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The Problems That Japanese Elementary Schoolers Face Studying English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
In the wake of the upcoming 2020 Olympics in Japan, there has been an increase in elementary school level English classes. As an assistant language teacher half into my fourth year, I have had the rare chance to work the entirety of my time in one elementary school where I have had many great memories. However, being present every day I began to notice that some students were struggling or in some cases, not even trying when it came to English class. Talking with my peers and colleagues from other elementary schools as well as my own, there are some common problems that many students seem to experience in an English class. These problems include learning in a counter-productive environment, inconsistent exposure to the language, and a lack of... [Read more]
How Discipline Affects Motivation In and Out of Japanese Classrooms - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I work in two schools. I am an assistant language teacher at one commercial (low-level English) high school, and an integrated (high-level English) academic junior high and high school. I have had experiences with different kinds of students, Japanese-English teachers, and classroom atmospheres. In Japan, students take an entrance exam to get into high school. If they scored low on the entrance exam, then they are placed in the lowest ranking class. Each school has a certain number of classrooms for each grade. Both of my high schools have six classes total for each grade. There are usually around forty to forty-two students in each class as well. Teaching forty plus students in a crowded classroom is difficult. And unlike many stereotypes of... [Read more]
Why Japanese Students Struggle with Communicating in English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
During my stay in Japan, Japanese people often told me how they can't communicate in English despite studying the language for six or more years in school. In Japan, students in junior and senior high learn English grammar and vocabulary in compulsory formal English classes. English is also taught in elementary school as foreign language activities. Yet despite spending several hours in English classes, many Japanese people graduate high school with poor English communication skills.
Education system
Class culture
Learning goals
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Typical Challenges for Japanese Native Speakers in ESL - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Daisy C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
Grammar
Pronunciation
Japanese schools
Japanese culture
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One problem facing many Japanese students learning English is differentiating between countable and uncountable nouns. In the Japanese language, the same word is often used for 'much' and 'many'. In English, 'much' is used to describe countable nouns, and 'many' is used to describe uncountable nouns.
A problem facing many EFL learners, especially Japanese learners, is idioms. The English language has thousands of idioms, which are used in everyday life. These are... [Read more]
The 2 Pronunciation Problems ESL Students Suffer From in Japan - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
There are several pronunciation problems that students of English will face in Japan; however, I will focus on two.
1. Differences in the phonetic systems of two languages
2. Lack of exposure to authentic English resources
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Brandie K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
The first of these problems they face is the fact that Japanese doesn't have some of the same sounds in its' alphabet as English does. For example, Japanese does not have a hard R sound; instead, it has a sound that is a mix of R and L. So, when students from Japan go to say rice, for many... [Read more]
Personal Teaching Experience: Navigating a Changing Curriculum as a Co-teacher in Japanese Elementary Schools - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
In Japan, elementary schools typically employ an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) to provide support to homeroom teachers during English classes. I have been working in such a capacity for the past two and a half years, first through an international program and currently as a direct-hire via my local city hall. Until recently, mandatory English classes at the elementary school level have been limited to the fifth and sixth grades, but new national requirements are being rolled out that will require mandatory English classes as early as third grade while doubling English classroom hours for the fifth and sixth grades.
English Language Tests
Designing Activities
Team Building
Group Lesson Planning
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Problems Japan Faces in Developing English as a Second Language - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
There are several challenges Japan faces when it comes to learning English as a second language. Japanese culture is a bubble. Everything, including their ad signs, TV, games, government, studies, work and even the internet is filled with one language; Japanese. In a world of globalization, where your goods and services can come from literally any part of the globe. Japan is one of the few remaining homogenous cultures where English is still seen as an optional language. As the global economy becomes more global, the English language will likely become less optional, but essential. In addition to the cultural issues, Japan's English curriculum in the school is largely unchanged from the '60s according to my Japanese cousins and uncles still living in... [Read more]
Teaching in Japan: Problems of Local Learners - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
In this essay I will be discussing the problems for young Japanese learners of English, and what problems Japanese learners often encounter as well as explaining some of the reasons why teachers can run into problems while teaching in Japan. I will be referring to the book "The Smart Guide to Teaching English in Japan' by Charlie Moritz and Martin Bragalone, as well as drawing from my knowledge and experiences of studying and volunteering in Japan. Japan can be a challenging but rewarding country to work in, despite stereotypes of Japanese people being polite and studious so it is important to consider that reality can be different when teaching in Japan.
Eikaiwa
Juku
ALT (Assistant Language Teacher)
Kindergarten/International preschool
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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]
Tefl reviews - Tesol Tefl Reviews Video Testimonial Leslie - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Leslie is a Canadian English teacher at a junior high school in the Japanese countryside. In this TESOL review, Leslie tells us she is looking to open her own English language day care centre at her home and with this in mind she took the 120-hour certificate course with ITTT as well as the 50-hour young learners course to bring her qualifications up to date. Hopefully for Leslie this will be the first step on a rewarding career as the owner of a successful English language school in Japan.
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... [Read more]
Contributing to the Classroom as an ALT in Japan - TEFL Blog
Asia Ridley
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
English education in Japan has been prominent for decades and starts in elementary schools. It is in high demand as the relationship between the U.S. and Japan as well as the abundant amount of tourism. Last year straight after graduating from university in the United States, I moved to Japan and began teaching English. I was fortunate to pass the interviews and become part of the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme {JET}. Being an assistant language teacher {ALT} in the Japanese education system versus a conversation school has its differences. Therefore I will be diving into how one can contribute to the classroom as an ALT.
Japanese Elementary School
Collaborating with your Homeroom Teacher
Outside of the classroom
Conclusion
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Guess My Job Riddles - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun activity around jobs. Students read the description and try to guess which job it is talking about.
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Finding an EFL teaching job - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
You've passed your TEFL course and armed with your new certificate you are ready to head to the classroom. There are thousands of teaching jobs available around the world but where is the best place to look? Many people start online and there is plenty to choose from.
Searching for jobs online can be a good way to find jobs when you start looking from home; it is also a great way to suss out the local job market in a certain country. The downsides about online job adverts are that each position will attract numerous applications and if you are non-native speaker or do not have a listed qualification the employer may disregard your application without properly considering it. There is also a higher chance of scams being posted on the internet and you should always remember that if a... [Read more]
Job Descriptions ESL Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a great worksheet for English lessons about jobs and occupations. This worksheet has 15 job descriptions. Students should read the job description and write the correct job/occupation in the blank space.
In this ESL worksheet, students should read a description of a job then write the correct job name in the blank space. Incorporate this worksheet in your lessons about jobs and occupations to practice and review jobs and occupations vocabulary while also practicing reading comprehension.
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TEFL TESOL Job Postings - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Although we pride ourselves on providing the best TEFL certification courses on the market, we also do all we can to ensure our graduates have the best choice of job prospects once they have completed their training. Our lifetime job assistance program includes a wide range of great tools to help you find the perfect job in the right location for you. One of these tools is the job postings we provide across our websites and social media platforms. Our job listings are updated every single day so you will always be one step ahead of the competition when it comes to landing your dream job. As a long established TEFL course provider, ITTT has made many contacts with employers across the world that are keen to employ our graduates as they know they will be knowledgeable and ready to... [Read more]
TEFL Paraguay - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl Job In Paraguay
Date posted:2018-04-20 | Writer: Berlitz Paraguay | Email: [email protected]
Berlitz Paraguay is seeking both full and part time EFL instructors who can preferably also speak German, French Portuguese or Italian to join the friendly and professional team in Fernando de la Mora (Zona Norte). This is a great opportunity to develop your TEFL skills teaching professionals, students, groups or private individuals - Berlitz helps individuals and businesses, government and non-profit organizations develop the language, cross-cultural and global leadership skills necessary for success. We have a rich history and innovative approach to instruction, multiple platform delivery options and many other advantages.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Native level fluency
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TEFL Kenya - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl Job In Kenya
Date posted:2012-12-12 | Writer: The University of Nairobi | Email: [email protected]
The University of Nairobi, Kenya, is in urgent need of ESL/TESOL/TEFL teachers for the January 2013 session of the school year. Our Vision is to be a world-class university committed to scholarly excellence.
Our Mission is to provide quality university education and training and to embody the aspirations of the Kenyan people and the global community through creation, preservation, integration, transmission and utilization of knowledge. Thus we require the best quality teachers from around the world.
Requirements
Applicants must possess a TEFL qualification plus a Bachelors Degree with at-least 2 or more years of effective working experience. Applicants must also be native level English... [Read more]
All About ITTT's TEFL Lifetime Job Support - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hello there uh it's time for a live stream so uh i'm super glad to welcome you uh at today's live stream uh as usually i and my name is lisa i'm a tefl and t soul expert at itt and an online esl teacher who is also a non-native speaker so today's live stream is devoted to a really popular question of itt's lifetime job support so if it is something um interesting to you stay tuned stay with me here and we will um have a discussion over this topic uh by the way uh if you watch me right now if you watch me live could you please send your greetings to the chat box and let me know where you guys tuning in from uh i'm staying in russia uh so i'm located uh in in central russia pretty far from moscow uh and what else i usually go live on tuesday or wednesday so today's wednesday and i've chosen... [Read more]
TEFL Q&A: Lifetime Job Support - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you consider taking a TEFL course with ITTT? Or have you already graduated from our course? Then you have a huge benefit! In this live stream, Liza will explain how ITTT's job support functions and how you can get it absolutely for free! #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
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How can I pass a TEFL job interview? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
To excel in a TEFL job interview, whether it is conducted online via platforms like Skype or Zoom or in-person at the school's location, consider these key strategies:
By addressing these common themes, you will be well-prepared and can set yourself apart as an ideal candidate for the TEFL position.
What are the basic things to remember for a TEFL job interview?
How should I dress for a TEFL job interview?
What language should I use in a TEFL job interview?
What cultural issues should I be aware of during a TEFL job interview?
What teaching related questions might I be asked during a TEFL job interview?
One thing to remember is that we form a first impression of someone within seven seconds of meeting them. If you want to get off to a good start, there are a few simple techniques to keep... [Read more]
TEFL Venezuela - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job Teaching Efl In Venezuela
Date posted:2009-12-09 | Writer: Coach English | Email: [email protected]
Coach English Abroad is the recruitment program of OptimalEnglish, a company dedicated to improving its client's English expression through memorable learning experiences. We employ a proprietary learning system that assumes most global executives understand a lot more English than they speak. The objective is to accelerate the client's verbal expression by initially working on self-confidence, intonation, pronunciation, and the linguistic structures of most business interactions. The second phase of the system concentrates on the key grammatical structures that can assure a flawless delivery.
We coach our clients on one-on-one sessions as well as teams of up to seven clients. We work at our clients' companies... [Read more]
TEFL Chile - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl Job In Chile 3
Date posted:2020-07-27 | Writer: GEAD Language Community | Email: [email protected]
GEAD Language Community is an institute that works with various businesses around the metropolitan area providing English classes to their employees. We have a strong communicative approach and want to recruit professional energetic EFL teachers who are in Chile for the opportunity to work full time with eager students. REQUIREMENTS:1. University degree2. TEFL/TESOL certification3. Ideally two years of experience teaching English as a foreign or second language4. Experience teaching with adults is preferred5. Experience teaching abroad is preferred JOB DESCRIPTION:1. Teaching business and general English to adults in their workplaces around metropolitan Santiago, Chile2. Teaching individuals... [Read more]
Navigating the EFL Job Market in 2023 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hi Linda here welcome back to another live session from ITT um I'm so happy to be here this week again with another exciting topic so this week we are actually going to talk about how to navigate the job market for English teachers in 2023 and I'm going to talk about um all the things you need to know for finding a job for getting started as an English teacher abroad and also online so if your plan is to start teaching English in the near future this live session will be for you today and I hope you're going to learn something um yeah right off the bat please don't forget to like And subscribe so you never miss any of our upcoming live sessions we go live every week same place same time I'm right here and I hope you will join me again so that you're just staying up to date and you know... [Read more]
The Best Resources For Finding A TEFL/TESOL Job - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
You completed your TEFL/TESOL course - now how do you find that dream teaching job? In this live event, TEFL expert Linda goes over the best strategies and resources for finding a TEFL/TESOL job. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish 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
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Traditional Point of View on The Teaching Job - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, a teacher is defined as one who teaches or ones whose occupation is to instruct. A good definition however in today's society I believe that the teacher's role has more meaning and is not that simple. And as the years go by it has continued to grow. Before starting my career as a teacher I highly agreed with the first definition but after spending a little over six months inside of the classroom I realize how much more a teacher role can be. The role of a teacher not only fosters the growth in students academically but also provides mentoring, role modeling and several other components.
Mentor
Role Model
Atmosphere Creator
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The Many Sides of The Teaching Job in Japan - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
What do you think of when I say the word "teacher"? When I think of this word, I think of the "teacher when I was a child. The person who talked and I listened. The person who gave me instructions and I followed. I think in today's environment this word has changed. What does the word "teacher" mean today? We'll look at what the roles of a teacher are in today's ESL world in Japan, where I've taught for over 14 years.
Types of Teachers in Japan
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We use many synonyms for the term "teacher". In elementary schools, junior high schools, and high schools in Japan we use the term "ALT" (assistant language teacher) or "AET" (assistant English... [Read more]
TEFL Canada - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Online Tefl Job In Canada
Date posted:2016-08-29 | Writer: Newcollege Tutor | Email: [email protected]
Newcollege Tutor is a social enterprise based out of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and founded by tutors at the University of Alberta. We value our success by offering students the best opportunity available at reaching their full potential.
No experience is required to become a tutor and in fact most of the tutors listed on our website started off with none whatsoever. This is an ideal opportunity for TEFL graduates starting out on their career or for those with experience. As long as you know the subject you are teaching and you have the patience to teach it you will be successful in instructing students. Most of the nervousness you might have about teaching will go away after the first session.... [Read more]
TEFL Romania - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job Teaching English In Romania
Date posted:2016-11-29 | Writer: Forever Young | Email: [email protected]
“Forever Young” Educational Centre (“Mereu tanar”) is a non-governmental organisation, which acts independently and is not politically affiliated. We have opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers who are available from June 2017. The main aims of the association are to promote, support, implement and coordinate teaching/learning, educational, cultural, sportive, tourist and leisure activities among preschoolers, schoolchildren, students and teachers in the educational system, as well as among youth and people of other age groups in the country and abroad.
SUMMER CAMP PROJECTS:
PROJECT A: FOUR-STAR ENGLISH: 17th of June 2017 – 16th of July 2017
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TEFL Nicaragua - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job Teaching Efl In Nicaragua
Date posted:2018-04-11 | Writer: The English Language Institute | Email: [email protected]
The English Language Institute is an extension of the American Nicaraguan School where a broad base of learners can have the opportunity to learn English as additional language. The ELI provides a safe and collegial work environment with opportunities for professional growth in your TEFL career. With over 40 years of experience in the field English for Language Learners, the ELI is considered to be one of the most prestigious language centers in Nicaragua. Our branches are located in Managua, Leon and Esteli. The ELI student community is comprised of nearly 3,000 students. Courses are offered on Saturdays, Sundays, and weekdays. Registration is available for children, starting at age 4, adolescents, and... [Read more]
TEFL England - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl Job In England 1
Date posted:2015-11-19 | Writer: English Steps | Email: [email protected]
English Steps is a small school specialising in 'homestay' English courses for adults. From December 2015 or January 2016 we are looking for a responsible and experienced EFL teacher to live in our house in Leeds, living with students and our activities co-ordinator. It is a large house with all the essentials - wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, tv etc.
GENERAL DUTIES:
10 hours teaching time per week
Eating lunch and dinner with students Monday - Friday
Leading 3 evening activities per week (normally 2 hours, 8-10pm)
Ensuring the smooth running of the house
Maximum class size is 4, and there may also be some 1-1 work.
Lessons take place in the mornings.
In return your accommodation and food will be paid for... [Read more]