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HUY MINH HOANG is a 38-year-old English teacher from Vietnam who is passionate about sharing his knowledge of the language with children to help them become more confident learners. He has a variety of hobbies, but reading is his favorite as it improves his vocabulary and concentration, and opens up knowledge about the world, history, and literature. HUY MINH HOANG believes that reading is one of the most interesting indoor activities and he is dedicated to serving his students and their parents to the best of his ability. Hoàng Minh Huy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Dive into the transformative realm of English learning with technology. Uncover how AI revolutionizes fluency through personalized experiences and authentic conversations. Hoàng Minh Huy Destinations Alumni...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas I was extremely overjoyed when I saw this as one of the options for the "Summative Task", because I have been teaching EFL online for about a year and a half, and EFL in general for about two years. The reason why I started online teaching Advantages Firstly, the commute was gone, practically non-existent. Secondly, one on one attention is given to every student. Thirdly and finally, online classes are extremely flexible. Like all things, online EFL teaching doesn't come without its challenges. Firstly, maintaining student focus levels. Secondly, not enough physical activity. My final words Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nelson A. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we discuss the types of platfrom available to online English teachers. We then look at ways to add your profile to these platforms in order to attract the maximum number of students to you. Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In the wake of the pandemic, distance learning has become the norm worldwide. Keep your online classes engaging and fun for kids with these 3 creative Zoom lesson plans - Morning Sharing, Show and Tell, and Draw and Guess. Try out these activities and bring excitement to your virtual classroom! Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Unlock your full potential as a teacher with these 3 essential skills: neutral pronunciation, grammar knowledge, and a...  [Read more]

Georgia Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The unofficial motto of the JET Programme is 'every situation is different (ESID).' This is completely true, and every JET's day looks different depending on whether they work in a public or private school, whether they have co-JETs or are solo, their teaching partner's style, and the school's schedule. I teach in a private junior and senior high school in central Tokyo, where students are aged 12-18. The following is my own experience, but every ALT's (assistant language teacher) experience on the JET Programme is vastly different. Wake up, get ready for school and commute to school 6:30 - 7:50 Home room: 8:10 - 8:30 Periods 1-4 Lunch time 12:30 - 13:10 Periods 5-7 After school 16:00 - 16:30 Saturdays Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

In the wake of globalization and a rising demand for English proficiency worldwide, ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers emerge as vital educators. They instruct English Language Learners (ELLs), individuals whose first language isn't English, aiming to elevate their spoken and written English fluency to specific standards. How is an ESL teacher different from a foreign language teacher? What age groups do ESL teachers work with? Where do ESL teachers work? How do I become an ESL teacher? What are the benefits of being an ESL teacher? How do I get my first job as an ESL teacher? While both teach languages, ESL educators are specialized in teaching English to non-native speakers, often without sharing a common first language. Their teaching approach emphasizes...  [Read more]

In recent years, the demand for English language education in South Korea has been steadily increasing. This trend has been further accelerated by the global shift towards online education, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, there is a growing need for qualified and experienced English teachers who can deliver high-quality online lessons to students in South Korea. In this article, we will explore the key factors driving this demand and how ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) is helping to meet the needs of both teachers and students in this evolving landscape. South Korea has long been known for its strong emphasis on education, with English language proficiency being particularly valued in both academic and professional settings. As the country has...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the importance of teaching Medical English as a foreign language, empowering healthcare professionals to provide quality care in diverse settings. Explore the impact of language proficiency, effective teaching techniques, cultural competence, and the opportunities it presents for career advancement. Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Writing skills, one of the four fundamental skills we teach our ESL students should be incorporated into every lesson if possible. Sometimes however, we would focus our whole lesson around a single writing skill. An adaptable plan which can be adjusted for level and content is presented here. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover effective strategies for tailoring language learning experiences for children aged 4-12. Explore the developmental characteristics of preschoolers and school-age learners, and unlock valuable insights to optimize language acquisition at each stage. Whether you're an educator or a parent, this comprehensive guide offers practical tips for fostering language skills in young learners. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the importance of teaching Medical English as a foreign language, empowering healthcare professionals to provide quality care in diverse settings. Explore the impact of language proficiency, effective teaching techniques, cultural competence, and the...  [Read more]

Are you considering a career change or looking to enhance your current teaching skills? Completing a CELTA course can open up a world of opportunities in the field of English language teaching. The Cambridge CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is one of the most renowned and recognized qualifications for English language teachers worldwide. By obtaining a CELTA certificate, you can significantly boost your chances of landing a rewarding job in the field of English language teaching. In this article, we will explore the various career opportunities that become available to you after completing a CELTA course with ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). 1. **Unlocking Career Opportunities with a CELTA Certificate** 2. **Teaching English Abroad** 3....  [Read more]

Brittany Varano Destinations Alumni Experiences For those thinking of teaching English in South Korea, the EPIK program offers one of the best job opportunities in Asia. An acronym that stands for "English Program in Korea," EPIK hires native English teachers to co-teach or lead English lessons in public elementary, middle, and high schools around the country. Listen to this blog post: So, who can teach English with EPIK? A Day in the Life of An EPIK Elementary Teacher: A Normal Teaching Schedule 7:00 - 7:30 am Wake Up + Get Ready 8:00 am Walk to School 8:30 am School Starts 9:00 am - 12:20 pm First - Fourth Periods 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm Lunch 1:10pm - 2:40pm Fifth + Sixth Periods 2:40 pm Students Go Home 2:40 - 4:30 pm Lesson Planning 4:30 Freedom! Important things to know about EPIK Do...  [Read more]

The demand for English instructors in the Indian education sector has been steadily increasing in recent years. As the country continues to expand its global presence, proficiency in the English language has become a crucial skill for students and professionals alike. This growing demand has created a plethora of opportunities for qualified English teachers looking to make a difference in the lives of Indian learners. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind the high demand for English instructors in India, the qualifications needed to teach English in the country, the various job opportunities available, and the benefits of pursuing a career in English education in India. 1. **The Importance of English Education in India** 2. **Qualifications Required to Teach English in...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching is not generally a lucrative profession, because in Africa we have strange financial priorities. But there are so many countries out there that make teaching quite a better living particularly teaching the English language as a foreign language. I don't think and neither do I believe that one can just wake up and call himself or herself into a particular field without training. Fully ingrained should one be, call himself or herself an English language teacher and this can not be achieved without education. English demand Development options Travel opportunities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christian A. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Date posted:2008-04-21 | Writer: Village Camps - Recruitment Office | Email: [email protected] Village Camps Cork, Ireland will be a three week programme, offering Golf, Ridng and Extensive English Camps, along with Leadership Skills challenges and general sports and activities after the main camps are finished in late afternoons. Accommodation in Cork is in college student housing blocks, very comfortable, with en suite facilities and in 4 bedroom apartments.  There will be 1-2 counselors in a bedroom with the other three bedrooms occupied by 6-8 campers for whom counselors would be responsible at night. About 60-80 campers are expected in the three programmes.  Staff required will be ESL teachers that are prepared to provide fun conversational approaches to...  [Read more]

Every teacher, particularly those starting their careers, inevitably stumbles upon some mistakes in the classroom. The key to improving as a teacher is recognizing these errors. In this article, we will examine some of the most common pitfalls new teachers encounter and how to steer clear of them as you grow in experience. Don't talk too much Don't let one or two students dominate the class Don't pretend you know everything Don't try to improvise Don't follow the textbook too rigidly or abandon it altogether Don't say ?Do you understand?? Don't just use words Don't forget to give plenty of feedback Don't think of your students as your friends One of the most frequent mistakes by novice teachers is monopolizing the conversation during lessons. Remember, students need ample opportunities...  [Read more]

Date posted:2005-06-17 | Writer: MANOR COURSES | Email: [email protected] Residential Native Speaker EFL Teachers (Qualified) Starting 4th July 6 Week Contracts Taunton, Somerset (South West England, 45min from Bristol) Main Responsibilities:  ·  LESSONS - Teach 3hrs. per morning, 5 times per week.  ·  Plus HOMEWORK - Teach 45min. per afternoon, 5 times per week.  ·  DUTY ROTAS - 2hr. Supervisory Duties (of facilities and some activities) per afternoon/evening on a duty-rota basis, 6 times per week.  ·  RESIDENTIAL - Bedtime/Wake-up Duty on a duty-rota basis, approx. 3 times per week. Other Resonsibilities:  ·  Materials - Plan and organise materials from a range of resources.  ·  Testing - Oral testing and...  [Read more]

Date posted:2008-05-04 | Writer: Village Camps | Email: [email protected] Village Camps, York England operates at Queen Ethelburga’s College, an  extraordinary British Boarding School just outside of York.  Facilities at the College include language classrooms, a computer lab, tennis courts,  soccer pitches, a climbing wall, a small indoor multi-sports hall, an athletics track, playing fields, an arts and crafts centre, a theatre, a riding centre and an indoor swimming pool. Campers and staff members eat together (self-service) in the large dining room and sleep in very comfortable accommodations, all with private kitchens, internet connections and en suite facilities.  There will be 2-4 counsellors per room.  The Camp welcomes up to 180 campers over...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Even before graduation, an opportunity to conduct English classes online jumped onto my lap. As a graduating student who has studied English and its nuances as well as its beauty, I thought it would be a great experience to delve into this new world. I have never thought that such an industry exists and that it has not been my ultimate goal to carve a niche in such. However, time passed and it still holds a special place in my heart. Job Search Opportunities Lesson Flow Drawbacks Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Micah A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In most developed nations, technology is prevalent in all areas of life. Adults and children alike are exposed to technology from the moment they wake up, and until they go to bed. Computers, social media, toys, and transportation are just a few of the many areas in which technology is a part of daily life. Teachers need to think about the ways they can include technology in their lessons. Projector Social Media Hybrid Learning Ways Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dakota C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teachers often have the option of presenting information using a projector. In the...  [Read more]

Date posted:2006-01-26 | Writer: Manor Courses Ltd | Email: [email protected] Course Centre: Taunton School, Somerset, U.K. Contract Dates: 4 week contracts: Wed 12 July - Wed 9 Aug 6 week contracts: Wed 12 July - Thur 24 Aug 2 day Induction Course: Mon 10 - Tue 11 July (Arrive Sun 9 July) REMUNERATION PACKAGE includes:  ·  Salary: £200.00 per week (Wed to Wed), starting from Wed 12 July(Less N.I. and Tax if applicable).  ·  Accommodation for duration of contract.  ·  Full board (3 meals a day, 2 refreshment breaks plus free tea and coffee throughout).  ·  £5 lunch money, in addition to packed lunch, when on Full-Day Excursion Duty.  ·  £ 50 contribution to travel expenses to Taunton (Less Tax)....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Back in 2014, I worked at a nursery school here in South Africa. I was the English teacher for the three to four-year-olds at this school. There were 32 students in my class. My class was so small that during nap time two students had to sleep on one mattress. There was no space to leave the class once the children had fallen asleep. I had to make sure that all my belongings were out of the class once the students came in for their naptime or I had to leave whatever was forgotten behind once I was one my way to my next job. In unit 3 on page 21, they talk about the whole class grouping pros and cons and that is really explained well where they say "class grouping is suitable for activities where the teacher needs to be in control" or "have the...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences 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). Language Use Worldwide The Boom in Worldwide Travel The Benefit of TEFL When...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas When the aroma of gingerbread and eggnog is in the air, you know it's time to translate your love for the most beautiful season of the year into your TEFL classroom with winter ESL activities! Listen to this blog post: 1. What makes the perfect winter day? 2. Write an article for a local newspaper 3. Make paper snowflakes 4. Read something about winter 5. Play a game of Taboo 6. Holiday Extravaganza! 7. If everything else fails: These worksheets do the trick! Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! While this is the perfect time to embrace winter in TEFL destinations with changing seasons, it's also ideal to educate your students living in places with tropical temperatures...  [Read more]

Gianluca Costa Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences If you are thinking of moving to Hong Kong to teach English, this article is a great overview of how an ESL teacher's life in Hong Kong can be. English is widely spoken in Hong Kong, and even young children start their English education very early. Many parents place their children in English institutions early on, which shows how important English education is in Hong Kong. That's why Hong Kong offers many opportunities for ESL teachers, and you can find placements in a variety of school settings, from kindergartens, learning centers to private tutoring lessons. Let's take a look what a typical day in the life of an ESL teacher in Hong Kong looks like. Morning schedule Lunchtime Afternoon classes Time to leave Lesson time...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Walking into a kindergarten classroom in any language may have most teachers running right back out the door. A kindergarten classroom can be like a circus. The teacher is the ringmaster. The students range from man-eating lions to trapeze artists to clowns. It's important to remember that kindergarten students do not understand they are meant to be learning great truths and skills that will set them up for the rest of their life. They want to play, love, be loved, and enjoy every aspect of life to the fullest, even when they are sitting in the classroom. Even the physical excitement that kindergarteners have can be used to create an even deeper understanding of language and should never be seen as bad. Children love to explore and learn....  [Read more]

Julia Erbacher Alumni Experiences I am American. What is your nationality? What city and state are you from? How old are you? What is your education level and background? Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been? Where did you study? What made you interested in going to teach English abroad? What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad? Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT? Which TEFL certification course did you take? How did you like the course? How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position? Which city and country did you decide to teach English in and why? How long have you been in this country and how long do you plan to stay? How did you secure your English teaching job? What school, company, or program...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In the wake of the upcoming 2020 Olympics in Japan, there has been an increase in elementary school level English classes. As an assistant language teacher half into my fourth year, I have had the rare chance to work the entirety of my time in one elementary school where I have had many great memories. However, being present every day I began to notice that some students were struggling or in some cases, not even trying when it came to English class. Talking with my peers and colleagues from other elementary schools as well as my own, there are some common problems that many students seem to experience in an English class. These problems include learning in a counter-productive environment, inconsistent exposure to the language, and a lack of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences "To be a good teacher, you need to love what you teach. Teachers are given the word not to put their thoughts to sleep, but to wake someone else's." - V. Klyuchevsky, Russian historian Teaher's Self-development Teacher's Attitude Teacher's Professional Development Teacher's Self-evaluation How Self-analysis Influences Teaching? Do you want to be a TEFL teacher? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zarina S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. A teacher who is able to learn will also be able to grow as a specialist, improve in his/her pedagogical activity and perfect his/her professional skills. The first and constant helper in...  [Read more]

Laura Payne Teaching Ideas Much of language learning comes through language experimentation; steering away from examples and formulas and attempting to arrange your own ideas into words. No matter what a student's goal may be in learning English, they will eventually have to do this by leaving the classroom and using English on their own. Activities like creative writing are one method to encourage the practice of experimentation and expression in ESL students. In this post, we're going to look at five different activities students can use to put their thoughts into writing. Listen to this blog post: 1. (New Year's) Resolutions 2. Letters to the Future 3. Cultural Ambassadors 4. Travel Itinerary 5. Reactions Take a TEFL course and start teaching English around the world! Related...  [Read more]

Rhea Latchu Destinations Teaching Ideas Within the last months, many countries have been implementing various restrictive measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Thus, many of us have had to adapt to drastic changes in our day-to-day life. Lots of EFL teachers, myself included, are currently stranded in foreign countries with expiring visas and/or contracts. Many are faced with the absence of physical contact from others. Some have even lost their jobs and are currently without an income. Numerous EFL teachers aren't earning their full salary. In addition to that, the ones who were used to face-to-face classes now have to adapt to online teaching. Can you imagine facing all these challenges, while dealing with the fear of contracting the deadly virus? Below, We Explore Five (5)...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas There are many reasons that using songs in the classroom is important. The first, music speeds up learning. The 1960s was the moment when scholars began to examine the possibility of increasing memory abilities with music. Research in the Field In classroom Other purposes to use music Group work Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Huong T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. A series of creative experiments performed by Dr. Georgi Lozanov and Evelyna Gateva and their findings revolutionized teaching methodology. It initiated the whole brain learning method called Accelerated Learning. Knowledge...  [Read more]