How To Become A Teacher Career Change

hi Linda here from ITT back this week with another live session and and today we're going to talk about how to become a freelance tefl teacher all right I think this is a topic that a lot of people are going to find very interesting um a lot of people are probably going to want to kind of follow in the in the footsteps of this newer kind well is it a new career but I mean we've definitely seen some changes in the teaching industry in the teaching Market um also thanks to the Boom in online teaching and freelance teaching freelance English teaching has definitely become uh increasingly popular for many different reasons many of these reasons we're gonna go into we're gonna go into um what it actually means to be a tefl freelance teacher um the benefits of it um also kind of the challenges...  [Read more]

  Yuliia from Ukraine had been working as a lawyer before deciding to change careers and become an English teacher. In this TEFL review video, Yuliia tells us that she learnt a great deal of new information about English teaching from her course. She plans to use her certificate to teach English as a foreign language abroad. 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. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! In this lesson I learned all about...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My skin, infused with a generous amount of sunlight, illuminated the atmosphere all about me. My body gleamed in its home-made oil, as my heart throbbed through the entire flight. I clung to the acid-washed denim jacket that I wore as I departed Boeing 737; being born and raised on an island it was my first time experiencing weather that was below 62 degrees Fahrenheit – I was freezing. My First Journey Cultural Shock What Inspires Me Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rochelle R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. It is safe to say that I was nowhere near prepared for the weather or...  [Read more]

Minh Huy Hoang Visa and Legal Destinations TEFL Information Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) in Vietnam can be a rewarding experience, but it's essential to be well-prepared and understand the local context. Here are three tips to help you become a TESOL teacher in Vietnam: 1. Earn a TESOL/TEFL Certification 2. Understand Vietnamese Culture and Language 3. Network and Research Job Opportunities Ready to teach English in Vietnam? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Many language schools and employers in Vietnam prefer or require teachers to have a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. These certifications provide you with the necessary skills...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Hello everybody, my name is Liza and I am super glad to welcome you to my weekly live session. Please let me know that you can see me clearly and hear me clearly. Today's live session is going to be devoted to a really popular question in my direct messages. I've received several requests to talk about teaching career advice and I hope everybody will find something interesting in this live stream. Watch the live session here Unfortunately, I'm not sure how to pronounce your name, but the question is, have you experienced talent-based learning? Moses says, I don't have any teaching experience but I have a bachelors in English literature and a masters in another field. I am currently planning for an English teaching...  [Read more]

The global demand for English language teachers presents vast opportunities. Here is a step-by-step guide to embarking on this journey: While a degree and prior teaching experience isn't always mandatory, comprehensive research and careful planning are crucial to navigating and thriving in the international teaching arena. Is it difficult to teach English in another country? How do I go about becoming an English teacher in another country? Enroll in a TEFL certification course and become a TEFL certified teacher Do I need to decide where to teach before taking a TEFL course? How do I find a teaching job after completing my TEFL course? Embarking on an international teaching journey can indeed have its hurdles, especially when adapting to new cultural contexts. However, a TEFL...  [Read more]

Becoming a TEFL teacher in the UK demands a combination of qualifications and experience. Firstly, you will require a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification. Given the UK's stringent teaching standards, prior teaching experience is often essential to make your application competitive. For non-UK citizens, it is crucial to be aware of visa and work permit requirements before embarking on this career path in the UK. What are the difficulties of teaching English in the UK? How can I get a work permit to teach English in the UK? Can I get a working holiday visa and teach English in the UK? Can I earn a comfortable living teaching English in the UK? What should I do if I can't find a job teaching English in the UK? Teaching English in the UK presents unique challenges despite the evident...  [Read more]

Dorian Martin TEFL Information Teaching Ideas To become a successful virtual English teacher after completing your TEFL course of choice is a matter of presenting your skillset as viable for teaching online. Outline your Qualifications, Competencies and Prior Experiences Properly Do Background Research on the Platform you might Teach On Formatting your CV Properly will make it Stand Out Demonstrate That You're Up-To-Date on Current Trends Attach a Supplemental Cover/Motivational Letter about Yourself Use Keywords Related to Virtual English Teaching Gather Testimonials, Reviews or Recommendations from Past Experiences List of the Technology you have Available for Virtual Teaching The Advantages of Optimizing your CV as a Virtual English Teacher in 2023 Summary Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Throughout our schooling, we have likely encountered several teachers who, despite their profession, seemed mismatched for the role. Some might have resorted to strict penalties for minor mistakes, others may have been tediously boring or simply failed to heed their students' feedback. Nonetheless, we usually also recall those teachers who positively impacted our learning journey. So, what makes these educators stand out? We believe that a combination of certain traits and skills contribute to a teacher being remembered for the right reasons. By incorporating these characteristics, you are likely to be remembered as an exceptional English teacher by your future students. Communication Passion Patience Organization Adaptability Confidence Of all the qualities listed, communication arguably...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences A teacher, in general, has the direct opportunity to make a difference and to change the future. As a teacher, you will expect every one of your students to want to learn and more importantly to understand. You want your students to fight over the seats in the front row as if they were attending a concert, not elementary school. You want to make your students wonder, make them question, make them think critically, make them write and of course to make them read. Reason 1: You'll see amazing new things! Reason 2: You'll increase your adaptability! Reason 3: You'll broaden your personal horizons! Are you ready to take your TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tebogo Z. Being a...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Of all the hard jobs around, one of the hardest is being a good teacher. So how is it possible to become a great teacher? And how can a teacher become great at helping young learners in a kindergarten class who have little to no experience learning in a classroom setting? Although challenging at times, it can be done. There are a few keys to being a great kindergarten teacher. Listen to this blog post: 1. Teacher's Attitude and Mindset 2. Preparation 3. Support Teaching With Visual Aids 4. Encourage to Use English 5. Keep it Fun! Do you want to become a TEFL teacher? It's so easy. Take a TEFL course right now! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Julia W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

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 let me know where are you guys from so um i'm located in russia but i...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas While it is true that the vast majority of newly qualified EFL teachers start out by working in a mainstream ESL teaching job, either online or in a traditional classroom abroad, there are other options out there for those who are looking for something a little different. The many job options available to TEFL qualified teachers could include: Volunteer English language teaching Teaching English in your own country English language teacher trainer Head English language teacher International business ELT administration Curriculum or course designer International law Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! It is...  [Read more]

  Japan is one of the best locations for a career in teaching overseas. Join our in-class course in Tokyo and learn all the skills and techniques you need to start a successful teaching career. During your four-week course, you have the chance to practice your new-learned skills with local English learners of all ages. Sign up today and start your adventure abroad! Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English is traditionally done in a classroom setting; however, a growing number of teachers and students are attracted to the convenience and flexibility of teaching one-to-one lessons. Whether teaching privately or for a company, in-person or online, to young learners or adults ESL teachers know their approach must change when switching from group teaching to teaching individuals. How is this done and what changes need to be made? Switching from group lessons to teaching one-to-one involves much more than modifying materials for a smaller audience; ESL teachers also need to make changes to teacher-student roles, syllabus and structure, and resources. 1. Classroom Roles 2. Course Syllabus 3. Resources Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a...  [Read more]

Home / Location / Tokyo / Gallery Tokyo / Gallery Local Teacher Traines in Tokyo Teaching English as a foreign language is a rewarding career. At our in-class training center in Tokyo, you have the opportunity to become a qualified English teacher within one month of intensive training. All our courses are led by professional teacher trainers with years of experience teaching English in different parts of the world. Following the course, you can apply for teaching positions in Japan and around the world.   [Read more]

Many people are unaware quite how accessible a career teaching English as a foreign language is while others are simply not aware that it is even possible to live and work abroad in almost any country in the world. Not only is possible but it is relatively easy to achieve in a short period of time. By following the six steps outlined here, you could be working abroad as an EFL teacher before you know it. Step 1 involves research. Once you have decided where you would like to teach, you need to find out what the requirements are for the place you want to work in. Do you need a degree? Is an online or in-class TEFL certificate required? Find out what the local salaries are like and whether you can afford to work there - some countries are best avoided if you have large student loans to...  [Read more]

hey guys it's liza here and i'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly itttt live session uh today we are going to talk um about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to tefl teaching or um probably career building so feel free to uh comment and i'll try to help you out and reach you back with uh my thoughts and ideas um and maybe you'll find um my suggestions useful okay uh i have to fix my camera just slightly i feel like it's moving moving down somehow so um i hope that you can hear me clearly and you can see me clearly and if you see this video if you see this live please let me know where are you guys from so what's something is wrong with my camera uh for some reason i don't know why but uh it's just moving it's just uh going down for some reason...  [Read more]

  Leann thought the in-class TEFL/TESOL course in Phuket was an amazing opportunity to change career paths and travel the world. She loved her time in Thailand and wants to stay and pursue a teaching career there. She thought the course was well organized and the teacher trainers did all they could to help the trainees improve their teaching skills quickly week after week. She gained enough confidence and skills to succeed in EFL classrooms worldwide. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  This is a TEFL review from Hsing Hui Hsu, a teacher trainer at our Beijing training center in China. She is in charge of teaching grammar and phonology. Before coming to China, she taught in France where she was in charge of phonetics and oral communication. She enjoys working at the training center in Beijing and training TEFL trainees from all over the world who are ready to teach overseas and start their careers as ESL teachers. She recommends the in-class course to anyone who wants to live abroad working as an English language teacher. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Whether you want to teach as a volunteer in the depths of the jungle on the Thai-Myanmar border or as a business English instructor to corporate high-flyers in Sao Paulo, Brazil, you will need at the least a recognised TEFL/TESOL certificate. Although it is still possible to find jobs where simply being a native speaker of English is enough to secure the position these opportunities are becoming few and far between and earning a 120-hour certificate with a reputable organisation should be your priority before starting out. A bachelor's degree is not a necessity for the majority of countries around the world and there are plenty of opportunities out there without such a qualification. Teaching experience is also not a necessity for the majority of teaching positions but the higher paid...  [Read more]

After completing a TEFL certification course and working as an English language teacher, some people look to branch out into other avenues of the teaching profession in order to gain more experience or to earn a higher salary. One such route is to become a TEFL trainer. Teaching people to become classroom teachers can be a very rewarding and well paid job and a route into management positions or even setting up your own language school. What are the basic requirements for becoming a TEFL trainer? What are the characteristics of a TEFL trainer? Do I need advanced qualifications to become a TEFL trainer? How important is classroom experience for a TEFL trainer? Where can I work as a TEFL trainer? Who are the main employers of TEFL trainers? The first and most obvious requirement is to...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The following blog post is about an ITTT graduate who shares his story on how learning Chinese helped him to become a better English teacher in China. What do you call someone who speaks only one language? "My insights into their language and culture were incredibly helpful." "Many Chinese are anxious about speaking English with natives - more so than is to be considered normative." "The best ESL teachers are the ones with experience with the native language of their students." Listen to this blog post Now it's your turn to get TEFL certified! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph S. A common saying imparted to me by one of my professors goes like this: "What do you call someone who speaks three languages?...  [Read more]

Why do you want to be an English teacher? For some it is the chance to experience new cultures and to travel to places they never dreamed of seeing. For others it’s an escape from the rat race, the opportunity to get away from the daily grind of the 9 to 5 office job. Whether you are looking to travel the world while paying off your student loan or are simply looking to change down a gear, there is a place in the world for you. In Thailand there are plenty of jobs available throughout the year up and down the country, and while Bangkok is a frenetic hub of energy the rest of the country is very laid back. With some of the best (and cheapest) food in the world as well as some magnificent beaches, Thailand is definitely the place for those that value an easy going lifestyle over the...  [Read more]

On this page you will find a number of infographics covering a range of topics related to TEFL and teaching English, including how to become a TEFL teacher, and where the best salaries can be found. So whether you are thinking about choosing a course and want to know the right one for you, or are looking for more information about English teaching in general, click one of the thumbnails below. ... The reasons people have for starting a career in teaching English are as wide ranging as the people themselves. For some it is a chance to gain valuable experience of the world before heading home and starting a different career. For others, it represents the chance to make a new start, or it is a means to perpetuate a life of travel and adventure. Whatever your reasons for becoming an English...  [Read more]

  TEFL Course for a Non-Native Teacher: Are you a non-native ESL teacher at the beginning of your teaching career? Or do you have experience but want to boost your knowledge and increase an hourly rate? Then this live stream is for you. Our non-native TEFL expert will explain what course to choose based on your needs and share her career development results as an online teacher. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

hey everybody it's lisa here and i'm glad to welcome you to a new itttt live stream uh so i'm going to wait for a while for some more people to join us uh but while doing so i'm going to change the slide uh just one sec so that you could see it um bigger so i'm going to zoom in and yeah i'm just going to present itttt right right straight away uh so itttt is a leading tefl and tesol training and we provide high quality tefl certification so if you are interested in becoming a teacher and you are willing to build on um a successful career tefl should be the first step uh in this journey uh so check us out we are presented on various social networks uh and yeah just go ahead and subscribe to our youtube channel or follow us on instagram so choose um that social media you like and let me get...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English is one of the most common languages in the world. Knowing English can help people communicate with others from different countries and seek opportunities to have a better job or life. English can bring benefits to everyone, no matter how old they are. Therefore, English is becoming essential in many areas and more people, from kids to adults, are learning it as a second language. To help people learn English effectively, teachers play a significant role in their learning progress. There are many types of students and depending on their needs, ages, and personalities, teachers must learn how to adjust their teaching styles accordingly. Different Reasons For Learning English Different Age Groups - Children Different Age Groups -...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Destinations Alumni Experiences I have been in China for four years; I came here on 15, September 2015, as a student. During this time pursuing my Master's degree, I taught English as a foreign language in training centers, elementary school, high school and currently teaching in a Polytechnics. Weak Language Foundation Late Start: Weak Language Acquisition Device: Teen Development Problems: Curriculum Structure Combined Topics Per Lesson: Student Placement: Course Materials: Lack of Motivation Testing of Students: Student Placement: Poor Language Training Institutions Teaching, Learning, and Business: Unprofessional Teachers: Lack of Regular Training: Are you ready to take your TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: English has become one of the...  [Read more]

  Ben is from California but worked as an English teacher in South Korea for four years. During his time in Korea, he did not possess a teaching qualification. When he returned home to the United States, he decided to become qualified to further his education. Even though he had prior teaching experience, he learned a lot of new skills and techniques, such as the ESA methodology, classroom management and lesson planning. Therefore, he highly recommends the course to anyone who is working in the EFL field. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]