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Which are the best Spanish speaking countries for teaching English abroad? There are many benefits to be enjoyed while working overseas as an English language teacher, including the unique opportunity to be surrounded by a new language on a daily basis. If your dream is to perfect your Spanish language skills by living and working in a Spanish speaking environment, then you have several great options to choose from. There are over twenty countries with a combined population of nearly half a billion people where Spanish is the main language. Many of these also have a large demand for English language teachers. What are the benefits of teaching English in Spain? If you are looking to immerse yourself in Spanish culture and language, where better to do it than in Spain itself. Famous for...  [Read more]

The Most Popular TEFL Destinations For Teachers 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in China Linda Dunsmore Destinations China offers the largest EFL job market for both native and non-native English speakers. With over 300 million English learners, there are job opportunities in every corner of the country. Top 7 Spanish Speaking Countries for Teaching English Abroad Linda Dunsmore Destinations With over 400 million native speakers, Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world behind Chinese with 1.2 billion. English comes in third with 360 million native speakers worldwide. If you are interested in learning Spanish, check out the top seven Spanish-speaking countries for teaching English abroad. The 10 Best Destinations for Teaching English Abroad in 2018 ...  [Read more]

Which are the best Spanish speaking countries for teaching English abroad? There are several great Spanish-speaking destinations for teaching English abroad, here are our favorites right now: Each of these countries not only offers a vibrant Spanish-speaking setting but also has a significant demand for English teachers. Immerse yourself in the language and culture while shaping the future of eager learners. Table of Contents What are the benefits of teaching English in Spain? What are the benefits of teaching English in Mexico? What are the benefits of teaching English in Chile? What are the benefits of teaching English in Costa Rica? What are the benefits of teaching English in Argentina? What are the benefits of teaching English in Spain? If you are looking to teach English in...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English to Spanish Speakers The accelerated growth of English as a global language has made people from all around the world realize how important this one is nowadays, even in our everyday life we find English words and content wherever we look, technology, movies, tv, business, and internet are only some of them. Therefore, people from different nationalities around the globe, show a lot of interest in learning the English language. This time we are going to focus on Latin and Hispanic students and the challenges that these Spanish speakers encounter when learning English. Table of Contents Differences between Spanish and Latino Students Common roots Challenges in English Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Most Common Problems Students in Spain Face When Learning English For non-native English student in Spain, specific difficulties may be encountered when learning English. A good English teacher will help a student address those difficulties including, but not limited to, pronunciation, listening, and grammar. Table of Contents Lack in Listening Comprehension "Unlearning" Mispronunciation Regional Dialects Create More Difficulties Grammar Patterns and Word Order Are you ready to teach English in Spain? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post A good English teacher to non-native English students requires a solid foundation in the knowledge of English as the student relies on the teacher as the main source of the...  [Read more]

Older Posts Online or In-Class - Which TEFL Course Should You Take? Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information To find out whether it is best to complete your TEFL certification online as a distance learning course or in-class by attending a training center, you must understand the main differences between an online TEFL course and an in-class TEFL course. Top 7 Spanish Speaking Countries for Teaching English Abroad Linda Dunsmore Destinations With over 400 million native speakers, Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world behind Chinese with 1.2 billion. English comes in third with 360 million native speakers worldwide. If you are interested in learning Spanish, check out the top seven Spanish-speaking countries for teaching English abroad. Step-By-Step Guide to...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Mar 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Top 7 Spanish Speaking Countries for Teaching English Abroad Learning a new language while teaching English abroad is a great way to immerse yourself into a new culture. On top of that, a new language skill will be a great advantage when applying for jobs back home when you decide to return. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 7. Teaching English in Costa Rica 6. Teaching English in Chile 5. Teaching English in Argentina 4. Teaching English in Peru 3. Teaching English in Spain 2. Teaching English in Colombia 1. Teaching English in Mexico Are you ready to teach English in a Spanish-speaking country? Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! With over 400 million native speakers, Spanish is the second most...  [Read more]

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 Step-By-Step Guide to Legally Teaching English in South Korea | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal Destinations South Korea is an exciting location with prospering career opportunities in English language teaching for many around the world. Here's our step-by-step guide to legally teaching English in South Korea. Top 10 Cities in Asia with the Highest Demand for English Language Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Destinations Are you thinking about teaching English in Asia? Check out the top 10 cities in Asia with the highest demand for English...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in Guatemala - Habits, Customs & Curiosities Guatemala is one of the most visited countries in Latin America due to its beautiful natural landscapes and fascinating culture. The demand for qualified English language teachers is also very strong, making it a great place to start an exciting EFL career. This guide covers a range of information, including recommended vaccinations, the best places to see in the country, the best time to travel, as well as the local food and tipping culture. As Guatemala is a Spanish speaking country, we also recommend having a look at the Spanish language section before you leave. Traveling Guatemala Guide SOURCE: Wandershare Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English Around The World Is English the most and widely language ever used in the history of this world? Yes. It does mean that it's the only one spoken though. There are many other important languages in the world, but when it comes to business, English is the most spoken of them all. Table of Contents The Breadth of English Diversity of English Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Hector R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Beginning with the Mayans, later on, the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans all knew the mechanics to create a bond with other societies. Trading goods and...  [Read more]

Institute Professional TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Institute Professional TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.M. - U.S.A. said: English as a Global Language English has become a global language because of its people. Looking into the past, one finds that the British Empire had expanded across the globe into nearly every continent and had helped to expand English via trade. Also helping to motivate non-English speakers to learn English was trade from Britain to their territories during the Industrial Revolution. However, the Industrial Revolution was not confined to...  [Read more]

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a World Language English is considered a universal language, mainly because it is widely spoken all over the world. English was originally the language of England. Its expansion became imperative due to the dominance in world trade, religion, technology, tourism, education and so on. UK expansion and incursion of the USA as the first world power saw the migration of the English language all over the world. About 70 countries adopt the English language as their official language and statistics have it that the English language is one of the easiest languages to learn when compared with other languages like Chinese, French, German or Spanish. Table of Contents English Prevalence English in Asia ESL Career Difficulties Do...  [Read more]

Can I learn a foreign language while teaching English abroad? Certainly! Teaching English abroad uniquely positions you for rapid foreign language acquisition. Immersion in a new culture, surrounded by native speakers daily, is one of the most effective methods to grasp a language. As an English teacher abroad, every interaction - from daily errands to classroom engagements - becomes an invaluable opportunity to hone your linguistic abilities. Table of Contents What are the benefits of learning a foreign language when teaching English abroad? Can I learn Chinese while teaching English abroad? Can I learn Arabic while teaching English abroad? Can I learn Spanish while teaching English abroad? Can I learn French while teaching English abroad? What other languages can I learn while...  [Read more]

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why is English Considered a Global Language? Most people consider English to be a global language because it is the one language that is spoken and understood by the majority of the population in almost every region of the world. What is a global language? While there is no official definition, it refers to a language that is learned and spoken internationally by native and second language speakers (Mastin, 2011). There are approximately 360 million native English speakers and almost twice as many speaking it as a second language, making English one of the topmost spoken languages in the world (Klappenbach, 2019). English is undoubtedly in just about every sector whether it is in education, medicine, business, technology,...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Most Common Problems for English Learners in Spanish-Speaking Colombia For this assignment, I decided to research problems experienced by Colombian students learning English. I will be teaching English in Colombia and thought this subject would benefit me. My findings more generally reflect the difficulties of Spanish-speaking learners. The paper outlines the top ten difficulties for Spanish-speakers learning English (vocabulary, spelling/pronunciation, subject-verb-agreement, verb tense, dialects, subject omission, pronunciation, stress, slang, and literal translations) based on CCJK (2019). Where possible I relate this information to my experiences/examples and units in the TEFL course. Table of Contents Vocabulary difficulties...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The 7 Most Common Problems for ESL Learners from Chile This essay displays my own experience as well as information from other (internet) resources. I work as an English teacher in Chile, mainly teaching professionals in the mining industry. Table of Contents 1. False cognates 2. Spelling 3. Use of the subject 4. Pronunciation 5. Hacer and to do and to make 6. Third-person 7. Prepositions Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Only 3 to 5 percent of the population in Chile speaks proficient English. The Ministry of Education created a plan to upscale the level of English and the percentage of English speakers in the country. They welcome teachers from abroad. Chile is a Spanish speaking country. Spanish speakers...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Can English Influence a Student's Career English is my first language, however, I studied Spanish throughout high school growing up in the Midwest and eventually received a Master's degree in Spanish Literature. I learned to speak Spanish very well after becoming a high school Spanish teacher for eight years and then a principal for elementary and secondary schools for 26 more years speaking Spanish to new immigrant students and parents the whole time. Table of Contents Bilingualism Confidence Advantages and Perspectives Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rex P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English Impact on The ESL Students' Future Career Perspectives English is one of the topmost spoken languages globally, along with languages such as Spanish and Mandarin. Just as being an EFL teacher can open many opportunities throughout the world for teachers, learning English as a foreign language can significantly impact students and help them gain access to new avenues in their careers. Table of Contents Benefits of Speaking English as a Second Language Bilingual Education Opportunities and Benefits 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...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My Foreign Language Experience and Why I Want to be TEFL/TESOL Certified As someone of mixed heritage, I have always had an interest in learning about cultures other than the one I live in America. My father is Colombian and my mother is American, so growing up I felt obliged to learn more about the Colombian background I was fairly unfamiliar with. Table of Contents First-Language Background Interest in Foreign Cultures Work Abroad English Teaching Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Catherine P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. First-Language Background I never...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Helping Spanish Native Speakers to Get Motivated and Confident to Participate in EFL Lessons To finish the TEFL course, I would like to write on a topic that worries many EFL high school teachers in Spain: the lack of motivation, improvement, and participation of their students in the classroom. This is a topic that was widely discussed during my MA in Foreign Language Teaching. For this reason, I would like to take this opportunity to do some further research on this since I believe it's a topic of ultimate importance to all EFL teachers working in Spain. I will discuss how to solve this issue through the use of IT created to facilitate school exchanges. Table of Contents National Statistics Reasons of the Problem Student...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 May 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Main Problems of Teaching Formal and Informal Language The difference between formal and informal grammar is very apparent both in everyday life and during ones time as a teacher of English as a foreign language. These differences, I believe, play an important part in why many language learners find it so difficult to understand and become fluent. Table of Contents The Problems that Teachers Encounter The Problems that Learners Encounter The Dilemma that Teachers Face Finding the Right Balance in the Future Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Daniel B. The Problems that Teachers Encounter As a native English...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences 3 Common Pronunciation Problems for Students in Peru Difficulty with pronunciation is likely something that every EFL teacher will face at one point or another in their career. Every language in the world has different ways of pronouncing different words/ letters. In addition to this, most speakers of other languages have heavy accents that can make pronouncing English words very difficult. This can be a challenge when teaching English as a foreign language. It can be especially challenging because not all learners around the world will face the same problems. Students in Vietnam will likely have different pronunciation problems than students in Kenya and students in Brazil will likely have different pronunciation problems than students...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a Communication Method in Global Sense English is learned and spoken by a large number of people worldwide. In Shakespeare's time, the number of English speakers in the world is thought to have been between five and seven million. According to linguist David Crystal, "Between the end of the reign of Elizabeth I (1603) and the beginning of the reign of Elizabeth II (1952), this figure increased almost fiftyfold, to around 250 million" (The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language, 2003). It's a common language used in international business, which makes it a popular second language for many. English as a global language has made it impossible for cultural diversity to develop.English is easy to learn, has a high...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why English is so Powerful to Influence A Student's Future Career These days the importance of knowing English is more tangible than before which made it one of the core factors of literacy level. What is more, there are so many benefits to learning English and the impacts it has on people's business life are numerous. To name a few; it paves the way to improve and get promoted at work or opens up more job opportunities for each individual inside or outside their country. In this essay, each reason will be discussed. Table of Contents Firstly, learning English creates a variety of job opportunities for those who seek a job. English Expertise Thirdly, there are various types of careers each individual can pursue. Do you want to teach...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations The 5 Best Places to Learn French When Teaching English Abroad It's no secret that one of the best ways to immerse oneself into a new culture is by learning the local language. Teaching English abroad is the perfect way to learn a new language, which will also come in handy when looking for a job back home if you decide to return. Table of Contents 5. Geneva, Switzerland 4. Quebec, Canada 3. Antananarivo, Madagascar 2. Mons, Belgium 1. Montpellier, France Listen to this blog post Are you Ready to Live and Teach English In a French-Speaking Country? Related Articles: French is widely spoken in parts all across the world and is ranked the sixth most spoken language worldwide after Mandarin Chinese, English, Hindi, Spanish and Arabic....  [Read more]

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Common Challenges in English for Ecuadorian Learners The native language in Ecuador is Quichua, an Inca language. It is spoken by the Indian population, but Spanish is the most common, widely spoken language. Besides Spanish, ten native languages are spoken in Ecuador. English is the most spoken foreign language amongst tourist providers and professionals. For this reason, English is taught in most schools as a Foreign Language. Table of Contents Lack of practice Possible solution Educational system Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jemma W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT....  [Read more]

Wed, 02 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems Students in Mexico Face When Learning English Most of the Mexican learners have difficulties with English due to a lack of the use of English in daily life. Most people in Mexico do not normally have real contact with English outside the classroom. They are usually only exposed to it through the media, such as online channels or music videos but most of them never listened to a real conversation in English or practiced a real-life situation (as asking for directions, ordering food, etc). If you are interested in teaching English in Mexico, this article will be very helpful as it highlights the most common problems students in Mexico face when learning English. Table of Contents Lack of using English in...  [Read more]

TEFL Vacancy in Chile Date posted:2017-08-31 | Writer: Smooth Talkers | Email: [email protected] Smooth Talkers is a company formed on 2012, winner of Chile's Seed Capital Entrepreneur Award in the same year.  We offer customized English courses to companies and individuals in Santiago de Chile, from beginner to advanced courses, and business focused courses.  Classes are held at client's homes or offices, from beginner to advanced levels, to individuals or small groups. We are looking for motivated native or fluent English speakers with teaching experience or qualifications. You do not need a university degree in the field, but you should have a TEFL certificate or similar. You should be comfortable responding to grammar questions, but also fostering an...  [Read more]

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 Julia Erbacher Alumni Experiences Teaching English in Spain - Alumni Report by Julia E. TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! What is your nationality? I am American. Table of Contents What is your nationality? What city and state are you from? How old are you? What is your education level and background? Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been? Where did you study? What made you interested in going to teach English abroad? What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad? Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT? Which TEFL certification course did you take? How did you like the course? How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position? Which city and country did you decide to teach English in and why? How long...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The Neutral Language: Why the lack of formal and informal language sets English apart For the last year, I have been learning Korean in my free time. Besides the obvious differences in alphabet, pronunciation, and grammar structure, one of the most striking differences between English and Korean is the use of formal and informal language. I was intrigued by the idea that a person speaks to different people in different politeness levels based on age or hierarchy, and was surprised to find that a majority of other languages also follow some form of this approach. Table of Contents Formal and Informal Language Formal Language in English The Lack of Rules The Pros and Cons of Learning a Neutral Language Listen to this...  [Read more]