Tefl Level 5 Assignment 1

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Steps to Teaching Mixed Ability ESL Students Effectively It is well known that the population of students in the same class is usually heterogeneous. In other words, all students have different learning abilities, talents, intelligence, interests, and maturity level. A teacher's task is to understand how to help each student to learn best. Educators use various teaching techniques, methods, and tools to reach students' needs. There are different ways to teach the classes with mixed learning abilities, and among them are the strategies that work well in the multilevel classes. Table of Contents 1. Testing the students' level 2. The principles of instruction 3. Variations in classroom management...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Simple Rules Which Help to Keep Students Motivated Emphasize the most critical concepts continuously. Reiterate these concepts in lectures and assignments throughout the course. Include questions relating to these critical subjects on every exam, thus rewarding students for learning, retaining, and, hopefully, applying this knowledge in a variety of contexts. Table of Contents 1. Use visual aid 2. Organize in-class activities 3. Show that the content is related 4. Show the importance of the vocabulary 5. Praise 6. Challenge Are you ready to teach English to ESL students? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Maurine M. S. 1. Use visual aid Provide students with a "visual aid" when possible to...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Business English Teaching Equals Teaching Adults The teaching of business English by definition means that your students/clients will be adults.English is the modern language of business. As markets have become global, businesses at all levels have had to adapt and train their staff in English usage, both written and spoken. Table of Contents Expertise in different fields Business interactions vs. Life interactions Benefits Place of study Skills to develop Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jessica H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Expertise in different fields When...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Thailand (3) Date posted:2017-02-08 | Writer: Brighton Language Academy | Email: [email protected] Brighton Language Academy is a leading language school in Phayao, Northern Thailand. The school comprises of Pre-school level, Primary level and Adult level and we currently have 200 pupils who have attended our school in various levels and courses. Our school aspires to become the number one English Language School in Northern Thailand. JOB DETAILS: Hours of Work:  5 days per week / occasionally support school events and activities Key responsibilities: 1.            Teaching English language to students age 3 to 12, depends on level or class assignment...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Saudi Arabia (2) Date posted:2014-02-10 | Writer: Saudi Electric Services Polytechnic | Email: [email protected] Saudi Electric Services Polytechnic (SESP) is based in the community of Baish in Saudi Arabia’s Jizan Province. SESP began training operations in September 2012. Because SESP is expanding to other campuses within Saudi Arabia, there are additional EFL teaching opportunities coming soon. Assignments are for one-year initially with renewable contracts upon mutual agreement; however, serious consideration will be given to candidates willing to commit to a two-year assignment. All trainees are high school graduates with class sizes averaging between 15-17 trainees.   Salary and Benefits Package: The overall salary and benefits package is...  [Read more]

Job For EFL Instructor in Tokyo, Japan Date posted:2019-12-10 | Writer: Berkeley House | Email: [email protected] Berkeley House Language Center is proud to announce the launch of our online program to cater to our highly mobile, highly global minded business clientele. We are currently seeking vibrant and skilled EFL instructors to join our talented team of teachers to instruct various face-to-face lessons at our school and/or corporate locations throughout the Kanto area, as well as online programs. GENERAL SCHEDULE & CONDITIONS: WORK DAYS: ・Five days a week *Candidates able to work weekends preferred. WORK HOURS: ・20 - 25 work hours per week. ・Up to 23 teaching hours per week. (Shift Example) ・Monday~Friday 　Average of 4~5 hours between...  [Read more]

Elementary Substitute Teacher Date posted:2024-04-08 | Writer: American International School of Guangzhou | Email: [email protected] Elementary School Substitute Teacher in Early Years and Lower Elementary School We are looking for talents who are currently residing in GZ. This is a part-time position without benefits.   TEACHING ASSIGNMENT  Elementary Substitute Teacher.  There are 28 Classroom Teachers and 20 Specialists or 36 TAs that may require a short or long term substitute.  Grade levels range from Pre-Kindergarten through to Grade 5   CLASS SIZE Between 18-24 students depending on grade level.   DAILY SCHEDULE Approximately six 40-minute periods of an eight period day. The school runs on a 6-day schedule. REQUIRED WEEKLY MEETING TIME Monday...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Carpi, Italy Date posted:2005-11-10 | Writer: Benedict School Snc | Email: [email protected] The Benedict School, Carpi (Italy) has an opening for two EFL instructors for January 2006 to replace two of our five teachers who are returning home after a 1, 5 year assignment. Start Date : 9 January 2006. Desired Qualifications : · Recognized teaching certification (RSA/CELTA, etc...). · Cross-cultural sensitivity · Strong classroom management skills/organizational and planning skills/ability to give clear, concise directions and explanations · Some proficiency level in a second language preferred (Italian) · Creativity /Imagination · Good interpersonal/communication skills · Minimum teaching experience with adults : 1 - 2 years. · Some teaching...  [Read more]

Male and Female EFL Teachers Needed in Saudi Arabia (2) Date posted:2013-04-18 | Writer: Shabaka Training | Email: [email protected] Male and Female EFL teachers needed for The Saudi Arabia University Preparatory Year project starting in August, 2013. Shabaka Training was established in 2008 with the sole purpose of offering English language courses. We have created a successful program at King Faisal University within the Preparatory Year Deanship (PYD) and taught more than 3,000 students since its inception.  Overview • Located in (Eastern Province) about 2 hours from Bahrain. • Preparing Saudi teenagers for entrance into university faculties of Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, Business, and Computer Science. • 17 classroom contact hours per...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Taiwan (5) Date posted:2014-08-14 | Writer: Korrnell Academy | Email: [email protected] Are you a TEFL certified teacher? Korrnell Academy, a top-rated, fastest-growing school, awaits your arrival! Korrnell Academy is a diversified-culture, Chinese-English bilingual private school (a grade school rather than a cram language center) in Hsinchu County. We use American curriculum with American textbooks to nurture our children to grow happily and healthily. Our school has the following advantages over other schools/language institutes in Taiwan or other non-native English speaking countries: 1. Korrnell Academy offers Chinese-English dual immersion program to our students. ESL teachers teach curriculum-based English classes with American textbooks. We provide...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs in China One third of the Worlds’ population lives in China. Combine this with a booming export economy and a rapidly growing service sector, and you construct a massive TEFL jobs market. With TEFL jobs in all Chinese cities and towns, you should have no problem in finding a position in a location of your choice. Beijing, Shanghai and all larger cities, which sometimes feel like countries, have massive jobs markets. Such has been the increase in demand that pay and conditions in China have improved dramatically over the years. You can do very well here as a TEFL teacher. English schools are to be found almost everywhere, with the more industrious East of the country having the highest proportion of TEFL jobs in China. All native English speakers can easily find TEFL jobs in...  [Read more]

Full Time TEFL Job in Vietnam Date posted:2018-05-10 | Writer: Shelton DG | Email: [email protected] Step up your level of TEFL teaching and do good while being well-compensated for your efforts. Join Shelton DG in leading the way in Corporate Social Responsibility for English teaching and training in Vietnam. Save money while living in some of the most fascinating locations of this stunning country during the next year. We need 50 full time English, subject and IELTS teachers for all ages and levels for the upcoming year in a number of northern Vietnam provinces: Hai Phong, Ha Long City - Quang Ninh Province, Phu Tho Province, all within 1 - 3 hours by the newly opened rapid toll-way system between the locations and Hanoi. Our Full time positions offer steady pay and...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Important Personal Qualities of a Teacher Which Influence Students’ Learning Many English language learners have different motivations, interests, and skills in learning a new language. In a classroom with diverse backgrounds and skill levels, it's very important that a teacher strives to understand each of their students to the best of their abilities and support them along in their journey to learning English. Table of Contents What Are Personal Qualities? 1. An Ability to Listen 2. An Ability to Empathize 3. An Ability to Build Rapport 4. An Ability to Be Patient 5. An Ability to Adopt Are you ready to work on your teaching qualities? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Anticipated Problems When Teaching English Vocabulary Young children, even when they are learning their native tongue, learn the words before they learn how to apply them correctly and as a result, children often make mistakes in their grammar, however, even when they do, it is mostly the vocabulary or the order of the words which still provides a degree of context which makes the message they intend to convey understandably and thus susceptible to improvement. It is exactly because of this fact that in this essay, I would like to dive into teaching vocabulary. Table of Contents Some reflections and advice Teaching vocabulary in primary school Teaching vocabulary to teenagers Summarized and based on the experience I would provide the...  [Read more]

TEFL in Sunny Suratthani, Thailand Date posted:2006-04-20 | Writer: Suratthani School | Email: [email protected] Â Suratthani School is a government school with 3, 520 students on role. Within this school is an English program, which delivers courses in mathematics, science, dramatic arts, information technology, physical education and health, and English. All these subjects are taught in the English language. Suratthani School is in need of teachers for the English Program. Located in the South of Thailand, near many beaches and islands, Suratthani School is the leading government school in the area, providing high-quality education for Mattayom 1-3 students (from approximately the North American equivalent of grades 7-10)in the English Program. Some courses are also taught to the...  [Read more]

TEFL Vacancies in Taiwan Date posted:2011-03-10 | Writer: Kojen | Email: [email protected] Kojen has opportunities for qualified TEFL teachers in Taipei, Keelung, Taichung, and Kaohsiung. The ideal candidate will be outgoing, professional, and willing to experiment with ideas. We are looking for people with at least 6 months teaching experience. Our students range from young learners to adults at a variety of levels. Benefits include an attractive hourly rate and arrangement of  work permit/resident visa.  KOJEN offers:1. A comfortable, supportive work environment.2. A fully developed curriculum.3. An outstanding teaching library with over 6000 handouts, games and activities for you to build yourclasses with.4. A great team of highly qualified, interestingcolleagues...  [Read more]

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching With The Help of Interesting Resources As our world evolves, it presents a variation of digital tools that can be used as support when teaching a Second Language. The number of students that need to learn a new language continually grows. Considering this, teachers need to update and improve their teaching style and use every tool that is presented to them. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Process of Learning Teaching Aids Benefits Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Maria B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Listen to this blog post: Process of...  [Read more]

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 4 Incredible Ways to Build on Your TEFL Teaching Confidence There are many things I have learned over my thirty-plus years teaching students full time in classrooms, ranging from primary grades 2-5 and in junior high and high school. However, one of the most crucial things a teacher needs in the face of young and older learners is confidence! If the students suspect that the teacher has no idea what they are doing, it can be detrimental to the lesson and the teacher's ability to control the classroom situation. Having a confident teacher brings positivity to the classroom and comfort among the students that they are going to learn something valuable. Throughout my career, I wore many hats to grow...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences 5 Simple Tips to Improve Your Classroom Management Skills I made a good number of blunders my first year teaching that still make me cringe. I learned though. And it's fair to say, when it comes to managing a classroom, most of what we learn as new teachers is trial by fire. It's also smart to heed the advice of those who have walked - and stumbled - before you. If you are struggling with discipline, here are five tips that you can start using right away: Table of Contents 1. Use a normal, natural voice 2. Speak only when students are quiet and ready 3. Use hand signals and other non-verbal communication 4. Address behavior issues quickly and wisely 5. Always have a well-designed, engaging lesson Listen to this blog post Now it's...  [Read more]

TEFL in Bangladesh Date posted:2009-06-25 | Writer: Asian University for Women | Email: [email protected] ***This position is based in Chittagong, Bangladesh. There are multiple openings for this position.*** The Access Academy of AUW is designed to bring in talented students who have already completed class 12 or equivalent and prepare them for a rigorous university education where instruction is in the English medium. The Access Academy seeks highly effective and experienced English language instructors (TESOL/TEFL or otherwise qualified and practiced to teach English language) who can work patiently with students with inadequate English background and develop their reading, writing and listening skills within a 12-month period to a level that they can fully perform at...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Revolutionize Your EFL Lessons with ChatGPT: Creative Tips and Tricks for Teachers Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly emerged as a game-changer across various industries, including education. The integration of AI tools in the classroom has the potential to revolutionize the way students learn and teachers teach. One such tool is ChatGPT, an AI chatbot that simulates conversation with human users. In this blog post, we will delve into what AI and chatbots are and how ChatGPT can be used in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. We will also explore the benefits and challenges of using AI tools like ChatGPT in education. Table of Contents Watch the live webinar about this topic Defining ChatGPT, chatbots, and...  [Read more]

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs Looking to embark on an adventure abroad while making a positive impact as an English teacher? Government-run TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs offer an incredible opportunity to do just that. These well-organized initiatives, often backed by various countries' governments, provide aspiring educators with a unique chance to teach English in foreign lands, all while gaining an unforgettable cross-cultural experience. Table of Contents 1. FEI/TAPIF — France: International/USA Applications and Eligibility 2. NET Scheme in Hong Kong How to Qualify for the HK NET Scheme Category One requires: 3. CETP Hungary Application Process 4. JET Japan Application...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How to Motivate Students to Learn English? This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Monika B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents There are two types of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic Tactics to motivate students: 1. The teacher should make the class more communicative 2. The teacher should make English practical 3. The teacher should try to make the class a fun setting 4. The teach should form a relationship 5. The teacher should give feedback Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: There are two types of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic Extrinsic motivation is a push that comes from outside...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Guide to Teaching One-to-One & Group Business English Classes The main reason for doing this TEFL course was to improve my teaching skills and to use them to teach business English. Even though I studied business and economics, I cannot know everything in this field or other fields like hotel management or IT. But I can help my students to improve their vocabulary and to speak more fluently at meetings. It is important in the beginning that we ask our students what they would like to improve and why they decided to take special business English classes. Based on their needs we can provide a high-level class, tailored to their needs. Table of Contents Design the lessons in a way that nobody feels uncomfortable. Students who...  [Read more]

Tue, 21 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences New Technology in the Classroom: Are New Technologies Effective in the Classroom? Recently there was a debate on whether technology should be used in the classroom. It intern created these questions; is it profitable in the long run? Is it worth the money for parents? Are we as educators feeding into the technology movement? Breslin, McKeown, & Groves (2012), states "technology refers to methods, systems, and devices which are the result of scientific knowledge being used for practical purposes." Table of Contents Technology for knowledge retention Technology for individual learning Technology as a time-saver Future prospectives Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course now! Related Articles: Listen to this blog...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Empowering ESL Educators: A Guide to Free Teaching Tools Navigating the realm of ESL teaching is both rewarding and challenging. To equip educators with versatile and effective resources, a myriad of free tools has emerged, revolutionizing the way English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught. These tools not only streamline lesson planning but also enrich classroom engagement and student learning experiences. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into an array of invaluable free resources tailored specifically for ESL teachers, empowering them to craft dynamic and impactful lessons that resonate with diverse learners. Table of Contents Zoom Miro Google Docs Canva Calendy WeTransfer Microsoft Loop...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in the USA  ESL teacher/homestay provider in Honolulu Writer: ECHS Teachers Homestay | Email: [email protected] ECHS Teachers Homestay is actively seeking new teachers/host families living in the greater Honolulu area. This is a fun program where students accelerate their learning process by living and studying in their English teachers home. Most students stay from 1-4 weeks. Students are all ages arriving from Europe or Asia. We are looking for a host/teacher that can provide the following: 15 hours private English instruction per week. 3 outings/activities per week with students. Private bedroom.Meals.Requirements: All certified teachers are encouraged to apply. TEFL/TESOL Certification is a bonus. An extensive ESL...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in the USA  ESL teacher/homestay provider in Honolulu Writer: ECHS Teachers Homestay | Email: [email protected] ECHS Teachers Homestay is actively seeking new teachers/host families living in the greater Honolulu area. This is a fun program where students accelerate their learning process by living and studying in their English teachers home. Most students stay from 1-4 weeks. Students are all ages arriving from Europe or Asia. We are looking for a host/teacher that can provide the following: 15 hours private English instruction per week. 3 outings/activities per week with students. Private bedroom.Meals.Requirements: All certified teachers are encouraged to apply. TEFL/TESOL Certification is a bonus. An extensive ESL...  [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]

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Motivating Students in the Everyday Classroom "Student motivation" is affected by both intrinsic and extrinsic factors" (Reeve, 1996). It is part of a teacher's job to boost student's interests for knowledge and understanding, knowing as intrinsic motivation. The real problem for the teachers is: how to keep students motivated in an everyday classroom? The recommendations are as follows. Table of Contents Being enthusiastic Positive Classroom atmosphere Fun activities and materials Properly feedback and evaluation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Minxin Z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]