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Why are TEFL teachers important? We can say in general terms that all teachers are important, English teachers among them. However, the requirement for specialist teachers who are able to teach English as a second or foreign language is particularly important. What makes specialist ESL teachers so necessary? Working knowledge vs Formal Knowledge Globalized industry has led to an explosion of the use of English as the lingua franca. This trend looks as though it will continue in the near future. Whilst English is a mainstream curriculum subject in many countries, teachers of English are not necessarily equipped to teach English as a second or foreign language. Teachers trained in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) are therefore in great demand. Whilst it is generally true that...  [Read more]

Why are TEFL teachers important? TEFL teachers hold a unique and vital role in global education. While all educators contribute immensely, TEFL teachers address the specific challenges of teaching English as a second or foreign language. Their specialized training equips them to effectively teach in environments where English isn't the primary language, helping learners overcome linguistic barriers and bridging cultural divides. Their importance stems from their ability to foster communication and understanding in our increasingly interconnected world. Table of Contents Working knowledge vs Formal Knowledge What are the training options to become a TEFL teacher? Types of employment Summary Working knowledge vs Formal Knowledge Globalized industry has led to an explosion of the use of...  [Read more]

Immediate Starts in Saudi Arabia Teaching EFL Date posted:2016-08-18 | Writer: Middle East Jobs | Email: [email protected] Middle East Jobs is seeking professional male/female native level English speakers to provide intensive English language instruction for PYP programs in Riyadh and Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree together with a TEFL or TESOL qualification. JOB DESCRIPTION: • Plan, prepare and deliver lessons to pre-university students • Record keeping, grading and report writing • Assessing and reporting on student performance on a weekly basis • Developing supplementary materials for core syllabi or special courses • Attending staff meetings and/or workshops arranged by senior staff COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE: •...  [Read more]

Is a level 4 TEFL certificate equivalent to a degree? When researching TEFL courses you will probably come across courses at various different levels, ranging from level 1 to level 8. These levels can cover everything from a 10-hour introductory course, right through to a master’s degree in TEFL. However, as this course framework covers such a wide range of qualifications it is important to have a broad understanding of the levels to ensure you take the right courses to suit your personal situation. Take a look at our course levels page for more details. What are the different ITTT TESOL certificate levels? At ITTT we have developed our own course level framework to ensure it is easy for everyone to compare all our different courses options. Our framework is based on the same criteria...  [Read more]

Is a level 4 TEFL certificate equivalent to a degree? When considering TEFL courses, you will notice they span a spectrum from level 1 to level 8 or 9. Each level corresponds to the depth and duration of the course, starting from a basic introduction and extending up to a Master's degree in TEFL. Specifically addressing the query, a Level 4 TEFL certificate, while comprehensive and respected, isn't equivalent to a degree. It is pivotal to understand these distinctions to ensure you select a course that aligns with your career aspirations and personal circumstances. Take a look at our course levels page for more details. Table of Contents What are the different ITTT TESOL certificate levels? What is a level 4 TESOL qualification? What about higher levels of TEFL? What are the different...  [Read more]

Jobs in Vietnam For EFL Teachers Date posted:2016-04-04 | Writer: Major Education | Email: [email protected]  Major Education is one of the youngest yet fastest growing education providers in Viet Nam with an English Centre, 2 international schools and worldwide collaborations with some of the largest institutions around the world. Leeds Metropolitan, Macmillan and British Council are some of the organisations we are currently working with. We are currently looking for suitably qualified EFL teachers to join our team. We have a dynamic and inspiring working environment to help develop every employee’s full potential. If you are looking for opportunities and challenges to build your TEFL career, please contact us! ABOUT THE JOB: • $1,000-$1,500 monthly, based on...  [Read more]

Which TEFL course should I take? When deciding on a TEFL course, it is vital to consider the standard qualifications EFL employers look for. A 120-hour TEFL certificate course is widely recognized as the baseline requirement globally. At ITTT, we offer multiple avenues to achieve this essential certification, ensuring our trainees meet the most sought-after criteria in the English teaching world. Table of Contents Travel to learn or stay at home? What are onsite TEFL courses like? What are online TEFL courses like? 120-hour TEFL certification Specialized TEFL courses Diploma level course Package courses Combined TEFL courses Travel to learn or stay at home? The first distinction in TEFL course type depends upon whether you want to travel to a training center to complete your studies or...  [Read more]

School in Turkey Has Immediate Openings Teaching EFL Date posted:2017-05-04 | Writer: Hasdil Konya | Email: [email protected] Hasdil Konya is a growing school in the city of Konya, Turkey. We are affiliated with ISE, Brighton, in the UK, and fully accredited by the British Council. We are looking for well-qualified, energetic and committed EFL teachers to join us immediately who are native level English speakers, and who are university graduates. THE JOB: Teachers at our school work a maximum 36 hours a week contract. 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. Teachers live on-site in our centre and are provided with all meals. Contracts are offered for 12 months, with all work and residence permit...  [Read more]

Upgrade your Qualifications Click here to enroll   Bachelor degree in TESOL: Bachelor of Education in Teaching English as a Second or Other Language   Overview: The online Bachelor of education in TESOL, (B.Ed TESOL) from Paris University of International Education is an accessible, affordable, and international qualification. This bachelor’s degree is a 120-credit course. Accessible: The whole course is run via our state-of-the-art Learning Management System. Through the LMS you can study the materials, take quizzes, submit assignments, receive feedback, and communicate with other students on your course. The LMS is very convenient as it can be accessed from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. There are no set times to study, which means you can set your own schedule to suit...  [Read more]

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Is Taking a TEFL/TESOL Course Really Worth it? TEFL and TESOL - these two terms are often used interchangeably; however, some areas of the world prefer to use one or the other. For example, the TEFL term is most commonly used within the UK, and the TESOL term is usually preferred in the USA. Although some countries may prefer one acronym over the other, a TEFL certification and a TESOL certification are practically the same thing, and the training programs for both are usually identical. Table of Contents TEFL and TESOL Training and Qualifications Summary Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! One way...  [Read more]

Qualified Native Level EFL Teachers Needed in Konya, Turkey Date posted:2017-07-17 | Writer: Hasdil Language School | Email: [email protected] These positions are available for immediate starts. Hasdil Konya 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 EFL teachers whose native level is English, and who are university graduates, preferably in Education, English or related fields to join us immediately. THE JOB: Teachers at our school work a maximum 36 hours a week contract. 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. Teachers live on-site in our...  [Read more]

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Can I teach English with just a TEFL or TESOL certificate? Embarking on a career in English language teaching can be an incredibly rewarding journey. However, if you lack a university degree, you might wonder if this path is open to you. The good news is that with a TEFL or TESOL certificate and the right approach, you can find exciting teaching opportunities worldwide, even without a degree. In this guide, we'll explore regions where you can teach English as a foreign language, highlighting the options available and shedding light on how you can make this dream a reality. Table of Contents Where can I teach EFL without a university degree? Latin America Asia Europe European example: Spain Conclusion Are you ready to...  [Read more]

Immediate Opportunity Teaching EFL in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Date posted:2017-09-20 | Writer: COMPASS Education | Email: [email protected] COMPASS Education has opportunities in the Tan Binh District of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, for TEFL qualified teachers who are available to start immediately. The job involves teaching general English – Speaking and Listening – to Primary (6-11 years old) and Low Secondary (12-15 years old) students in Public schools – class size: 35 – 40 students per class. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Design effectively and engaging lesson plan; • Total hours: 15 – 20hrs/week, Mondays to Saturdays • Course length: 9 months BENEFITS: • Based on qualifications and experience the NET pay from 385,000 vnd to 440,000 vnd • Assistance is provided...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Date posted:2005-08-16 | Writer: VUS | Email: [email protected] Vietnam-USA Society English Training Service Center (VUS) is one of the most popular and prestigious English centers in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. We have 5 campuses in the city with around 10, 000 students of different ages and 230 teachers. We offer a wide range of programs to fit our students needs, ranging from childrens program to the TOEIC, TOEFL and IELTS preparation courses. Our training quality is measured by international standardized tests such as Cambridge Examinations for Young Learners, TOEIC, TOEIC Bridge and International TOEFL. Due to our rapid expansion we are looking for qualified, experienced and motivated teachers to join our faculty team...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Russia (2) Date posted:2002-11-07 | Writer: BKC International House, Moscow | Email: [email protected] BKC - Language Schools (founded in early nineties) is the most respected and the largest English Foreign Language Institute in Russia. Now BKC runs courses in: General English; Specialized English for business and professional people; English for Younger Learners; French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian as a foreign language and other Modern Languages. We sincerely invite teachers of English to work in Russia. Vacant positions: We are looking for EFL/ESL teachers to fill the following positions for: December 2002 Moscow (5 positions) January-February 2003 Moscow (5 positions) Zelenograd (1 position) Klin (1 position) Requirements: Cambridge CELTA, Trinity TESOL,...  [Read more]

Teach University Students EFL in Saudi Arabia Date posted:2018-04-24 | Writer: Shabaka Training | Email: [email protected] Shabaka Training has been teaching the Prep Year at King Faisal University, Hofuf, for over 10 years. We currently have opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers who are available to start in August 2018. You will have the advantage of working for a stable company with high teacher retention. We offer a 10 month teaching contract with a salary of $3,000 USD per month (tax free and no deductions). REQUIREMENTS: Native Speakers only (Females and Males) needed: Minimum: • BA + TEFL/TESOL + 2 years classroom experience • High Emotional Intelligence and People Skills • Good Work Ethic • Flexible and Easy Going • Positive Attitude JOB DETAILS: 1....  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Vietnam Date posted:2006-09-20 | Writer: Vietnam USA Society English Training Service Cente | Email: [email protected] Affiliated with the City University of New York, Vietnam USA Society English Training Service Center (VUS) is one of the largest and most respected language institutions in Hochiminh City as well as nationwide. Currently, VUS teaching staff consists of 300 well- qualified teachers. It has the highest number of students (over 15.000), with 6 campuses operating in various districts in Hochiminh City offering a wide choice of locations for students. VUS YOUR DESTINATION OF TEACHING IN VIETNAM REQUIREMENTS -Native English speaking teachers (American, Canadian, British, Australian, New Zealander are preferred) -Bachelor's Degree -English...  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted to Teach English in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Date posted:2004-11-02 | Writer: Vietnam-USA Society English Training Service Cente | Email: [email protected] A brief introduction of the Center Vietnam-USA Society English Training Service Center is one of the most popular and prestigious English centers in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. We have 6 campuses in the city with around 10, 000 students and 230 faculty members. We offer a wide range of programs to fit our students’ needs, ranging from children’s program to the TOEFL and IELTS preparation courses. Our training quality is measured by international standardized tests such as Cambridge Examinations for Young Learners, TOEIC and International TOEFL. Due to our rapid expansion we are looking for qualified,...  [Read more]

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Is getting a TEFL or TESOL certificate difficult? When compared to the requirements to become a regular subject teacher in a state school in most countries throughout the world, entering the TEFL/TESOL market is relatively easy. In a state school a teaching degree is normally required. Gaining a teaching degree (B.Ed) usually takes three or four years of study dedicated to gaining subject knowledge and teaching skills. Whilst the same two areas are covered in any TEFL or TESOL certification course, the time taken to complete the course is greatly reduced. The typical TEFL or TESOL course may only take 120-hours. The teaching of EFL therefore offers you the opportunity to enter the teaching profession in a very short time, compared to...  [Read more]

English Teacher Position in Madrid Date posted:2020-12-03 | Writer: American Language Academy | Email: [email protected] We are looking for native level English teachers to join our teaching staff in January 2021 in our academy located in the city center of Madrid Position Start Date:January 4th 2021 Contract Type:Full-Time or Part-Time Position About ALA:American Language Academy (ALA) is a well-established private language school located in the heart of Madrid with an excellence and reputation of more than 50 years. ALA provides teachers with an extensive Teacher Development Program. About the classes:Most of our students are adult professionals. Class sizes are small and materials are provided to the teacher. We have face-to-face, online and even hybrid...  [Read more]

Is it hard to get TEFL certified? In order to be a regular subject teacher in a state school in most countries throughout the world a teaching degree is required. Such degrees are usually three or four years of study dedicated to gaining subject knowledge and teaching skills. The same two areas are covered in any TEFL or TESOL certification course, the timeframe however is greatly reduced. Typically a course may take 120-hours. The teaching of EFL is therefore fairly unique in that it offers you the opportunity to enter the teaching profession in a very short time, compared to the regular teacher training process. There are a number of ways in which TEFL certification can be obtained and these fall into three different categories. Online courses: As the name implies these courses are...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2006-02-21 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] JOB OFFER American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: March 4th,...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2006-07-25 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. At the moment we require one more teacher, experienced preferred for August 19, 2006. ...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Aden, Yemen Date posted:2006-01-26 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] JOB OFFER American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: February 4th, 2006...  [Read more]

Teach English in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2006-12-11 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teacher to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: December 16th, 2006 Requirements: Degree...  [Read more]

TEFL in Aden, Yemen! Date posted:2007-05-10 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organizations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We are looking to add another native English-speaking teacher to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: June 9th, 2007 Requirements: Degree + TESOL or equivalent certification,...  [Read more]

TEFL in Yemen - Aden Date posted:2007-04-10 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organizations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We are looking to add another native English-speaking teacher to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: April 28th, 2007 Requirements: Degree + TESOL or equivalent certification,...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Aden, Yemen Date posted:2005-11-14 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We?re expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: January 14, 2006...  [Read more]

Employment teaching TEFL in Aden, Yemen Date posted:2006-01-05 | Writer: American Language Center | Email: [email protected] American Language Center (ALC) in Yemen is a fun and friendly private establishment that offers short (5 week) courses in English language instruction. Our students are aged 13 to adult and are either sponsored by various organisations or are private students. With native English speakers from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA and local Yemeni teachers, ALC is becoming the most popular and successful English language school in the port city of Aden. We're expanding rapidly and are looking to add another native English-speaking teachers to our staff. Here's a basic contract: Job: English teacher Starting date: January 21st, 2006...  [Read more]

Teach English in Vietnam (6) Date posted:2014-06-30 | Writer: Compass Education | Email: [email protected] Compass Education has opportunities for TEFL certified teachers who are available for starts between June and September 2014. We operate a ‘Teacher Placement Program’ whereby local schools in and around Ho Chi Minh City can readily access highly qualified native level English teachers. If a school requires English teachers then we can also provide the curricula, the necessary resources and assessment procedures to deliver the right product. Our partnerships with various schools together with working in conjunction with TEFL International enable us to provide assorted opportunities for teachers. Variation and the tailoring of schedules by way of teaching at different...  [Read more]