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Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles How I Accidentally Discovered My Passion For Teaching And Decided To Make It a Career | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This story is written by one of our TEFL course alumni who discovered their passion for teaching by accident and decided to pursue a career in ESL. 4 Super Easy Tips for Teaching Vocabulary to Young Learners | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Teaching vocabulary is a large part of teaching English to young learners. Here are 4 super easy tips to help you when teaching this specific type of class. The best thing...  [Read more]

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The best thing I've learned from my TEFL/TESOL course - by Samantha M. Before making my way through these certificate programs, I have had very minimal teaching experience, especially regarding teaching language. I have taken language classes, and I am a coach for Speech and Debate at a high school. I previously thought I would be able to handle teaching English as a foreign language without very much training or though. How much could really be beyond what I was seeing as a student and coach? I could definitely handle it. Well, I soon learned I was extremely wrong. I thought to take these courses on a whim because it would not hurt to have the training, even if I knew what was being taught. I quickly learned that there was a whole...  [Read more]

EFL Teaching Job in Peru Date posted:2011-05-09 | Writer: Brittany Group | Email: [email protected] Brittany Group is a reputable school in Peru. We have three institutes located in Arequipa and are expanding. We have part time and full time positions available for TEFL qualified teachers who have at least one year's experience. The school’s main focus is to teach students of all levels and provide the best curriculum suited to individual needs. Most classes are conversational lessons between intermediate and advanced level lasting an hour and a half. The typical work schedule is 18 days a month with 6 or 7 days off. We pay around 10 Peru Soles per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Contact us at the e-mail address given on the job heading for...  [Read more]

TEFL in Biella, Italy Date posted:2006-07-04 | Writer: CALLAN SCHOOL | Email: [email protected] We are looking for enthusiastic and hard working teachers, with TEFL/TESOL Certificate RSA/Cambridge or Trinity College, experience and knowledge of the Italian language are not necessary. MUST hold a European passport, have a teaching certificate, be mother-toungue and we give preference to candidates with a driving licence. The school is situated in Biella, in the North West of Italy, between Milan and Turin.(Contact us) We are recruiting 2 teachers with a full time contract from mid September to the end of June 2007. The school, at the moment, has 8 teachers, we teach all levels, to children, teenagers and adults. Groups, one to one lessons, in companies and schools. We prepare all...  [Read more]

Immediate Job Opening for EFL Teachers in Taiwan Date posted:2015-02-09 | Writer: Joy English School | Email: [email protected] Joy English School currently has a full-time TEFL position available. Recently qualified TEFL graduates or teachers with Residency through marriage welcome! The job involves teaching Elementary & Junior High School students Monday to Friday in the late afternoons from 4:30 to 9pm plus some Saturday hours. Average Number of Students in Class: 6-16. Guaranteed 20 hours/week, extra BONUS NT$1,000/m & a year contract completion bonus NT$15,000. Free housing, ARC, work permit & health insurance provided. Complete lesson plans & full Curriculum offered. Established over 10 YEARS! We are a branch of Joy English Organization with more than 250...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Best Thing I Have Learned From My 120-hour TEFL/TESOL Course Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This story is written by one of our TEFL course alumni who explains the best thing they learned from their 120-hour TEFL course from ITTT. The Difference Between Business English and General English For EFL Teachers Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This story is written by one of our TEFL course alumni who shares their thoughts on the differences in teaching business English compared to business English. 8 Important Tips For Good Classroom Management Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This story is written by one of our TEFL course alumni who shares 8 important tips for good classroom management. The Benefits of...  [Read more]

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Importance of Establishing Rapport for Successful Learning Creating a positive, healthy relationship with students might not be first on the list in people's minds when they thinking of "Teaching 101." However, establishing rapport with students is crucial for achieving learning success in the classroom. Students who are learning the English language may be apprehensive to try (and sometimes fail) to speak in front of their peers or to express their ideas in new ways. Table of Contents What's more necessary for ESL students? Theory Process of relationships building Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Classroom Management is Important for Learning Class management is an important component of the classroom. A well-managed class, free of distraction, will not only keep the students focused on learning, but will provide them with an environment that is safe, comfortable, and stable for their education. Also, this will enable the students to be at ease in sharing their ideas and create excitement for learning in the classroom. Table of Contents Safety and Comfort Focus Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Samantha P. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas General Rules on Building Relationships With ESL Students Whether you are a seasoned professional starting a new year at a school you've taught at for years, or you're teaching your very first ESL class, the first-day teaching can be very intimidating. Teaching English as a second language, whether in your home country or a non-English speaking country, can be especially difficult due to the language barrier faced by both the students and the teacher. Because of the language barrier in ESL classes, it is vital to build rapport with your students to create a productive and comfortable learning environment. Table of Contents Why do you need rapport + The first method for that Another great tool for establishing rapport is learning...  [Read more]

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Should Colloquial or “Urban” Language Ever be Used? Some form of Slang language is universally used all around the world. Almost all countries have words and phrases that could be identified as 'slang and so, when is it appropriate to use this type of language? Is it a good idea to let students be exposed to slang language whilst they are studying English at a formal level and as a non-native English speaker?There are many instances where some slang form of English should and should not be used, here are a few examples with discussion. Table of Contents In the workplace Public services Abroad (on holiday) Family and friends What are the advantages and disadvantages of using slang as a form of language? Is it correct to allow...  [Read more]

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Parents Role in EFL Education "Parents are the ultimate role models for children. Every word movement and action affects…" this opinion expressed by Bob Keeshan is supported by many people worldwide. Is this true? What are some of the roles they model? How do these roles impact their child's education? Henceforth let us take a look at some of the parents' education in the education of their children, then briefly look at some of the impact observed in students' attitude in an English class?Parents play many roles in education, and that role begins on the day of the child's birth (Although there are many studies out there that argue that it starts in utero). Studies have shown that children...  [Read more]

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Systematic Problems for Learners of English in Japan Next year, Japan will host the thirty-second Olympiad in the capital city of Tokyo. To correspond with the timing of the 2020 Olympics, Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (hereafter MEXT) has laid out a plan for the reform of English education to meet the future needs of Japanese students in a globalized world. However, this plan presents several challenges for current and future learners of English in the Japanese educational system. Table of Contents Education System Modernization Demand in English-Speaking Professional Teachers JET Program Peculiarities International Examination for Japanese English Learners Do you want to teach English...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Behavioral and Cognitive Development Theory in Teaching Listen to this blog post: Behavioral and Cognitive Development Theory in Teaching "Teachers must learn how to teach… they need only to be taught more effective ways of teaching", (B. F. Skinner 1972). Understanding how these theories of learning suggested by philosophers can bring or has brought about a change in teaching helps teachers to be very effective in the classroom as they aid in shaping the lives of young men and women for the future. Two great theories of learning that have impacted teaching are Behaviorism and Cognitive development theory. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Behavioral and Cognitive Development Theory in Teaching Why...  [Read more]