Spanish Speaking Places

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, 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]

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]

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information 10 Female Travel Bloggers You Should Be Following Right Now Are you planning on quitting the 9-to-5 and embark on an adventure of traveling the world? The following 10 women have done exactly that. Most of them got their TEFL certificate and are teaching English abroad, while others started out teaching and are now full-time travelers. Here are 10 female travel bloggers you should be following! Table of Contents @curiositytrav @lindagoeseast @ginabearsblog @milesofsmiles @lifeofbrit @thatbackpacker @eternalexpat @wander.dolls 9 @courtneylikkel 10 @feministglobetrotter Are you ready to live and teach English abroad? Related Articles: @curiositytrav Jessica from @curiositytrav is from San Diego and has visited 40 countries...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What are Common Pronunciation Challenges Faced by L2 English Learners in Mexico? Spanish speakers from Mexico face several challenges for acquiring successful pronunciation skills in English. Many students here will have had at least some exposure to English through media and contact with American-English speakers, however, this does not mean that they will have a complete understanding of the phonemic system in English and how it differs from that of Spanish. This essay will briefly describe some outcomes stemming from pronunciation problems in students, followed by an overview of the basic phonetic and phonological differences between English and Mexican Spanish with examples and discussion around the rules that govern English...  [Read more]

EFL Teacher Needed For Dynamic School in Valladolid, Spain Date posted:2017-08-29 | Writer: Idiomas Watson | Email: [email protected] Idiomas Watson is a dynamic and growing school in the heart of Valladolid with a great combination of student ages and teacher nationalities, centering mainly on spoken English. Although we have been in business for over 20 years, our demand for English teachers is growing as more Spanish children, university students and professionals are required to speak English for their careers and find our methods of mainly spoken English highly effective. We are looking for professional and enthusiastic native speaking teachers. The position involves teaching general English to all ages and levels and some business English. Classes include teenagers and...  [Read more]

Top Ten TEFL Destinations China, our first place country, has the largest demand for English teachers in the world and an abundance of teaching jobs for newly qualified and experienced teachers alike. As such, salaries and benefits vary considerably, but experienced and qualified teachers can expect good pay and benefits that can include paid accommodation and airfare. In second place, South Korea has long been a popular destination for English teachers. The salary and benefits you receive here are generally better than elsewhere in the region and newly qualified teachers can expect to earn enough to be able to save a substantial amount every month. Benefits include paid airfares, free accommodation, end of contract bonuses and medical insurance. At number three, Japan offers very...  [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]

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]

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Top 5 Off-The-Beaten-Track Countries for Teaching English Abroad The worldwide EFL market is ever-changing with new hotspots and trends popping out of nowhere on a regular basis. If you don't want to teach English in one of the common EFL destinations, like China, Mexico or Italy, this list of the top 5 off-the-beaten-track countries for teaching English abroad might get you inspired. Table of Contents Guatemala - The Land of Eternal Spring Indonesia - The Emerald of the Equator Colombia - The Land of Happiness Turkey - The Land of the Crescent Moon Myanmar - The Golden Land Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English in one these off-the-beaten-track locations? Guatemala - The Land of Eternal Spring With a diverse range of...  [Read more]

Teach Young Learners EFL in Spain Date posted:2015-10-14 | Writer: The English House | Email: [email protected] The English House is a small, highly regarded academy based in Alcañiz in the heart of rural Aragón. We have an opening for a lively and enthusiastic EFL teacher capable of teaching all age groups but especially comfortable working with primary level children. We teach highly communicative English to children and adults as well. Class sizes are typically between 6 and 8 students, there are no weekend classes and each week we hold a discussion or training workshop for teachers. Alcañiz is a provincial town of around 15,000 inhabitants. People are friendly and the demand for English is high which helps our teachers integrate quickly with the local community. So if you...  [Read more]

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 Maria Ducha Destinations 4 Reasons Why Argentina is a Great Place To Teach English Abroad Argentina is not only the fourth most populated Spanish-speaking country in the world but it also offers great opportunities for English teachers all over the country. Attracted by the vibrant culture, exciting nightlife and spectacular natural wonders, many thousands of people come to live and work in Argentina each year. Table of Contents Fascinating Natural Beauty Marvelous History, Culture, and Architecture Welcoming and Vibrant Locals Attractive Job Opportunities Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English in Argentina? Related Articles Find out why Argentina is a great place to teach English abroad in this article. Fascinating Natural Beauty The scenery of...  [Read more]

Teach English in San José, Costa Rica (2) Date posted:2012-03-22 | Writer: The Swan English Learning | Email: [email protected] The Swan English Learning in San José is looking for native English speaking EFL teachers who are capable of teaching a variety of levels and ages. We have courses from a basic to advanced level English. We also offer English for children, young adults, English for business, conversational English and other courses which are taught either in our own facilities or at clients' premises. Benefits include excellent pay, training, and free Spanish classes. Both full time and part time positions are available.We have over six years in the market place, having first set up in 2005. We have a wide range of clients for individual, group and corporate classes.For...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Motivation as a Tool to Get Students Interested According to the Oxford Dictionary, motivation is 'the desire or willingness to do something.' On the one hand, most of the students who take a foreign language course should have the desire and enthusiasm to learn and develop their skills in that second language; for future career prospects, travel purposes, to study or live in a country whose local language is different from their mother tongue, etc. On the other hand, a few of them won't have any interest at all and they will attend the lessons with neither intention nor motivation. Table of Contents My Teaching Experience Reluctant Students How Did I Motivate Students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

TEFL Cusco | TEFL Peru Join our TEFL course in Peru and experience life at the nexus of prehistory and modern culture. Cusco is undoubtedly one of the best locations to take your TEFL course in South America. As if that isn't enough, once your course is finished, we will provide you with lifetime assistance finding employment. Teaching English in Peru is a great experience and our TEFL course in Cusco has proved to be increasingly popular. Considered the gateway to Machu Picchu, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, Cusco is a wonderful city to visit and explore. Though many people think of it as a small village, Cusco is actually a bustling city of 400,000 people. There is a plethora of museums, markets, cultural and historical sites within the city limits that are easily...  [Read more]

Tue, 24 May 2022 Tamara Jennings Teaching Ideas Media Influences in Assisting with ESL Learning While there is great value in learning a second language, it can also be quite time-consuming. It also requires a good amount of patience and determination. Thanks to technology, the bright side is that learning doesn't always have to feel like work! Continue reading to find out ways to use media to your advantage in assisting students with enjoyable ways to gain their target language skills. Table of Contents Music Social Media YouTube Conclusion: Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! I love Spanish, and when I set out to really learn the language in 2019, I started by taking two...  [Read more]

School Looking for EFL Teachers in Turkey Date posted:2015-12-09 | Writer: One World Language Academy | Email: [email protected] One World Language Academy is an independent teaching agency looking for experienced, qualified native level EFL teachers to join our team in Istanbul, Turkey. An ideal candidate would be outgoing, energetic and have a good grasp of grammar, with a TEFL qualification. We are particularly interested in finding teachers with experience in business English and test preparation. We've been running our school since 2009, and are all former English teachers ourselves who broke away and started our own company. The majority of the work we do involves providing private one-on-one lessons for local people looking to improve their English. We teach all sorts of...  [Read more]

What is EFL? EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language. It is a term widely recognized in the English language teaching industry, renowned for its many acronyms like TEFL, TESOL, ESOL, and ESL. Specifically, EFL refers to the teaching or studying of English by non-native speakers. While it has distinctions, it is often used interchangeably with other similar acronyms in the context of English education. Table of Contents What is the difference between EFL and ESL? What is EFL in the classroom? Who are EFL students? What is the difference between EFL and ESL? EFL, or English as a Foreign Language, pertains to students learning English in a country where English isn't the primary language, such as a Spanish-speaker studying English in Mexico. They predominantly communicate in their...  [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]

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences How Teaching Slang Can Benefit Your ESL Students Stepping onto my flight from Miami to Santiago, Chile, I was confident in my Spanish skills. After all, I had taken nearly seven years of Spanish classes in middle and high school. However, when I landed I found, not only did I not understand 80% of what my host family said to me, they couldn't understand me either. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: "Learning slang words is immensely helpful." "I was more motivated to retain these pieces of vocabulary and try them out in an attempt to sound more natural." "Learning slang can also open up the conversation for cultural exchange." "There are many activities that could be used to teach slang words." Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Opportunities For TEFL Teachers in Spain Date posted:2010-08-12 | Writer: Point-English | Email: [email protected] Point-English language school in San José de La Rinconada, Sevilla , Spain, has full time positions available for a 9 month contract commencing 1st October till the end of June. We require friendly and dedicated native English speaking TEFL teachers for our ever-expanding centre. We are located 10 minutes from the centre of Sevilla, the capital of Andalusia. Our students are young learners, teens and adults.Candidates should have:* University Degree* TEFL /TESOL / CELTA or Trinity* 1 year’s full time experience including with young children* EU passport or residency* A working knowledge of Spanish* Experience with and knowledge of YLE and UCLES exams an advantage, as...  [Read more]

TEFL in Costa Rica (San Jose) Date posted:2008-01-14 | Writer: English to Go Ltda | Email: [email protected] English to Go in San Jose, Costa Rica has immediate openings (January start dates) for qualified ESL teachers. Teach English to employees and executives in their workplace during the week and explore Costa Rica's rainforests, volcanoes and world class beaches on the week end. Minimum requirements are: Native born, North American English speaker (preferred) Candidates from other English speaking countries will be considered based on their accent or hopefully lack of. University Graduate (B.A.or higher preferred) ESL teaching certificate: CELTA, TESOL, TEFL etc… or minimum 2 years ESL teaching experience Able to commit to 6 months or 1 year (minimum 6 month commitment) ...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Costa Rica Date posted:2007-04-17 | Writer: English to Go Ltda. | Email: [email protected] English to Go in San Jose Costa Rica has immediate openings for qualified ESL teachers Teach English to employees and executives in their workplace during the week and explore Costa Rica's rainforests, volcanoes and world class beaches on the week end. Minimum requirements are: Native born, North American English speaker (preferred) Candidates from other English speaking countries will be considered based on their accent or hopefully lack of. University Graduate (B.A. or higher preferred) ESL teaching certificate: CELTA, TESOL, TEFL etc… or minimum 2 years ESL teaching experience Able to commit to 6 months or 1 year (minimum 6 month commitment) ...  [Read more]

TEFL Certificate Argentina Capital city Buenos Aires Language Spanish Currency Peso Typical TEFL teacher salary US$ 15 per hour Major TEFL locations Buenos Aires   The Country Argentina is a good place for newly qualified teachers to gain English teaching experience. Learning the English language is seen to be important and so good teachers of English are in high demand. Argentina is a wonderful place to teach English and is now a very inexpensive destination. Native speaking and TEFL qualified English language teachers should be able to find a teaching position in Buenos Aires and other large cities fairly quickly. You will teach classes from a wide variety of backgrounds. Your students will come from a broad range of age groups, professions and social groups. There are a...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Challenges For Students of Different Nationalities I am from the United States and my native language is English. I am currently living in the Philippines, so I have been encountering language issues a lot lately. I have desperately been trying to learn Tagalog, and it is a major challenge. Table of Contents Teacher's experience of learning a foreign language Rapport Rules Weird exceptions Phonetic challenges Spelling challenges Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gabriel T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teacher's experience of learning a foreign language Along...  [Read more]

Teach English in Costa Rica Date posted:2018-05-28 | Writer: Whittemore de Costa Rica, S.A. | Email: [email protected] Whittemore de Costa Rica, S.A., an English Academy based in San Jose, is looking for a few good teachers who are TEFL certified native level English speakers, to teach English as a second language at the corporate offices of our clients, and will be in Costa Rica for at least six months. By all means contact us to enquire about the position, but the best time to visit Costa Rica to be interviewed (we do not complete hiring over the Internet), would be the beginning of January, through the end of September. If you don’t have a job lined up by the end of September, there is no reason to come to Costa Rica, unless you like very long vacations. Costa Rica loves the...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations The Top 5 TEFL Destinations for Adrenaline Junkies and Adventure Seekers Teaching English abroad is an adventure all by itself but there are some TEFL destinations that really take the cake for adrenaline junkies and adventure seekers. Here's our list of the best places that won't leave you bored when you're not in the classroom. Table of Contents 1. Leon, Nicaragua 2. Kathmandu, Nepal 3. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 4. Hong Kong and Macau 5. Futaleufu, Chile Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: 1. Leon, Nicaragua Nicaragua is filled with adventurous places but the city of Leon really wins the crown. Only here, you can balance on a piece of wood and zoom down the side of an active volcano. If that's...  [Read more]

Teach English in Cuenca, Ecuador Date posted:2006-05-08 | Writer: CEDEI English Department | Email: [email protected] CEDEI English Department [email protected] has positions available starting RIGHT NOW (May)!! Positions are available to teach adults, teenagers, and children. We are also hiring for positions in June and October. High in the Andes, CEDEI is located in the charming colonial city of Cuenca, Ecuador. We are a large language school with 700 students and a native English speaking staff of 35 teachers. We require all of our teachers to be native speakers, to have a college degree and TEFL certification. We also require a minimum commitment of six months. We offer classes to adults, university students, teenagers and seven to eleven year old children. Our classes are...  [Read more]

Which countries have a TEFL placement program? If you want to have a job in place and all the paperwork sorted out before you leave your home country, a TEFL placement program is certainly worth considering. Several countries across Europe and Asia have government run schemes that recruit foreign teachers to work in their public school system. The following options are long established and respected programs that offer a great opportunity to live and work in some of the most popular teaching destinations. Table of Contents What is the TAPIF Program for teaching English in France? What are the requirements for the TAPIF Program? How do I apply for the TAPIF Program? Do I need a TEFL/TESOL certificate to apply to the TAPIF Program? What is the Cultural Ambassadors Program for teaching...  [Read more]

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT Destinations 10 Top TEFL Destinations Right Now A TEFL qualification allows you to teach English almost anywhere in the world, some countries are more popular than others for differing reasons. Some are popular because of the salary and benefits offered to teachers, others are popular because they offer a better quality of life and others are popular because they provide teachers with plenty of opportunities. The top most popular countries are all in Asia as the demand for English is so much higher here than elsewhere in the world. Table of Contents Experience the rapid change taking place in China Watch baseball, eat kimchi, love Korea! Sign up with the JET program to teach English in Japan Make a good living in Taiwan Teach English in the Land of Smiles...  [Read more]