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Uruguay is South America’s hidden gem, known for its relaxed lifestyle and widely considered one of the most stable nations in South America. Whether you want a city that’s rich in history and culture, rural areas filled with nature and high-quality wineries, or charming, picturesque beach towns, you’ll find a laid-back vibe, high quality of life, and friendly, welcoming communities. Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital, is filled with charm has a charming, old-world feel. Located near the coast, it boasts a waterfront promenade, or rambla, that stretches 13 miles long. Along the rambla, you’ll see locals walking, running, socializing, and enjoying sunsets. The Ciudad Vieja, or the Old City, is Montevideo’s historic quarter, which is filled with cafes, museums, theatres, outdoor...  [Read more]

 ENGLISH INSTRUCTORS Writer: Consultora Evolucion | Email: [email protected] ENGLISH INSTRUCTORS FOR CEIBAL EN INGLÉSCeibal in English (CEI) is Ceibal's program for teaching English in public primary and secondary education centers (Secondary and DGETP). Using videoconferencing equipment installed in the centers, groups of students participate in weekly classes with foreign language teachers. Each classroom teacher works collaboratively through the CREA educational platform, in which she shares resources for the development of classes. Although the principle of collaborative teaching is the same for Primary and Secondary Education, the implementation of the program differs according to the context.Requirements:English C1 or above (certificate such as Cambridge Advanced, Aptis or...  [Read more]

Date posted:2018-04-12 | Writer: The Uruguayan American School | Email: [email protected] The Uruguayan American School (UAS) is a private college preparatory school enrolling approximately 320 international and host country students in Nursery through Grade 12. We have occasional openings for TEFL qualified teachers, particularly if you have other teaching skills such as music or sports. Founded over 57 years ago, UAS caters to both international and Uruguayan families by providing an international curriculum taught entirely in English and a Uruguayan curriculum for students who plan to attend a university in South America. The UAS campus is located in the residential suburb of Carrasco, in Montevideo. It is approximately three blocks from the Portones Shopping Mall and...  [Read more]

Date posted:2016-03-17 | Writer: Zagol Academy | Email: [email protected] Zagol Academy, a private school in Addis Ababa serving pre-school through primary school (Grade 8),  is looking for English teachers for the 2016-2017 school year. We believe our teachers are the heart and soul of our school and treat our teachers with an unparalleled level of respect. We provide a supportive work environment for our teachers to excel and have a positive impact on our nation's future. RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach a variety of grades (grades 1-4 or 5-8) Enhance English curriculum with the assistance of school administration Assist in editing of school materials Take part in after-school programs QUALIFICATIONS: College degree Demonstrated ability to teach Native level English speaker High-level...  [Read more]

Date posted:2016-02-04 | Writer: Berlitz Uruguay | Email: [email protected] Berlitz Uruguay looks for Full time TEFL trained English teachers to work in the capital city of Montevideo. Language instruction will be directed to kids, teens, young adults and adults in different programs including the CEIBAL project with the government. Full time availability from Monday to Saturday is required. All teachers in the program will receive training, materials and guidelines on the CEIBAL Project. Visa expenses are covered as well as round trip tickets. The contract offered includes all fringe benefits established by law in Uruguay. A minimum of a 6 month commitment is required. SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary of 33.000 Uruguayan pesos plus housing allowance of 3300 UY pesos monthly....  [Read more]

While significant strides have been made in LGBTQ+ rights in many countries, teachers from this community planning to teach abroad may still face some challenges. Certain popular teaching destinations might not openly discuss sexual orientation and gender identity, and in some places, homosexuality is still criminalized. Therefore, it is important to familiarize yourself with the conditions in your preferred countries to ensure your overseas teaching journey is safe and fulfilling. Here, we highlight a few countries that stand out as welcoming places for LGBTQ+ English teachers. Spain Germany Uruguay Argentina Thailand Taiwan Known for its liberal outlook and commitment to equal rights, Spain is a favored destination for teaching English abroad. Legalizing same-sex marriage in the early...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas It's Black History Month! Now, Black History often falls short in EFL classrooms but if you are able to include it into your EFL curriculum abroad (and you should!) here is an important reason to do so: 5 Great Activities for Black History Month in the EFL Classroom 1. Class Meeting 2. Read Alouds 3. Biographies 4. Black History Biography Necklaces 5. Interactive Board Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: You get to focus on the amazing culture, history, and contributions of Black people, something a lot of EFL students would never otherwise learn. Hold a class meeting to introduce the topic and explain why a month of Black History is needed and brainstorm some famous Black people the students know. This is also a...  [Read more]

  Without a doubt, California is one of the most exciting states in the USA. Since the famous Gold Rush, that started in 1848, the state has seen a tremendous growth in popularity and wealth. “The Golden State” is one of the most ethnically diverse states in the US as it has seen huge waves of immigration from all parts of the world. On top of that, most of California offers great weather throughout the entire year and the state is also home to exceptional natural beauty, including beaches, deserts, and mountains. The northern part of the state is the perfect place for wine making. It is also home to various popular cities, including the state’s capital of Sacramento and the world-famous city of San Francisco. While San Francisco was the hippie capital of the world in the 60s...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Teaching speaking skills is an important part of an ESL class. Sometimes, entire conversation classes are established that focus solely on speaking. Here are 7 great games for your ESL conversation class. 1. Mystery Party Guest 2. Choose Your Victim 3. Ice-breaker Jenga 4. 20 Questions 5. Apples to Apples 6. Get to Know You Bingo 7. Create A Game Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Write down the names and key points about five celebrities and assign them to the same amount of students in your classroom. One by one, a student enters a "party" with another student playing the host. The host must then find out the identity of each guest by having a conversation with everyone. Have your students stand in a circle. Choose a specific...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences When it comes to learning English, non-native speakers can feel quite torn on whether they should learn British English or American English. They have their similarities, but can contrast each other strongly. The differences can be confusing for English speakers as well. The diversity in spelling, pronunciation, and vocabulary can really throw you off. In this article, I will be focusing on these three topics. Let's explore spelling, shall we? Important Spelling Differences Differences in Word Choice Same Word - Different Pronunciation Other Things to Consider Are you ready to teach English abroad? Listen to this blog post Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tabitha C. Growing up in the USA, I learned to spell in...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Learning a new language can be a wonderful experience. However, its success depends on several factors. Personal propensity above all. By this, I mean interest and passion for whatever language it is we have set our minds to learn. More often than not this propensity involves a sort of an innate talent which makes it easier for some students to master specific language skills. The right hint of motivation goes hand in hand with the environment. At a very early stage, this environment is represented by our teachers, masters, and tutors. Their ability to pass on the interest of another language will be crucial. How are we ever going to enjoy foreign language classes if they are carried out in a monotonous and dull manner? They have to be diverse and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Stories expose the students to more language, they engage and motivate the learner, they can be used to teach the structure of a language and the concepts about print which may be different between cultures. Stories with images can also help the students anchor their knowledge about the text. Listening to stories also helps the students hear accents and how words are pronounced. However, it is important to choose the correct book or story for the students you are working with. If familiar storylines are chosen the student is more likely to understand the story. It is also important to take into consideration the interests of the students and to find text on those topics. Stories for Children Books for Teens Printed Materials for Adults Do you want to...  [Read more]

Date posted:2015-03-31 | Writer: Wall Street English | Email: [email protected] Wall Street English is one of the world's most successful private English language schools and currently employs TEFL certified teachers in 29 countries with over 470 centers. With just 6 years in business in Jakarta, WSE's success has been phenomenal – now over 8,000 students. The school’s design is one built on the principals of elegance and innovation, intent on redefining the way Indonesians think about English schools. Our schools are 5-star quality, high-end educational institutes with a modern, cosmopolitan gleam located in high-end shopping malls. Our students are mostly in their late teens, twenties or thirties, and are a blend of university students, office workers, high school...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas Of the four language skills taught in an ESL classroom, listening skills are often overlooked as teachers can be unsure how to make these lessons interesting and relevant to their students. However, as listening skills are a fundamental part of the language learning process, it is vital that we give them the classroom time they deserve. The good news is that there are many ways to make listening skills lessons both fun and productive. Here are 6 ideas for livening up your lesson plans. Popular Culture Secret Phrase Celebrity Squares Describe the Picture Listen and Quiz Vowel Cards Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach listening skills in the classroom? Related Articles: One simple way to engage your students in a listening lesson is to use popular...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas In a previous post, we looked at various teaching ideas for future simple and here we're going to describe some fun ideas for teaching three other future tenses. There are a wide variety of usages for future tenses and it's always important to make sure your activities focus on the usages that you've taught in your lesson. For example, future continuous can be used to talk about an ongoing action at a point in the future, a fixed future event, polite enquiries or to predict the future or the present. Predicting the present is one that students often have trouble conceptualizing, so we might as well start from there. Listen to this blog post: Predicting the present Ongoing action at a point in the future Expected achievements at a point in the future...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Teaching abroad is an exciting and enriching opportunity for anyone, but as an LGBT individual, there are additional challenges and considerations to keep in mind. Moving to a new country means adjusting to a different culture and navigating questions about discrimination, safety, coming out, and handling public displays of affection. While there has been significant progress in LGBT rights globally, including the legalization of same-sex marriage in more countries, there is still work to be done. Therefore, finding a place to teach abroad that is accepting and welcoming to the LGBT community becomes crucial. LGBTQIA+ Friendly EFL Destinations Spain: A Top LGBTQ+ Friendly Destination for Teaching English Abroad Thailand: Embracing Diversity...  [Read more]