Teens In A Classroom

How do you motivate TEFL students? To motivate TEFL students, understanding their age group and unique challenges is crucial. Young learners often respond with enthusiasm to fun activities, while adults are typically self-motivated, attending classes with clear objectives. However, teenagers present a distinct challenge. Due to heightened self-awareness, they might hesitate to participate out of fear of mistakes or peer judgment. To enhance motivation in teens, implement strategies that boost their confidence, incorporate relatable content, and create a supportive classroom environment that encourages participation and reduces fear of errors. Table of Contents Use plenty of pop culture Use a little competition Play to their strengths Use pen pals to encourage writing skills Only use age...  [Read more]

English Teacher Needed in Jakarta, Indonesia Date posted:2023-07-08 | Writer: HighScope Indonesia | Email: [email protected] Are you the one we are looking for?• Do you love teaching kids/teens?• Are you willing to learn?• Do you believe in student-centered learning?• Do you believe in facilitating active exploration, discovery, and interaction with new people and creative, forward thinking teaching materials?If you are, we want to hear from you!Job Description•  Responsible for teaching and learning activities in the classroom•  Teaching students with active learning system•  Monitor and record the students’ progress reports, and also make lesson plan•  Other responsibility given by Principal related to school program•  Monitor...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Tips on How to Help Students Cope With Stress As an English Speaking Person, I have had the stress of learning French as a Second Language, so I understand fully how difficult and stressful it can be to learn another language. I am here today to give successful ways to help overcome stress when students are learning English as a second language. Table of Contents Personal Qualities Teaching Approach Let's look at some different age groups and what can help them with stress. Pre-Teens to Teenagers Business Class Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Heather C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Needed in Penang, Malaysia Date posted:2020-03-01 | Writer: Enhance Education | Email: [email protected] Enhance Education needs an experienced, enthusiastic EFL teacher for a mid-April 2020 start. We have specialized in teaching English for almost 10 years and currently have four teaching centres in Penang State with a total enrolment of about 1700 students per term. In all centres we provide high-quality English language courses in spacious, well-equipped classrooms using interactive student-centred teaching methods. Our courses cover all ages and levels from age 4 years to adults. We are hiring for one end of April / early May start position and especially need a teacher with an upper-primary and teen bias with corporate class experience being of added...  [Read more]

How do you motivate TEFL students? Motivating young learners often proves straightforward, as they typically greet activities with eager enthusiasm. Likewise, adult learners usually exhibit determination and interest, being in the class by choice and possessing explicit objectives related to their career, academic, or personal life. However, the teenage years can present a different set of challenges. As adolescents, learners often become reticent to participate in class due to fear of making errors or being embarrassed among their peers. Their self-awareness can hinder full engagement in classroom activities. Here are some effective strategies to bolster motivation and participation in your teenage students. Use plenty of pop culture While English learning may not enthuse your students,...  [Read more]

English Teachers Wanted in Russia Date posted:2022-02-18 | Writer: Big Ben Int. | Email: [email protected] Language School Big Ben Int. is an independent establishment, looking for EFL teachers in our school's branch in Tula, working with groups.- give lessons of English in groups and individually- manage and educate students in a classroom setting (children/teens/adults)- conduct English Speaking Clubs- work in teens camps and summer programmesDetails of PositionPosition: NATIVE LEVEL EFL/ESL TEACHERSLanguage School "Big Ben Int." is looking for EFL teachers for the academic year 2022-2023 and summer 2022, working with groups and individuals.Responsibilities:- Conducting classes in group and / or individual form with children, teenagers and adults.- Preparation of children,...  [Read more]

EFL Teacher Needed in Poland Date posted:2019-10-27 | Writer: El dorado Cultural Center | Email: [email protected] El Dorado Cultural Center Poland is looking for a TEFL qualified native level English teacher to join our institutionin Olowa, 30 km from Wroclaw, starting on 01/11/2019, finishing on 30/06/2020 with the possibility to prolong it REQUIREMENTS: • English level: Native • Experience as an English teacher (all ages) • The candidate should hold a bachelor degree in education or its equivalents such as CELTA TEFL/TESOL • Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, culturally adaptable, fast learner and team player, patient, friendly and enthusiastic about teaching. Willing to teach young learners, teens and adults • Open to work with changeable schedule: some classes...  [Read more]

Teach Young Learners English in Argentina Date posted:2013-05-07 | Writer: Further School of English | Email: [email protected] Further School of English is a language school which opened in 1996 and has grown into being a reputable school for kids, teens and adults. We're looking for friendly, dynamic and reliable EFL teachers who genuinely enjoy working with kids and teens, and with a naturally good manner with them in the classroom environment. We place a lot of importance on a natural, communicative approach to our lessons, teaching through games, theatre, and craft activities to improve speaking and listening skills, along with a book to help develop reading and writing skills. Lessons for teenagers are more exam focused (PET, FCE..), but our objective of making the lessons as...  [Read more]

Full time EFL Job in Italy Date posted:2014-04-22 | Writer: Insidenglish | Email: [email protected] We have opportunities for full-time EFL teachers to join our language school in North Puglia, Italy. Full-time contract (25 hours per week) from June 2014-2015. We’re looking for teachers who are enthusiastic, flexible, creative with good organizational and inter-personal skills. You should be a good team worker and genuinely interested and dedicated to helping language learners get the most out of lessons, especially Young Learners. Lots of enthusiastic kids and teens at our school! School Description: We are a friendly, professional school with an excellent local reputation and a high student return rate. We offer quality language teaching to students of all ages and levels from...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Date posted:2006-05-31 | Writer: VUS-ETSC | Email: [email protected] Vietnam USA Society-English Language Service Center (VUS-ETSC) - established in 1997 - is the nationally recognized leader of quality English language instructional programs. Programs for TOEFL & TOEIC exam preparation have been developed in cooperation with the City University of New York. In addition, VUS-ETSC offers the following conversational, academic, and business English language courses: o Smart Kids Program for children 4 & 5 years of age o Super Kids Program for children 6 to 12 years of age o Young Leaders Program for teens aged 13 to 17 years of age o English for International Communication for adults (EIC) o English for Academic Purposes for...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Using Flashcards with Teens and Adults I'm pleased to say that I could teach or lead a class to learn English as a foreign language, challenging and rewarding. I have little experience tutoring adults in learning English. My studies learning what could be ahead for a teacher looking to lead a class in English was so rewarding. The challenge to get the students to engage in activities is a top priority for the teacher. I'll have to develop and practice proven ways to present to the class a lesson where the students may absorb the English language and will stay with them for the rest of their life. I had to give some thought about what I would write for my Essay and how I would present this topic, so I'm happy to be...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Strategies of Motivating Young Students in the ESL Class A child needs to feel a sense of trust in educators to fully cooperate in the class. There are many ways to increase motivation that will gain students' performance. To successfully motivate students, educators need to get to know students on a more personal level to know strengths and weaknesses to find the proper direction in finding strategies to motivate students in the classroom. Table of Contents Knowing students' background What is motivation for? Rapport in class Common issues Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate My N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Fun Games in the Classroom for Young English Learners Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find several ideas on how to versatile your classes with games and activities for young students. Why Should Students be Praised for their Achievements in the Classroom? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article considers the reasons why teachers need to praise students and celebrate their success regularly. 5 Great Activities to Accelerate All Four Language Skills Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to boost 4 language domains with flashcard games. Striking Reasons to Obtain a TEFL Training Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in California, USA Date posted:2013-04-29 | Writer: International House - San Diego | Email: [email protected] International House San Diego, the leading provider of English language instruction and cultural immersion programs to international teens in San Diego, is seeking experienced, dynamic ESL teachers for our Summer Junior Program in late June. Minimum Qualifications: • Native level English speaker • Authorized to work in the U.S. • Bachelors degree• CELTA or TEFL Certificate (120 hours, 6 hours observed practice) • Six months recent ESL classroom teaching experience • Experience teaching a variety of levels • Experience teaching young learners (aged 12-17) preferred Desired Qualifications • Experience teaching...  [Read more]

Qualified TEFL Teacher for Academic Year 2023/24 in Spain Date posted:2023-04-14 | Writer: Keltic English Centre | Email: [email protected] We are looking for TEFL teachers to join our dynamic & professional team here in Caceres, Spain.KELTIC is a private Irish-owned English-language school set up in 1993. We teach English to children, teenagers and adults. We prepare students for Trinity College London exams and Cambridge English Language Assessment.KELTIC has been preparation centre for both Exam Boards for over 25 years. We have 2 schools in Caceres, both located in the city centre.Our 10 classrooms are well-resourced and equipped with digital technology (IWBs in each classroom)KELTIC offers teachers a comprehensive Teacher-Training Programme that provides a great opportunity for...  [Read more]

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Teach Slang and Help Students Incorporate Them in Their Speach? What do you normally hear when you walk into a convenience store? Do you hear a man tell you, "Hello, how are you doing today?" or "Good morning?". The answer is likely no. More often than not you hear someone say "Sup, dude!" or "What's happening?" or some other kind of non-conventional English that would normally not find its home in the ESL classroom. Therefore, it is vital to teaching the students slang and idioms so that when they get into a real conversation outside of the classroom, they aren't thrown off or left in the dust by a few turns of phrase. Table of Contents The English Language Fluidity One Example Slang in the Classroom Part of the Program Do...  [Read more]

Positions For Enthusiastic TEFL Qualified Teachers in Moscow Date posted:2011-04-28 | Writer: Sunhill School | Email: [email protected] Sunhill School (Moscow region), a well established private school of foreign languages in green zone near Moscow, has openings for 2 TEFL qualified EFL teachers and a Director of Studies. We offer General and business English, General and Business German and General Spanish for kids, teens and adults. There is a very nice international team at school. If you are enthusiastic and like teaching, you're welcome! EFL teacher willo be native from UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, New Zealando hold College/University Bachelor's Degree or highero hold a certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.o have at least 1 year's experience in full time...  [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]

Job Teaching English in Argentina (3) Date posted:2016-02-23 | Writer: Further English | Email: [email protected] Are you energetic and motivated? Do you have experience teaching EFL? If so, this opening may appeal to you. Further School of English is a community of teachers in Buenos Aires` which strives to incorporate global teaching methodologies using real teaching experience in order to continuously develop the best teaching method for its learners. We are looking for those who think outside the box to help us evolve teaching further. WE OFFER: • A range of 12/30 hours a week (kids, teens, adults, In Company classes- you can state a preference in case you have one) • Competitive salary based on experience • Block hours • Free Spanish classes • Academic Assistance We...  [Read more]

Job in Ireland Teaching EFL Date posted:2020-02-23 | Writer: Gormanston Park School of English | Email: [email protected] Gormanston Park School of English, County Meath are currently recruiting experienced, hard-working and motivated professional EFL teachers to join our dynamic and supportive team. The teachers will be responsible for delivering 15-20 hours of engaging lessons to younger learners (11-17). Our campus is located 20 minutes from Dublin Airport. We have been hosting English language groups at Gormanston Park since 2015 and we are the only campus to offer in excess of 400 en-suite residential beds for 12 months of the year. We offer an exciting range of English language courses, with a strong focus on communication using task-based learning. We have designed our own...  [Read more]

Native Level EFL Teacher Required in Spain Date posted:2023-11-30 | Writer: London's Time | Email: [email protected] A prestigious School of English set up in 2002 with welcoming and helpful staff and management. Our students reviews show the excellent results in their Cambridge and APTIS exams. We teach YL to C2 levels in small groups in a supportive and professional environment. Our dedicated teachers enjoy teaching in our spacious classrooms with modern teaching resources.Located in the SE of Spain, Cartagena is a friendly and cheap city, where you can find historical sites, tapas, beautiful beaches nearby to enjoy sunny and warm winters. We offer a 25 hour per week teaching timetable with an early finish on Fridays. Our students are taught in small groups of 6-9, kids...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas Top Online Lesson Plan Resources for New and Advanced Teachers For many new and experienced EFL teachers, one of the most challenging aspects of their career is coming up with lesson plans that are both engaging and effective. Even if your employer provides a specific textbook to follow as a curriculum, you will often find that this can be rather dull for the students unless you spice things up by adding in some fun and original ideas from an outside source. By searching online you will find a huge amount of sites offering all manner of resources of varying quality and relevance. To save you the hassle of searching through them all, we have listed our 5 favorite websites that you can use to find quality lesson plans free of charge. Table...  [Read more]

Immediate Start for EFL Teacher in Spain Date posted:2020-01-30 | Writer: Maxus Formacion | Email: [email protected] Maxus Formacion is a language school in Barakaldo, which is a 15-minute underground ride from Bilbao. We specialise in English for kids, teens, adults and businesses. We are a steadily-growing company always looking for new talented EFL teachers to join our core team. Your core teaching hours might be from about 15:00 until about 21:30. However, you may be asked to teach in the morning according to the needs of our 'business clients'. You will be provided with continuous assessment, coaching and the possibility to attend TESOL and TEFL conferences in and around the Basque Country. We offer a friendly, young and dynamic working environment where your daily efforts are...  [Read more]

ESL Teacher - Teach English in Indonesia! Date posted:2024-01-30 | Writer: EF Kids and Teens Cibinong | Email: [email protected] Are you a passionate and energetic English speaker ready to embark on an exciting teaching adventure? Look no further! EF Cibinong is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as English Teachers.Why Indonesia?Indonesia is a thriving nation on the rise. Explore a country that's growing fast, with modern cities and exciting opportunities. Experience diverse traditions, delicious food, and friendly faces everywhere you go. Best of all, your money goes a long way here. Enjoy affordable living, delicious street food, and incredible adventures that won't drain your wallet.Why join us?EF Cibinong, a proud member of the EF family, is dedicated to providing...  [Read more]

TEFL Position in Costa Rica Date posted:2009-09-30 | Writer: SCLC | Email: [email protected] Located on the beautiful Sarapiqui River, the Sarapiqui Conservation Learning Center is a non-profit organization in Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Costa Rica dedicated to linking the communities with conservation through education and ecotourism. The SCLC is currently looking for an ESL Teacher. This position involves teaching English to adults and teens at the Center, possibly teaching English at local elementary schools, and assisting with conservation projects. Preferred applicants have TEFL certification, a university degree and speak Spanish. Job Description • Teach 3 levels of English night classes to adults and young adults. (Each level meets twice a week for 1.5 hrs) •...  [Read more]

ESL Teachers Needed in Vietnam Date posted:2023-04-26 | Writer: Language Link Vietnam | Email: [email protected] Full-time & Part-time ESL teachers for Schools Link program starting in August 2023.Job descriptionTeach the provided syllabus using ESL methods (primary OR secondary students).Create and facilitate engaging activities.Administer mid-term and final tests.Participate in mandatory monthly training workshops and meetings.Attend annual parent-teacher meetings.Regular communication with our team.Salary and benefitsHourly rates up to 600,000 VND per hour (based on experience/qualifications/ and offside distance)End-of-contract bonus*, re-signing bonus, annual pay rate reviewPaid Annual Leave and Sick Leave (up to 12 days)Paid Vietnamese Public HolidaysPaid Christmas...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Benefits of Implementing Songs and Music in the ESL Classes For the summative task for this course, I decided to research the use of songs in the classroom. The use of songs interests me because it seems that this is a good medium to provide some variety in the classroom and develop interest. Songs and music can also be used with all age groups, although of course whereas singalongs may be more appropriate with very young learners, other activities such as lyric breakdown are still very useful for older learners. Table of Contents Motivation The 9 Benefits by Lynch Pronunciation Training Developing Language Aspects Using Songs with Older Students 6 Steps to Make a Song Accompany the Lesson Context Songs for Adults Do you want to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles Lesson plan for an 80-minute class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their lesson plan. Consider that lesson planning is extremely important for learners' results. Significant Traits of an English Teacher | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their opinion on the perfect image of a TEFL teacher. My Journey as an English Teacher Abroad | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Spain (3) Date posted:2012-07-11 | Writer: Welcome English School | Email: [email protected] A dynamic, enthusiastic TEFL qualified native English Teacher is needed to start work in September 2012. We are a small friendly language school in Lugo, Northern Spain. The classes have a maximum of 8 students per class and are mostly of primary age kids, with some teens and adults classes. The Classrooms are big with natural light and we really make use of the space to get the kids up and interacting. We use our own lively, dynamic communicative method and have an abundance of resources at our disposal. For the teenagers we use a more structured approach but with the emphasis always being on oral language.About the CityLugo is a small, safe and very friendly...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Spain (2) Date posted:2011-05-30 | Writer: Welcome English School | Email: [email protected] A dynamic, enthusiastic native English Teacher is needed to start in September 2011. We are a small friendly language school in Lugo, Northern Spain. The classes have a maximum of 8 students per class and are mostly of primary age kids, with some teens and adults classes. The classrooms are big with natural light and we really make use of the space to get the kids up and interacting.We use our own lively, dynamic communicative method and have an abundance of resources at our disposal. For the teenagers we use a more structured approach but with the emphasis always being on oral language. About the CityLugo is a small, relaxing and very friendly city with a lot of...  [Read more]