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After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Mark Crocker TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Teaching online offers a great deal of freedom and flexibility that many teachers find refreshing in comparison to a regular in-class job. ✅ However, it can also be a tough environment to work in if you approach it in the wrong way. Take a look at these simple tips for maintaining motivation when teaching English online.Are you teaching English online and finding it difficult to stay motivated? Take a look at our simple tips to help you stay at the top of your game. Mark...  [Read more]

Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas Learning English as a foreign language is already a challenging task, and British slang words and phrases can make it even trickier. Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas Embarking on a career in international teaching is an exciting opportunity to expand your horizons, experience new cultures, and enhance your professional skills. Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas As we approach the end of another academic year, it's an ideal time to celebrate achievements, build connections, and reflect on the shared journey. Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas The journey of learning English as a second language is enriched by dedicated TEFL/TESOL qualified teachers who bring expertise and passion to their classrooms. Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas Encouraging students...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT TEFL Information Navigating the complexities of international education requires educators to adopt effective strategies that not only meet diverse learning needs but also foster a cohesive and engaging classroom environment. Jon ITTT TEFL Information Child development unfolds in distinct stages, each marked by profound changes in cognition, language acquisition, and social interaction. Just as children progress through stages like sensorimotor, Jon ITTT TEFL Information Although group lessons are enjoyable, one-to-one lessons are satisfying for teachers and students alike, offering unique advantages in language education. Jon ITTT TEFL Information This ITTT TEFL article talks about what you can expect from taking an in-class TEFL/TESOL course at one of the many...  [Read more]

Bonjour! I'm a native English speaker from NYC with a background in communication and minors in critical sexuality studies and psychology from Rutgers University. I left university before completing my last semester and ended up working as a barista. Despite my previous credentials, it became my career baseline. However, I'm now focused on attending art school in Europe. Throughout my 20s, I gained extensive experience in temporary organizational roles, such as reception, help desk support, and customer service. I excel in English communication, offering assistance in improving vocabulary, accent, and engaging in small talk with English speakers. Ariella Libre TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Unlock your potential and reach self-actualization with Maslow's Hierarchy...  [Read more]

Sharing her passion for travel and love for life. A writer, teacher, and a traveler, who is finding the keys to happiness while chasing enlightenment around the world. She enjoys traveling solo, and helping others by teaching English as a second language. Jen Bunce Visa and Legal TEFL Information Teaching English abroad is an exciting adventure for anyone who's taking the leap. However, the process from dream to reality often seems overwhelming. Our alumni Jen has documented her journey in this how-to guide to prepare for your teaching job abroad.  [Read more]

Communications Manager for GOTefl & SA-Recruitment GroupBorn and raised in Cape Town, South Africa, Kim spends her time creating content and traveling Asia. She finds her inspiration in the food trucks and off-track attractions around the world in the hopes she can bring those experiences to life for others. Kimberley Dale Visa and Legal TEFL Information Signing any contract can be daunting. However, we have compiled a checklist for you to keep with you as you read through your contract. Kimberley Dale Visa and Legal TEFL Information Are you looking to work as an English teacher abroad and travel the world? Here is our guide to writing a TEFL resume that will get you hired!  [Read more]

Ahmed El-Sayed Taha is an Egyptian certified IB English Teacher at different international schools. He has different contributions to the field of learning and teaching through attending and leading different webinars and workshops He is a holder of a Master degree in Education from the University of South Wales. He is a holder of different diplomas and certificates like the TESOL and CTEYL from the ITTT, Teaching for success courses the 3 series from the British Council (MENA). He also attended more than 30 workshops led by the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge University and Oxford University. A Certified English speaker from the British Council (London advanced and Edinburgh diplomas C Level). Ahmed Taha TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Discover the shared principles,...  [Read more]

Luciana A. Campos, a dedicated scholar with a background in biomedical sciences, is a TEFL-certified educator bringing English, Math, and soft skills to young learners through gamification. As a professor and scientist, she integrates innovative teaching methods and holds advanced degrees in physiology. Luciana's impactful contributions extend to https://www.cheekyplayacademy.online/, her online education initiative empowering the next generation with essential skills for a competitive world. Luciana Campos Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Elevate pronunciation skills with gamified language learning! Explore techniques, tips, and interactive games like Duolingo for effective communication. Engage young adults in an enjoyable learning journey. Luciana Campos Alumni Experiences...  [Read more]

Karah Musani is an online ESL teacher for Italki and VIPKid. In her spare time, she likes to write comics, read books, and play video games. She posts teaching tips and comics on her Instagram account karahmusani. Karah Musani Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching children can be challenging. Here are 7 fun reward systems that will keep your students more engaged. Karah Musani Teaching Ideas One of the most daunting things about teaching online is setting up your online classroom. You have to set up the lighting, buy props, make sure the camera is at the right angle, and find a suitable headset. It can be expensive and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here is what I’ve learned about setting up a cheap, organized classroom. Karah Musani Alumni Experiences...  [Read more]

Greetings from sunny Barcelona. My name is Anastasiia and I am a certified English teacher, originally from Russia. When I was 16, I got a scholarship to study in the United states and fell in love with an idea that foreign languages can lead you anywhere. Well, that led me to study and work in different parts of the world including Russia, Spain, and China. I really want to inspire my students to live Languages. During my lessons I use various authentic resources to show how and why foreign languages are not only necessary but also exciting and just fun. Anastasiia Ovchinnikova Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert Anastasiia shares her experience of teaching English in China. She talks about 5 important things that helped...  [Read more]

Sara Stojanovic is an English teacher from Serbia who is passionate about imparting her knowledge to learners of all ages and assisting them in mastering their command of the English language. Sara enjoys reading, journaling, and spending time with her friends in her free time. Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore Gardner's 8 intelligences and tailor your teaching methods to tap into students' unique strengths for effective learning. Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Unlock the power of language education! Explore effective techniques for teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Dive into Krashen's Hypotheses for Second...  [Read more]

Born in Argentina. Anthropologist. Post graduate in teacher training with specialization in secondary schools. Teacher in English for students of Other Languages (TESOL by ITTT). Master in Storytelling (creative writing). She likes to write short stories and is now venturing into the scope of theatrical script, Maria Ducha Destinations Argentina offers some of the best job opportunities for qualified English teachers in the whole Latin American region. Be sure to check out these 4 reasons why Argentina is a great place to teach English abroad if you are interested in teaching English in this part of the world.  [Read more]

Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by a recent ITTT TEFL graduate who considers the problem of ESL teaching materials. ✅ Read this article to find out how to create and implement teaching materials in TEFL teaching. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by a recent ITTT TEFL graduate who considers the problem of ESL classroom management. ✅ Read this article to find out how to manage any TEFL class in 7 easy steps. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL...  [Read more]

Gianluca Raffio Costa is a passionate TEFL teacher who has found in teaching young children a completely new and satisfying world. He his a sportive person who spend most of his free time riding bike, playing squash, tennis and, football. Gianluca Costa Destinations Hong Kong is an energetic and exciting city. It is a modern metropolis with high skyscrapers, and its vast mountains make it a truly unique place. Here's what it's like as an expat in Hong Kong. Gianluca Costa Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Hong Kong has a lot to offer if you are looking for an English teaching job because Hong Kong has a very active and diverse education system. If you live in Hong Kong and want to start a teaching career or plan to move to Hong Kong with the idea...  [Read more]

Kayla is a teacher, traveler, and blogger. After teaching in the UK and Canada, she now resides in Hong Kong, where she has been living and working since 2015. You can read about her vegan food and travel adventures at Greedy Vegans. Kayla Hill Destinations Hong Kong is an exciting, bustling city in Asia and the ideal place for teaching English abroad. Not convinced yet? Here are 5 reasons why you should teach English in Hong Kong. Kayla Hill Destinations TEFL Information Are you interested in teaching English in Hong Kong? The NET scheme is a popular option for many English teachers coming to the region. In this guide, you'll find out exactly how it works and how to apply for the NET scheme for teaching English in the exciting destination of Hong Kong.  [Read more]

Growing up in a bilingual household, Alexis learned to love and to teach English from a very young age. Now as a TEFL teacher and enterprising by heart he continues to work with people from all over the world speaking in the same language he did as a child. Alexis Biro Destinations Argentina continues to be a popular destination due to a large number of teaching vacancies, competitive salaries, and its safe and welcoming environment, especially in its capital city. Here's why Buenos Aires is the ideal place to teach English abroad.  [Read more]

Chris Rush is the teacherpreneur-in-residence at Off2Class. He has been teaching online full-time since 2012 and he helps ESL teachers get more students at Off2Class. Chris Rush TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Working remotely from anywhere in the world is a trending career path for many and teaching English online is one of the best ways to get into freelancing. This blog post explores four essential tools for teaching ESL online.  [Read more]

Bri Freeman is an ITTT certified ESL teacher who is currently living in Durres, Albania. She and her husband are both teaching for her new site, Pracitcal English Teacher, on topics like business and conversational English, resumes building and job interviews, and test prep for the GRE and SAT.In her free time, Bri enjoys travel, books and plenty of coffee. Bri Freeman TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you interested in taking up a digital nomad lifestyle and work from anywhere you like? Teaching English online is the perfect way to make this happen! Read this blog post and learn how to start your own ESL teaching service.  [Read more]

I am Najwa Sabih, a Lebanese English teacher who has a very high passion towards English language. I’ve been a private tutor since I was 17, so I decided to major Teaching English as a second language. I graduated from the Lebanese International University in 2021 and I’ve already been working in a language academy in Istanbul. When I first moved to Istanbul, life was a little bit challenging but as a passionate person who strives to achieve the best standards possible, I was able to handle it all. I currently work as a homeroom teacher in an International school and as an English teacher in a language school. My experience teaching abroad has motivated me to do the TEFL exam as I always seek to improve my abilitIes. Najwa Sabih Destinations Alumni Experiences Turkey is a great...  [Read more]

Gaia is an Italian ESL teacher based in Helsinki, Finland. At the moment she is working remotelyand teaches English to Chinese children from home, but she is more than ready to jump-start her career as an ESL teacher in a school setting. A passionate traveler, she doesn't know where life will take her in the next years... perhaps to China? To Japan? Or back to Italy? Gaia Oliviero TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Do you want to know what it's like to teach English online? In this blog post, an online teacher reveals her secrets, sharing everything you need to know about starting your own career in teaching English online!  [Read more]

Mahmoud is a TEFL- certified English teacher, who wants to travel the world while teaching English. He has been teaching English in his native country of Egypt for 5 years, but would like to seek other opportunities abroad. Mahmoud Maihoob Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching English in a country with an incredibly fascinating history and culture? Here are 6 reasons why teaching English in Egypt is an awesome and wholesome experience.  [Read more]

Hi! My name is Ashton and I am a teaching assistant and volunteer ESL teacher. Currently, I am preparing for EPIK 2024. In my spare time, I enjoy computer programming, art, and gaming. Ashton March TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Step into the world of teaching English in small ESL programs - from crafting tailored curricula to conquering limited resources. Discover the rewards! Ashton March Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Preparing for EPIK? Gain teaching experience, work with a recruiter, gather necessary documents, and plan your finances. Lean on your support system for a smoother journey. Good luck!  [Read more]

Ron Borland is a missionary with Youth With A Mission whose purpose is to have youths everywhere be able to be in the Mission field without any kind of seminary training. Currently, he is looking for work using his skills acquired. When he is not looking for work, he volunteer s teaching English at a local community center. He hold s a BA from SFSU in English with a concentration in Creative Writing. He does have a blog, ronywamchile.wordpress.com, where he writes ongoing inspiring messages of his work in the field. Ron Borland Alumni Experiences Chile is a beautiful place in Latin America, a popular destination for teaching English as a foreign language. Here's why teaching English in Chile is awesome and how it will change your life.  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy is an ESL teacher and a recent ITTT graduate with more than ten years of experience teaching to students of differing ages and ability levels alongside some professional teams and experienced teachers. Although Shirin enjoys working with various types of learners, she specializes in teaching English to young learners. She can use her positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage her students to work hard and succeed. Shirin lives in Iran and is inspired daily by her husband and lovely son. In her free time, Shirin likes to read, bike, and play with her son. Shirin Sophy Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching English in Thailand? ITTT TEFL course graduate Shirin moved to Thailand to teach English and shares her experience in this blog post...  [Read more]

William Noble has an MA in counseling psychology. He is a homeschooler, counselor, writer, and an ESL teacher. He has taught ESL since 2004 to Chinese, Russian, and Korean students. In 2019, he is moving to China with his Filipina wife and daughter. William Noble Destinations Teaching Ideas China is the largest EFL market in the world with more vacant positions than teachers to fill them with. If you want to teach English in China as well, it's a great idea to get a thorough understanding of the English speaking and writing errors made by Chinese students prior to coming to China.  [Read more]

Joanna is an ESL teacher, Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu competitor, traveler and photographer. She has thus far had the opportunity to teach in Bulgaria (Eastern Europe) and Nicaragua (Central America) but hopes to travel the world while teaching English and learning about other cultures. Joanna Dineva Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching English in China? Definitely check out the personal experience moving to Beijing to teach English by one of our TEFL course alumni. Joanna Dineva Destinations This article highlights the best places to teach English abroad in 2019 based on a number of google searches, salary opportunities, and how many programs they offer and compare them to the lists of countries with the greatest historical significance and came up with a list...  [Read more]

I am Bondar Anna, have been living and working in China for 11 years. Holder of BA in Economics, TEFL, TESOL, CTEYL certificates, and Child Psychology Diploma. I am an ELS Teacher, Staff Trainer, and Education Consultant. Looking forward to sharing my experience with you！ Anna Bondar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Let's take a look at the different types of school meetings most teachers have to go through when teaching English as a foreign language. Anna Bondar Destinations Alumni Experiences Being in China for over ten years, I've worked at more than 30 places, combining schools and training centers, kindergartens and private classes, etc. For the past five years, working as a recruiter, I would like to give you a few valuable tips on getting hired for your dream job.  [Read more]

Marie Hernandez is a solo female travel writer/blogger and the founder and author behind SeriouslyTravel. Her passion for travel and food inspires her to continually seek new adventures. Her desire is to inspire everyone to explore the world, even if it's just in your own back yard. Marie Hernandez Visa and Legal TEFL Information Job interviews are among the most daunting tasks for anyone. Here are our 5 steps to help prepare yourself for your TEFL interview.  [Read more]

Dan Sloat is a pilot, lawyer, sailor, economist, cowboy, entrepreneur, artist, military veteran, world traveler, and TEFL volunteer teacher. Currently, he leads a team of union workers in Texas for a Fortune 10 company. Dan Sloat Destinations Alumni Experiences Volunteer teaching in Nepal is thoroughly rewarding! The need for engaging and enthusiastic teachers is so great and the positive impact you can make, even in a short period, is significant. Here's how you can do it too.  [Read more]

Zareena is a TEFL Instructor based in Sulimaniyah, Kurdistan, Iraq. She enjoys motivating students in authentic ways and to inspire others to have optimism. Zareena Younis Destinations Alumni Experiences Nepotism, known as “wasta” in the workplace, is common in the Middle East, especially in the private sector. Personally, this area of common practice was unknown and unheard of to me as I come from a system of being recruited through the normal steps of applying for a job, being selected for an interview, and then being hired based on my experience knowledge, and skills. Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences Teachers in the Middle East are used to the traditional method of teaching, the teacher-centered approach, because this way is easier to manage the class, and it is what they...  [Read more]