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What It's Like Being a Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher in China - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
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The Chinese education market has been growing for the recent ten years. As the country is getting more and more open towards the rest of the world, the demand for proper English training becomes ubiquitous.Table of Contents
My Responsibilities
School Life
Team Building
Relationships With Kids and Parents
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Compared to the Russian system, where English starts to be taught in primary school, in China, they try to include English as early as the nursery. The difference in culture, language structure, and the lack of proper training of the school staff open the doors to expats.
If you find a position for an ESL teacher in China, chances are you get into a kindergarten.
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What is it Like Teaching English in China? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I've been teaching for almost two years in China as an English teacher. At first, I was only assigned to teach preschool children, due to the sudden leave of their last teacher. I was nervous and didn't know whether I would be able to teach them. They were very young and were absolute beginners. I had to teach letters with paired vocabularies every lesson. But as soon as I got to know them, all my worries disappeared. They were supportive and eager to learn.Table of Contents
Beginning of the lesson
Elementary school
To be honest, teaching in China is not easy.
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Life of an Expat in Hong Kong - What it's Like to Live in Asia's World City - TEFL Blog
Gianluca Costa
Destinations
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.Table of Contents
Here's what it's like to be an expat in Hong Kong and live in Asia's World City.
Expat sport groups
Language exchange groups
Night out and activities in Hong Kong
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Adding to its beauty, Hong Kong is one of the major international financial centers, having very low taxation and a high standard of living. That's exactly why Hong Kong attracts people from all over the world.
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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 to Work in China as a Non-Native English Teacher After the Pandemic - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
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Hello everybody, Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to this ITTT live session. It's a bit of an unusual time to meet because my sessions are usually on Tuesdays and today is Saturday. Anyway, I'm super happy that you could make it. Today's session is going to be slightly different because we are going to talk with my good friend about teaching in China. I know that many people are interested in this topic, so stay tuned because in a moment he will join me to talk about working in China and stuff like that. If you guys have any questions, feel free to ask them via the comment section. As for the timing for today, we are going to talk for around 60 minutes. I hope that we will be able to discuss all of the main... [Read more]
Live TEFL Q&A: Ask Us Anything! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hello hi i am back for another live session this week my name is linda from itt over here and um yeah hi i took a break last week i was um traveling actually a little bit of traveling in korea not too far um but yeah i enjoyed the cherry blossoms so that's why there was no life for me last week but um yeah i'm back this week i'm super excited to be back and um yeah today we're just gonna have a um you know q and a session so you guys can ask me questions about tefl and tesol and everything uh teaching abroad teaching online whatever you want to know about tefl and tesol and all that good stuff um so yeah that's what i'm here for today so something a bit more casual um let's have a chat i like to you know uh get to know you guys better you can get to know me me and um iitt and tefl and all... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - Why Teach In China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Why teach in China?
First the Facts:
2014 College Graduates in China: 7.26 million and rising
30,000 organizations or companies offering private English classes in China
The market has nearly doubled in size in the last five years and is now worth around $3.1 billion
Salary for foreign English language teachers:
English teachers in China can expect to make between 6,000 - 16,000 RMB ($942 - $2,500 USD)
Those teaching at an international school, however, can make up to 30,000 RMB ($4,700 USD)
Depending on the type of educational institution the salary varies enormously
Public Schools: 6,000-10,000 RMB
Private Language Institute: 6,000 - 16,000 RMB per month
Universities: 7,500 - 10,000 RMB per month
International Schools: 12,000 - 30,000 RMB per month
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What is it Like Teaching EFL in a Kindergarten? - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
The majority of children turning 5 years old attend kindergarten for two years in preparation for primary school. Some kids enter kindergarten earlier at the age of only four. This actually varies according from state to state and also from country to country.Table of Contents
"Teaching EFL in a kindergarten is really challenging."
"Teaching Kindergarten is like a Rollercoaster Ride!"
Don't rely on Translations
Preparation is key!
Truly, teaching is a rewarding job.
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Tefl reviews - Like As - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this video Iban teaches a lesson on 'like' and 'as'. He warms the students up before moving onto the lesson point where he outlines the different uses of 'like' and 'as'. He ends the lesson with activities to get the students the language they have learned.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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What is it like teaching English in Bangladesh? - TEFL Blog
Sahil Gazi
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
I was born in Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh. I had the privilege of being educated at some of the best private schools in town, all of whom followed an industry-standard curriculum for teaching English and other English language subjects. The British Council later adopted this with various examination boards from reputed Universities in the UK.Table of Contents
As such, I would like to share a bit of it.
The history of teaching English in Bangladesh
The Level of English
Learning for the new generation
Limitations faced by the learners
The new standard path for English learners and speakers
The Future of English for Bangladesh
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What's the weather like today? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet to practice the weather with your beginner ESL students. Have your students read the sentence and draw the correct weather accordingly.
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Opinion Writing: Why do you like the beach? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This printable ESL worksheet is ideal to practice opinion writing. Students have to write about why they like the beach.
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Do You Like to Travel? Become a TEFL teacher! - TEFL Blog
Gianluca Costa
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Many people have the dream to travel the world. However, it's hard to travel a lot unless you're rich or work for a big international company offering your business trips, right? What do you do about a visa, and what if you don't speak the local language? Fret not; it's actually easier than you think to find a job in an exciting foreign country. If you are a native English speaker or speak English fluently, why not consider a job teaching English abroad?Table of Contents
How to become a TEFL teacher
Plan your travels
Get paid to travel
Tutoring
Teach Online
It's worth it
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What is it like teaching English in Saudi Arabia? - TEFL Blog
Umber Sherjeel
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Being in the teaching field for more than a decade and having taught in Saudi Arabia for the last 7+ years, I will give some pointers about my experience here as an English Language teacher.Table of Contents
A Booming Job Market
Financial Aspects
Fuel is cheap
Multifaceted Culture
Good news for English Native Speakers
Tips for Teaching Arab Students
Things to avoid during the lesson
Duties to be fulfilled along with teaching
Overall working environment
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The education industry in Saudi Arabia is very blooming. There are many international schools, colleges, and universities - and the English education field in Saudi Arabia continues to grow and expand.
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Teaching in Taiwan: What it's Really Like - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In the current climate of the US, many other countries that are moving to a more liberal culture are becoming more attractive. One does not become a teacher for the money, but for the experience of working with young people or new learners. It is quite a rewarding career if one is open to trying new things, not being rich, and able to adapt to new situations. There is a lot to consider when leaving one's home country for another to teach. The idea of leaving behind everything for a new place can be scary. In researching teaching in Taiwan, there are several things one needs to consider such as the language and the culture of Taiwan.Table of Contents
The official language of Taiwan is Mandarin.
The other issue is the culture of Taiwan.
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5 Reasons Why I Went to Teach English in China - TEFL Blog
Ulysses Brown
Destinations
China is a popular market for teaching English as a foreign language. That's why I also took the leap and moved to China to teach. Here are 5 of the main reasons why I went to teach English in China.Table of Contents
1. High market value language
2. Itchy feet
3. Work Experience
4. Heartbreak
5. A newfound vocational passion
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I studied at a university with an enormous international student body. Many of these students became good friends of mine, Romanians in particular. Most of the people with whom I associated were friendly enough, and those that weren't found their way outside of my personal circle of friends and acquaintances. So, it can, therefore, be concluded that the majority of my... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - English Lesson Like As - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this video Iban teaches a lesson on "€˜like" and "€˜as". He warms the students up before moving onto the lesson point where he outlines the different uses of "€˜like"€™ and "as". He ends the lesson with activities to get the students the language they have learned.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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This unit was a little more complicated for me. While it taught me a lot, it... [Read more]
What It's Like Teaching English in Karachi, Pakistan - TEFL Blog
Zainab Sadriwala
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Karachi is a city of opportunities for the citizens of Pakistan and for the people abroad. Professionals from all around the country aspire to make their living in this cosmopolitan city which has so much to offer for those who are ambitious. Hence teaching being no different, Karachi offers a wide array of opportunities to the aspiring young generation to make their mark in this highly esteemed profession.Table of Contents
Here are the top 6 reasons to teach English in Karachi, Pakistan.
1. Scarcity of quality English language teachers:
2. Learning for the new generation:
3. English is the backbone of all subjects:
4. Communication is key:
5. Pakistan needs more writers:
6. Good English gets you everywhere:
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What It's Really Like Being a Non-Native English-Speaking Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Lately, I have been hearing the question "Can a non-native English speaker teach English?" and my answer to this is "YES" but in certain conditions. My answer is based on my experience as a non-native English teacher that is why I chose this topic. I would like to tell my story of being a non-native English teacher.Table of Contents
First, I would like to share my good experiences.
Thailand
Requirements
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What’s it Like Teaching EFL in a Kindergarten in Vietnam? - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences
Today I will be discussing teaching EFL in a kindergarten class in Vietnam. The main 3 points I will be talking about are the culture, school support and parent assistance. Just to give you some background, my name is Melanie and I am from Ohio, USA. I have over 10 years experience in the classroom. I started as a substitute teacher in Nevada and then decided to move abroad to Vietnam in 2013. Vietnam is where I had my first EFL experience of teaching kindergarten.Table of Contents
Children are Motivated to Succeed
Memories of My First Day
The Importance of Practicing at Home
The Benefits for Teachers and Students are Huge
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What Class Rules and Class Management Should Really Be Like - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Classroom management means that during the teaching process, the teacher healthily takes the students in a short and disciplined way according to certain rules and personal education.Table of Contents
Does each student follow these rules? No.
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The first item in the classroom to provide discipline: Listen to my command. In short, our aim in this article is to focus the students' attention on the teacher when we say dinle listen to me with classical conditioning. Listen to me command is an application... [Read more]
How can I ensure I get a good job teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
To ensure you get a good job teaching English in China, consider the following tips:
To teach English in China, you typically need the following qualifications:
Best cities in China for teaching English jobs:
Yes, there are specific requirements for teaching English to children in China. Teaching English to children in China is a popular job for many expatriates, but it comes with certain requirements to ensure quality education and safety for the students. Here are some key requirements for teaching English to children in China:
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How can I earn extra cash while teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Some popular side hustles for English teachers in China include:
English teachers in China can use various online platforms to find extra teaching opportunities. Some popular options include:
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The Most Common Problems Students in China Face When Learning English - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Learning a foreign language in any part of the world is a demanding task which requires dedication and long-term commitment. It, however, can be particularly difficult for Chinese students. From a completely different alphabet to the lack of professional foreign expert training due to a high demand, Chinese students face a number of problems in learning the English language.Table of Contents
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Few Opportunities to Practice Speaking Skills
Different Intonation Compared to Chinese
Inexperienced Teachers in the Classroom
Pronunciation Needs to Be Drilled
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Review From Tefl Student Dima - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
This is a video review form Dima who shares his view of our TEFL/TESOL courses. He is from the Ukraine and is planning to live abroad in China and teach English to young learners. He enjoyed the course and thought it was very well put together. He feels confident to lead his own classroom after taking the course and recommends this course to anyone interested in teaching English as a foreign language.
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Alumni Report: What It’s Like Teaching English in Austria - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
Between 2017 and 2018 after I had graduated with a bachelor's degree in German and English, I moved to Vienna, Austria to become an English teaching assistant through the Fulbright group. I was placed at two schools in Lower Austria and taught around 14-15 classes each week for 50 minute periods. Going into the situation, I honestly felt underprepared and confused as to what I was supposed to teach and how. The program attempted to orientate the teaching assistants, but in reality, there was much I did not know.Table of Contents
The Role as an English Teaching Assistant
The Role of the Teacher in the Classroom
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How can I find like minded people in the local area? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Finding like-minded people in your local area can be a rewarding experience, especially when pursuing common interests or goals. Here are some ways to connect with like-minded individuals:
To connect with people who share similar interests nearby, you can utilize various methods and platforms to find like-minded individuals. Here are some effective ways to do so:
You can meet new friends with similar hobbies in your city by joining local clubs, attending events, or using online platforms.
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TEFL China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl In Shijiazhuang China
Date posted:2008-06-29 | Writer: Jingying Education Group | Email: [email protected]
Jingying Education Group is an independent comprehensive school which has primary school, middle school, senior high school and Tertiary college. It has been a famous school in Shijiazhuang city since its establishment thirteen years ago, and in the past thirteen years our school has been awarded many prizes. The environment in our school is great, we have a Garden-like campus and well equipped modern teaching facilities The main campus is about 25 acres and there are about 6000 students, more than 1000 teaching staff. Now Our school has been in the top place in the field of private schools in Hebei province. If you are professional in your outlook, energetic and a team player we would like to receive... [Read more]
What is the TEFL job market like in Europe? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Europe is a popular destination for TEFL teachers due to its diverse cultures, historical landmarks, and high demand for English language education. The TEFL job market in Europe is competitive, with opportunities available in both public and private schools, language institutes, and online teaching platforms. Countries such as Spain, Italy, and France are known for their strong demand for English teachers, especially in major cities and tourist destinations.
To secure a TEFL job in Europe, most employers require a minimum of a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification. A TEFL certification is essential for teaching English as a foreign language and can be obtained through online courses or in-person training programs. Some countries may also require teachers to have a work visa, which... [Read more]
What It’s Like Teaching Kindergarten in Thailand - My Personal Story - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Having spent more than 20 years as a marketing consultant, I decided to change career, to become an English language teacher. Hence, I took up the 120-hour TEFL course with ITTT, along with a specialised course in teaching young learners and another one in teaching business English. Even before I finished my TEFL course, I was offered a teaching job with a private school in Bangkok, Thailand. I have since been teaching kindergarten kids for about 8 months.Table of Contents
My Typical School Day
Planning and Preparation
Lessons I Have Learned Since Starting My New Job
My Plans for the Future
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