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What does TEFL stand for? TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. In other words, it is a teaching qualification for teaching English to anyone whose first language isn’t English. TEFL certificates are academic qualifications that are provided upon successful completion of a TEFL course. TEFL certificates can be used anywhere in the world, although the TEFL acronym is most commonly used when referring to teachers in the UK and Europe. Almost all schools expect their ESL teachers to be fluent in the English language, with sound communication skills and an ESL teaching qualification (TEFL/TESOL/CELTA). CELTA shares some similarities with TEFL and TESOL courses. It is overseen by the Cambridge university and is predominantly a qualification for teaching English to adult...  [Read more]

What does TEFL stand for? TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. In other words, it is a teaching qualification for teaching English to anyone whose first language isn't English. TEFL certificates are academic qualifications that are provided upon successful completion of a TEFL course. TEFL certificates can be used anywhere in the world, although the TEFL acronym is most commonly used when referring to teachers in the UK and Europe. Almost all schools expect their ESL teachers to be fluent in the English language, with sound communication skills and an ESL teaching qualification (TEFL/TESOL/CELTA). CELTA shares some similarities with TEFL and TESOL courses. It is overseen by the Cambridge university and is predominantly a qualification for teaching English to adult...  [Read more]

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Is it worth taking a TEFL degree? A degree in TEFL/TESOL is at level 6 (of the UK qualifications system) and is therefore a very high level of study in the English teaching world. We will show later what level six means, in the overall qualification scheme. Table of Contents What can these degrees be used for? Other jobs that will become available with your degree 1. Director of Studies in an ESL situation 2. Consulting and advisory positions 3. Writing and editing for publications such as magazines 4. Curriculum development Levels of TEFL Degrees Conclusion Ready to teach English as a Foreign Language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! A few examples of such Level 6...  [Read more]

Teach Adults or Children EFL in Asia Date posted:2019-06-04 | Writer: RGT Recruit | Email: [email protected] RGT Recruit is small, family-run British ESL recruitment agency founded in 2008. We have helped hundreds of teachers find their dream job in Asia. We are currently hiring TEFL qualified teachers for our partners in Asia, who are language centers with 100+ branches in 20 cities with 350 teaching staff. They are highly reputable, well-established, and employ many expatriate teachers. JOB & PACKAGE DETAILS: • Choose to teach adults or children. • Up to £2700 ($3500) per month. • 20 teaching hours per week. • Flight Allowance. • Free hotel at beginning of contract and help finding apartment. • Many bonuses. • Around 4 weeks paid leave. • Airport pickup and...  [Read more]

Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? Navigating the world of English teaching, especially as a newcomer, can be overwhelming given the numerous acronyms such as TEFL and CELTA. Both are recognized and hold significant value in the teaching community, but their meaning and comparison can still cause a bit of confusion. Let's demystify what each one represents and discuss their comparative merit. What does TEFL mean? TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, broadly encompasses any training or certification aimed at individuals who wish to teach English, whether locally, abroad, or online. It does not denote a specific course or certification. Upon researching, you will find countless TEFL course providers offering a variety of courses differing in duration, cost, and quality. TEFL's twin...  [Read more]

Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? When choosing between TEFL and CELTA, it is essential to understand their specific strengths: In essence, while both certifications are valuable, the choice between TEFL and CELTA largely depends on your target teaching audience and career goals. Table of Contents What does TEFL mean? What does CELTA mean? Which is better, TEFL or CELTA? What if a course doesn't meet this criteria? Does the location of the course affect its quality? What does TEFL mean? TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, broadly encompasses any training or certification aimed at individuals who wish to teach English, whether locally, abroad, or online. It does not denote a specific course or certification. Upon researching, you will find countless TEFL course providers...  [Read more]

EFL Teacher Needed in Belize Date posted:2019-10-14 | Writer: Teach Beyond UK | Email: [email protected] Belize Christian Academy is located in Belmopan, Belize, Central America, and counts around 210 students from 20 different nationalities from kindergarten all the way to 12th grade. The school is located in a beautiful tropical location with a family atmosphere. Belize Christian Academy serves families of varied faith backgrounds, but are Christian in their values and educational approach. We are currently looking for a friendly new secondary English teacher for an open-ended position. BENEFITS: Competitive Salary Allowance Personal Support REQUIREMENTS: Teaching Degree / Bachelor of Education, TESOL or TEFL certificate required TO APPLY: Please submit the following documents...  [Read more]

Teach Adults and Children EFL in China Date posted:2020-04-07 | Writer: RGT Recruit | Email: [email protected] RGT Recruit are hiring EFL teachers for partners in China who are language centers founded 10 years ago with 100+ branches in 20 cities with 350 teaching staff. They are highly reputable, well-established, and employ many expatriate teachers. You can choose to teach adults or children. Approx 20-25 teaching hours per week. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary: up to £3000 ($3800) per month+ Flight allowance + Free hotel at beginning of contract and help finding apartment + Many bonuses + Around 4 weeks paid leave + Airport pickup and full induction and training + Medical insurance + Advancement opportunities throughout the company + Regular social events REQUIREMENTS: •...  [Read more]

Opportunities in Saudi Arabia For EFL Teachers Date posted:2019-06-04 | Writer: Quality Education Company | Email: [email protected] Quality Education Company (QEC) is offering EFL teachers positions working with our top universities across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the next academic year starting in September 2019. ABOUT US: QEC was founded in the year 2001 with the aim of promoting the provision of high-quality education in Saudi Arabia. The founders of QEHC all shared the common objective of wishing to invest in education with a view to making a difference. The owners are motivated by their desire to ensure all learners are given the best opportunities to maximize their potential. JOB DESCRIPTION: *Plan, organize and provide instruction in English *Develop and deliver a...  [Read more]

TEFL in Beijing, China Date posted:2008-04-16 | Writer: Beijing Public School | Email: [email protected] The school is located in the beautiful city of Beijing ,the capital of China. It is very convenient for you to visit the Great wall, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Beijing is a modern city. You can enjoy the beautiful sightseeing and also enjoy the culture of nationality. Not only is Beijing the nation's political center, it also serves as a center of culture, science, education, and transportation—a truly international city. Our middle school needs 4 teachers for 4 different subjects, including English literature and oral English.Start date: Sep.2008 Requirements : 1) 18-60 years old 2) Native speakers must be from USA, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Ireland and...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Tangshan, China Date posted:2008-10-20 | Writer: Tangshan University | Email: [email protected] English teachers wanted to teach in beautiful Tangshan city, just 1 hour west of Beijing city by bus  It is very convenient for you to visit the Great wall and the Forbidden City. We are seeking TEFL qualified English teachers for the coming semester. Student’s level: College students 1/Salary is RMB 4000 Yuan per month.Start date: ASAP 3/work schedule: Usually 16 teaching periods per week from Monday to Friday. Benefits include free accommodation (equipped with TV, kitchen, air-conditioner, internet and heater) and round trip ticket (economy class air ticket) for 1 year contract. We also provide an annual travel allowance of 2200 RMB, free medical treatment and...  [Read more]

Summer Job Teaching English in Wales Date posted:2019-04-15 | Writer: Celtic English Academy | Email: [email protected] Celtic English Academy, established in 2004, is a friendly and welcoming British Council accredited English language school in the centre of Cardiff. For the past 14 years we have been offering a range of classes to both adults and younger learners. Due to the success of our 2018 Junior Summer Programme, we will be expanding our summer school in North Wales. So come and join us for a fantastic summer using your TEFL skills in the seaside city of Bangor, starting Monday 8th July for between 3 and 5 weeks. We take pride in our small class sizes, great teachers and wonderful support staff. The aim of Junior Summer Programme is to provide students aged 11-17 with...  [Read more]

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 Jon ITTT Destinations Top Tips for Teaching in English-Speaking Countries Most people who want to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate will be planning to teach English in a country that does not speak English as its first language. This is not surprising - the vast majority of jobs available for English teachers are bound to be in countries where the local population does not speak English. However, this does not mean there are no opportunities to teach English in your home country if you are a native English speaker. From working with newly arrived immigrants to teaching international students, there are plenty of jobs available for those who have the right to work in these countries. Table of Contents Finding jobs in the USA Teaching English in Canada There are plenty...  [Read more]

Is a free TEFL certificate legit? We can start with two sayings: 1) These is no such thing as a free lunch And 2) You get what you pay for With these two things in mind let us explore what free TEFL certificates are available and the problems that may be associated with them. Marketing tool: The course is free but you pay for certification This is becoming more common with online courses in all subjects across the curriculum. You are able to take a course for free (or at a minimal cost) but there is no certificate issued with the course. You are then offered certificate options from a PDF emailed version to full hard copy certificate with postage. When you add the certification cost you find it is similar to buying a regular course which has the certificate and regular postage already...  [Read more]

TEFL in China - Shijiazhuang Date posted:2006-12-06 | Writer: Language School | Email: [email protected] Shijiazhuang is a modern and big city about 2 hours from Beijing by bus or by train, it is very convenient for you to visit Great wall and the Forbidden City. The school includes elementary, middle and high school. Welcome to teach English in our school. 1/Salary is RMB 4000-5000 Yuan per month. 2/Start date: February , 2007. 3/work schedule: No more than 20 teaching periods per week from Monday to Friday. 4/Free accommodations (equipped with TV, kitchen, washer, internet and bathroom) and round trip ticket (economy class air ticket) for 1 year contract 1) Annual travel allowance of 2200 RMB 2) Free medical treatment 3) We will pick you up at Beijing Airport and drop you off there...  [Read more]

TESOL/TEFL in English-speaking countries If you are looking for work as an ESOL teacher in the United States the best places to look are those with large immigrant populations such as Florida, California, Texas and New York. Due to immigration restrictions non-US citizens will have difficulty finding legal work in America and most jobs will tend to be reserved for US citizens only. For teaching jobs in government schools teachers will need to be licensed by the state education department. Private language schools require a TESOL certificate only. In Canada the majority of jobs can be found in Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa. Although Canadian citizens have the best chances of securing a teaching position, those from commonwealth countries may find it easier than those from other...  [Read more]

What is the difference between TEFL, TESOL and CELTA? In the field of English language teaching, acronyms like TEFL, TESOL, and CELTA frequently surface, often leading to confusion for both newcomers and seasoned educators. While course providers, job boards, and teaching resources brim with these acronyms, understanding their distinctions is crucial. So, what sets TEFL, TESOL, and CELTA apart? Table of Contents What does TEFL mean? What does TESOL mean? What does CELTA mean? Which type of course should I choose? What if a course doesn't meet this criteria? Does the quality of a training course vary by location? What does TEFL mean? TEFL stands for 'Teaching English as a Foreign Language.' A prevalent term in the world of teaching English overseas, TEFL isn't tied to a specific...  [Read more]

Is a free TEFL certificate legit? We can start with two sayings: 1) These is no such thing as a free lunch And 2) You get what you pay for With these two things in mind let us explore what free TEFL certificates are available and the problems that may be associated with them. Table of Contents Marketing tool: The course is free but you pay for certification Hours: Most free courses don't give enough hours Accreditation: Most free courses do not give a recognized qualification You get what you pay for: This adage has lasted for a few hundred years at least Marketing tool: The course is free but you pay for certification This is becoming more common with online courses in all subjects across the curriculum. You are able to take a course for free (or at a minimal cost) but there is no...  [Read more]

ITTT's TEFL / TESOL Course Levels There are a number of National Qualification Frameworks (NQFs) worldwide. The USA, UK, Europe and Australia, for example, all have their own system. The general features of the frameworks relate to a number of factors, typically including: Combining a number of features from frameworks around the world, the ITTT Qualification Framework is indicated as follows:   ITTT level 3 certificates   ITTT level 4 certificates   ITTT level 5 certificates   ITTT level 6 certificates   ITTT level 7 certificates   *Please note that these course levels are not an official TEFL/TESOL grading system and should only be used as a guide that allows you to compare our different courses based on the criteria stated above. Check out ITTT's Blog...  [Read more]

Immediate Start Teaching EFL in Turkey Date posted:2016-09-13 | Writer: Hasdil Language School | Email: [email protected] Hasdil Konya Language School is a growing school in the city of Konya, Turkey. Affiliated with ISE, Brighton, in the UK, and fully accredited by the British Council. We are looking for well-qualified, energetic and committed native EFL teachers who have a university degree, preferably with TEFL qualification, to join us immediately. THE JOB: Teaching hours depend on the number of classes, but are usually 25 hours over 6 days. The working week is spread over six days, with the weekend being our busiest time. Most of our classes are made up of small groups. Full board is provided in a large detached house with a large garden. Contracts are offered for 12 months, with...  [Read more]

Opportunity for British nationals Date posted:2024-03-01 | Writer: Teaching House | Email: [email protected] Primary (Prep) Teacher - Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia TAX FREE package starting from £30k + free housing, visa, flights, medical, etc.   Primary Teachers are required for the British International School in Al Khobar, a COBIS accredited school for an August 2024 start. Running for almost 40 years, the school is a not for profit school that offers the UK curriculum to over 700 students between the ages of 3 and 18.  Minimum criteria to apply: Bachelors degree and PGCE or BEd TEFL or TESOL certificate Experience from an international school is an advantage Experience of using the UK curriculum is essential British passport holders only (due to visa restrictions) Package: Tax...  [Read more]

Opportunities For EFL Teachers in Vietnam Date posted:2016-04-12 | Writer: Huong SET VN | Email: [email protected] SET ViệtNam is looking for native level English teachers who are available to teach in Vietnam from June of this year. We have two positions available: POSITION 1: We are in need of 5 full-time native level EFL teachers who can teach English for adults … in the North provinces with following information: - Time: total teaching hours: 36 hours/ week; 6 hours/day - Time to start: from June / asap - Student: Vietnamese English teacher. - Salary: 2,800 $/month. - Duration of contract: 2 months Benefits: - Visa & Work Permit support - Free Accommodation POSITION 2: One native teacher to teach English at an English center in Uong Bi city, Quang Ninh province,...  [Read more]

Review from TEFL Student Mark   Mark from the UK wants to move to Thailand and decided to take the 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL course with ITTT to be able to work as an English teacher in Thailand. He was very satisfied with the course and thinks the support he received was first-class and is planning on taking the certificate in teaching English to young learners course as well as the certificate in teaching Business English. He feels confident that these qualifications enable him to live and work abroad in Thailand. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

TEFL Teachers Required Across the UK Date posted:2017-07-12 | Writer: PGL Travel | Email: [email protected] Become an EFL teacher in the UK with PGL and bring our dynamic English language programme to life! PGL is the UK's market leading provider of activity holidays and study courses for young people and currently have jobs available with immediate starts for TESOL/CELTA qualified teachers. In this role you’ll be delivering our English as a foreign language product. You’ll work at one of our UK activity centres where guests enjoy a mix of classroom based EFL sessions and off-site excursions. We’re looking for enthusiastic TESOL qualified (or equivalent) EFL teachers to solely focus on delivering this programme to our inbound guests travelling to PGL UK centres from Europe,...  [Read more]

TEFL Teachers Needed for UK Summer Camps Date posted:2011-05-19 | Writer: ELAS UK | Email: [email protected] ELAS UK is an English Language Summer School which combines English language learning with adventure activities for foreign school children from the ages of 10 to 17. ELAS will run from 3rd July to 31st July (4 weeks). The school is based at Leicester Universities Oadby Campus. We are seeking English language teachers who are enthusiastic and experienced. Minimum qualifications needed; First degree, and a teaching qualification; TEFL, CELTA, or TESOL certificate, with a minimum of 1 year's full time teaching experience. You will be required to teach from Monday to Friday. In addition you will be required to maintain accurate records of tests, assessments and evaluations. You will...  [Read more]

What is the difference between TEFL, TESOL and CELTA? The world of English language teaching is well known for its love of acronyms and unfortunately this can lead to a large amount of confusion amongst potential teachers, as well as those with plenty of experience in the field. Websites for course providers, job boards, recruitment programs, and any other teaching related information you might look at are likely to be littered with acronyms, including TEFL, TESOL, and CELTA. So what is the difference between these terms? What does TEFL mean? Short for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, TEFL is probably the most common acronym you will come across when conducting research for teaching English abroad. TEFL does not refer to a single training program, certification, or program...  [Read more]

TEFL vs TESOL The Teaching of English: The generally recognized acronym for the field of teaching English is ELT which simply means: English Language Teaching. Within this huge field there are a number of specialisms. One such specialism is the teaching of English to learners for whom English is not their first language. Three common acronyms that are often used when applied to this scenario are TEFL, TESL and TESOL. By defining the terms we will show that the idea of comparing one versus the other, i.e. “TEFL vs TESOL” is not particularly useful. So what do they mean? TEFL:    Teaching English as a Foreign Language When the English teaching is to non native speakers and takes place in a country where the first language is not English. Examples would be teaching...  [Read more]

Teach English at Home in UK Date posted:2019-01-07 | Writer: Live learn Languages | Email: [email protected] We are Live Learn Languages, based in Spain. We send Spanish students to the UK to learn English in the home of qualified PGCE or TEFL English teachers. We offer total immersion English courses which are intensive, hard work and extremely rewarding for both students and teachers. We are currently looking for teachers all over the UK Students normally stay 1 week, but they can choose to stay for longer. They have all their meals with you or someone in your family. They do 15 hours of English class with you, in your home from Monday to Friday, which is 3 hours a day. They also go on 2 cultural visits. We are not specifically homestay, we are teachstay. This means that we...  [Read more]

TESOL TEFL Reviews - Video Testimonial   Thousands of people from all over the world have graduated with a TEFL/TESOL certificate from ITTT. In this TEFL review video a collection of trainees from New Zealand, the UK and the USA discuss their experiences of completing the four week in-class course in Phuket. To learn more about other trainees' experiences in completing an ITTT TEFL/TESOL in-class course follow the links above. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the...  [Read more]

Teach English in Jeddah or Riyadh, Saudi Arabia! Date posted:2012-04-03 | Writer: ELS Language Center | Email: [email protected] Male native English speaking teachers are wanted at ELS Language Centers in Jeddah and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for full-time jobs with a one year renewable contract. Candidates must be ready to move to Riyadh or Jeddah ASAP, possess a bachelor's degree and have previous employment as an English instructor as well as TESOL/TEFL/CELTA certificate. Overseas experience is recommended. In Saudi Arabia, education is segregated by sex, and we are only seeking male teachers for our male branches in Riyadh and Jeddah. Selected candidates will be interviewed on Skype / or phone and a reference is requested.    Please note : We offer work visas for...  [Read more]