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How do Americans get a criminal background check for teaching English abroad? For Americans planning to teach English abroad, obtaining a criminal background check is often a critical part of the job or visa application process. Countries like South Korea, a major hub for foreign English teachers, mandate this check for securing an official work visa. Likewise, various nations and schools have similar prerequisites. Typically, the most frequently sought-after background check for American teachers is the FBI's Identity History Summary Check. Although locally-sourced checks are also accepted, the FBI's version is more universally recognized but may have longer processing times. Also read: What is the EPIK program for teaching English in South Korea? Table of Contents What is an FBI...  [Read more]

How do Americans get a criminal background check for teaching English abroad? If you plan on teaching English abroad there is a good chance that you will require some kind of criminal background check when applying for jobs or a work visa. For example, U.S. citizens who apply for English teaching jobs in South Korea, one of the largest markets for foreign teachers, will need a background check in order to get an official work visa. Many other countries and individual schools also require a background check, so it is important to be aware of how to get one and how long it might take to process. The most common type of check requested by employers and immigration departments when dealing with American teachers is an FBI criminal background check, which is also known as an Identity History...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Japan (2) Date posted:2005-11-23 | Writer: AEON Corporation | Email: [email protected] Â Teach English in Japan with AEON Contact us Since 1973, AEON has been hiring enthusiastic, friendly and professional individuals from a variety of backgrounds to teach English conversation to children and adults at one of our 300+ private language schools throughout Japan. AEON is a member of Zen Gai Kyo, The Association for the Promotion of Foreign Language Education. We constantly focus on student care and lesson quality for our more than 95, 000 students. Part of this commitment is our AEON-produced, Japanese-student-centred curriculum. A Bachelor's degree in any discipline and a perfect command of English are minimum application requirements. Of course, some ESL/EFL teaching or...  [Read more]

English Teacher Grades 1- 4 in Tirana, Albania Date posted:2024-03-18 | Writer: Albanian International School | Email: [email protected] Albanian International School is an international school located in Tirana, the capital city of Albania. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are flexible and ready for the challenge of both teaching multiple subjects in a classroom setting and committed to helping the school grow by being active in the community.   Albanian International School has been in operation for eleven years and is fully accredited by the Ministry of Education and Sport and by WASC Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Website: http://www.ais-tirana.org/ Instagram: ais.tirana Minimum Job Requirements: BA or BS degree from an accredited university...  [Read more]

Volunteers Wanted to Teach TEFL in El Salvador Date posted:2009-08-24 | Writer: The Perkin Educational Opportunities Foundation | Email: [email protected] The Perkin Educational Opportunities Foundation (PEOF) is a non-profit U.S. public charity 501(c)(3) founded with the goal of community enrichment through education in Central America, originating in the Perquín, Morazán, El Salvador. The first project of the foundation is the Amún Shéa School in Perquín which opened its doors to students in February 2008. As the school develops, it will evolve into an integrated community center offering adult education courses, job training and foreign language classes.   Volunteers Sought: Currently we are looking for volunteers for EFL classes for grades pre-k...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Michoacan, Mexico! Date posted:2003-11-25 | Writer: Culturlingua Zamora Centro de Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Cultulingua Zamora Centro de Idiomas <[email protected]>   CULTURLINGUA ZAMORA-MEXICO HAS TEACHING POSITIONS AVAILABLE! Culturlingua Zamora Centro de Idiomas is seeking available applicants for positions for our 2004 spring term. Culturlingua Zamora is located in ZamoraMichoacan, Mexico. We are NOT affiliated with and have NO relation to other Culturlingua schools within the state or republic. Culturlingua Zamora is the ORIGINAL language school that has been offering top quality instruction service in English and French for the past 17 years.   We are seeking interested staff members with the following characteristics: ...  [Read more]

TEFL in Yemen! Date posted:2008-03-04 | Writer: AMIDEAST | Email: [email protected] AMIDEAST, a non-governmental organization dedicated to strengthening understanding and education in the Middle East and North Africa, has positions open at its Yemen offices for TEFL/CELTA-certified teachers with native or native-like English language proficiency. These positions are ideal for entry-level teachers or anyone looking to improve his or her teaching skills by working with mentors and colleagues in a guided, structured, and supportive atmosphere. Teachers work with students from a variety of ages and backgrounds; additionally, a significant percentage of our students are underserved youth who have received U.S.-government-supported scholarships. Teaching is complemented by a library, CALL...  [Read more]

Full-time Corporate EFL Positions in San José, Costa Rica! Date posted:2011-10-31 | Writer: Idioma Internacional | Email: [email protected] We are Idioma Internacional, a language institute celebrating over a dozen years of quality instruction and communicative solutions located in a vibrant downtown neighborhood in San José, Costa Rica. We have a Corporate Division where our teachers travel around the Central Valley and deliver top-quality business English to both local and international corporations. We offer an incredible experience to broaden professional and personal skills in an exciting work environment as well as make a real impact on the lives of Costa Ricans across the country. Our requirements for hire are as follows: • U.S. or Canadian native English-speaker •...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Yemen (Aden and Sanaa) Date posted:2009-11-22 | Writer: AMIDEAST Yemen | Email: [email protected] Dreading Winter? Love Sunshine? Non-Profit Educational Organization Has Positions for EL Teachers in Aden and Sana’a AMIDEAST, a non-profit and non-governmental organization dedicated to strengthening understanding and education in the Middle East and North Africa, has positions open at its Yemen offices for TEFL/TESOL-certified teachers with Bachelor’s degrees and native or native-like English language proficiency. These positions are ideal for entry-level teachers or anyone looking to improve his or her teaching skills by working with mentors and colleagues in a guided, structured, and supportive atmosphere. Teachers work with students from a variety of ages and...  [Read more]

TEFL in Mexico - Zamora Date posted:2003-11-28 | Writer: Cultulingua Zamora Centro de Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Culturlingua Zamora Centro de Idiomas is seeking available applicants for positions for our 2004 spring term. Culturlingua Zamora is located in Zamora, Michoacan, Mexico. We are NOT affiliated with and have NO relation to other Culturlingua schools within the state or republic. Culturlingua Zamora is the ORIGINAL language school that has been offering top quality instruction service in English and French for the past 17 years. We are seeking interested staff members with the following characteristics: 1. Background or education in teaching and teaching experience 2. Native English speakers 3. Mature, professional and responsible 4. Enthusiastic and dynamic...  [Read more]

TEFL in Mexico (Zamora) Date posted:2003-09-26 | Writer: Culturlingua Zamora Centro de Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Culturlingua Zamora Centro de Idiomas is actively seeking available applicants for IMMEDIATE positions for this 2003 fall term. Culturlingua Zamora is located in Zamora, Michoacan, Mexico. We are not affiliated with and have no relation to other Culturlingua schools within the state or republic. Culturlingua Zamora is the original language school that has been offering top quality instruction service in English and French for the past 16 years. We are seeking interested staff members with the following characteristics: 1. Background or education in teaching, related fields and/or teaching experience 2. Native English speakers 3. Mature, professional and...  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted to Teach EFL in Chile Date posted:2005-07-19 | Writer: TeachingChile | Email: [email protected] Chile's secondary schools and universities are hungry for native English speakers to assist in English-language instruction throughout the country. TeachingChile ( Contact us ) is a U.S. company that is managed, staffed and operated from an office in Santiago, Chile. The company?s charter is to help advance English in Chile by recruiting native English speakers to teach or to assist in English instruction in Chile?s schools and universities for one or two semesters (five or ten months) Chile continually rates highest amongst all Latin American countries for safety, and for economic and political stability. Chile?s export-driven economy is premised on strong...  [Read more]

Great Job For EFL Teacher in North America, USA Date posted:2011-10-18 | Writer: Aerosim Flight Academy | Email: [email protected] Aerosim Flight Academy, a professional pilot training school in North America, is currently seeking a motivated English or Foreign Language professional to teach plain English, in an aviation context, to ESL pilot cadets. The candidate will be trained in aviation terminology and procedures prior to classroom placement. This is a full-time position. Candidates should have a minimum of one year's ESL teaching experience, ESP teaching experience preferred. A willingness to continue professional development by participating in ESL and/or aviation-related courses, conferences, workshops, and staff meetings is also expected.  Required Qualifications...  [Read more]

Teach English in Saudi Arabia (4) Date posted:2015-02-25 | Writer: INTERLINK Language Centers | Email: [email protected] INTERLINK Language Centers are seeking committed EFL instructors with a variety of backgrounds and qualifications to work in Saudi Arabia. Our programs prepare students for professional or academic functions that include English as a medium of communication. For more than three decades, INTERLINK has been offering intensive English, academic preparation, and cultural orientation programs to students, scholars and professionals from around the world on university campuses in the U.S. Since 2003, it has been providing foundation year English and orientation programs at Al Yamamah University in Riyadh. In 2010, in cooperation with English Gate Academy (EGA) of Saudi...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Indonesia Date posted:2004-05-14 | Writer: Sekolah Djuwita (Djuwita School) | Email: [email protected] Minimum Salary: Rp. 10 million - Rp. 15 million per month Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree from an Accredited University Contact Address: Sekolah Djuwita Anggrek Mas Batam Centre Batam, Indonesia 29432 Contact Email:[email protected] Job Description: Sekolah Djuwita is a well-established private school since 1995. We have grown to become one of the premiere schools in Indonesia with five locations (Batam, Medan, Jakarta, Pekan Baru, and Tanjung Pinang). We are seeking to hire professional and qualified teachers from Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Canada, and the U.S. ** This is a full time teaching position (not babysitting). ** The qualified...  [Read more]

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Cultural Sensitivity when Working With Chinese Students In 2010, I was on a cultural fact-finding mission. While living as an ex-pat in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, I decided I would like to teach English to Chinese students. I thought it would be a fun, constructive way to spend my extra time while my husband was working. So, I took the challenge! I call this a challenge because I had no prior ESL experience at the time. I soon found that understanding the Chinese culture was going to become a priority. Is sensitivity to the Chinese cultural norms significant in teaching ESL in China? A very important puzzle piece in successful teaching in China is defined by their culture. Learning about it and implementing it in my teaching...  [Read more]

Early Childhood Teacher - Kindergarten position Date posted:2024-04-20 | Writer: BASIS Bilingual School Guangming | Email: [email protected] BASIS Bilingual School Guangming is seeking qualified candidates for an Early Childhood Teacher - Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year! BASIS International teachers are knowledgeable, passionate, and believe in transforming education. As part of a uniquely collaborative and professional teaching community, BASIS International teachers motivate students to reach their highest potential, while also elevating their own skills through peer collaboration and a culture where learning is of the greatest importance. Our Kindergarten classrooms are taught by two teachers--the lead Kindergarten Teacher and an additional Kinder...  [Read more]

What do I need to teach English abroad? The majority of people who complete a TEFL certification course will head overseas to live and work in schools and language centers across the world. However, the job hunting process and securing work permits etc can require a range of different documents that varies from one job to the next. To ensure the whole process runs smoothly, you should make sure you have everything you might need as far in advance as possible. What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? Typically, anyone traveling to a foreign country requires a passport that is valid for at least six months. In some situations your passport must be valid for a full year, so the best advice is to ensure your passport has two years or more remaining to allow for an...  [Read more]

Cost TEFL Diploma Check out tefl tesol about Cost TEFL Diploma and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts B.M. - U.S.A. said: Teaching Slang & IdiomsInstructing Slang and Idioms may be a tedious task for a teacher, but it can convey a necessary understanding of the cultural communication. I want to discuss the importance of instructing this vital means of communication after quickly examining the backlash against texting slang from the community. In the day and age when students of all ages are online and available through assorted forms of social media and mobile devices, the...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs in Taiwan Almost everyone in Taiwan has studied English at one point in there life and this trend continues today. With thousands of English language schools throughout the country, and hundreds of thousands of English language students, you can begin to appreciate the huge number of available TEFL jobs in Taiwan. Available TEFL jobs are split between language schools and kindergarten, and you can expect to be offered TEFL jobs at both. Add to this the demand for English teachers made by private students such as businesspersons, homemakers, college students, and just about everyone, you can see that the TEFL Job market in Taiwan is huge. The cost of living in Taiwan is relatively low while an English teacher’s salary is quite high. You can expect to save well here. Taiwan is...  [Read more]

What do I need to teach English abroad? The majority of people who complete a TEFL certification course will head overseas to live and work in schools and language centers across the world. However, the job hunting process and securing work permits etc can require a range of different documents that varies from one job to the next. To ensure the whole process runs smoothly, you should make sure you have everything you might need as far in advance as possible. Table of Contents What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? What documents will I need when applying for English teaching jobs? What additional documents might be required for teaching English abroad? How do I apply for a new passport (or gain an extension to an existing one) in the U.S.A? How do I apply for...  [Read more]

Teaching Opportunities in Nablus, Palestine Date posted:2022-04-28 | Writer: Pioneers Baccalaureate School | Email: [email protected] [email protected]         Pioneers Baccalaureate School in Nablus, Palestine is currently hiring English and Science teachers for the 2022-2023 school year.English Language PositionsAll English classes are full English immersion. Early elementary classes introduce students to English letters, sounds, and written forms, and focus on steadily increasing students' reading, writing, listening, speaking, and grammar capabilities in English as well as instilling positive classroom behavior and a joy of learning. In later elementary and middle school classes, students read both fictional and informational books, novels, or...  [Read more]

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Why Do You Benefit From Online ESL Teaching There are many benefits for teachers who choose to teach English online instead of in a traditional classroom setting. English is an international commodity, and there are a billion people right now who are learning English. By teaching English online, enables the teacher to make a real difference in student's lives, whether they are studying for a specific test to get into a U.S. university, need to interview school or a job, need to communicate with others within their company in English or even if their family is emigrating to an English-speaking country. Table of Contents Flexible Schedule Students From Around The World Learning Opportunities Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching English in Japan - Alumni Report by Gabriella S. TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! What is your nationality? Hungarian Table of Contents 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...  [Read more]

TEFL & TESOL Visa & Documents FAQ Once you have completed your TEFL certification and started looking for potential English language teaching jobs, you will need to consider what visas and work permits you might require in order to start working in your favored location. In some countries it is very straightforward, while others might require you to jump through the odd hoop or two. Take a look at our FAQs below that cover the visa and document situation in some of the most popular overseas teaching destinations. Can I get a work visa to teach English in Germany?    While there are numerous opportunities for language teachers in towns and cities across Germany, it is not always easy for non-Europeans to secure a visa that allows them to stay long-term. However,...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Benefits of Parent Involvement in TEFL Teaching When a child is born, parents are their first teachers and the people responsible for educating their children in the first few years of their lives. Young children pick up on the gestures, phrases, words, manners, etc., that their parents use every day, which in a sense, makes the parent the first teacher a child has. This is the parent's job until the children are enrolled in a school program. When the child enters a school program, the educator's main role is no longer on the parents. Instead, parents have a new partner, the teacher; however, the parent's job is not finished. It is only changing. Just because the parent's job modifies when the...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Venezuela  K-12 Teachers Needed Writer: Centro Educativo Las Morochas | Email: [email protected] CELM is an international school based in Ciudad Ojeda, Zulia State, Venezuela. We are looking for Overseas K-12 teachers from North, South and Central America (from Early Childhood Education up to Grade 12).We expect the teacher to:• Plan, prepare, and teach well-developed lessons and deliver group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines which enthuse and inspire them, and promote the enjoyment of learning.• Effectively and appropriately differentiate instruction to meet all students’ learning styles, with an appreciation for students’ learning differences.• Select and sequence appropriate materials, resources, and approaches...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Canada  ESL Instructor Writer: Toronto School of Management | Email: [email protected] Position at Toronto School of ManagementPart - Time,  Fixed term (6 months). The Language Gallery Canada is a proud member of Global University Systems (GUS), an international network of higher-educational institutions, brought together by a shared passion for accessible, industry-relevant qualifications.The Language Gallery Canada delivers a wide range of quality language programs to students from over 70 countries. With locations in Canada’s two largest markets for ESL training, Toronto and Vancouver, provides short-term and long-term high-quality language courses with an emphasis on academic quality, offering international students a great language immersion experience...  [Read more]

Are visas necessary when teaching English abroad? Before you head to the airport to start your TEFL journey it is important that you are aware of the paperwork required by the country you are planning to work in. The specific type of visa you need to gain entry to your destination country and how you gain the right to work legally there can vary enormously from one place to the next. To ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible, you should visit the relevant embassy website and do a bit of online research well before you plan to leave. What basic documents are needed for teaching English abroad? Typically, anyone traveling to a foreign country requires a passport that is valid for at least six months. In some situations your passport must be valid for a full year, so the best...  [Read more]

Live Session: Overview of All the Documents You Will Need to Teach English Abroad   Hi guys, Linda here from ITTT with another live session. Super excited to be here again, thanks so much for tuning in today and if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thanks so much for the download, we really appreciated it. We turn all of our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on all major podcast platforms like iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Spotify. Just search for the TEFL and TESOL Podcast by ITTT and you will find all our episodes there. Hi Tiana, thanks so much for tuning in today. How are you? I'm so excited to be here again and I think today's topic is going to be really interesting for people who want to go abroad and teach. We're going to talk about all the...  [Read more]