How To Teach Esl To Kindergarten Students

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Children learn fast, that is a fact. Learning a language is their natural skill, which they are born with. We all have gone through that process. There is no teacher needed to teach a kid how to speak, there is no teacher needed to teach a kid how to pronounce e.t.c. Mothers and fathers are not teachers, but they teach their kids how to speak, or maybe kids learn by themselves? In my opinion, communication is one of the very basic needs, which comes naturally. Children need to talk to their mothers, fathers and other people who are around them. Speaking is a result of listening and observing – in this case, family members. Kids learn from people in their environment, that is why it becomes so popular to hire a...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Imagine what a child may feel when going to kindergarten for the first time. The new environment tends to be intimidating. EFL kindergartens are even more so due to foreign faces that speak foreign languages. In this essay, I’m going to talk about important aspects teachers need to embrace when teaching EFL in a kindergarten. I will refer specifically to the advantages of using play, establishing an environment of clear rules and the language enrichment that comes with oral storytelling. These ideas stem from my +5 years of teaching EFL in international kindergartens in China. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ilsa A. Building rapport with children in a second language, without...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Destinations China is a great destination to start your ESL teaching career as the country offers a lot of job opportunities, high salaries and employers usually don't require many years of teaching experience. However a lot of teachers wanting to teach there have no idea how to look for a suitable position in China. Here are the top 4 tips how to find a teaching job in China. Also read: 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in China Since Google is not accessible in China, you won't find many available jobs there. Therefore, I suggest you create a profile on LinkedIn and indicate that you are looking for a job in China. Chinese agents and HR managers will quickly reach out to you and will invite you to talk on WeChat (a...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas First, let me explain what EFL means. It means English as a Foreign language. We all know childhood is the best time in everyone’s life. Firstly, children are taken care of by their parents. Parents provide love, food, clothing, and knowledge. They want their children to have the beast, so they can be the best. Secondly, children are taken to school and put into the care of teachers. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph Thomas C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Kindergarten teachers, in my opinion, always have to wear a smile. It doesn’t matter if the teacher is having a bad day or not, they always need to show a happy...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their knowledge and ideas on how to organize teaching to achieve better results with kindergarten learners. They explain the difference between two popular teaching approaches. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article was written by a course graduate who shares their personal knowledge and experience in teaching ESL to kindergarten level students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on different types of tests for the sake of evaluating and assessing students' knowledge. ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching English as a foreign or second language in Kindergarten is an optimal opportunity for the children. In addition to the gratifying feeling most teachers feel when working with children, children in Kindergarten are still in the early stages of childhood and are receptive to new languages and vocabulary. There are many benefits that come with teaching children and there are various ways to present oneself as a teacher to effectively get the children focused on the tasks at hand. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Adriadna F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Children have their advantages as a class to teach. They have...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of phonics and phonetics in Early Childhood Education. Our TEFL graduate explains how to teach phonics correctly and effectively. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of family in ESL education. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL alumna explains what benefits and challenges can be faced by English teachers in lesson planning. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how to get ready for working with students representing other cultures. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how teachers' performance influences students' learning. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to utilize the difference between group and individual teaching. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Every TEFL student enjoys their own unique experience, both during and after their course. In this post, an ITTT graduate talks about their own journey from EFL student to EFL teacher. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who explained how you could benefit from taking a TEFL course. Elizaveta Pachina Destinations Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their experience of teaching ESL students in China. Jon ITTT ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how to get ready for working with students representing other cultures. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how teachers' performance influences students' learning. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to utilize the difference between group and individual teaching. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate...  [Read more]

Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Puppets can serve as a wonderful pedagogical tool in the ESL classroom. Young children are very familiar with them since puppets play a large role in the world of children’s imaginative play, and they have become widely accepted as a pedagogical tool because they are valuable in serving as an anchor in overcoming the language barrier. Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you a non-native English teacher? Is your English level quite advanced, but you still make mistakes that bother you as a teacher? This live stream is for you! Liza will share her experience on mastering grammar and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Learning a new language is not an easy task, regardless of the age it is learned at. Typically it is a little easier to learn languages at a young age, as most of the learning process is done subconsciously and most activities are geared to be fun and informative. It is important to begin learning languages at a young age and begin to stimulate the different parts of the brain involved in language processing. Therefore it is important to begin learning English as a foreign language in kindergarten classes. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Melanie D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaching a young beginner class can be...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on teaching students with challenging behavior. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on implementing Behavioral and Cognitive Development theory in the teaching. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This guest post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on how an English teacher can help their students increase their level of motivation. Linda Dunsmore ...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas One of the key skills you will learn during a TEFL certification course is lesson planning. In this post, an ITTT graduate shares the first lesson plan she created in her first job as an ESL teacher. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate sharing his thoughts on the global power of English. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate sharing her thoughts on the roles a teacher may have in an ESL classroom. Elizaveta...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Today studying English is one of the most important and prospective goals of the modern world. The age of students has changed and parents are trying to start their children learning a foreign language as early as possible. Preschool-aged children are the most favorable for this activity. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Olga O. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Early education develops the psychological function of the child, meets their intellectual needs, creates a great opportunity to generate interest in the linguistic and cultural diversity of the world; respect for languages and cultures of other peoples. Passion,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to teach confidence to ESL students effectively. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-steps. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how parents can help their children learn English effectively. ✅ Read this article to learn the most important factors. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The average four-year-old has an attention span of eight to 12 minutes. Kindergarteners typically range from four to six years in age so at best, an instructor has approximately 20 minutes in which to work when teaching kindergarten children. Teaching aids are critically important to maintaining the attention of this age group! When teaching four-year-olds their second, third, or fourth language, good teaching aids will keep the child's attention while also simultaneously teaching them critical content. This paper will explore how to create a schedule in an EFL kindergarten classroom. For simplicity sake and congruence of understanding, I will write from the perspective that the kindergarten classroom is a total...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the Montessori Approach to teach reading to ESL students. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the importance of English for modern society. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the importance of English for students' future career. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate sharing his reasons for why you should complete a TEFL course. Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate describes important personality types to profile students. Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate sharing his thoughts on the benefits of knowing a student’s native language. Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate sharing her thoughts on the peculiarities of the...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on ESL teaching to young learners and speaks about the advantages, disadvantages and common stereotypes. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who answers the question: What traits should an EFL teacher have in teaching one-to-one Business English? Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate considers the differences between American and British English. Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences ...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on ESL teaching to young learners and speaks about the advantages, disadvantages and common stereotypes. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who answers the question: What traits should an EFL teacher have in teaching one-to-one Business English? Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate considers the differences between American and British English. Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to motivate business English students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the communicative approach to teaching grammar. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the ways teachers need to adjust to their students' age and abilities. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on drilling as a...  [Read more]

Gianluca Costa Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences If you are thinking of moving to Hong Kong to teach English, this article is a great overview of how an ESL teacher's life in Hong Kong can be. English is widely spoken in Hong Kong, and even young children start their English education very early. Many parents place their children in English institutions early on, which shows how important English education is in Hong Kong. That's why Hong Kong offers many opportunities for ESL teachers, and you can find placements in a variety of school settings, from kindergartens, learning centers to private tutoring lessons. Most schools expect you to be in your classroom at 8:30, ready to welcome the...  [Read more]

Tho Nguyen Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the advantages of 1-on-1 home tutoring over conventional methods in Vietnam. Learn how personalized attention can improve self-esteem, address learning disabilities, and shorten the learning curve for students. Read this blog post to find out how small changes can make a big difference in a student's education. Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Explore the best countries in Europe for teaching ESL: from job opportunities to cultural immersion experiences, find your perfect destination to teach and travel. Federico Riva ...  [Read more]

Charlotte Lam Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you teaching children via zoom? Here are 6 fun zoom teaching ideas for kids that will engage them and make your virtual classroom more interactive! Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Every classroom is filled with a variety of different kinds of students. In this blog post, we discuss how to deal with different types of students. Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas No matter how seasoned and confident a teacher is, there are occasions specifically before starting a new class that every teacher might wonder, "what if they don't like...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the problem of TEFL certification and its advantages for the career. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to teach slang and why is it important for EFL students? Our TEFL certified alumna shares their thoughts and experience. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article is devoted to the problem of motivation in an EFL classroom. Our TEFL alumna shares their thoughts on the point. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers rapport...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The role of a kindergarten teacher can be very challenging yet highly rewarding. This is usually the first time that children have left the safety, comfort and familiarity of their own home and families, and it is often the first time that they have direct and regular contact with a second language that is completely foreign to them. This new environment needs to ensure that the children are completely at ease and ready to begin their language learning journey. So, what are the best methods for teaching EFL in a kindergarten? This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Chen M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences In this article, an ITTT TEFL course graduate shares her experience teaching English in South Korea and how this made her pursue a career in teaching English long-term. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences In this article, an ITTT TEFL course graduate discusses the benefit of games in the classroom and how it can help with foreign language speaking anxiety. Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences In this article, an ITTT TEFL course graduate discusses the difference between teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) and teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL). Jon ITTT Alumni...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to keep ESL students motivated. ✅ Read this article to learn the three easy steps. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to manage a classroom of pre-schoolers effectively. ✅ Read this article to learn the three easy steps. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to manage a classroom of pre-schoolers effectively. ✅ Read this article to learn the three easy steps. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to teach vocabulary to ESL students effectively. ✅ Read this article to learn the three easy steps. Caroline Chartier Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]