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The Art of Teaching Younger EFL Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I have 3 years of experience in teaching English in a few kindergartens in Beijing, China and some experience in teaching adults in a training center.
Differences Between Teaching Children and Adults
Principles in Teaching Kids
Learning Atmosphere
Teacher's Responsibilities
My Personal Experience
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When I started in kindergarten, it was very difficult because I didn't have enough information about how to make a proper lesson plan. I didn't have enough materials, games, songs, and it took me a lot of time to collect all the necessary information for teaching and creating my teaching plan. Without experience, it wasn't easy for me to build a good rapport between me and my... [Read more]
English as a Foreign Language in Kindergarten - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Learning English as a foreign language in preschools have become an increasing trend in many different countries across the world. Parents are willing to invest money for the kids to start learning English at a tender age as their ability to grasp the language will be easier.
Is it necessary for children?
Fun activities
Teaching vocabulary
Consider short attention spans
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Diana N.
There are various ways of transferring knowledge based on fun EFL activities. Various techniques and numerous tools are the main methods of imparting knowledge the children. It has been scientifically proven that children at the ages of... [Read more]
TEFL UK - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in UK
Summer Program ESL Teacher / Activity Leader in the UK
Writer: Kings Young Learners | Email: [email protected]
Join our team as an ESL Teacher/Activity Leader at one of our summer centers in the UK and the US!Role DescriptionThe main role of the Teacher is to provide ESL instruction to our international students. It may be that there is a double shift system where half the students have lessons in the morning and the other half in the afternoon so there are a few different teacher contract options.30 contact teaching hours per week: teachers will have 30 contact hours of teaching and will spend a 6th non-teaching day either going to the airport to assist with meet and greet/departure of students; being on site to help with arrivals and departures or general office duties; or... [Read more]
A Day in the Life of an ALT on the JET (Japan Exchange and Teaching) Programme - TEFL Blog
Georgia Payne
Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
The unofficial motto of the JET Programme is 'every situation is different (ESID).' This is completely true, and every JET's day looks different depending on whether they work in a public or private school, whether they have co-JETs or are solo, their teaching partner's style, and the school's schedule. I teach in a private junior and senior high school in central Tokyo, where students are aged 12-18. The following is my own experience, but every ALT's (assistant language teacher) experience on the JET Programme is vastly different.
Wake up, get ready for school and commute to school 6:30 - 7:50
Home room: 8:10 - 8:30
Periods 1-4
Lunch time 12:30 - 13:10
Periods 5-7
After school 16:00 - 16:30
Saturdays
Are you ready to teach... [Read more]
3 Amazing Hidden-Gem Travel Destinations in Japan - TEFL Blog
Lydia Pincott
Destinations Alumni Experiences
"But...why are you here?" It's a phrase often uttered by Japanese, confused about what your reason could be for straying from the usual temples of Kyoto, shops of Shinjuku, and street-food of Osaka.
Itoshima Peninsula, Fukuoka
Sado Island, Niigata
Kurashiki, Okayama
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The beaten path in Japan is pretty great and worth exploring thoroughly, but if you've done it, or feel like you've done it from seeing other people's pictures, these 3 destinations are for you.
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My Unforgettable Experience Teaching Kindergarten in the Middle East - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences
Teaching English to non-English speaking students can be a big and challenging task. You need to be full of patience, understanding and passion if you decide to enter this vocation. I worked for ten years as a kindergarten teacher in the Middle East and at times it seemed like I was in a "jungle survival" competition.
My first day in the 'Jungle'
My second day in the 'Jungle'
Major breakthrough!
Embracing the local culture
All my hard work paid off
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alona J.
I was really in shock when I entered into the classroom on my first day as I had students with zero-English and it was really hard to understand them all. There... [Read more]
Teaching a Large Class: My Challenging Experience - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Back in 2014, I worked at a nursery school here in South Africa. I was the English teacher for the three to four-year-olds at this school. There were 32 students in my class. My class was so small that during nap time two students had to sleep on one mattress. There was no space to leave the class once the children had fallen asleep. I had to make sure that all my belongings were out of the class once the students came in for their naptime or I had to leave whatever was forgotten behind once I was one my way to my next job. In unit 3 on page 21, they talk about the whole class grouping pros and cons and that is really explained well where they say "class grouping is suitable for activities where the teacher needs to be in control" or "have the... [Read more]
TEFL England - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Opportunities In England For Tefl Qualified Teachers
Date posted:2018-04-02 | Writer: Kings Summer | Email: [email protected]
Kings Summer is a thriving division of Kings Education providing an excellent choice of 4 summer residential locations for junior students in the UK. We are now recruiting enthusiastic professional EFL teachers for our various locations in the UK for work starting in late June/Early July.
The role of the teacher at Kings Summer is to provide a positive EFL instruction to our international students. Some of our schools operate a zigzag system where half the students have lesson in the morning and the other half in the afternoon over 5 days. In this scenario teachers are required to teach 30 hours per week and also work on a full day excursion or an airport transfer. In centres with morning only teaching, teachers... [Read more]
TEFL China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Elementary English Teacher
Date posted:2024-04-17 | Writer: Nord Anglia Education | Email: [email protected]
We’re looking to recruit an Elementary English Teacher to join our Dalian Huamei Bilingual School, a Nord Anglia Education school.
THE SCHOOL
Established in 2010, Dalian Huamei School provides bilingual education in grades 1 to 12 for full-time Chinese students.Based on the Chinese curriculum requirements, the courses incorporate elements of an international program, such as American English and the sciences. Lessons are given in Chinese and English, creating an immersive learning environment. We also provide Grade 3 to Grade 12 students with opportunities to develop the ability to live independently.Guided by our School Wide Learner Outcomes, we aim to help students develop academic... [Read more]
TEFL England - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in England
Key Stage 2 Teacher - England
Writer: Windlesham House School | Email: [email protected]
We are looking to appoint an outstanding, inspirational and talented Key Stage 2 teacher to join our thriving school set in the beautiful South Downs. The successful candidate will teach a varied timetable of general subjects and will be expected to play a part in the wider areas of school life.Tasks and duties Teaching and learning • Carry out teaching duties as required and in accordance with the school’s schemes of work and National Curriculum guidelines • Liaise with colleagues to deliver units of work in a collaborative way • Work with Teaching Assistants, class teachers, phase leaders and the Learning Enrichment Department (LED) • Teach according to the... [Read more]
Motivating Students in Different Learning Environments - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The simple answer yes it is very important because a motivated student will often learn more quickly. There are many factors to consider when dealing with students and motivation. Such as class size, age ranges, reasons for being there, etc.
Motivation in the classroom
1. Age group eight to twelve
2. Teenage to thirty
3. Forty to fifty +
Motivation in the swimming pool.
Open water
1. Eleven to twelve
2. Teenage to thirty
3. Forty to fifty+
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When we talk about learning I do not think the subject we are teaching makes any difference but the motivation keeps the same importance for you and student.
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How to Teach Reading to Young ESL Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
As a part of receptive skills, reading is so important that children start to read both English and Chinese books at the very beginning of their lives. Reading is a beneficial way to learn English well, especially for young learners. They can accumulate more and more vocabulary as well as the way native speakers communicate with each other by reading various kinds of books. As we all know reading a good book just like talking with a great author.
Personal Teaching Experience
Reading Techniques
Parents' Help
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Xiangnan G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
Here I... [Read more]
TEFL UK - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Homestay Efl Teachers Needed In The Uk
Date posted:2020-08-03 | Writer: Anglophiles Academic | Email: [email protected]
Anglophiles Academic are looking for EFL Teachers to work in our Homestay Centres in Kings Lynn, Milton Keynes, Peterborough, Nottingham, Plymouth, or Mallow in Ireland. Due to the current situation, tutors must be a resident or live within commutable distance to the Homestay town, as accommodation is not provided. We have two type of posts available, they are:-Post 1: Full-time Tutor: 15 hours or 30 hours (dependent on excursions) a week and supervising afternoon activities from Monday to Friday.Post 2: Part-time Tutor: You will teach 15 hours a week from Monday to Friday in the mornings only.Travel expenses for your daily commute (to and from Centre) are not covered.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:To teach, usually... [Read more]
CELTA & Trinity Courses - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Work and Live Abroad! ITTT
ITTT offers four-week in-class CELTA and Trinity College CertTESOL courses conducted by independent organisations at a number of locations. The course contents are outlined below.
The length of the course is 120 contact hours (6 hours a day over 20 days for the full time CELTA). In order to be eligible for the award of a certificate, candidates are required to:
The course covers the following areas:
An integral part of the course, OTP is undertaken in small groups of English language learners. A total of 6 hours’ assessed teaching practice is the requirement over the course which may be divided into a number of lessons lasting 40, 45 or 60 minutes. Feedback sessions, led by the course trainer who has been observing you, follow each OTP session and are also a key component of the... [Read more]
The 4 Easy Things That Will Help You to Build Great Relationships With Any Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Establishing rapport in the classroom is essential if you are going to have a successful class. In this paper, I will examine some of my classroom experience and compare my successful classes to my less-successful classes. In doing so, I hope to make an observation about "best practices" that I can implement in my English teaching. Along with using my own experience, I will be talking with other teachers that I know and using the provided text that I have been given for this course. The three areas I will focus on are: Beginning the course, student participation, and being positive.Beginning the Course.
1. Determine the course in the beginning
2. Let students know about themselves
3. Do not supply everything yourself
4. Be positive in everything you... [Read more]
TEFL USA - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Esl Teacher Homestay Provider In Honolulu
Date posted:2024-03-22 | Writer: ECHS Teachers Homestay | Email: [email protected]
ECHS Teachers Homestay is actively seeking new teachers/host families living in the greater Honolulu area.
This is a fun program where students accelerate their learning process by living and studying in their English teachers home. Most students stay from 1-4 weeks. Students are all ages arriving from Europe or Asia. We are looking for a host/teacher that can provide the following:
15 hours private English instruction per week.
3 outings/activities per week with students.
Private bedroom.
Meals.Requirements:
All certified teachers are encouraged to apply.
TEFL/TESOL Certification is a bonus.
An extensive ESL teaching history, with a college degree in... [Read more]
TEFL Middle East - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Esp Eap Teacher At Saudi University
Date posted:2024-03-10 | Writer: Prince Sultan University | Email: [email protected]
Details of Position
Institution: University
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Subjects: Academic English, English for Specific Purposes
Students: Adults (ages 18 to 30+)
Duration: One academic year (renewable)
Working hours: eight (8) working hours (from 7 AM to 3 PM, or 8 AM to 4PM), Sunday to Thursday
Holidays: Paid annual leave of thirty (30) days for every year of continued service plus full-paid leave on National Day, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha
Salary: 17,000 20,000 SAR per month depending on qualifications and experience. This includes an accommodation allowance.
Other benefits: Medical insurance, annual flight allowance, end of service bonus
Probationary period: 90 days
Qualifications... [Read more]
What TEFL course should I do? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When deciding on a TEFL course, it is essential to consider current trends and circumstances. Over the past decade, online TEFL qualifications have surged in popularity, a shift further propelled by the COVID-19 pandemic and related travel constraints. Despite this digital tilt, many educators still value on-site TEFL training. Hybrid courses, which merge the convenience of online learning with hands-on in-class experience, offer another balanced approach for those seeking comprehensive preparation.
Online TEFL training
Onsite TEFL training
Combined TEFL courses
Online TEFL course bundles
Higher qualifications
Diploma in TESOL
The most commonly taken ESL teaching course is a 120-hour online TEFL certification course. Originally taught across 4 weeks in a classroom, the course content has... [Read more]
What is a TEFL qualification equivalent to? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
A TEFL Level 5 qualification holds an equivalent stature to the well-known CELTA or a Foundation Degree. Understanding TEFL certification levels is important when selecting a course. With levels ranging from TEFL Level 4 to Level 6, you need to know which aligns with your teaching aspirations and can enhance your prospects for sought-after teaching positions.
What is the difference between TEFL level 4, TEFL level 5, and TEFL level 6?
What are the distinctions between the various levels of TEFL certification?
TEFL courses with no level
TEFL level 3 courses
TEFL level 4 and level 5 courses
TEFL level 6 courses
To begin, keep in mind that TEFL levels are based on the UK qualifications framework. This includes levels 0 through to 8. Check out the graphic below to get a better understanding... [Read more]
How to Create Comfortable Relationships in the Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The idea behind writing this essay is to highlight the importance of a teacher's rapport among the students. Rapport forms the basis of meaningful, close and harmonious relationships between teacher and the students. Connection senses that you get when you meet them. It is the bond that forms when you discover that you share one another's values and priorities.
Student-Teacher Relationships
Personal experience
Strategies to make a good rapport among the students
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Syed M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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TEFL UK - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl Teachers Uk Summer Camp
Date posted:2023-03-14 | Writer: XUK Camps | Email: [email protected]
Summer Camp TEFL Teacher - have the summer of a lifetime at XUK Camps. Residential activity summer camps for kids based in the UK. • Be free from 6th July – 14th August (must be available for at least first 2 weeks)• Accommodation and 3 meals a day provided• Plan, resource and deliver fun & exciting English lessons to international campers• Undertake daily ‘duty’• Take the children on trips and lots more!• Complete other admin tasks during the weekSalary and benefitsCompetitive pay at £520 per weekRequirementsThe perfect holiday job for qualified TEFL/CELTA/DELTA teachers, English Secondary School Teachers, University Students with a TEFL.To apply, fill in the online application form at:... [Read more]
TEFL Corinth - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Greece ▷ ITTT course
The ancient city of Corinth is a significant historical area with many important archaeological sites and, after Athens, is the most frequently visited part of the Greek mainland. Visiting the Peloponnese region provides a wonderful opportunity to experience traditional Greek culture and to explore the rich history of the ancient Greek civilisation. Corinth is located only 50 miles from Athens and is surrounded by small coastal towns and beautiful countryside making it an ideal choice for your TEFL training course.
Modern Corinth has all the amenities you could want for an enjoyable stay with us. You will find many charming restaurants, cafes and bars, several beaches and all the services you may need such as banks, shops, travel agencies and public transportation to Athens and other... [Read more]
TEFL Cusco - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Peru ▷ ITTT course
Join our TEFL course in Peru and experience life at the nexus of prehistory and modern culture. Cusco is undoubtedly one of the best locations to take your TEFL course in South America. As if that isn't enough, once your course is finished, we will provide you with lifetime assistance finding employment. Teaching English in Peru is a great experience and our TEFL course in Cusco has proved to be increasingly popular.
Considered the gateway to Machu Picchu, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, Cusco is a wonderful city to visit and explore. Though many people think of it as a small village, Cusco is actually a bustling city of 400,000 people. There is a plethora of museums, markets, cultural and historical sites within the city limits that are easily accessible and visited.... [Read more]
My Experience in Child Development - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
I have experience in Childhood development. I've taught over twenty plus years. My experience ranges from infants to school-age children. I have always taught three-year-olds and up. For almost two years, I have had the pleasure of working with children that are 18 months to 24 months old. I am the Lead teacher for our Toddler program.
Growing Expertise
Every Child is Unique
Early Childhood Education
Specific Techniques
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Judy N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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TEFL Indonesia - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ English Instructor Wanted In Indonesia
Date posted:2023-07-20 | Writer: Odysee Education | Email: [email protected]
Teach English as a second language in national plus schools in Jakarta; grades can range from elementary to senior high school.Established in 2013, Odysee Education has more than 10.000 students spread in schools all over Indonesia, making it one of the top English program providers in the nation.As the saying goes “The youths are the future of our nation,” therefore it is of the utmost importance that the right education is provided. Hence, we have established a reputation for recruiting the best teachers, and pride ourselves in building a network of veteran educators and reputable education institutions across Indonesia.Why Indonesia?Live your day in a sunny and warm climate all year round, less hustle... [Read more]
TEFL Lithuania - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Position Teaching English In Lithuania
Date posted:2019-11-28 | Writer: LCC International University | Email: [email protected]
LCC International University is a nationally and internationally recognized liberal arts institution in the city of KlaipÄ—da, Lithuania. LCC is a truly international community that brings together faculty, staff and students from more than 40 countries. We have opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers who are available for our Summer Language Institute in June and July of 2020.
SUMMER LANGUAGE INSTITUTE DATES 2020:
June 29 – Staff arrivals
June 30-July 3 – Staff orientation and preparation
July 4 – Student registration, testing, and check-in
July 6 – Classes begin
July 24 – Classes end; students move out of residence halls
July 26 – Staff departures
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How Will Brexit Affect TEFL Teachers? - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Visa and Legal
In June 2016 the UK voted to leave the European Union and the "British exit" has since be referred to as "Brexit". Three years later there is still a lot of uncertainty surrounding possible repercussions, whether they end up positive or negative because the process is far from complete, detailed agreements are not finalized, and Brexit may even end up being canceled – even if only temporarily. People working in Europe as EFL teachers outside of their own country may feel unsure about their future, and those who are intending to work in European countries will be finding it difficult to plan, but what are the various outcomes that could occur over the next few months and years?
Teachers From Europe Working in the UK
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TEFL Australia - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in Australia
Academic English Teachers - Casual
Writer: Navitas | Email: [email protected]
Our Academic English Program (AEP) is a 10-week ELICOS course to prepare students for the foundation program. We are looking for ELICOS Teachers interested in casual work, to deliver modules to students.The person we seek will ideally have the following:CELTA or officially recognised equivalent.ELICOS teaching experience.Availability 5 days a week.Valid working with children check.Be punctual and reliable.Excellent communication skills with a wide audience.Work independently and collaboratively as an effective team member.Ability to perform under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.What we can offer you:Pay above the award standardPotential for future work with the program depending on... [Read more]
How many hours do EFL teachers teach? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Before we look at this question closely, we should first make an important distinction. The number of hours you teach in the classroom (often called contact hours) are not the same as the number of hours you will be expected to be in school, often confusingly called contract hours.
Next, it is important to appreciate that different teaching jobs have different typical hours. There are basically three types of jobs available.
Government and Private Schools
Corporate Teaching
Private Language Schools
Some Cultural Aspects
Most schools abroad work normal office hours so you will probably need to be in school, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. (in many Asian countries) until 4:00 p.m. This equates to around 40 hours per week. You will not have to teach for all of those hours but a typical... [Read more]
TEFL Manuel Antonio - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Costa Rica ▷ ITTT course
Join our TEFL course in Costa Rica and experience one of the most stunningly beautiful locations anywhere in the world. Lush jungles, turquoise waters, small bays and some of the best beaches in the world, Manuel Antonio is quite simply incredible and undoubtedly one of the best locations to take your TEFL course in Central America. As if that isn’t enough, once your course is finished, we will provide you with lifetime assistance finding employment. Teaching English in Costa Rica is a great experience and our TEFL course in Manuel Antonio has proved to be increasingly popular. Costa Rica is an amazing place to visit, live and work thus its popularity for TEFL courses comes as no surprise.
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