Become An Esl Teacher Online

Online English teaching is a very popular way to earn a living, either full time from home, or part time while traveling the world. The qualifications for becoming an ESL teacher online vary from one platform to the next, but will often include things like a TESOL certification, a university degree, prior teaching experience, and certain technical equipment. Continue reading to learn everything you need to know to land the ideal online teaching job! To become an online English teacher you will typically need a 120-hour TESOL certification from an internationally recognized and accredited institution. If you want potential employers to take your qualifications seriously and consider you for an online teaching position, you must ensure that your certificate comes from a reputable...  [Read more]

In years gone by most training courses required attendance at some form of training center. However, since the explosion of the internet and the wide availability of internet connected devices, online training has gradually become more and more popular. These days online courses have largely become the norm in many fields and they have also become widely accepted by employers as a legitimate route towards qualification. Although there are a few areas where online courses might struggle to replicate their in-class equivalent, online courses are clearly here to stay. If you have made the decision to complete your TESOL training via an online course, the next decision is which one to choose? The first thing to remember is that TESOL courses are normally classified by the average number...  [Read more]

Acronyms are an integral part of all professional and technical communication, effectively serving to minimize word count. However, without knowing what an acronym stands for, it can become a hurdle to comprehension. This holds especially true in the ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching sector, where acronyms abound. Let us decipher some of these, paying particular attention to TESOL. Some useful teaching acronyms are: ELT: English Language Teaching, a broad term referring to teaching English to both native and non-native English speakers. ELL: English Language Learner, a universal term applicable to anyone learning English, regardless of their native language. ESL: English as a Second Language, refers to the process of teaching and learning English for those whose first...  [Read more]

Do you want to teach English, but are not sure if a TESOL certificate will be enough to get you where you want to go? The good news is, most countries do not require a teaching license to teach English, a TESOL certificate is usually enough. In some cases, a bachelor's degree might also be a requirement, but there are many places where this is not an issue. With a quality TESOL certificate from ITTT, you will be able to get ESL teaching jobs in most places around the world. While year-long training and a teaching license is typically required to become a standard teacher in most countries, it is incredibly easy to become a teacher for English as a foreign language in many countries around the world. With a TESOL certificate you can start a career in teaching English in many places,...  [Read more]

  Globalization and the increasing demand for English speaking professionals all over the world, especially in emerging regions, has brought about a new, steadily growing sector: English as a Second Language (ESL). An ESL teacher is, therefore, an educator who works with English Language Learners (ELLs) whose native language is not English. The goal of the ESL teacher is to help the students reach a certain level of fluency in English, on both a spoken and written level. ESL educators are not to be confused with foreign language teachers. ESL teachers do not share the same native language and are specifically trained to offer explanations and directed teaching methods to non-English speakers. This teaching style is mainly focused on repetition, drills, demonstrations, and...  [Read more]

  Globalization and the increasing demand for English speaking professionals all over the world, especially in emerging regions, has brought about a new, steadily growing sector: English as a Second Language (ESL). An ESL teacher is, therefore, an educator who works with English Language Learners (ELLs) whose native language is not English. The goal of the ESL teacher is to help the students reach a certain level of fluency in English, on both a spoken and written level. ESL educators are not to be confused with foreign language teachers. ESL teachers do not share the same native language and are specifically trained to offer explanations and directed teaching methods to non-English speakers. This teaching style is mainly focused on repetition, drills, demonstrations, and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Centre Legit TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: J. T. - France said: Online TEFL courses vs Onsite TEFL coursesToday, the potential ESL/EFL teacher is offered much flexibility when it comes to the consideration of choosing between taking an online TEFL course or an on-site TEFL course. Both options arguably have their advantages and limitations as well as giving different learning experiences, but the goal that both types of courses aim to achieve for the TEFL candidate is common – and that is to produce an efficient and effective teacher of english. It...  [Read more]

The timeline for becoming an ESL teacher will vary for each individual person. However, the journey always starts with a TESOL certification course that provides all the knowledge needed to plan and deliver high-quality lessons in whatever type of classroom you end up working in. Which type of TESOL course you choose to complete will have a big say in how long it will take you to become an ESL teacher. TESOL courses are usually classified by the average number of hours they take to complete, with some being as little as 50 hours or less. These short-format courses offer the chance to get a qualification very quickly, however, they might not be the best approach if you want to have a wide choice of well paid jobs to choose from. Generally speaking, employers of ESL teachers expect to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Obihiro Japan and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: This unit is about the different types of equipment and teaching aids available for use inside and outside of the classroom and gives details on how they work, how they are useful and how to make better use of them for effective teaching and learning. It also provides an extensive list of online resources for students and/or teachers. It is definitely a unit I'll come back to for reference.All the English skills are equally important. But it is necessary for me to figure out how to help my...  [Read more]

  Neda took the 120-hour online TEFL course with tutor support and videos from ITTT. Neda tells us in this TEFL review video that she really enjoyed the course and found the units to be well organized. She thought the videos were very useful especially when completing the tests and tasks throughout the course but she would have liked to make more use of the tutor support. Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION 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]

Check out tefl tesol about Class Courses TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: J.C. - Canada said: New technology in the classroomThere are currently piloted learning studies being conducted in north america to determine the benefits of new technology being integrated in to the classroom. Although new technologies in the classroom seem to be a good idea at the moment, especially in north america, there are a few phenomena which should be explored before the integration can be applied to a majority of ESL classrooms. As with most changes in the classroom, integrating new things can take...  [Read more]

With increased globalization has come an increase in demand for knowledge of the English language in many parts of the world. To meet this demand, teachers of English as a Second Language (ESL) is a sector of the education field that is booming, especially in the developing world. Essentially, an ESL teacher is a professional educator who works with non-native English speakers who have a desire to improve their English skills either by choice or as an obligation of their employment or wider educational program. Unlike foreign language teachers, ESL teachers generally do not share the same native language as their students. They are also specifically trained in techniques suited to teaching non-native English speakers, such as repetition, drills, demonstrations, and visuals. Although...  [Read more]

  Former ESL student Kieu recorded this TEFL review after completing her TEFL course online with ITTT. Already an English teacher, Kiue thought taking the course was the best decision of her career. The course gave her the confidence to apply appropriate teaching methods in her classroom. 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 unit I could review the basic grammar in English, I felt it was a good breath reading to take a look with good...  [Read more]

For some people, teaching English at home or overseas is just a short-term plan to try something new or to earn some extra cash during a gap-year adventure. If this applies to you, then a standard 120-hour TESOL certification course should be sufficient to get you the jobs you need. However, if you are planning to make teaching English a long-term thing or you simply want to have a more thorough understanding of life in an ESL classroom before you start, then one of our extremely popular TESOL course bundles could be the answer. ITTT has several course packages to choose from and each one offers a more in-depth introduction to the world of English language teaching, as well as great value for money. The two courses that make up this bundle offer the perfect introduction to ESL...  [Read more]

Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) provides a great opportunity for English speakers to earn a good living in almost any country worldwide. However, in order to be eligible for most good-quality jobs you will need to have a TESOL certification on your CV/resume. A TESOL course will give you all the necessary skills and knowledge required to get started in the field of ESL teaching. The only qualification you will need to sign up for a TESOL course with ITTT is to be a native or fluent English speaker who is over 18 and keen to learn what it takes to stand in front of a class of students and achieve results. If you want to become TESOL certified it is best to take a course of at least 100 hours of study, as this is the level of training that most international employers are...  [Read more]

Once you have finished your initial TESOL certification course you will probably want to increase your understanding of the English language and your teaching skills in order to be eligible for higher-level jobs that offer better pay and conditions. Below we look at a few ways in which you can move your knowledge and career forward. There are many opportunities through professional development associations, school in-service training (INSET) and other areas such as forums to explore technology tools and resources for ESL instruction. You should endeavor to enhance digital literacy skills and whenever possible, incorporate technology into lesson planning and instructional delivery. It is obviously important to stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in educational...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word whodunit. This word describes a mystery or detective story that can either be a movie, a book, a play or anything to that extend. It is basically a short form of the words Who has done it?, meaning who is the criminal / murder in the story. 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 outlines some of the personality traits and roles teachers and students need in order to become...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflonline.net This ITTT video is the second part of a lesson looking at the structure of the Present Perfect tense. It reviews an example of the structure with a regular verb -- played. I/you/we/they have played. She/He/It has played. The video then examines some of the spelling patterns that are used with irregular verbs. For example, verbs ending with a consonant + y. cry changes to cried, try changes to tried. Another spelling pattern with irregular verbs ending with a consonant + a vowel + a consonant Shop changes to shopped, ship changes to shipped. When teaching this particular point, as with other grammar points, it is important to explain to students that there are exceptions to most rules in the English language. Where specific patterns exist we...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Locations Intensive TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Z.M. – U.S.A. said: I have learned so much really. The verb tenses and conditional sections were very valuable to me, as I really needed the review of all these facets of english that we native-speakers rarely think of or talk about in passing. Some of the assignments were difficult for me, as I was very rusty about many of these things. However, I feel I made a lot of progress in all areas that I was weak in. I believe this course will also help me as I embark upon my second Master's degree I am...  [Read more]

If you are TESOL certified and have worked as an English language teacher for sometime, you might be thinking about branching out into another area of the ESL teaching profession. One possible option is to become a TESOL trainer who is responsible for guiding the next generation of teachers through their certification courses. This can be a very rewarding job that is often well paid, and it can even be a route into higher management positions or even a step on the way to setting up your own language school. First and foremost you will need to have completed a TESOL certification course as this will give you an insight into what the job involves. You will also need all the skills and knowledge that the course covers in order to pass that on to your future trainees. While successful...  [Read more]