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ITTT Course Graduate: My Personal Experience Teaching in Turkey - TEFL Blog
Fri, 24 Jun 2022 Najwa Sabih
Destinations Alumni Experiences
ITTT Course Graduate: My Personal Experience Teaching in Turkey
Turkey is one of the most beautiful countries where you can have a lovely vacation. There are many touristic sites and fascinating places that will mesmerize you with the beauty of this country. Though, living in Turkey can be challenging. It is completely different from coming for tourism. When I decided to move to Istanbul almost two years ago, in October 2020, it was still the period of the covid-19 pandemic. This was really hard, as the companies were still closed, and everything was online, which made it hard for me to find a job. I was still an undergraduate back then, which was also a negative point for me to be able to have a job. Later, things turned... [Read more]
The 8 Best Countries in the Middle East for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Tue, 26 Jun 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Destinations TEFL Information
The 8 Best Countries in the Middle East for Teaching English Abroad
Are you thinking about teaching English in the Middle East? This region is rich in culture and natural beauty, plus the salaries for EFL teachers are among the highest in the world! Having work experience in the Middle East on your resume will open doors to endless opportunities around the world. Here are the best countries in the Middle East to teach English as a foreign language in 2018.
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United Arab Emirates - The Land of Opportunities
Kuwait - The Fruitful Land of the Gulf
Bahrain - The Land of Pearls
Oman - The Land of Scenic Beauty
Saudi Arabia - The Land of Hot Sands
Qatar - The Land of the Sheikhs
Jordan... [Read more]
Personal Experience: Teaching English to Kindergartners in Turkey - TEFL Blog
Tue, 07 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Personal Experience: Teaching English to Kindergartners in Turkey
My personal teaching experience is the reason why I love teaching and hopefully after this essay, you would understand why. Let me begin by giving you a short description of myself. I was born in South Africa, I had a normal childhood and I did not enjoy my schooling career. I am currently living in Turkey teaching English to kindergartens.
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First Steps
Lack of Confidence
Self-development and Challengies
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Top 5 Off-The-Beaten-Track Countries for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Thu, 05 Apr 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
Top 5 Off-The-Beaten-Track Countries for Teaching English Abroad
The worldwide EFL market is ever-changing with new hotspots and trends popping out of nowhere on a regular basis. If you don't want to teach English in one of the common EFL destinations, like China, Mexico or Italy, this list of the top 5 off-the-beaten-track countries for teaching English abroad might get you inspired.
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Guatemala - The Land of Eternal Spring
Indonesia - The Emerald of the Equator
Colombia - The Land of Happiness
Turkey - The Land of the Crescent Moon
Myanmar - The Golden Land
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Are you ready to teach English in one these off-the-beaten-track locations?
Guatemala - The Land of Eternal Spring
With a diverse range of... [Read more]
The Importance of Classroom Management While Teaching in Turkey - TEFL Blog
Wed, 07 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Importance of Classroom Management While Teaching in Turkey
Who was your favorite teacher in elementary school? Mine was my 5th-grade Teacher, Mr. Powers. Not because he was super cool, or cute, or wildly entertaining. It was because he was an amazing teacher. He was a retired Air Force pilot, yet was never very hard on us and I can't think of a single time that he got upset with us. I believe this is completely due to his amazing classroom management skills. I try my best to model my own teaching skills after Mr. Powers while teaching here in Istanbul, Turkey. Cultural and economic differences are actually the least of my problems while working with these amazing children. The most challenging aspects happen to be making the... [Read more]
Reasons to Obtain a TEFL Certificate Even if You Have Teaching Experience - TEFL Blog
Tue, 24 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Reasons to Obtain a TEFL Certificate Even if You Have Teaching Experience
I am an experienced teacher, so why should I complete a TEFL course? A personal reflection on my experience, and how it has benefited and informed my teaching practice.
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Career Importance
Surprising Discovery
First Teaching Experience
Teaching Abroad
Obvious Benefits
ESA Methodology
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Career Importance
I didn't sign up for this course by choice. I was forced to do it by my employer. After many years of... [Read more]
Personal Teaching Experience Shaping into an Adaptable Resilient Teacher - TEFL Blog
Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Personal Teaching Experience Shaping into an Adaptable Resilient Teacher
Having completed my Bachelor of Arts in Drama, I started my international teaching career straight out of university. What was meant to be a gap year opportunity of traveling and earning money has become a professional career in education spanning over ten years in more than five different countries. What was once a means to an end, has become a passion and a calling.
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Personal Learning Experience
Job Market
Living in South Korea
Teaching Methodology
Teaching in Poland
Working in Turkey
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How to teach English in Europe? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to teach English in Europe?
Across Europe there are several countries that attract a large number of EFL teachers every year. Some make it hard for foreign teachers to work legally, while others are much more open. By doing a bit of simple research you should be able to find the countries that offer the best prospects for your personal circumstances.
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How do I find a job teaching English in Spain?
What is the best way to apply for jobs teaching English in Spain?
When is the best time to apply for jobs teaching English in Spain?
Where are the best places to apply for jobs teaching English in Spain?
What visa will I need to teach English in Spain?
How much money will I need to start teaching English in Spain?
What can I do to ensure I find a good job teaching... [Read more]
Why Are Teachers Considered to Have Many Roles in the Classroom? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 15 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Why Are Teachers Considered to Have Many Roles in the Classroom?
I chose to write about this subject because I feel that the role of the teacher is a really important part of the classroom and also in the student's life.
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The most common role of a teacher in class is to teach some knowledge to their students.
Teacher as a Parent
The Japanese culture views the school as a basic training ground.
The teacher needs to be able to read their students.
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How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
How to teach English in europe - Top Tips to find Jobs!
04/23/2021
hello hello hi linda here from itt for another weekly
live session on facebook and youtube at the same time as always if uh you've watched one
of my lives before thanks so much for tuning in again and if this is your first time watching
hello and welcome thanks so much for being here today and um yeah if you are listening to this
as a podcast episode thanks so much for downloading the podcast means a lot to us we always turn our live sessions into
podcast episodes and you can find them on spotify google podcasts
uh itunes all those podcast places out there and um yeah welcome welcome today's
topic is teaching english in europe
so two weeks ago i talked about teaching english in asia and i focused on seven different... [Read more]
“Be Interested, not Interesting”: How to Decrease Teacher Talking Time - TEFL Blog
Tue, 30 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
“Be Interested, not Interesting”: How to Decrease Teacher Talking Time
Let's remember the latest class you've had. What were you doing? Were you explaining a new rule? Were you answering your students' questions? Were you telling a story from your life? Weren't you talking too much? Let's discuss how to decrease teacher speaking time (TST) and increase student speaking time (SST).
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Communicative approach
The first thing I would like to talk about is structuring your work at the lesson.
Another thing I'd like to discuss is silence or pauses at the lesson.
The last but not the least thing I want to mention it's self-answering and the situation when the teacher starts speculating instead of his students.
Do you... [Read more]
How to teach English in Europe? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to teach English in Europe?
Across Europe there are several countries that attract a large number of EFL teachers every year. Some make it hard for foreign teachers to work legally, while others are much more open. By doing a bit of simple research you should be able to find the countries that offer the best prospects for your personal circumstances.
How do I find a job teaching English in Spain?
Spain has long been one of the top destinations in Europe for teaching English abroad. Thousands of teachers from all over the world head to Spain every year, drawn by the promise of a relaxed lifestyle, a beautiful coastline dotted with sandy beaches, and the opportunity to learn Spanish while living in a modern, international city such as Madrid or Barcelona. If you are serious about... [Read more]
Should I take a TEFL course bundle? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Should I take a TEFL course bundle?
If you are thinking about teaching English in the short term, during a gap year break or just for a brief change of scenery, then a single 120-hour TEFL certification course will probably be enough to get you where you want to be. However, if your teaching plans are more long term or you simply want the best possible start to life in an EFL classroom, then you might want to consider taking advantage of a TEFL course bundle. At ITTT we offer a range of course packages that provide a thorough and in-depth introduction to the English language teaching world, as well as providing the very best value for money currently available on the market.
170-hour TEFL course with Online Specialization
This two course package is a great choice if you are particularly... [Read more]
Should a TEFL certification be Mandatory for Teachers? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 27 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information
Should a TEFL Certification be Mandatory for Teachers?
The importance of a course such as a TEFL is easy to overlook when you consider the multitude of teaching jobs that are available around the globe that require no teacher training whatsoever. In many countries, the only requirements are that you have some form of degree and are a native speaker. For those looking to travel whilst earning some money, these countries can provide a good balance of income and culture, as well as easy access to other countries in the area. However, whilst this is beneficial to the 'tourist teacher', it can often lead to substandard teaching methods. For an example of this, I need not look any further than myself.
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The Whys of the Inconveniences between an English Detective and a Turkish Dedektif - TEFL Blog
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Whys of the Inconveniences between an English Detective and a Turkish Dedektif
Learning languages is for most of us, not an easy undertaking, mostly because it requires building new frameworks in our brains and lots of practice. Learning English as a second language is not an exception. By now, it's already well-known the importance of speaking English in a globalized world, and so even governments are making an effort to include it in their education plans. As an example, English is taught in both private and public schools throughout Turkey, but despite all these efforts and adjustments, not a lot of Turkish people can speak English beyond basic sentences and isolated words... so, what's happening?
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10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience
11/30/2022
Hello, everyone. Linda here from ITTT. Welcome to another live session this week. Thank you for joining and taking time out of your day to spend it with me. I'm very happy about that. Today, we have a very exciting topic. We are going to talk about teaching off the beaten path. 10 alternative TEFL destinations. I'm very excited always when I do live sessions about destinations. It's like a little bit of a virtual tour around the world. I really enjoy these types of live sessions. I thought we haven't had one of those in a while, so why not bring that on today. We are live on Facebook and YouTube. If you're watching this for the first time, very welcome. Welcome to join us. Maybe get a beverage, get... [Read more]
How To Teach English In Europe Top Tips To Find Jobs! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs!
Hello, Linda here from ITTT for another weekly live session on Facebook and YouTube at the same time as always. If you've watched one of my sessions before thanks so much for tuning in again and if this is your first time watching, hello and welcome. If you are listening to this as a podcast episode, thanks so much for downloading the podcast, it means a lot to us as we always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on Spotify, Google Podcasts, itunes, all those podcast places out there.
Today's topic is teaching English in Europe. So two weeks ago I talked about teaching English in Asia and I focused on seven of the most popular countries in Asia and today we're going to do the same thing for... [Read more]
How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs! - TEFL Blog
Wed, 19 May 2021 Federico Riva
Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information
How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs!
Hello, Linda here from ITTT for another weekly live session on Facebook and YouTube at the same time as always. If you've watched one of my sessions before thanks so much for tuning in again and if this is your first time watching, hello and welcome. If you are listening to this as a podcast episode, thanks so much for downloading the podcast, it means a lot to us as we always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on Spotify, Google Podcasts, itunes, all those podcast places out there.
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Watch the live session here
I already have a question from Caroline. I also taught English in China, where were you... [Read more]
The Place of English in the Globalized Environment - TEFL Blog
Tue, 23 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Place of English in the Globalized Environment
About the question of why has English become or is perceived to be the current global language, it is important first of all to take a step back and look at some context.
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Old Global Languages
TEFL
The History
English and Entertainment
Travel
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Old Global Languages
As a schoolboy up to O level, I learned Latin for fourteen years. Although generally speaking, if one wishes to pursue a career in medicine or botany, for example, a... [Read more]
Top TEFL Countries That Hire Teachers in Advance - TEFL Blog
Mon, 21 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Destinations TEFL Information
Top TEFL Countries That Hire Teachers in Advance
While a lot of teaching positions are filled locally through face-to-face interviews, there are many countries that prefer to recruit new teachers in advance before they leave home. The application process usually takes place online via email and interviews are held via phone or Skype. A lot of teachers prefer this method as it offers a bit more security than simply heading abroad to find a job.
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Benefits of Getting Hired in Advance
Countries in Asia That Hire English Teachers in Advance
Countries in the Middle East That Hire English Teachers in Advance
Countries in Europe That Hire English Teachers in Advance
Countries in Latin America That Hire English... [Read more]
Alumni TEFL Chat with Maddy & Georgia - Two Aussie Sisters Teaching English in Japan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Alumni TEFL Chat with Maddy & Georgia - Two Aussie Sisters Teaching English in Japan
07/08/2021
all right hi hey everyone hi as you can see it's not only me this
week welcome to our live stream we have guests today i'm super happy about it hi maddie hi
georgia hello hey so yeah back here another for another week and
i'm live on a different day i usually go live on fridays so today is very special
and also because we have guests so i'm super happy about that
and yeah if you are watching if you can see us if you can hear us please just leave a high in the comments that would
be really cool and where you're watching from i'm always really curious about where people are watching from
and um yeah i'm in south korea my name is linda from itt if you don't know me and i'm yeah
about an hour... [Read more]
The Peak Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Peak Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad
02/20/2023
hello welcome Linda here from ITT back
this week with another live session welcome welcome today we're going to talk about the top hiring seasons for
teaching English abroad so we're going to cover different regions Europe Asia
Latin America Central America um and different countries specifically
in these regions and the top hiring seasons for each of those countries so
you know exactly when to apply for the job for an English teaching job in the
country that you want to teach in so um a couple weeks ago we talked about
um tefl interviews and how to find jobs Etc so now this is kind of part of this
series and just to yeah give you an overview of the top hiring season so
that you know exactly when you should be applying for... [Read more]
EFL & ESL JOBS - The Best Recruiters chosen by ITTT
EFL & ESL JOBS - The Best Recruiters chosen by ITTT
How to Land the Perfect Job and Change your Life Forever
Here, you will find everything you need to know about TEFL recruitment companies for teaching English abroad, including a list of our trusted recruiters with whom we have worked for several years.
If you are a TEFL recruiter and would like to work with us, please contact us via email ([email protected]).
The Advantages of Using a TEFL Recruitment Company
Choosing a TEFL recruitment company for finding a teaching job is a popular option for many teachers. Recruiters specialized in the EFL market overseas have the professional know-how and network to connect teachers with suitable schools and companies. On top of that, recruiters know the local job market in their specialized... [Read more]
Where can I teach English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Where can I teach English abroad?
Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However, before you book your plane tickets you need to be aware that the requirements for foreign teachers vary greatly from one country to the next and these may limit your options. You should do plenty of research on whether any of the following issues apply to your chosen destination.
In some cases, language schools are restricted to only hiring teachers who hold citizenship of a native English speaking country. These are... [Read more]
Q&A with a Non-Native ESL Teacher: "I can't find a job! What to do?" - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Q&A with a Non-Native ESL Teacher: "I can't find a job! What to do?"
07/22/2021
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... [Read more]
Top Teacher Development Strategies For Non Native Speakers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Top Teacher Development Strategies for Non-Native Speakers
Hello everybody, it's Liza here, I'm glad to see you joining me today. If you guys can hear and see me clearly please let me know via the chat box. Today we are going to discuss some problems related to teacher development. While I am waiting for more people to join, just quickly let me introduce myself. So I am a non-native ESL teacher and a TEFL expert. I go live every week on Tuesday and this live stream is provided by International TEFL and TESOL Training.
Thanks a lot for letting me know that my system is working. I'm glad you are tuning in and by the way please let me know where you guys are from. I'm located in Russia, but I taught in China for a couple of years and then I went to Thailand and finally I came back to... [Read more]
Teacher Development Strategies for Non-Native Speakers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teacher Development Strategies for Non-Native Speakers
05/11/2021
hello everybody uh so it's liza here um i'm glad
to see you joining me today uh if you guys hear and see me clearly
please let me know via the chat box and today we are going to discuss a problem
related to teacher development so while i am waiting for more people to
join me please let me know that you hear me and see me clearly okay and um
just quickly um let me introduce myself so um i am a non-native esl teacher
and an itt tefl expert uh so i go live uh every week on tuesday
uh and uh this live stream is provided by itttt international tefl and tesol
training hello everybody yeah thanks a lot for
uh letting me know that my system is working that my equipment is okay um i'm glad you
are tuning in and by the way please... [Read more]
Top Teacher Development Strategies for Non-Native Speakers - TEFL Blog
Wed, 26 May 2021 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Top Teacher Development Strategies for Non-Native Speakers
Hello everybody, it's Liza here, I'm glad to see you joining me today. If you guys can hear and see me clearly please let me know via the chat box. Today we are going to discuss some problems related to teacher development. While I am waiting for more people to join, just quickly let me introduce myself. So I am a non-native ESL teacher and a TEFL expert. I go live every week on Tuesday and this live stream is provided by International TEFL and TESOL Training.
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So the question is, if you obtain your TEFL certification can you start teaching online as well?
Are you ready to teach English abroad or online?
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Where can I teach English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Where can I teach English abroad?
Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However, before you book your plane tickets you need to be aware that the requirements for foreign teachers vary greatly from one country to the next and these may limit your options. You should do plenty of research on whether any of the following issues apply to your chosen destination.
In some cases, language schools are restricted to only hiring teachers who hold citizenship of a native English speaking country. These are... [Read more]
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL - TEFL Blog
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL
In this blog post, we will look at 8 of the most widely held misconceptions regarding the teaching of ESL worldwide.
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Misconception #1: It's really hard to find a job
Misconception #1: You need a degree to teach English abroad.
Misconception #3: Teaching English abroad doesn't pay well
Misconception #4: You need to speak another language to teach ESL abroad
Misconception #5: You have to teach kids
Misconception #6: Teaching ESL is only a job for young people
Misconception #7: You don't need a TEFL qualification, if you're a native English speaker
Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language?
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