Careers For Teachers

There are many different paths on the road to becoming a teacher. As a college student in the United States it seemed there was only one: get certified in your state and start teaching. However, as I explored the idea of teaching internationally I found that as many teachers as there are, there are almost that many different paths to becoming, and developing your career as, a teacher.There are a few ways to become a certified teacher in the United States. Someone looking to be a teacher can get certified in college with only one year of student teaching after graduation, or she can enroll in a post-graduate masters program at a university. Either way, extra work beyond a simple undergraduate degree is necessary. In order to teach in the International School community, a teaching...  [Read more]

There are many different paths on the road to becoming a teacher. As a college student in the United States it seemed there was only one: get certified in your state and start teaching. However, as I explored the idea of teaching internationally I found that as many teachers as there are, there are almost that many different paths to becoming, and developing your career as, a teacher. There are a few ways to become a certified teacher in the United States. Someone looking to be a teacher can get certified in college with only one year of student teaching after graduation, or she can enroll in a post-graduate masters program at a university. Either way, extra work beyond a simple undergraduate degree is necessary. In order to teach in the International School community, a teaching...  [Read more]

What does Teacher Career Development and completing a TEFL course have in common' Me. I am an elementary school teacher who wanted to develop her career by learning how to teach English overseas. In signing up for this course, my goal was to obtain a certificate and go teach abroad. I had not planned on having a course book of English grammar that I could use in my 5th grade classroom. Without thinking about it I was able to develop my skills as a Language Arts teacher, as well as gain confidence in a subject I was not very familiar with. I found myself developing as an educator and completing the TEFL course all at the same time.In Unit 1 of the online TEFL course, it talked about what makes a good teacher and their roles. 'A good teacher should really love teaching. A good teacher is...  [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. In this chapter, the focus was getting the reader more involved with the equipment the teacher...  [Read more]

It is certainly possible to travel overseas and work as an English language teacher if you have children. However, there are several things to consider before deciding whether it is the right option for you and your family. Wherever you are in the world raising children can be an expensive proposition, so before you head off to teach English abroad you need to be sure that it is financially viable. As pay levels vary greatly from one region to the next, where you plan to teach is one of the most important decisions you will have to make. Europe and Latin America are both very popular destinations for ESL teachers, but it is not easy to earn enough to support more than one person in these regions. In contrast, across Asia there are several countries such as China, South Korea, Taiwan and...  [Read more]

Thailand is one of the most attractive destinations in Asia and it is a popular stop for many backpackers. The good news for those who want to stay for an extended period of time is that there is a big demand for English language teachers in many parts of the country. Although wages may not be as high as those in other Asian countries, you can still earn enough to live comfortably and enjoy everything this beautiful country has to offer. It used to be almost the norm for teachers to work "under the table" without a proper work permit; however, those days are long gone and you must now have the necessary paperwork in order to earn a good salary in Thailand. A degree in any subject is required to be granted a work permit, it is also helpful to complete a TEFL training course before applying...  [Read more]

Vietnam is one of several popular destinations in Southeast Asia for teaching English as a foreign language. Foreign English teachers have been in high demand in Vietnam in recent years and salaries have risen due to increased competition among schools looking to hire the best teachers. Teachers who have spent time in Vietnam unanimously agree that it is a wonderful place to live and work, so how do you go about finding out for yourself? To obtain a work permit to legally teach English in Vietnam you must be a native English speaker with a bachelor's degree. Many employers will also require a TEFL certificate of at least 120 hours. Some jobs at the top of the pay scale will also require classroom experience, though these are few and far between. Even if a job is advertised as requiring...  [Read more]

Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL), also known as teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), is a rewarding profession that needs commitment and love. Luckily, you also won't have to sacrifice a good salary! We are sure you are curious about what type of teachers earn the most when teaching abroad, so let's have a look. The simple answer is your potential salary often depends on three main factors: your qualifications, the country you teach in, and the type of school you work for. The fact is, TEFL and TESOL certified teachers earn higher salaries compared to teachers without a certificate. Saudi Arabia, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates are among the top-paying countries in the world to teach English, with salaries ranging from $2,000 to $4,000 USD a month....  [Read more]

The following books have been found useful by many teachers, during both their TEFL course and teaching careers: The Practice of English Language Teaching, by Jeremy Harmer (Longman) How to Teach English, by Jeremy Harmer (Longman) English Grammar in Use, by Raymond Murphy (CUP) Practical English Usage, by M. Swan (OUP) Practical English Grammar, by A.J. Thomson and A.V. Martinet (OUP,1990) Collins, Cobuild English Dictionary (Collins) How English Works, by Swan/Walter (OUP) More Grammar Games, by Rinvolucri and Davis (CUP) Grammar Practice Activities, by Penny Ur (CUP) Grammar Games and Activities, by Peter Watcyn-Jones (Penguin) The Resourceful English Teacher, by Chandler/Stone (Delta) Teaching English Abroad, by Susan Griffith (Crimson Publishing) It is certainly not essential to have...  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review, Ben from South Africa talks about his experience of taking an online TESOL course with ITTT and how he is looking forward to starting his teaching career overseas now he is a qualified English teacher. Earning a TESOL qualification with ITTT gives you the opportunity to see the world while also earning a living. 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. This unit was about four tenses: past simple, past continuous, past perfect, past...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Mengquan Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Changde Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. The English language is the most spoken language in the world. Students of various ages and nationalities strive to learn the language. But is it really necessary to learn English? Can English influence a student's future career? The answer to both of these questions is yes. In our fast-paced moving world, the need for global communication keeps rising. More and...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Lǜzhou Nongchang? Are you interested in teaching English in Huangshi Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. The series of activities or the lifelong process of developing one’s career are defined as career development. One’s career is crucial to obtain the maximum benefits through the development of each. Teaching career is massive among other professions because this career’s strengths directly affect to the offspring’s future. Needs of the teacher career...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in YangmeishAn Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Chenzhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Career development is a process of improving one’s self based on their chosen career path. This is a lifelong process. There is no time limit, however, skills should be met and strengthened as efficiently as possible. One's adaptability, capacity to work under pressure, ability to work with minimal supervision, analytical, and social skills are crucial in any...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Shimeitang Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Changde Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. What defines teachers’ success? There is no one thing teachers can do in order to be successful. Success is not defined by just one aspect. Students, the learning experience, classroom environment, relationship between teachers and their students, assessments and outcome can all define the success of teachers and their teaching career. If the students have...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Shangxing Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Changzhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. How can English influence a student's future career? Speaking of career, I would like to indicate that, if a person desires to achieve huge achievements at different stages in the career path, he or she must accomplish three things: discovering your true value and interests to set a clear goal, cultivating advanced and new skills to catch up with the industry...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Shanghuang Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Changzhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. How can English influence a student's future career? Speaking of career, I would like to indicate that, if a person desires to achieve huge achievements at different stages in the career path, he or she must accomplish three things: discovering your true value and interests to set a clear goal, cultivating advanced and new skills to catch up with the industry...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Renhe Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Huai'an Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. The English language is now considered the fastest growing global language in the World. It has become the most commonly spoken language and is considered to be one of the most influential languages. Due to the major interest in the English language, it is now being spoken by more than 1.75 billion people worldwide. It has been predicted that by the end of this year,...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Huangxing Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Changsha Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. In today’s globalized world, English is definitely the most widely spoken language; it is also the language of business, science and research, and technology. The need for English learning has dramatically been increased and thus the need for ESL qualified teachers. As a consequence Parents have become aware of the importance of English language for their...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Luoqiao Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Yancheng Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Teaching English in a foreign country is a fascinating and exciting career, relatively easy to get into, but also very easy to fall out of if one does not get started properly. For instance, if a teacher in the early stages of their career fails to discern the cultural expectations of a teacher in that country, ignores proper business etiquette, or just discovers...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Hongqiao Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Taizhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. There are multiple components involved in building a successful teaching career. Being “successful,” in this context, generally involves having a lengthy career, enjoying it and, of course, being a highly effective educator and good influence on your students. These three components and how to achieve them are discussed in the following short essay. Managing to...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Liuliping Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Shiyan Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. In China, there’s an old saying: Destiny can be changed by your knowledge. English, is not only a tool to become knowledgeable but also a skill that helps you to get a better career development. English can expand students’ vision. There’s no doubt that there are more and more industries involve using English with the development of globalization. For...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in ShAgang Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Jingzhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. I have been teaching for almost 5 years now. My teaching career, I should say is in the beginner level. But I rather call it the aspirational level. At this level, I am in the stage of acquiring different qualifications to have more advantage and gain wider scope in teaching. But as I seek more qualifications, I slowly understand of what is important for early...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Yancheng Shi? Are you interested in teaching English in Yancheng Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Check out which city/town you may be more interested in and start your journey| One of the main goals of education is to promote life-long learning The way a teacher communicates with his/her students affects the way students communicate with their teacher Introduction It has never been easy being in a new environment regardless of how old you are There are various...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Ouchi Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Jingzhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. In recent generations the English language has merged as the language of choice for international interactions and transactions amongst individuals due to globalization and the use of technology in communications and business. Many people from around the world, especially those from non-English speaking countries find it more and more necessary to complement their...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Jinbaotun Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Tongliao Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Imagine a job you look forward to participate in everyday. Perhaps you don’t have to “go” anywhere, but merely log onto a website and begin. The convenience alone is worth its weight in gold. Or perhaps you hear the playful chatter of children and you realize “I will be teaching them to speak English later today.”, Knowing that by learning this skill,...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Xinlong Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Yongzhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. English is one of the topmost spoken languages in the world along with languages such as Spanish and Mandarin. Just as being an EFL teacher can open many opportunities throughout the world for teachers, learning English as a foreign language can greatly impact students, and help them gain access to new avenues in their careers. Language is what allows us to...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Najitun Nongchang? Are you interested in teaching English in Hulunbei'er Shi — Hulunbuir? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Kendall Sholtess TEFL Course 14 January 2020 Why Every EFL Teacher Should Complete a TEFL Course Taking a TEFL course should be the hallmark of every new EFL teacher’s career. The lessons learned in a TEFL course can help new teachers avoid many mistakes in teaching, and in general make her/him a more effective teacher from the get-go. This...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in BAyannaoershizhongtAn Nongchang? Are you interested in teaching English in Bayannao'er Shi — Bayan Nur? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. There are many ways that one can build a successful teaching career. Early on, in the stages of choosing this vocation, I feel it is crucial to possess two very important intentions towards becoming a teacher. One needs to not only have a love of children, but also a love of learning. This decision needs not to just be a...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Xiadian Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Xiaogan Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. In the current world we live in being able to communicate is a massive factor in the making of one's career success. English is an internationally recognized standard for communication at the work place. There are many reasons why we should learn English. There are many reasons why being able to communicate effectively and clearly in English can affect a student's...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in LǚjiAping Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Huaihua Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Considering how to build a successful teaching career is no different than similar considerations for any other profession. Before beginning such a consideration, however, one must first ponder what success looks like. What is your conception of a successful teaching career? After resolving my definition of “success” I’m left with three primary factors to...  [Read more]