What Is A Tefl Teacher

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is a Teacher and What is Their Responsibility in the Classroom? The role of the teacher is to guide the student to success. They are the main source of motivation, knowledge of the subject, and plays a key role in the possible atmosphere of the classroom. The vitality of the role cannot be understated because it is the difference between helping the student reach their full potential or failure to learn the subject matter. From the beginning, the teacher must let the students know that they care and all questions are welcomed so that it becomes an open space to create opportunities to learn. Table of Contents Teachers' Attitude and Behavior My Usual Routine Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What is a Teacher and What Are They For? As a teacher, there are several roles that one must assume to do their job effectively. Often, the idea of a teacher is to simply show the material and grade the students, but that is not necessarily the truth. As an instructor of any topic it crucial that you know the material, have a positive influence on the class and can be flexible in all situations. I love the expression "A good teacher can make a hard class easy, and a bad teacher can make an easy class hard". Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Planning and Creating Materials Attitude Towards Your Class Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is the Role of a Good Teacher? As stated in Unit 1, a good teacher "cares about his/her teaching, but cares even more about the learning of the students". This statement emphasizes the fact that an effective teacher should not only maintain a good and positive attitude towards their teaching but should maintain a good relationship with the students while creating the most engaging and friendly environment as possible so that the students can acquire the skills they need to be successful. Table of Contents Patience Student-Teacher Relationships Within the Lesson Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by...  [Read more]

How do I become a TEFL tutor? There are a number of EFL teaching scenarios that involve tutoring. The most obvious is that of one-to-one teaching. This can take place in a school, a language center, at a business or privately. Regardless of the teaching scenario, the route to becoming a TEFL tutor is basically the same as becoming a TEFL teacher. In general there are three ways to gain the certification required to become a TEFL tutor. They all involve a course with a minimum of 120 hours of training. Online TEFL certification This can be done from anywhere in the world with a computer and an internet connection. Typical 120-hour courses give you up to six months to complete the course, working at your own pace. These courses will cover the main aspects of EFL teaching, those being,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles What is the Role of a Good Teacher? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their point of view on a good teacher's personal qualities. Reasons for a Lack of Confidence in English Students from China | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post contains information on the reasons why Chinese students may have a lack of confidence. Should a TEFL Certification be Mandatory for Teachers? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information In...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences What is the best thing I've learned from my TESOL course and how it reinforced my will to become a teacher As far as I can remember, I always wanted to become a teacher in a foreign country. The most thrilling part about it was to convey knowledge to others and extend my own cultural awareness. Table of Contents "Teachers abroad need to be mindful of cultural differences in the classroom." "You cannot create a culturally responsive classroom if you don't take the time to get to know your students." Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post When I heard about TEFL online courses after graduating from university, I immediately thought it would be the best option for me in order to achieve my...  [Read more]

What does a TEFL course focus on? A TEFL certification is a key requirement for employers of English teachers globally, with most now demanding a minimum of a 120-hour certificate. You can attain this certification through two primary avenues: in-class and online TEFL courses. In-class TEFL courses As the name suggests, these courses require you to attend sessions at a location where English is taught as a foreign language, usually for about four weeks. Given the accommodation necessity, these courses tend to be pricier, but they usually incorporate a teaching practice segment that significantly aids real-world teaching preparation. Also read: Which country is best for a TEFL course? Online TEFL courses These courses offer flexibility, as they don't demand physical presence at any...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles What is The Difference Between Teaching English to High-School Students and University Students? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How teaching high-school students differs from teaching university students? Read in this blog post. What Distinguishes a Good English Teacher from Others? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how good teachers differ from the rest. Anticipated Problems: Japanese Speakers and Their Issues in ESL |...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A Teacher’s Image in the Students’ Eyes In the spectrum of teaching there are many roles that a teacher has, and many parts they must play. All of the roles are dependent on variables such as the type of lesson that is being conducted, the part of the lesson that is taking place, and the dynamic of the students in a particular class. There are times when teaching, that the teacher will need to take control of the class. At other times the teacher may have a more passive role. They may be monitoring how assignments are being completed, or model tricky skills to use as an example. There are other times the teacher may be an active participant in the lesson alongside the students while other times they may need to be the...  [Read more]

TEFL - FAQs 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. TEFL & TESOL (General) 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...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Why Learning Grammar is Important and What are Students’ Common Mistakes? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the importance of learning English grammar and some common mistakes made by ESL students. Our TEFL graduate shares their experience. This is What I Learned from my Online TEFL Training | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our alumna shares their TEFL course experience. They explain how the training helped them to enhance their teaching. ...  [Read more]

Anna Bondar I am Bondar Anna, have been living and working in China for 11 years. Holder of BA in Economics, TEFL, TESOL, CTEYL certificates, and Child Psychology Diploma. I am an ELS Teacher, Staff Trainer, and Education Consultant. Looking forward to sharing my experience with you！ Read my articles School Meetings: What are they about? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Anna Bondar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Let's take a look at the different types of school meetings most teachers have to go through when teaching English as a foreign language. How to Get Hired as a Teacher in China: Why the Right Attitude is Essential | ITTT | TEFL Blog Anna Bondar Destinations Alumni Experiences Being in China for over ten years, I've worked at more than 30 places, combining schools and training...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Teacher’s Role in The Development of Student Motivation Although it is important that a teacher maintains the students' motivation throughout the course, the initial stages are particularly important because they lay the foundation for the course. For example, if a strong motivational atmosphere is not initially established then he/she will have more difficulty motivating them when correction is needed in the later stages. If a strong motivational foundation is laid then the students' will understand that the teacher has their best interests at heart and is trying to help them as best as he/she can. Table of Contents Relationships Teacher's Interest and Love Engagement Special Occasions Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Several Why’s to Complete a TEFL Course | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Are there any special reasons to complete a TEFL course? Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the topic. Motivation: Online vs. Onsite TEFL Courses | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Online courses or in-class courses? Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion. What Personal Qualities are Important for English Teachers to Successfully Fulfill their Duties? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Lourien Prinsloo An ambitious ESL Teacher, with a passion for people. In my spare time, I voluntarily tutor students online. My husband Willie and I live in South Africa with our son Retief. My favourite things include my dogs, family time, exercise, and of course POTATO CHIPS (sometimes even at the same time)! Read my articles The Education Giants: Online vs. Offline Education | ITTT | TEFL Blog Lourien Prinsloo Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas One of the most valuable resources to have in life is an educated mind. In this last decade, the educational world was and still is constantly evolving, especially with the rise of technology and a pandemic stricken worldwide that is influencing millions of people’s educational growth. Teacher Burnout - How Real Is It and What Can You...  [Read more]

Lesson Planning - Part 2 - What does a lesson plan contain?   So, the document itself needs to contain some general information about the class, for example the name of the teacher, the date and time of the lesson, what level of class is being taught and in what room, how many students are we expecting, this is important, when we've got things like photocopying and materials to do, what is the context of the lesson, in other words, what is the lesson actually about, what vocabulary or grammar point is this lesson covering and sometimes it's also useful to write out what the focus of the lesson is. So, in effect, the context of the lesson is telling us the grammar point, for example, that might be the present continuous tense, whereas the focus is telling us how we're going to go...  [Read more]

Which countries have a growing demand for EFL teachers? For each of five countries in each region we will consider factors such as a general statement of opportunity in the region, monthly salary in US$ equivalent and finally a typical current job posting from the region. It is important to view salaries in the context of a typical citizen’s average income. What may appear to be a low salary may in fact put you in a high income bracket (and vice-versa!) All figures were correct at the time of writing but are subject to change. Asia There is a vast range of opportunity from high income first world countries like Japan and South Korea, to less-developed countries throughout the region. Salaries and conditions therefore vary due to those constraints. Typical job posting 11 schools...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles Why you should volunteer as a teacher at least once in your life? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences In this post, an ITTT graduate looks at why everyone should volunteer as a teacher at least once in their life. Top Reasons to Volunteer Abroad as a Teacher | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences In this blog post, a recent TEFL course graduate shares their thoughts on why someone should try out volunteer teaching. Classroom Management - What is it and how do I implement it? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences ...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles How Traveling The World Inspired Me To Teach English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences In this post, a recent TEFL graduate shares his story of traveling the world and how he found his calling to teach English as a foreign language. Why Having Foreign Language Experience Makes You a Better Teacher | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences In this post, one of our TEFL course graduates gives her thoughts on why having foreign language experience makes you a better teacher. Business English: The Medium of Globalization | ITTT | TEFL...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Child Development: Sensory Processing in the Classroom, A New Tool for Teachers Child Development is a complex topic and can be described with a myriad of approaches formulated by scientists, psychologists, therapists and teachers alike. These approaches can break this topic down for those of us who work with children so that we may have a framework for what we are observing. Table of Contents Theory Implementation New Approach to Child Development Child Sensory Development Model What Makes Successful Students? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Karen A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Explore government-run TEFL teacher programs worldwide. Discover opportunities to teach English, travel, and make a global impact. A Journey in English Teaching: From Language School to Personalized Success | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore a seasoned English teacher's transformative journey, from battling traditional teaching methods to crafting a personalized approach, in this engaging tale of educational innovation. What is ESP in Relation to ESL Teaching? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In order to explain this we will look...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles Child Development and Piaget’s Theory - a Brief Summary | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teachers are always looking for ideas that might help them to better understand their students. In this post, one of our graduates explores the child development theories put forward by the Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget. From Student to Teacher - My Language Journey | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Every TEFL student enjoys their own unique...  [Read more]

What is a hagwon and are they a good place to work? The term hagwon is used in South Korea to describe a particular type of school. The South Korean education system has two major components, the public school system and the private school system. Many South Koreans make use of both these systems, attending the government-run public schools as normal in any country and then taking additional lessons in a private school, particularly for additional learning in subjects such as English. A hagwon is therefore a private educational institution in South Korea where students can gain additional teaching in subjects which are seen as important for their education. It is estimated that during their education, 95% of South Korean students will make use of a hagwon. As such these private...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Why Completing a TEFL Course is Important to Teach Abroad | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the importance of TEFL certification for working abroad. The Global Rise of the English Language - How Far Will it Go? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the global status of English. Structural Method on Motivating Student | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Learning with Diversity | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post overviews the importance of cultural diversity in the ESL classroom. Moving Forward: My Personal Teaching Experience, Changing Careers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experiences of changing a career path. What is the Role of an Effective EFL Teacher? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Which Teaching Method is Best for a First-time Teacher? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers different teaching methods and explains which one should work best for young TEFL teachers. Positive Alternatives to Old-Fashioned Punishment | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their ideas on how to change punishment into a more positive practice. Pronunciation Problems for Learners Speaking Chinese...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in Cambodia? Cambodia is rapidly establishing itself as one of the most promising TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) destinations in Southeast Asia. Boasting a vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes, it captivates an increasing number of foreign teachers who choose to call it home. The country's most renowned gem, Angkor Wat, stands as an extraordinary temple complex, offering awe-inspiring views and remarkable architecture that can occupy visitors for days. The growing demand for English teachers in Cambodia is fueled by the nation's increasing reliance on international tourism and trade, as well as its young population, with approximately 60% under the age of thirty. The country's low cost of living and minimal restrictions on teacher...  [Read more]

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom and the Geert Hofstede Model There are several things that a teacher should consider before entering a classroom and one very important consideration, particularly for EFL teachers, is the topic of cultural sensitivity. Because English classes are often conducted with students from a variety of different cultures and often take place in a foreign country, teachers must ensure that their teaching does not offend cultural or social norms. For example, in a Western classroom it might be quite common to divide the class into mixed-sex pairs, however, in some cultures this could be seen as offensive. So how can teachers prepare themselves for these situations? Table of Contents The...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Effective ESL Education with Parental Help | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Students need parental help but how should it be organized to achieve better results in education? Find out in this blog post. What Classroom Management Skills Can Teachers Develop to Contribute to the Success of EFL and ESL Learners? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of classroom management skills. Why it is Important to Volunteer Teach ESL Learners | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

Russ Tuff Synergy Assets I’ve worked in so many industries I have lost track and have to record everything on LinkedIn so that I can even remember what I have done and where I have been doing it. An Aussie that owns a business in Bali, Indonesia; I have found over the years be it through personal, business or sport coaching, what I love most, is creating skills in others they will use for a lifetime. Read my articles The New ITTT Specialized Course – Teaching English Online: Is it worth doing? Russ Tuff Alumni Experiences In this blog post, a course alumni shares his thoughts on the new ITTT Specialized Course – Teaching English Online: Is it worth doing? “To do or not to do?” - 6 Reasons To Take Specialized TEFL Courses | ITTT | TEFL Blog Russ Tuff TEFL Information...  [Read more]