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Where is it easiest to teach English? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
As the demand for English skills rises globally, certain destinations stand out for their ease of transitioning for TEFL teachers. Based on factors such as job availability, straightforward visa processes, favorable income-to-cost of living ratios, and local hospitality, countries in various regions emerge as top picks. Notably, South Korea leads the pack, with other countries such as Colombia, Germany, Morocco, and the UAE, all scoring highly.
South Korea
Germany
Colombia
Morocco
The United Arab Emirates
South Korea is a favorite destination for TEFL certified teachers, primarily due to the myriad of job opportunities and competitive salaries. The typical teacher's wage ranges between $2000 and $2500 per month, and the cost of living is affordable. Additional perks often included in your... [Read more]
Synonym and Antonym ESL Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Synonyms and antonyms worksheet for first grade and second grade. Students find a synonym and an antonym for each word.
Practice synonyms and antonyms of common adjectives with this ESL worksheet.
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The Complete Guide To Teaching English To Groups - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
Teachers who walk into a new classroom are never sure what type of students will be there. Many times, they will get a class that has a mixed ability. Some of the students may have a stronger grasp of the English language than others. An experienced teacher would know what to do. But what about an inexperienced teacher? This post will describe some of the steps and strategies that would assist them.
"The teacher needs to arrive early to assess the environment of the classroom."
Start with a game!
Hold pre-assessments
Identify your students
Mix stronger students with weaker students
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate James O.
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TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Grade School Teacher
Date posted:2024-04-21 | Writer: Anuban Nakhon Si Thammarat | Email: [email protected]
Anuban Nakhon Si Thammarat “Na Nakhon Utit” School is looking for fun, vibrant and enthusiastic teachers to join their English Programme for the new school term beginning in May 2024. There is currently a need for a teacher who will be involved in teaching English, Maths, and Science amongst other subjects to grade 1/2 and grade 5/6 level students in class sizes of up to 30 students.
Applicants must be native English speakers and hold a 4-year degree in any field. Teaching experience is not required; however, proof of previous experience working with children is necessary. A TEFL/TESOL certificate is preferred.
The successful applicant would be responsible for planning and teaching up... [Read more]
TEFL Asia General - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Upper Elementary School Grade Level Leader
Date posted:2024-04-08 | Writer: CIA FIRST International School Cambodia | Email: [email protected]
CIA FIRST International School is a leading educational institution in Cambodia, providing quality education to students from diverse backgrounds. We offer an American curriculum that prepares our students for success in the global community. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Upper Elementary School Grade Level Leader to join our team of dedicated educators.
Position Overview:
As an Upper Elementary School Grade Level Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the academic progress of students in grades 3-5. You will work closely with teachers to ensure that all students receive high-quality instruction and support their social-emotional development.
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TEFL USA - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Pre K To 12th Grade English Teachers
Date posted:2024-03-14 | Writer: Al Falah Academy | Email: [email protected]
2024-2025 Employment Opportunities
Al Falah Academy is a private Islamic full-time school, serving students since 2010, in grades Pre-K to 12th grades. We have over 500 students enrolled currently, and are settled into our new campus in Norcross, GA. We are expanding our high school, as well as inviting candidates for open positions at all levels including Administration. We are seeking professional, dedicated staff members for a long-term commitment.
SCHOOL FEATURES:
- New campus near I-85 for easy access. National and state accreditation
- Qualified and dedicated staff that collaborate as a team
- Benefits: health, workers' comp, tuition discount, professional... [Read more]
TEFL Vietnam - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Homeroom Teacher Kg Grade 5 ann. 2
Date posted:2024-04-03 | Writer: International School Saigon Pearl | Email: [email protected]
The position of the Elementary Teacher (KG - Gr5) is to build and maintain a successful Elementary Education program within the school, by providing an education conducive to learning, which supports our approaches to learning and school vision and direction.
The role of Home Room Teacher is instrumental in contributing to the overall success of the school from the teaching and learning, supporting a proactive positive culture to collaborating with colleagues. The right candidate will find this position to be professionally fulfilling and rewarding.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
Teaching qualification (TEFL/TESOL preferred)
3 years of teaching experience
Available to start in July
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Is it easier to teach English to children or adults? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Deciding whether it is easier to teach English to children or adults is subjective. Children are naturally curious, but their attention spans can be short, necessitating dynamic and engaging methods. Adults, on the other hand, often learn with a clear purpose and are self-motivated, yet they might require a deeper understanding of technical aspects like grammar. Both age groups present distinct challenges and benefits, and the ease of teaching hinges on the educator's adaptability to each group's unique needs and learning styles.
Motivation and classroom management
Lesson content
Games and activities
Student expectations
Getting students to talk in English
Teacher/student relationships
When engaging with young learners, it is essential to keep them intrigued and motivated, regardless of... [Read more]
TEFL Japan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Additional Educational Needs Coordinator Sen Eal For Preschool Grade 12 ann. 2
Date posted:2024-04-01 | Writer: Saint Maur International School | Email: [email protected]
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Special Education Needs/Learning Support Teacher (SEN) who also has expertise in teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL). The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring that tailored available support is provided as appropriate to students and seeing that adequate guidance is given to the student, family, and teachers through our SEN services and our EAL support. The position entails preparing and managing Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) for students and reports showing progress and maturity, ongoing goal setting, areas of need, self-advocacy, and to the degree possible, self-reliance.
The Coordinator should have... [Read more]
TEFL Indonesia - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ English Teacher Secondary Level Grade 7 12 ann. 2
Date posted:2024-04-12 | Writer: Bina Bangsa School | Email: [email protected]
English Teacher (Secondary Level - Grade 7-12) - IGCSE & A Level Curriculum
Bina Bangsa School, a prestigious International K-12 institution following the esteemed Cambridge curriculum, is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified candidate for the position of English Teacher at the Secondary level (Grade 7-12).
Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective English lessons in accordance with the IGCSE & A Level Curriculum.
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages students' language proficiency, critical thinking, and creativity.
Incorporate innovative teaching methodologies to enhance students' language skills and literary appreciation.
Assess and... [Read more]
TEFL Other Europe - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ English Teacher Grades 1 4 In Tirana Albania ann. 2
Date posted:2024-03-18 | Writer: Albanian International School | Email: [email protected]
Albanian International School is an international school located in Tirana, the capital city of Albania. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are flexible and ready for the challenge of both teaching multiple subjects in a classroom setting and committed to helping the school grow by being active in the community.
Albanian International School has been in operation for eleven years and is fully accredited by the Ministry of Education and Sport and by WASC Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Website: http://www.ais-tirana.org/ Instagram: ais.tirana
Minimum Job Requirements:
BA or BS degree from an accredited university
The Original Diploma and a copy of your Grade... [Read more]
Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hello everybody so lisa's here and i'm super glad to um welcome you to today's session i'm excited that um it didn't take long uh after the previous one and by the way if you didn't see uh the previous lifestyle i strongly recommend you to do that because um last week we discussed uh teaching in china and i know that many people are interested in going abroad to teach and to discover new cultures so if you want uh to know a little bit more about it um just feel free to check out the previous life and today we are actually going to talk about a slightly different approach to teaching which is online teaching uh it is also super valuable and uh today's session uh will will take approximately 45 minutes so we'll cover um first we'll cover um some of the teaching modes in online teaching... [Read more]
Teach with no Degree - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English in schools and language centers is an extremely popular way to earn a good living while experiencing life in different parts of the world. In recent years more and more people have also taken advantage of the huge worldwide demand for the English language by teaching English online from within their home country. Whether you would prefer the adventure of teaching overseas or the convenience of working from home, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is a realistic option for anyone who has a good standard of written and spoken English.
If you have already conducted some research regarding teaching English abroad or online you might have come across the suggestion that a full degree is required in order to secure a good quality teaching position. However, this is... [Read more]
Reach To Teach Recruiting - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Reach To Teach is ESL Teacher Placement Agency placing thousands of happy native English teachers into schools around the world. Whether you are looking for a government teaching program or want to work at a private language school, the professional recruiters from Reach To Teach can help you make the right decision and find a suitable teaching position in your desired location!
Reach To Teach places teachers into the following regions.
If you want to teach English in China and immerse yourself in Chinese culture and learn Mandarin Chinese, teaching with Reach To Teach is the perfect opportunity for you. Reach To Teach currently works with many exciting young learner, adult, and online schools for teachers that want to teach in China. Your salary as an English teacher in China will be... [Read more]
How to teach EFL - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language and is to almost all purposes the same as ESL, English as a Second Language. These two are also equivalent to ESOL which means, English to Speakers of Other Languages.
For each of these terms, when we talk about the teaching of them, we add a ?T' to the front of each acronym and hence we arrive at the terms TEFL, TESL and TESOL. As they are basically the same we will refer to just one from here on, TEFL for the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language and EFL for English as a Foreign Language.
TEFL qualifications
Onsite courses
Online courses
Combined courses
Teaching jobs
Almost all TEFL teaching positions require a minimum qualification of a 100 to 120-hour TEFL certification. Courses provided to cover this certification are usually... [Read more]
How to teach English in Asia - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hi everyone hello here's linda again from itt and today we're talking about something really really interesting and exciting teaching english in asia and all you need to know how to get to asia the best countries in asia where to teach with the highest demand and also the best sort of recruiters and teaching job platforms where you can find the best jobs for teaching english in asia and i'm super excited about this topic today um i myself i've been uh pretty much based in asia since 2012 2013-ish and um i spent some time in china and um i also and now i'm actually in south korea and i've been here already for a while so it's gonna be six years soon and um so i'm so excited to share my experience with you guys and hopefully maybe some of you can also share your experience if you have... [Read more]
How to Obtain a Work Visa to Teach English in Mexico - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Visa and Legal Destinations
Mexico is a popular destination for many teachers due to its immense job market and seemingly limitless opportunities for those with a TEFL certification. On top of that, it is possible for most teachers to secure a work visa, making it a very attractive location for those seeking a stable career teaching English abroad. Moreover, Mexico does not require its teachers to possess a four-year degree and non-native English speakers can also secure a good quality position. If you are interested in teaching in an exciting location in Latin America, here's how to obtain a work visa to teach English in Mexico.
Requirements for a Work Visa in Mexico
Visa Application Process for Teaching English in Mexico
Waiting for Your Visa to Get Approved
Getting... [Read more]
Teach English Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English online has become increasingly popular in recent years. One reason for this is the rapid growth in demand for TEFL qualified teachers around the world, particularly in areas where in-class training options are hard to come by. More and more teachers are deciding to go for the online teaching lifestyle as it allows them to set their own working hours and teach from anywhere they choose. Teaching English online provides a great deal of freedom that is perfect for anyone who wants a change from the normal 9-to-5 routine.
Teaching English online is a rapidly expanding area of the TEFL market. It is even suggested that beyond 2020 there may be more people learning English online worldwide than face-to-face in a classroom setting. By choosing one of our popular course packages... [Read more]
Teaching English in South Korea - Should You Teach in the Countryside or City?
Prachi and Morgan from AlienEating
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Teaching. It's frustrating, exhausting, and a whole lot of kid wrangling.
City Teaching
Rural Teaching
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It's also rewarding, eye-opening and will give you more patience than you ever thought possible. I had no idea how much went into this job. One day when I'm in Forbes 30 Under 30, I'm going to personally send a tower of Ferrero Rocher to every teacher in the world. This job is a huge responsibility and it's more difficult than I ever imagined. I urge everyone to dip a toe into the teaching world at least once.
I've taught English in South Korea for two years now in both the open countryside and bustling city. It may not seem like there's too much of a difference, but there are a few things to keep in... [Read more]
Why should I teach EFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) offers multifaceted benefits. Firstly, it presents an opportunity to profoundly impact students' futures, enabling them to elevate their job prospects and support their families. The adventure of teaching overseas attracts many, and with a TEFL qualification, the world becomes your potential workplace. Beyond career opportunities, teaching EFL bolsters students' confidence, paving the way for their academic and professional achievements. Choosing this path means embracing travel, enriching lives, gaining invaluable experiences, and witnessing the transformative power of education firsthand. Ultimately, the fulfillment derived from watching students attain their aspirations creates lasting memories.
Teaching EFL allows you to travel
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What will I have to teach my ESL students? - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
There is a wide variety of TEFL and TESOL courses available worldwide, from online courses to intensive in-class courses. Regardless of the type of certification taken, graduates of these courses will find a huge range of teaching opportunities available to them. Here, we will consider some of the many different teaching situations that you may find yourself in. These range from Kindergarten teaching to teaching English (ESL) courses to university students, and we suggest some of the main roles you will have for each.
Young Learners
Business English
General English (schools and language centers)
English for Specific Purposes
Academic English
Kindergarten
Conclusion
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Teach Travel Abroad Tips - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
If you have already graduated from one of our TEFL certification courses and have yet to decide on where you would like to teach, or you are thinking about signing up for a course and are looking for an insight into the most popular teaching destinations, then the following guides might provide some welcome inspiration.
Below you will find dozens of countries from all corners of the world where there are plenty of good opportunities for teaching EFL. Click on the countries that interest you to access a wide range of travel tips, country facts and other useful information.
South Korea is one of the most popular destinations in the world for teaching English as a foreign language as it offers an exciting culture, beautiful natural scenery and a multitude of EFL jobs with high salaries and... [Read more]
Should I teach English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Whether you are just looking to earn some extra cash during a gap-year or are planning a more serious move into the world of education, teaching English as a foreign language has many benefits. The demand for TEFL qualified teachers is continually growing in many parts of the world and opportunities for making teaching a career are abundant. Also, if you decide that it is time to head back home, there are many directions in which your overseas teaching experience can take you.
Are TEFL teachers in demand in English speaking countries?
Are TEFL teachers in demand in China?
Are TEFL teachers in demand elsewhere in Asia?
Are TEFL teachers in demand in Europe?
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How do you teach English one-to-one? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Before delving into the specifics of conducting one-to-one lessons, we need to be mindful of certain preliminary steps essential for effective lesson planning.
Initially, you must assess your student's English proficiency level. This is usually achieved through a level test. The level test typically begins with a verbal conversation to gauge the general competency level of the student. English proficiency is often categorized on a five-point scale:
A basic level test could involve asking progressively complex questions to pinpoint the level at which the student begins to struggle.
Once the level test is completed, the next step is a needs analysis. This process aims to ascertain why the student is learning English, as needs will vary among learners. Younger students might seek to enhance... [Read more]
How to Teach English Abroad as a Volunteer - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Volunteer English teaching is a very popular option with many people. It can take many forms and can be undertaken in a huge range of countries worldwide. Here we look at a few issues that might help you find the best places to teach English as a volunteer.
1. Where can you volunteer?
2. Where is the best place to go?
3. Why should you teach English as a volunteer?
4. Here are some variations on the volunteering theme.
Are you ready to teach English abroad or online?
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What should I teach English beginners? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When teaching English to absolute beginners, it is pivotal to start with foundational elements. Begin with essential vocabulary - items like family names, household objects, basic adjectives, and common places. Introduce them to subject pronouns, commonly used verbs, and foundational sentence structures. While the challenge is real, many English teachers find this level especially rewarding. Remember, every word they grasp is a significant achievement, so using engaging and interactive methods can make the learning process enjoyable and effective.
How do I start teaching English to total beginners?
How do I teach English pronunciation to total beginners?
How do I quickly build vocabulary for complete beginner students of English?
How do I teach English grammar to complete beginners?
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Why Teach in China ▷ Infographic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English in China is as popular as ever. In 2014, 7.26 million students graduated with Bachelor and Master degrees and the numbers for 2015 are expected to rise. There are over 30,000 organizations or companies offering private English classes, with the Chinese market having nearly doubled in size in the last five years and is now worth around $3.1 billion.
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).
How far exactly will your salary get you in China? Most teachers put away a good amount of their salaries and save them up. You can live quite comfortably when teaching in China.
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Why Teach in Korea ▷ Infographic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Koreans are obsessed with education to enable the best future for their children. No wonder that two thirds of Koreans aged 25-34 hold college degrees with mandatory English classes. English teachers in Korea can expect to make between $1,300 and $3,000 per month.
How far exactly will your salary get you in Korea? Most teachers can put away quite a good portion of their salary - even with a salary of $1,900 per month. You can live quite comfortably when teaching in South Korea.
Most foreigners settle in Seoul, the country’s capital, or Busan, the second largest city in Korea. However, you can find charming cities all across the peninsula. The number of expatriate English teachers hailing from English-speaking nations has increased and stood at more than 22,000 in... [Read more]
What is Grammar and How to Teach it to ESL Students? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Grammar plays a very important role in learning and teaching a foreign language. What is grammar? Crystal describes grammar as "the business of taking a language to pieces, to see how it works" (as cited in Bentsen, 2017).
Definition of Grammar
Explicit Grammar Teaching
Williams believes that meaning-focused instruction
Communicative Approach
Nunan defines communicative language teaching as
Larsen-Freeman's recommended that grammar teaching
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Meral B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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