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What do TEFL teachers wear? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Attire expectations vary widely based on the school's policies:
Pro Tip: To avoid confusion, inquire about the dress code during the job interview. As a rule of thumb, it is wise to err on the side of professionalism on your first day, adjusting as you gauge the school's culture.
What should I wear for a TEFL job interview?
What about tattoos and piercings?
What about facial hair?
Which countries have specific expectations when it comes to appearance?
When preparing for a TEFL job interview, attire plays a pivotal role in making a strong first impression:
In essence, prioritize a professional appearance throughout the TEFL job application and interview process to boost your prospects.
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ESL Weather - What do you wear when it's...? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet to write about the weather and what pieces of clothing you wear depending on the weather.
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What does an EFL teacher do? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
An EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teacher specializes in instructing non-native English speakers, ensuring they develop comprehensive language skills. This includes guiding students in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English effectively. While many EFL teachers are found in public education settings, aiding children in their linguistic journey, they also teach adults in various institutions, enabling learners of all ages and backgrounds to communicate confidently in English.
What does an EFL teacher actually do?
What does an EFL teacher need to be successful?
For many teachers the most time consuming aspect of the job is planning and preparing lessons in advance. While teachers with plenty of experience can often get by with minimal planning as they will have taught the... [Read more]
What Options do Business English Teachers Have? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
This summative task essay will answer the question, "What options do business English teachers have?". This is topic number 14, "Options for Teachers." The different career options available for teachers of business English, as well as their unique benefits and challenges, will be discussed in the following.
The number of options
Technological inclusion
Benefits
Individual work
Being employed
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Top 5 ESL Teacher Strategies for Your Online Classes - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
In this blog post, we will look at five strategies you can use t boost your effectiveness within the class and also as a general way of increasing your online business. Ideas covered include the use of gamification and individualization.
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Gamification
Individualization
Charting your course
Strategies of content delivery
Narrowing down your niche
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What skills do TEFL teachers need? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Throughout our educational journey, we have all encountered a mix of highly competent teachers as well as those who leave room for improvement. Exceptional teachers effortlessly engage and inspire students, creating a vibrant learning environment. Such proficiency often comes from experience, allowing teachers to hone their skills and develop effective strategies. Yet, certain inherent skills tend to characterize successful teachers, regardless of their years in the profession.
Excellent communication skills
Flexibility
Good management skills
Patience
Passion
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What not to do as an EFL teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
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
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What qualifications do I need to be a TEFL teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Typically, TEFL teachers should possess an accredited TEFL certificate with at least 120 hours of training. Proficiency in English, either as a native or fluent speaker, is also vital. While a bachelor's degree can enhance job prospects, many institutions prioritize the TEFL certification. Above all, a zest for adventure and a passion for teaching are invaluable assets in this field.
Do I need to be fluent in English to get a job in TEFL?
Do I need to be a native English speaker to get a job in TEFL?
Do I need a TEFL qualification to teach English?
Can I get a TEFL job if I have completed a TEFL taster course?
What is a 120-hour TEFL certificate course?
Should I take additional TEFL courses to enhance my job opportunities?
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Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Teaching English abroad is an exciting career path that thousands of people embark on every year. The first step is usually a TEFL or TESOL certificate and then finding a job in a suitable location. Once you step into your own EFL classroom, you will then be able to use all the skills you learned during the course. However, every teacher makes mistakes every now and again, which is why we have summarized the top mistakes to avoid in the classroom while teaching English abroad to help you out!
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1. Being the "Nice, Fun Teacher"
2. Planning Your Lessons Too Quickly
3. Using the Same Lesson Plan for All Levels
4. Talking Too Quickly or Too Slowly
5. Thinking Too Short-Term
6. Obsessing Over Correct Grammar
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Gingerbread Man Writing Prompt - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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What would you do if a gingerbread man jumped out of your oven?
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Gianluca Raffio Costa is a passionate TEFL teacher who has found in teaching young children a completely new and satisfying world. He his a sportive person who spend most of his free time riding bike, playing squash, tennis and, football.
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Hong Kong is an energetic and exciting city. It is a modern metropolis with high skyscrapers, and its vast mountains make it a truly unique place. Here's what it's like as an expat in Hong Kong.
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TEFL Courses FAQs - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Frequently Asked Questions
At ITTT we are dedicated to training new teachers to become effective and confident professionals who are capable of working in English language classrooms worldwide. Throughout the training process we are here to guide you every step of the way, from choosing the right course all the way through to finding the best job to suit your plans. Inevitably you will have many questions along the way which is why we have put together the following FAQ section that should help to answer some of the most common queries.
What is the difference between TESOL and TEFL?
TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. These descriptions are generally used interchangeably, however, TESOL is more common... [Read more]
Q&A with a Non-Native ESL Teacher: "I can't find a job! What to do?" - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hey guys it's lizzy here and today we are going to discuss a really crucial issue uh so i would like to uh draw everybody's attention to the problem of getting a job as a non-native esl teacher uh for some reason um i get constantly asked about this situation and people usually say like i got tefl certified but i can't find a job or in general i can't find a job without any reasons and i don't know what to do so um i believe that this uh point uh is super important to uh cover that is why uh today i decided to have this q a session uh with you and address your problems and try myself try try my best to help you out to overcome this trouble to overcome this problem so um what we are going to do is um we are going to communicate via the chat box so uh make sure uh that if you have a... [Read more]
Q&A With A Non Native ESL Teacher: "I Can't Find A Job! What To Do?" - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Are you a non-native ESL teacher? Have you got TEFL certified but still have trouble finding a job? Come to this live stream and ask a non-native ESL teacher Liza for a piece of advice! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Q A With A Non Native Esl Teacher I Can T Find A Job What To Do - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Are you a non-native ESL teacher? Have you got TEFL certified but still have trouble finding a job? Come to this live stream and ask a non-native ESL teacher Liza for a piece of advice! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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What do you need to be able to Teach English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Whether you want to teach as a volunteer in the depths of the jungle on the Thai-Myanmar border or as a business English instructor to corporate high-flyers in Sao Paulo, Brazil, you will need at the least a recognised TEFL/TESOL certificate.
Although it is still possible to find jobs where simply being a native speaker of English is enough to secure the position these opportunities are becoming few and far between and earning a 120-hour certificate with a reputable organisation should be your priority before starting out. A bachelor's degree is not a necessity for the majority of countries around the world and there are plenty of opportunities out there without such a qualification.
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A New Year - A New Me Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This worksheet is ideal to make promises and think about what we want to do in the new year.
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What time do you...? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a useful worksheet to practice daily routines and time. Students re-order the words into sentences, connect the sentences to the clocks and the matching pictures and draw the correct times.
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What do they like - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun practice on hobbies and Present Simple. Once the activity is completed, it can be used for speaking purposes.
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How do I become an ESL teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
To become an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher, you typically need to follow these steps: Earn a bachelor's degree: Most schools and employers require ESL teachers to have at least a bachelor's degree in education, English, or a related field. Obtain TEFL/TESOL certification: Completing a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification program is often necessary to teach English to non-native speakers. These programs provide essential training in language teaching methodologies, lesson planning, classroom management, and more. Gain teaching experience: Many ESL teaching positions require some teaching experience. You can gain experience through volunteer work, internships, or teaching English abroad. Consider... [Read more]
Several Things You Should Do as a TEFL Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The role of the teacher, without a doubt, is the most important factor when you begin your teaching profession. For it is here--where you start and then continue to educate students your entire life. Everything a teacher does is what leads to the success and failure of the students.
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Creating a Right Atmpsphere
Setting up Learning Goals
Providing With Appropriate Activites
Extra Responsibilities
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Summer Vacation Word Search - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Teach summer vocabulary with this word search. Review and discuss all the words in the word box before completing the word search. Discuss what sports the children are doing. What do you enjoy doing during summer?
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What are they going to do? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Your ESL students have to write sentences following the example in the "going to" future tense.
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What are the opportunities for TEFL teachers to work in teacher training programs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Working as a TEFL teacher in teacher training programs offers numerous benefits. Firstly, it allows you to make a significant impact on the quality of English language education in a particular region or country. By training local teachers, you are not only helping them improve their language skills but also enhancing their teaching methodologies and strategies. This, in turn, can have a ripple effect, as these teachers go on to educate countless students in the future. Additionally, teaching in teacher training programs can be a highly rewarding experience personally and professionally. You have the opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise with fellow educators, collaborate on innovative teaching techniques, and contribute to the overall development of the teaching community.
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What are the opportunities for TEFL teachers to work in teacher education programs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
To work in teacher education programs, TEFL teachers need to possess certain qualifications and meet specific requirements. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field is typically required. Additionally, a TEFL certification such as CELTA or TESOL is often necessary. Some institutions may also prefer candidates with a master's degree in Applied Linguistics or Education. Experience in teaching English as a foreign language is crucial, with many programs requiring a minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience. Teacher educators should also have a strong understanding of pedagogical theories, curriculum development, assessment practices, and classroom management techniques.
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The Truth About Online TEFL Courses: Pros And Cons - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you want to take a TEFL course but are not sure if online training is worthwhile? This live stream is what you need! The truth about Online TEFL courses. Our TEFL expert Liza will help you weigh the pros and cons and pick the most suitable options. Don't miss it! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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How do I become an English teacher overseas? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
The global demand for English language teachers presents vast opportunities. Here is a step-by-step guide to embarking on this journey:
While a degree and prior teaching experience isn't always mandatory, comprehensive research and careful planning are crucial to navigating and thriving in the international teaching arena.
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How do I become a great English teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Throughout our schooling, we have likely encountered several teachers who, despite their profession, seemed mismatched for the role. Some might have resorted to strict penalties for minor mistakes, others may have been tediously boring or simply failed to heed their students' feedback. Nonetheless, we usually also recall those teachers who positively impacted our learning journey.
So, what makes these educators stand out? We believe that a combination of certain traits and skills contribute to a teacher being remembered for the right reasons. By incorporating these characteristics, you are likely to be remembered as an exceptional English teacher by your future students.
Communication
Passion
Patience
Organization
Adaptability
Confidence
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What are the opportunities for TEFL teachers to work as teacher trainers or mentors? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
As a TEFL teacher, one of the natural progressions in your career is to move into the role of a teacher trainer or mentor. This transition allows you to share your knowledge and expertise with other educators, contributing to the growth and development of the teaching community. Teacher trainers and mentors play a crucial role in shaping the skills and competencies of new teachers, helping them become more effective in the classroom.
To work as a teacher trainer or mentor in the TEFL field, it is essential to have a strong educational background and relevant teaching experience. Most employers look for candidates with a bachelor's degree in education, linguistics, or a related field, along with a recognized TEFL certification such as CELTA or TESOL. Additionally, having several years of... [Read more]
What can I do after TEFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
After obtaining a TEFL certification and teaching abroad, many people discover a newfound passion for living overseas, while others eventually decide to return to their home countries. For those who return, the skills acquired while teaching with TEFL can open doors to numerous other opportunities, both domestically and internationally.
Can I continue to teach English in my home country?
Can I work for a non-profit or volunteer organization?
Can I get a job in the travel industry?
How can my cultural awareness and language abilities help me find work?
Should I go back to school?
Can teaching English in another country be a promising career?
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