, as indicated by resources like Reward, New Headway, and others, all these levels underscore the importance of grammar. Given its foundational role in language, a teacher's proficiency in grammar ensures that students build a strong base and communicate accurately. Table of Contents The four skills Typical grammar and vocabulary topics studied at each level Beginner/Starter Elementary/Pre-Intermediate Intermediate/Upper-Intermediate EFL exams and correspondence of levels Summary The four skills It is very important to remember that there are four skills that are required by any language user. These...  [Read more]