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Reach To Teach Recruiting Reach To Teach is ESL Teacher Placement Agency placing thousands of happy native English teachers into schools around the world. Whether you are looking for a government teaching program or want to work at a private language school, the professional recruiters from Reach To Teach can help you make the right decision and find a suitable teaching position in your desired location! Teach At Schools Abroad in: Reach To Teach places teachers into the following regions. China: If you want to teach English in China and immerse yourself in Chinese culture and learn Mandarin Chinese, teaching with Reach To Teach is the perfect opportunity for you. Reach To Teach currently works with many exciting young learner, adult, and online schools for teachers that want to teach...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The World Power of the English Language Being able to communicate in English is probably one of the most beneficial things anybody in the world could be able to do today, especially if you are wanting to work, or simply explore in any field on the international level. Table of Contents Frequency of Usage Exposure to English How to Solve the Problem Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Meara B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Frequency of Usage It is one of the most widely spoken languages and one of the fastest-growing in the entire world. So much in fact that in many...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 Gaia Oliviero TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What it's Like to Teach English Online: An Online Teacher Reveals Her Secrets! Working as an ESL teacher can be difficult if you live in a Western country and you haven't undertaken a certain path during your university studies. As far as Italy is concerned, if you want to teach in a public school, you need to hold at least a Master's Degree in pedagogical studies and/or educational sciences. No matter how good an English speaker you are, you are required to own those specific degrees. If you want to teach in a private school, you have to take into account the fact that they prefer to hire native speakers – which is totally licit, to a certain extent. In addition to that, if you have no experience whatsoever in...  [Read more]

Sat, 17 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 37 Key English Teaching Terms Explained As with most professions the world of [Teaching English as a Foreign Language](37 Key English Teaching Terms Explained) has many of its own particular and sometimes peculiar terms and jargon. Getting to grips with the wide array of acronyms in the industry can sometimes feel like learning a whole new language! So if you have trouble telling the difference between your IWB and your OHP this article is a great guide to what's what in the English language teaching industry. Table of Contents Certification Teaching Methods Disciplines Technology/Resources Classroom Activities Teaching Programs Miscellaneous Are you ready to start teaching English abroad? Related Articles: Certification Two of the most...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What Makes You a Good Teacher? The role of a teacher is to help students acquire knowledge so that eventually, they can be competent in understanding and communicating in English. A good teacher is a successful teacher. The success or failure of a teacher lies not only on his/her teaching styles, but more importantly, the learning of the students. To a certain extent, the personality of the teacher may affect the learning of his/her students, but what is more indispensable is the relationship between the teacher and the students. A non-threatening relationship with the students can help to build the students' interests in learning, and create an atmosphere that is conducive and light-hearted for learning. A good teacher is also a...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 6 Exciting and Different Jobs in TEFL For a lot of people, getting a TEFL certificate is an excellent way to fund their travels around the world and experience other countries in wholly unique ways. Many of these people will find that they enjoy teaching so much that they decide they want to continue in the field. Outlined in this article are some of the possible jobs teachers can take in order to move on in their TEFL career. Table of Contents Teacher trainer Director of Studies School Manager Teacher recruitment Course book sales TOEFL/IELTS examiner Apply for a TEFL course today! Related Articles: ## Listen to this blog post: Teacher trainer Teacher trainer is a job that you might like to consider after teaching for a while. Helping...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Options do Business English Teachers Have? This summative task essay will answer the question, "What options do business English teachers have?". This is topic number 14, "Options for Teachers." The different career options available for teachers of business English, as well as their unique benefits and challenges, will be discussed in the following. Table of Contents The number of options Technological inclusion Benefits Individual work Being employed Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alorah L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The number of options The wonderful part...  [Read more]

How much should I charge for private English lessons? Setting rates for private English tutoring should reflect your teaching experience and qualifications. Beginners in the field typically start with rates from $15 to $20 per hour. Experienced educators with a solid track record and additional credentials, like a TEFL certificate or specialized training, can sometimes charge up to $50 per hour. Many TEFL teachers complement their main teaching roles with private lessons and may eventually move to full-time tutoring. When establishing your fees, consider factors like your experience, the local demand for English lessons, the cost of living in your area, and what the market can bear to ensure competitive yet fair pricing. Table of Contents How much should a newly-qualified teacher charge?...  [Read more]

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways You Can Act in Your TEFL Class How do you define who a teacher is? In the general sense and definition, a teacher is a person who helps others to acquire knowledge, competence or values. In an informal scenario, someone who helps another learn something new can be called a teacher while in a formal setting, teachers are seen as educators as they teach knowledge through the curriculum to the learners through lectures for adults, lesson, small group activities or hands-on activities for the young learners. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Impact in students' future Classroom environment Perfect example Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Mon, 26 Mar 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information The Best Government Programs For Teaching English Abroad Teaching English abroad is now a popular career option for many people of all ages. While there is a strong demand for TEFL certified teachers in many different regions of the world, there are certain countries who have implemented government-funded programs to attract foreign English teachers. Through these programs, qualified English teachers are placed into schools around their countries where they are employed for a set period of time. Here is a list of the best government programs for teaching English abroad. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: EPIK for Teaching English in South Korea Requirements and More Information About the Program: How to Apply...  [Read more]

What are the best countries to teach English in the Middle East? When considering the best countries in the Middle East to teach English, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) stand out due to their vibrant job markets for TEFL qualified teachers. Additionally, countries like Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman are noteworthy for their attractive salaries and benefits. It is worth noting that these nations often have stringent requirements, given the high competition and substantial perks on offer. Table of Contents United Arab Emirates Saudi Arabia Qatar Oman Kuwait United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates (UAE): With a population comprised of around 90% foreign-born citizens, the UAE offers immense diversity and ample English teaching opportunities. English language skills are highly...  [Read more]

How do I become a TEFL teacher in the UK? Becoming a TEFL teacher in the UK demands a combination of qualifications and experience. Firstly, you will require a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification. Given the UK's stringent teaching standards, prior teaching experience is often essential to make your application competitive. For non-UK citizens, it is crucial to be aware of visa and work permit requirements before embarking on this career path in the UK. Table of Contents What are the difficulties of teaching English in the UK? How can I get a work permit to teach English in the UK? Can I get a working holiday visa and teach English in the UK? Can I earn a comfortable living teaching English in the UK? What should I do if I can't find a job teaching English in the UK? What are the...  [Read more]

Which countries have a growing demand for EFL teachers? For each of five countries in each region we will consider factors such as a general statement of opportunity in the region, monthly salary in US$ equivalent and finally a typical current job posting from the region. It is important to view salaries in the context of a typical citizen's average income. What may appear to be a low salary may in fact put you in a high income bracket (and vice-versa!) All figures were correct at the time of writing but are subject to change. Table of Contents Asia Typical job posting Europe Typical job posting Central and South America Typical job posting Job Details Middle East Typical job posting Asia There is a vast range of opportunity from high income first world countries like Japan and South...  [Read more]

Mon, 21 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Top TEFL Countries That Hire Teachers in Advance While a lot of teaching positions are filled locally through face-to-face interviews, there are many countries that prefer to recruit new teachers in advance before they leave home. The application process usually takes place online via email and interviews are held via phone or Skype. A lot of teachers prefer this method as it offers a bit more security than simply heading abroad to find a job. Table of Contents Benefits of Getting Hired in Advance Countries in Asia That Hire English Teachers in Advance Countries in the Middle East That Hire English Teachers in Advance Countries in Europe That Hire English Teachers in Advance Countries in Latin America That Hire English...  [Read more]

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Why Taking a TEFL Course Is Highly Beneficial There are many reasons to take a TEFL/TESOL course, not least because it is the best way to enable you to work almost anywhere in the world as an English teacher. Table of Contents You'll learn how to teach effectively You'll learn about English Grammar You'll learn how to plan your own lessons You'll learn about various teaching methods Teacher Development Benefits Listen to this blog post What are you waiting for? Get qualified and get teaching now! Related Articles: The days where simply being a native English speaker was enough to secure a job as an English teacher around the world are long gone and the majority of employers worldwide expect their teachers to have a TEFL/TESOL...  [Read more]

Why are TEFL teachers important? TEFL teachers hold a unique and vital role in global education. While all educators contribute immensely, TEFL teachers address the specific challenges of teaching English as a second or foreign language. Their specialized training equips them to effectively teach in environments where English isn't the primary language, helping learners overcome linguistic barriers and bridging cultural divides. Their importance stems from their ability to foster communication and understanding in our increasingly interconnected world. Table of Contents Working knowledge vs Formal Knowledge What are the training options to become a TEFL teacher? Types of employment Summary Working knowledge vs Formal Knowledge Globalized industry has led to an explosion of the use of...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Ways Teachers are Accepted in Different Countries "Teachers can change lives with just the right mix of chalk and challenges." are the words of Joyce Meyer. Table of Contents How do we see teachers? Teachers' Actions Teachers' Personal Qualities Some of the roles that a teacher plays in a classroom are: Among the many great teachers India has produced, the following eminent personalities are worth mentioning. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Snehal A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. How do we see teachers? A teacher is often seen as a role model, who inspires and...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Talk for 1 Minute About Traveling - Speaking Cards These printable conversation cards will help your students develop their speaking skills.   How to use the cards Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certification with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Long Vowel Sounds "-a" Word List Here's a useful word list with long vowel sounds to use with your ESL students.   Long vowel sound spelling patterns are quite difficult for students to learn. First they must understand that more than one letter can be used to represent one sound and then learn the various ways that the sound can be represented in print. Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TESOL certificate with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Home / Location / Rome / Gallery Rome / Gallery Rome Teacher Trainers TEFL Gallery - Rome Teacher Trainers Our courses at our training center in Rome are lead by professional teacher trainers who have worked in language schools around the world. They are ready to pass on their experience in order to make you a competent and confident English teacher. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 Joanna Dineva Teaching Ideas 5 Tips on How to Impress Business Clients as a Business English Teacher Like it or not, ready or not, English is the global language of business. Globalization in business is widespread both in market globalization and production globalization. More importantly, more and more multinational companies are mandating English as the common corporate language—Airbus, Daimler-Chrysler, Fast Retailing, Nokia, Renault, Samsung, SAP, Technicolor, and Microsoft in Beijing, to name a few. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Dress to impress! 2. Be professional. 3. Needs Analysis. 4. Provide a course success report. 5. Distribute a course evaluation at the end of the course. But relax! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post:...  [Read more]

This is a list of ITTT’s most trusted TEFL affiliates ITTT has been operating in the teacher training industry since 1998. We have developed relationships with many leading individuals, institutes and schools in the English education industry and have established a very successful partnership program in 2013. Today, we are working with thousands of affiliates through many channels to strengthen each other’s position on the TEFL and TESOL market. In 2019, we decided to showcase our most trusted partners and their role in the global ESL World on this page. If you are interested in finding out more about our recruitment partners, please visit our TEFL Recruitment Partner page. Below are some of our most renowned partners that are operating very successfully under the ITTT affiliate...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Components of an Effective Lesson Plan A lesson plan is a series of instructions written by the teacher on how to cover his lessonIt is also a working document to refer to during the lesson ad a record of the class content useful for future lessons or for other teachers. Table of Contents Structure Teaching Materials More Things to Consider Anticipated Problems Interaction Are you ready to take your TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: An effective lesson plan should be flexible and open to change. How a lesson plan is written depends upon the teacher. It's complicated because it doesn't exist the perfect way to write a lesson plan. It can be formal following a specific pattern or written in the form of notes...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Russ Tuff For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That's why we'd love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger! Table of Contents 1. What's your name? 2. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 3. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? 4. What was your favorite part about the course? 5. You've finished your TEFL/TESOL course - now what? What are your plans and goals? 6. What's your no. 1 tip for other TEFL/TESOL course takers? What should they know? What do you wish you knew...  [Read more]

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reasons Why TEFL Teachers Need to Know British English and American English English is a demanding language because there are so many regional English words and pronunciations which require a great receptive skill to receive and understand for example can't in the UK is pronounced |kɑːnt|and in the US is pronounced |kænt |. The same English language, it is spoken quite differently; in the UK there is different pronunciation between the English spoken in Glasgow, London or Cardiff. It is also different in countries that have it as a primary language, such as Ghana, South Africa, Nigeria, and New Zealand. For EFL students, Listening becomes a bit of a challenge, because of these pronunciation differences. Table of Contents...  [Read more]

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 Russ Tuff TEFL Information Alumni Experiences COVID-19: What Can English Teachers Abroad Do? "What we can't see can't hurt us" - Really? Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: The COVID Action Plan 1. Will we have jobs? 2. How will the classroom look, and can we still make a difference to others? Let me know your thoughts. Related Articles: Not many businesses will do well out of this current CoronaVirus / COVID-19 pandemic gripping the planet with fear at the moment, (unless we are toilet paper manufacturers) as we stand, waiting like a deer in the headlights for something we can't see to hit us. I don't know what COVID-19 means, however, I was looking for a positive way to think about it and I came up with: "Communication Of Virtual Instruction Design" For...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Introduction to Classroom Management for ESL Teachers Successful teaching often depends on the ability of the teacher to manage the classroom. The frequent occurrence of disciplinary problems and poor structure of the classroom can have a considerable effect on teaching and learning. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring students for a better teaching/learning environment. Classroom management is still considered an essential part of teaching and learning activities. It may vary in arrangement and development. It refers to the infrastructure, space, lights, furniture, boards, etc. and the methods, strategies, and skills that teachers use to maintain a classroom environment which results in success for the students....  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Reasons to Take a TEFL Course if You Want to Teach in China Teaching profession is in fact, is out of my wildest dream when I was young. after completing my undergraduate studies major in marketing, I had worked in multiple fields and traveled to many countries which gave me chances to met a lot of a different kind of people, the local and foreigner.with the knowledge and experience gains throughout the time, I decided to retire from my current field and move on to China as my wife is from people of the Republic of China (PRC). Table of Contents New Profession Requirements My Personal Experience Future Perspectives Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations 5 Weekend Trips You Have to Go on While Living Abroad in South Korea For many people around the world, it's their ultimate dream to go and live abroad. A TEFL certificate is one way to reach this goal as it enables you to head overseas and teach English. South Korea is one of the most popular destinations for EFL teachers for a variety of reasons, including high salaries, a vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Most teachers live in the capital Seoul or another major city, like Busan or Daejeon - but there is so much more to see in South Korea than just the big cities! If you, too, are heading to South Korea to teach English abroad, be sure to check out these 5 weekend trips you have to go on while living abroad in South Korea....  [Read more]

Are TEFL teachers in demand? Unquestionably! As a prominent provider of TEFL certification, we can attest that there is a significant global demand for TEFL-certified educators. In many regions, the demand is so pronounced that available teaching positions often outnumber the qualified candidates, providing teachers with a variety of job opportunities to choose from. Table of Contents Are TEFL teachers in demand in English speaking countries? Are TEFL teachers in demand in China? Are TEFL teachers in demand elsewhere in Asia? Are TEFL teachers in demand in Europe? Are TEFL teachers in demand in Latin America? Are TEFL teachers in demand in English speaking countries? Absolutely! While many TEFL graduates venture overseas, a rising demand for EFL educators exists closer to home....  [Read more]