Teaching English Worldwide

What is the official TEFL website? The British Council estimates there are 1.55 billion English language learners around the world, and at least 10.2 million English teachers. www.theguardian.com/education/2013/nov/07/tefl-for-british-language-learners A fair proportion of these learners will be taught in language schools and through private lessons, including online teaching. There do not appear to be any official figures as to the number of TEFL and TESOL training centers worldwide, but it would be a fair guess to say they number in the thousands. Most countries in the world control education through government regulation and oversight. This is also true of private education provision. This means that each country’s government tends to make the rules and regulations concerning the...  [Read more]

TEFL TESOL Courses Requirements   As the market for teaching English abroad is so big, there are a huge range of opportunities out there for people of all different nationalities and backgrounds. In many countries, there are multiple job openings available for every TEFL qualified teacher, which is one reason why non-native English speakers generally have no problems in the international job market. In fact, of the many thousands of teachers who graduate from our courses every year, there are more non-native English speakers than there are native speakers. No matter where you were born or what your native language, as long as you are fluent in English there is no reason why you cannot go on to have a long and successful career teaching English. Non-native English speakers will also...  [Read more]

Is it easier to teach English to children or adults? Is there an inherently simpler age group to teach English? The straightforward answer is no. Anyone who has navigated through varying classroom environments understands the stark differences between teaching adults and young learners. Each age group has their unique motives for being in the classroom, the levels of motivation and discipline fluctuate considerably, and even the learning styles can greatly differ. These disparities demand a teaching style that is specifically tailored to each group's needs. Let's delve into some of these key differences. Also read: What are the best books for teaching ESL? Motivation and classroom management When engaging with young learners, it is essential to keep them intrigued and motivated,...  [Read more]

Do I need a degree to teach English abroad? As a result of government restrictions and official requirements for visa applications, there are a variety of countries where it is hard for teachers to find a job without having a 4-year university degree on their CV/resume. However, if you are able to be flexible and are willing to look for employment in areas where the demand is high and restrictions are less rigorous, TEFL qualified teachers without a degree can still have several great destinations to choose from. Will a TEFL certificate help me get a job if I don't have a degree? To increase your chances of landing a position in the country of your choice, it is highly recommended that you first complete an internationally accredited TEFL certification course. Those who are TEFL...  [Read more]

Where do schools interview and hire English teachers in advance? Throughout the world a significant percentage of ESL teaching positions are filled locally via face-to-face interviews. However, there are many countries where recruitment is typically undertaken in advance from within the teacher's home country. This method of securing a position is particularly convenient for newly qualified teachers and those with little or no experience of international travel. The application process is usually conducted via email, while interviews take place via Skype or phone. What are the benefits of getting a TEFL job in advance? Securing a job in advance usually means you will receive assistance with obtaining the necessary visas and work permits. Employers may also provide financial assistance...  [Read more]

Review from TEFL Student Anik   Anik is from Canada but is currently teaching in Afghanistan. When she recognized the worldwide demand for qualified English teacher, she decided to try out our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL course with tutor and videos and had a great experience. She found all units to be extremely helpful despite her prior teaching experience. She loved that she could work at her own pace and remotely from her apartment in Afghanistan. Her next destination is to live abroad in Indonesia and pursue a teaching career there. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

What is the Diploma in TESOL course? Our Diploma in TESOL is an advanced online course that gives graduates an in-depth knowledge of English language teaching and a distinct advantage when applying for ESL jobs worldwide. By completing this research based course you will be in a position to apply for jobs that offer greater responsibility and an increased salary. Can I take the Diploma in TESOL course without prior TEFL certification? As this option is an advanced level training course that has been designed to build on the subjects covered in a standard TEFL certification course, prior TEFL certification is usually required. However, as the 370-hour Diploma in TESOL course also includes our 120-hour TEFL certification, this is not an issue. Simply sign up for the Diploma in TESOL course...  [Read more]

Home / Location / Tokyo / Gallery Tokyo / Gallery Teaching English is Fun! TEFL Gallery - Teaching English is Fun! Teaching English as a foreign language is one of the most rewarding professions in the world. Join our in-class course in Tokyo and you will learn all the skills you need to succeed in EFL classrooms in Japan and worldwide. The training is led by professional trainers who have worked overseas for years and have taught hundreds of EFL students during their career. They are there for your from start to finish and want to make you a professional English language teacher ready to take on any EFL classroom in the world. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

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Review from TEFL Student Kim   Kim lives in the United States and decided to take the 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL course. She previously taught English online to EFL learners worldwide. She enjoyed the course and working with the various tutors. She recommends the course to anyone interested in teaching EFL students worldwide or in your home country. She is excited to see where the TEFL/TESOL qualification will take her. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Socioeconomic Ramifications of English It is well established within academia that English has spread to become the worldwide language in comparison to other major languages, and that this growth has been rapid and unprecedented. The establishment of English as a worldwide language has its origins in the eighteenth century with European colonization. Due to the growth of the British Empire and the political and economic influence associated with it; the language was connected with power and opportunity, attracting many to adopt it. Following World War Two and with the strengthening of the United States of America as a worldwide economic power, English truly cemented itself as the language spoken internationally, and the global spread...  [Read more]

Position Teaching TEFL in Australia Date posted:2009-10-18 | Writer: RMIT English Worldwide | Email: [email protected] Are you thinking of Australia as a holiday destination? Want to combine work and travel? If you are a passionate (TEFL /TESOL qualified) English teacher wanting to teach General English and / or English for Academic Purposes, then we may have work for you. RMIT English Worldwide is a well-established, vibrant English language college, located in Melbourne's CBD, offering very competitive rates of pay and conditions. Offer of casual work subject to successful interview. Minimum 10 week teaching blocks. Contact us via e-mail at the address given on the job heading for more details.  Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one...  [Read more]

TEFL Certification Cost How much does TEFL Certification cost? ITTT has a wide range of courses available to suit all requirements, budgets and time options. There are three possible routes to TEFL Certification with ITTT. Completion of a course delivered… Online TEFL courses and TEFL Certification costs All ITTT online courses are internationally accredited and come with online tutor support. The course options include: 120-hour TEFL Course This is our best selling course which provides a good basic grounding to the skills and knowledge required to teach in an EFL classroom without having any previous experience. A 120-hour certificate is generally regarded as the minimum requirement for most TEFL employers worldwide. 170-hour TEFL Certification Course with Online Specialization This...  [Read more]

TESOL review from Will   This TEFL review is from Will from the United States. After doing a lot of research, he decided that he wanted to follow a new career path in teaching English as a foreign language. Since a TEFL/TESOL course is one of the most common requirements for EFL employers worldwide, he decided to take our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL Certification course and enjoyed it a lot. Will chose the tutored version of the course and was able to ask a professional ITTT tutor any questions he might have during the course. After completing the course, he was also offered an additional 50-hour course for free and received excellent post-course services such as resume and interview preparation and access to job offers worldwide. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate...  [Read more]

TEFL Position in Australia Date posted:2019-02-13 | Writer: RMIT English Worldwide Melbourne | Email: [email protected] RMIT English Worldwide Melbourne welcomes expressions of interest from TEFL qualified teachers who are interested in casual teaching positions in 2019 across our range of ELICOS (English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students) EAP courses. Casual Language Educators are responsible for the delivery and associated administration of English language classes under the guidance of Team Leaders and the Deputy Director. You will work on an on-call basis to provide relief teaching coverage when required. During peak times, it may be possible for casual Language Educators to be allocated a class on our teaching schedule, but this varies dependent upon...  [Read more]

On-line TEFL Job in Taiwan and Worldwide! Date posted:2011-07-21 | Writer: TutorABC | Email: [email protected] TutorABC is a web-based English language teaching organization based in Taiwan and has regular opportunities for TEFL qualified native English speaking teachers. We welcome applicants from all locations to teach online. Come and join the thousands of other teachers worldwide!To apply and schedule a live online interview, contact us via e-mail at the address given on the job heading.Personal qualifications:Energetic and professional personalityCollege or university degreePrevious ESL teaching experience (TEFL or equivalent preferred)Previous working experience in other fieldsTeaching availability suitable to TutorABC/TutorABC Jr. scheduleFamiliarity with using...  [Read more]

Is TEFL worth it? There are several reasons why we advocate for undertaking a TEFL course. Foremost, a growing number of worldwide employers mandate TEFL certification as a job prerequisite, ensuring their students have the highest chance of success. Furthermore, numerous countries demand TEFL qualifications for an official work visa, making it impossible to secure a legal teaching job without this accreditation. Another significant reason for acquiring TEFL certification is to equip yourself with the necessary skills and knowledge to design and execute engaging, high-quality lessons. The era when native English speakers could easily land top teaching positions based solely on their language proficiency is largely a thing of the past. At ITTT, we provide a range of TEFL courses tailored...  [Read more]

Where can I teach English without a TEFL certificate? What qualities and qualifications do employers of ESL teachers look for? First we need to say that there are no hard and fast rules to answer this question. There are a huge range of requirements worldwide, depending on the country, type of school, nature of the job, type of contract and so forth. The information given here is therefore general. There are a number of generally recognized requirements that employers are looking for from their teachers. You may need one, two, three or all of the following to get any particular job. It is unlikely you will find a job without any of these: Many ESL teaching jobs worldwide require the minimum of a TEFL certification from this list. As the nature of the job, or country specific employment...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is a Global Language Needed? As the world has become more interconnected, particularly with quick international travel, modern communications, and globalized trade, the argument for a “global language” is often used. Arguably now more than ever, a global language or single lingua franca has never been more important. There are many international bodies such as the United Nations, World Bank, and UNICEF, which create a certain amount of pressure to establish a worldwide global language. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tim W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. In the past, there have been many constructed languages to try and provide a...  [Read more]

What is the difference between TEFL and IELTS? The answer to this query is multifaceted as the acronyms TEFL and IELTS represent entirely different concepts. In the field of English language education, a myriad of abbreviations are employed to simplify the reference to various tests, certificates, and courses. TEFL and IELTS are two such abbreviations widely recognized by English teachers and learners worldwide. We delve deeper into the meaning behind these acronyms below. What does TEFL stand for? TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It is a widely used term in the teaching profession, referring to the instruction of English to non-native speakers. It is primarily used in contexts where English is taught in countries where it is not the native language, for instance,...  [Read more]

Barbara Harrison Barbara teaches English to students worldwide. Her passion and inspiration for teaching and writing come from a life rich in travel, diversity, and culture. Read my articles 4 Tips on How to Teach English Using Music | ITTT | TEFL Blog Barbara Harrison Teaching Ideas Songs are the perfect way to get your students involved and remembering vocabulary and phrases in English. Here are 4 tips on how to teach English using music.  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How Globalization Has Fueled the TEFL Boom The 20th century brought in its wake the concept of globalization, changing the dynamics of the world to what we have come to know it as today. As the world continues to move towards becoming a grand global village, many countries, people and things which once seemed so far out of reach are now more readily available and closer to home. Undoubtedly, with the advent of globalization, communication has become paramount to the ways in which we share knowledge and gather or receive information. Why? Because without this, humans will have a much more challenging time building relationships with others be it for economic, social or spiritual gains (just to name a few). This post...  [Read more]

The Most Popular TEFL Destinations For Teachers The Best Places for Non-Native English Speakers to Teach English Abroad Mark Crocker Destinations If you dream of teaching English abroad but are concerned that jobs are limited to native English speakers only, don’t be as there are many great opportunities waiting for non-native speakers in a variety of countries worldwide. How to Legally Teach English in France With a Student Visa Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal Destinations Teaching English in France often seems impossible for non-EU citizens. However, if you apply for a French language course, you will receive a student visa allowing you to teach a certain number of hours per week. If you are interested in teaching in France, read on to find out how to legally teach...  [Read more]

How to go from teaching English online to teaching in-class? This post discussion focuses on making the transition between teaching English as a second or foreign language online to doing the same thing in a physical classroom. It assumes you have been teaching for some time online in a particular situation and therefore have background knowledge of teaching. There are three main factors that we will cover: Teaching English online may be done from anywhere in the world where a good stable internet connection is available. Teaching EFL in-class is also available worldwide in English speaking and non-English speaking countries. You should do enough research to make yourself aware of the culture of the country you intend to teach in, as you may find the requirements somewhat different if you...  [Read more]

TEFL Review For Online TEFL Course   Ben is from South Africa and he recently completed the 120-hour TEFL/TESOL course online. He wants to pursue a career in teaching overseas and had a rewarding experience taking the course. He is excited to start his first teaching position as he feels the course taught him all the necessary skills he needs to succeed in a worldwide EFL classroom. He is excited to live abroad. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

TEFL Review For In-class Chiang Mai Course   These three students came to Thailand to join our four-week in-class course in Chiang Mai and had a very positive experience. Coming from different backgrounds, they enjoyed meeting new people who shared the same goal of working abroad as English teachers. Within only a month, they have learned all the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in EFL classrooms worldwide. They are now eager to start teaching English overseas. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]