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10 Female Travel Bloggers You Should Be Following Right Now - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations TEFL Information
Are you planning on quitting the 9-to-5 and embark on an adventure of traveling the world? The following 10 women have done exactly that. Most of them got their TEFL certificate and are teaching English abroad, while others started out teaching and are now full-time travelers. Here are 10 female travel bloggers you should be following!
@curiositytrav
@lindagoeseast
@ginabearsblog
@milesofsmiles
@lifeofbrit
@thatbackpacker
@eternalexpat
@wander.dolls
9 @courtneylikkel
10 @feministglobetrotter
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The Best Countries for Solo Women to Teach English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hi everybody hello and good morning or good evening wherever you are right now i'm in south korea it's 10 a.m friday and so good morning um yeah i'm back here again today my name is linda from itt um if you've been here before hi and if this is your first time watching thanks so much for tuning in and taking the time we really really appreciate it um yeah so if any if at any time during this live session today you have any questions feel free to drop your comments in the comment section from whichever platform you're watching from so we are streaming live on facebook and on youtube at the same time if you can see me if you can hear me just leave a high into the comment box that would be really highly appreciated so that i know that everything is working well and um yeah for so the first... [Read more]
The best countries for Single Women to Teach English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations TEFL Information
Many women around the world are eager to start a new career in teaching English as a foreign language. Whether it's straight after graduating from college, in their mid-20s or 30s or later on in life, women from all backgrounds are intrigued by the thought of living and working in a different country abroad. However, many of them feel reluctant and ask "Is it safe for single women to teach English abroad?"
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Safe Countries for Female Teachers
Teaching English in Asia as a Single Woman
Teaching English in the Middle East as a Single Woman
Teaching English in Europe as a Single Woman
Teaching English in Latin America as a Single Woman
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Life of Brit Travel Blog - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Brittany is a freelance travel writer and avid photographer with a love of coffee, hiking and nature. Originally from Madison, Wisconsin, she worked in marketing for 2.5 years for Fortune 100 clients like Verizon and AT&T. But in 2017, she decided to quit her job, get TEFL certified, and teach English in South Korea.
While in Korea, she fell in love with travel blogging and sharing her TEFL and travel experiences for aspiring EFL teachers on her personal website life of brit. After two years of teaching in Korea, she moved on to teach in Vietnam for a summer, and then to backpack Asia for six months before saying goodbye and heading back to the US.
Today, she’s location independent and continues to freelance write, teach English online, and share helpful teaching guides and... [Read more]
How to stay safe while teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When teaching English abroad, prioritizing safety is essential, especially for solo travelers or those in unfamiliar environments. Here are crucial safety tips for English teachers overseas:
Adopting these measures can help ensure a positive and secure teaching experience abroad.
Choose a safe destination
Research, research, research!
Be careful with valuables
Socialize with new friends
Get health and travel insurance
Final tips
Arguably the most crucial decision you will make involves picking a safe destination. Certain global regions are undeniably safer for expatriates, so choosing wisely from the beginning is key. Many sought-after destinations for TEFL are in Asia, with countries like Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan offering a plethora of job opportunities and deemed safe even for... [Read more]
The 7 Biggest Myths About Teaching Abroad Alone as a Woman - TEFL Blog
Kristin Hoppe
TEFL Information
At 25 years old, I heard Peru calling my name and could no longer ignore it.
1. You'll Be Unsafe
2. You'll Feel Lonely
3. You'll Be Taken Advantage Of
4. You Should Never Go Out at Night
5. You Can Never Drink
6. You'll Have to Pay More for Lodging
7. You'll Regret Not Going with Friends
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Top 10 Places to Take Your TEFL Course in Spring - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
Spring is the perfect time of the year to get out there and explore the world! These are the top 10 places to take your TEFL certification course in the springtime.
1. Tokyo, Japan
2. Rome, Italy
3. Shanghai, China
4. Kathmandu, Nepal
5. Limerick, Ireland
6. Cusco, Peru
7. Florence, Italy
8. Athens, Greece
9. Phuket, Thailand
10. Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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What better place to experience spring than in beautiful Japan? During the spring season, the entire country is painted in pastel pink cherry blossoms and the capital of Tokyo is an especially great place to see them. Take a boat ride on a blossom-lined stream in a traditional Japanese boat or hike up to see... [Read more]
5 Weekend Trips You Have to Take While Teaching Abroad in Tokyo - TEFL Blog
Laura Payne
Destinations
Tokyo is a dream city for many people who aspire to live abroad. It is modern yet traditional, and a vibrant culture of food, fashion, and popular media among other things ensures that it has something for everyone. For all its excitement, however, Tokyo is only one part of Japan as a whole. Each area of the island nation holds a distinct culture of its own, offering a myriad of experiences for travelers. Luckily, those who teach English in Japan have easy access to the country's major airports and extensive bullet train lines, meaning they can access almost anywhere else in Japan within a few hours. While living in Tokyo make the most of your experience abroad, and try checking out some of these must-see destinations.
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TEFL Nevada - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Usa
The state of Nevada is an action-packed destination for travelers from across the globe. Its exciting history of silver mining gave Nevada its nickname “The Silver State”. Still today, millions of visitors come to Nevada to try to get rich at its most famous city: Las Vegas. However, the state has many more exciting cities and also natural attractions to offer. Nevada is divided into five sections: Elko, Ely, Las Vegas, Tonopah, and Reno. Each area offers a great selection of entertainment and outdoor fun. While Las Vegas is the main reason many people flock to Nevada, its untouched nature is also a wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts.
The north of the state is marked by Wild West landscape, where cowboys are still going about their daily business. Red Rock Canyon is one of the... [Read more]
Top 8 Resources for Researching Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
guys hello linda here from itt hope you are doing well today um thanks so much for joining today's live stream and as you can see today we're talking about this way top eight resources for finding the right teaching destination that's the topic for today i hope um you're going to enjoy it it's probably going to take about 30 to 40 minutes and then as always at the end there will be a q a part so you will be able to ask your own questions at that time but also feel free to just leave your comments as we go we are live on facebook and on youtube at the same time and if you can see me if you can hear me if you are there please please just leave a quick hi in the comment box that would really mean a lot and then i can see that somebody is here and i'm not just talking to myself that would be... [Read more]
Printable ESL Winter Word Search - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This fun winter word search is perfect to practice winter vocabulary with your students. It contains 25 winter-themed words.
Words included in the Winter word search are: blizzard, coat, cold, December, earmuffs, February, fireplace, flurries, frozen, gloves, hot chocolate, ice, ice skates, icicle, January, mittens, scarf, shovel, sled, slush, snowball, snowflake, snowman, sweater, winter.
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Tefl reviews - Tesol Tefl Reviews Video Testimonial Daniel - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this TEFL review video for the TEFL International course in Prague in the Czech Republic, Daniel talks about what he got out of the course and how it has prepared him for starting his English teaching career. ITTT's courses can be studied at any of the many training centers located around the world and our online courses can be studied in your own home at your own pace.
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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TEFL Africa - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teachers Sought For East Africa
Date posted:2024-04-12 | Writer: Abaarso Network | Email: [email protected]
Founded in 2009, Abaarso Network (AN) is a system of nonprofit schools in Somaliland, East Africa that has been featured on 60 Minutes, the New York Times, BBC, CNN, Wall Street Journal, and the Clinton Global Initiative. AN includes a coed boarding high school with American-accreditation; the only all-women university in Somaliland, and the first Montessori primary schools in the country.
Abaarso School (http://abaarsoschool.org/) Abaarso School is a 7-12th grade boarding school developing the future leaders of Somaliland. Our students became the first in their country in over 30 years to matriculate to US universities, including Harvard, Yale, MIT, Brown, Columbia, Cornell and UPenn. Abaarso is an... [Read more]
TEFL Chongqing - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL China ▷ ITTT course
Our Chongqing TEFL training center gives you the opportunity to complete an in-class TEFL course in just three weeks and is the ideal choice for trainees who want to attend a classroom based course but are limited by time.
Chongqing is a thriving city in southwest China which straddles the Yangzi River. The city is home to over 18 million people and is an important industrial center. Chongqing is famous for its spicy cuisine with Sichuan pepper used extensively. The most famous dish is Chongqing hot pot available in many hot pot restaurants around the city. There is even a yearly hot pot festival with more than 10,000 hot pot restaurants offering discounts to diners as well as interesting activities and ceremonies.
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How much can I earn teaching English in Saudi Arabia? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
In Saudi Arabia, English teachers can expect to earn at least $2,500 to $4,000 monthly, depending on your level of qualifications and previous classroom experience. Demand for qualified and experienced teachers is strong in cities such as Riyadh and Jeddah, where universities, colleges, international schools, and private language academies offer a variety of teaching positions.
Is Saudi Arabia the right TEFL destination for you?
What are TEFL salaries in Saudi Arabia?
Who are the main employers of English language teachers in Saudi Arabia?
Who else employs English language teachers in Saudi Arabia?
What is the cost of living for English teachers in Saudi Arabia?
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TEFL China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Primary Eal Teacher Suzhou ann. 2
Date posted:2024-03-11 | Writer: SeekTeachers | Email: [email protected]
SeekTeachers is currently seeking for an experienced and committed Primary EAL teacher to join a school in Suzhou, China. The position is to start in August and this is a great opportunity to join one of the leading British schools in the country.
Our client is a young and vibrant school that continues to grow and develop. Drawing on the best practices of both British and International education, the school offers a curriculum based on the ENC up to IGCSE and IBDP in Year 12 and 13. The curriculum is suitably adapted to reflect the needs of students in an international school and extends well beyond the formal classroom into extra- curricular activities.
To apply, you must have:
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How do I set up my online TEFL classroom? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Whether you have joined an online teaching platform or have chosen a solo path, one of your first tasks will be to construct an ideal online classroom setting. While some may envisage teaching from a hammock in their backyard while donned in beachwear, the actual scenario tends to be quite different. To retain existing students and attract new ones, it is essential that your online classroom strikes the perfect chord. Thankfully, achieving this isn't too challenging, and we are here to guide you with some valuable tips.
Choosing a teaching space
Having the right equipment
The importance of the back wall
The importance of props
The virtual classroom
The image of the teacher
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What do TEFL teachers wear? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Attire expectations vary widely based on the school's policies:
Pro Tip: To avoid confusion, inquire about the dress code during the job interview. As a rule of thumb, it is wise to err on the side of professionalism on your first day, adjusting as you gauge the school's culture.
What should I wear for a TEFL job interview?
What about tattoos and piercings?
What about facial hair?
Which countries have specific expectations when it comes to appearance?
When preparing for a TEFL job interview, attire plays a pivotal role in making a strong first impression:
In essence, prioritize a professional appearance throughout the TEFL job application and interview process to boost your prospects.
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Tefl reviews - Theories Methods Techniques Of Teaching Grammar Translation - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The purpose of grammar translation then is to basically translate between L1 and L2 and vice versa. So, we could take a simple example. Let's imagine that our native language was English and our target language was French and let's assume that we want to translate a document from French into English. Let's take a simple sentence. Here's a sentence in French "Ouvre la fenêtre" and we'll add "s'il vous plaît" at the end. What we want to do is to take this L2 and translate it back into English. Now, if we have a reasonable knowledge of French then we may well know that this particular verb "ouvre" "to open" translates directly and this female form of the and finally the fenêtre "Open the window" and this polite form of "please". This is all very well if the two structures that... [Read more]
certTESOL Courses in Madrid - Inclass Courses - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Spanish capital is popular with course trainees for many reasons, including the large number of jobs available throughout the year due to the high population and its status as the economic center of the country.
Madrid is also well known as a warm and friendly city where diverse cultures from all over the world live and work together. Whatever your background, nationality or religion, you will feel welcome in this great European capital.
No matter what time of the year you choose to train with us in Madrid you will always find plenty of fun and interesting things to do in your free time. The city has many famous museums and art galleries, including the Museo del Prado, Museo Reina Sofía and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza. The many peaceful parks and gardens are also popular places to hang... [Read more]
TEFL Alexandria - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Egypt ▷ ITTT course
Our TEFL course in Alexandria could well be one of the most exciting and enlightening experiences of your life. Home of the Pyramids, the mighty Nile River and the Valley of Kings, Egypt provides students of our TEFL course with the opportunity to train in one of the most interesting places anywhere on Earth.
Alexandria is Egypt’s second-largest urban area and it was once a mighty world city which conquered many lands in the region. Its port was one of the most advanced in the world and remnants can still be seen of the Lighthouse of Alexandria—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Optional weekend tourist programs are offered to all participants of our TEFL course, helping you to visit some of Egypt's most famous attractions during your TEFL training. You will always have... [Read more]
This is a list of ITTT’s most trusted TEFL affiliates
ITTT has been operating in the teacher training industry since 1998. We have developed relationships with many leading individuals, institutes and schools in the English education industry and have established a very successful partnership program in 2013.
Today, we are working with thousands of affiliates through many channels to strengthen each other’s position on the TEFL and TESOL market. In 2019, we decided to showcase our most trusted partners and their role in the global ESL World on this page.
If you are interested in finding out more about our recruitment partners, please visit our TEFL Recruitment Partner page.
Below are some of our most renowned partners that are operating very successfully under the ITTT affiliate program. If you are an ITTT partner and want to be named in... [Read more]
How Teaching in China Influenced me as a TEFL Specialist - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I, as an out of school English teacher, have been teaching English in China for about one year. My students are coming from elementary schools or middle schools. The teaching is one to one. The background and personality of my students are various. Some students are very interested in learning English and want to take extra courses to improve their English proficiency.
Students' Struggles
English Speaking Environment
Forceful Learning vs. Personal Approach
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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Great Ideas for Teaching Writing Skills in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Teaching Ideas
Image by Alice Bolden via Writix
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Think outside the box
Encourage creativity, not perfection
Encourage students to write about what interests them
Writing doesn't have to be a solo activity
Introduce multi-skilled lessons
Writing games
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Of all the language skills that are taught in the ESL classroom, teaching writing skills is often seen as one of the least popular. Some teachers consider these lessons to be a bit boring, hard to evaluate and somewhat limited in what you can incorporate into them. However, this doesn't have to be the case as teaching writing skills to your ESL students can actually be interesting, fun and productive. Take a look at these... [Read more]
Where is the best place to teach English in Japan? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Deciding on the best place to teach English in Japan depends on individual preferences. Tokyo, the bustling capital, offers the allure of city life and the most job opportunities. Osaka combines vibrant urban experiences with rich history, while Kobe is renowned for its international atmosphere. Beyond the main cities, there are countless towns that provide an authentic cultural immersion. Regardless of location, teachers can expect a competitive salary and a unique cultural experience.
Tokyo
Osaka
Kobe
Sapporo
Fukuoka
Unsurprisingly, Japan's most densely populated area, Tokyo, tops the list. It is a realm of its own, brimming with teaching opportunities thanks to its nine million-plus residents and offering the country's highest salaries. Although the cost of living is notably high,... [Read more]
Etiquette Latin America ▷ Infographic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English abroad is a great way to travel the world and experience other peoples and cultures. As English teachers it is important that we take the time to learn about the countries we choose to live and work in not only to show respect to our hosts but also to help our students to learn more productively. Understanding the cultural or social reasons behind why people in different countries behave or react in particular ways can help us to prepare better lessons and activities for our students and develop better relationships with our colleagues.
Being aware of the subtle social cues that exist in any society can mean the difference between a truly rewarding experience and one that you wish never to repeat. When considering regions such as Latin America it can be tempting to... [Read more]
8 Reasons to Teach English in Thailand - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Destinations
Thailand has been a major destination on the Southeast Asia backpacking trail for many years and it is now also one of the biggest employers of foreign teachers in the region. So what is it about Thailand that attracts thousands of teachers every year from all corners of the Earth? And what is it that makes many of them stay for far longer than they ever intended? This list of 8 Reasons to Teach English in Thailand should provide some answers to these questions and maybe put it on your radar of potential teaching destinations.
1. A Friendly Welcome
2. Fun in the Classroom
3. Exceptional Food
4. The Tropical Climate
5. World-Class Beaches
6. A Central Location
7. Plenty of Time Off
8. Low Cost of Living
Are you ready to teach English in Thailand?
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5 Challenges of Teaching EFL to Kindergarten Level Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
1. Self-introduction
2. Reasons for practicing as an EFL Teacher
3. Ways in which EFL will guide me achieve my goals
4. Games and activities in the classroom
5. Planning my New Lesson
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I am Susan and I'm 40 years female from Kenya and I have graduated with a bachelor's degree in Art in Education. I have been teaching young learners in Kenya for two years and I was invited to teach English in southern China and I am ready for the new challenge teaching abroad.
I decided to do a TEFL test online so that I can acquire the... [Read more]
The Best Ice Breaker Games Every EFL Teacher Should Know - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hi guys hey linda here from itt with another live session this week i'm so happy to be here again hope to see many of you guys today thanks so much for joining if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thank you so much for the download we recently just hit 3500 podcast downloads which is super exciting thank you so much for your support and um yeah today's topic i'm really excited about because it's something a little bit different than what i'm usually talking about and today i'm going to share with you the the best icebreaker games that every efl teacher should know so yeah i'm gonna be showing you guys what fun games you can play in your classes i know that some of you are already teaching and you probably know some of these games or you know versions of these games so feel... [Read more]
TEFL Courses in Indonesia ▷ inclass ITTT Tefl
The Republic of Indonesia consists of a mind-boggling 17,508 islands and has a population of approximately 230 million people, a figure that makes it the fourth most populated country in the world. However, despite the huge population, Indonesia still has vast areas of wilderness that are home to some of the most diverse flora and fauna on the planet.
Indonesia touches both the Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean while also bridging the continents of Australasia and Asia. The Indonesian Archipelago stretches for over 5,000km and is located entirely in the tropics, on both sides of the equator. The country is culturally and linguistically diverse, with around 500 languages and dialects spoken by its many different ethnic groups. Indonesia is also an incredibly beautiful country with... [Read more]