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Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas I’ve worked as an online tutor with VIPKid since 2017. I have also taught ESL in a traditional classroom setting. My experience dealing with parents in these two settings drastically differs. When I made the switch to teaching online full-time, I needed to adapt to this new way of interacting with parents. Some online teaching companies offer classes with multiple students. Working for VIPKid, however, I only have experience in the online classroom where the teacher is one-on-one with the student. In a one-on-one classroom setting the teacher will either be alone with the student, the student and a parent, or in some cases the student and multiple parents. I’m going to talk...  [Read more]

Anna Domiczek TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English language learners at the preschool level comprise a significant percentage of all online. The number of ESL students is going to continue to increase in the coming years, and teachers who are interested in teaching ESL online/abroad need to be prepared to offer quality, age-appropriate English instruction. According to the data available, the early years English learning market in China is going to see considerable growth because the younger generation of parents have a high awareness of the benefits that English learning provides. Similarly, parents across the world are recognizing the advantages of learning a foreign language at an...  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas If you are a teacher of a foreign language, you should take a look at this overview of Stephen Krashen's theories of second language acquisition. Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you planning on teaching English as a foreign language? Check out this article for tips for using TPR in preschool ESL teaching. Anna Domiczek TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you considering teaching English with VIPKID? Check out this blog post about preschool ESL curriculum components with...  [Read more]

Anna Bondar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Let's take a look at the different types of school meetings most teachers have to go through when teaching English as a foreign language. Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog post, we discover the different types of student assessments that English teachers will face during their teaching careers. Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you planning on teaching English as a foreign language? Check out this article for tips for using TPR in preschool ESL teaching. Anna Domiczek ...  [Read more]

Lourien Prinsloo TEFL Information Alumni Experiences To be proficient in English is perhaps the most essential skill through which one can become truly empowered to communicate. Many countries require more English teachers with the necessary skill and passion for enabling learners to make a difference socially and economically. Lourien Prinsloo TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The majority of battles we face in life can only be fought effectively if we have a clear understanding of the enemy. In this post, I will explain favouritism and offer guidance for preventing favouritism in the classroom. Elaheh...  [Read more]

Lourien Prinsloo TEFL Information Alumni Experiences To be proficient in English is perhaps the most essential skill through which one can become truly empowered to communicate. Many countries require more English teachers with the necessary skill and passion for enabling learners to make a difference socially and economically. Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas According to Plato's answer to the question of how individuals learn new topics, the soul is fully aware of the knowledge at birth. People simply recall and recollect it. During the 20th century, numerous hypotheses have been developed by psychologists in order to clarify and...  [Read more]

{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ [ ] ] } This figure depends on a variety of factors including your qualifications, previous experience and the organization you work for. However, a typical hourly rate for online English teachers can range anywhere from $15 and $30. If, like most online teachers, you choose to work through an agency they will most likely take a cut of your pay as a fee for providing you with students and materials. The most popular teaching platforms for teaching English online include: Magic Ears: provides fun, interactive and efficient online English learning experiences to 4-12-year-old children in China. Magic Ears offers pay that is around 30% higher than the average and you can earn between $18 and...  [Read more]

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1. Introduction to TEFL and TESOL Training 2. Benefits of TEFL and TESOL Certification 3. ITTT's TEFL and TESOL Training Programs 4. Career Opportunities with TEFL and TESOL Certification Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) are certifications that qualify individuals to teach English to non-native speakers. These certifications open up a world of opportunities for those looking to teach English abroad or online. With the demand for English language learning on the rise, TEFL and TESOL certifications have become essential for anyone looking to start a career in teaching English. Obtaining a TEFL or TESOL certification has numerous benefits. Firstly, it provides individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching English online has been a great experience for me. For the past two years, I have been able to provide English lessons to Chinese students between the ages of 4 and 14 through a platform called VIPKID. It is a platform that allows Chinese parents to partner their Children with North American English teachers via the Internet. The platform provides all of the lesson materials that are easy to follow after training and participating in workshops with more knowledgeable teachers. It is an impressive platform that has positively impacted my teaching experience. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sarah Z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Exploring alternative paths to teaching English in Asia without a degree can open doors to exciting opportunities for individuals passionate about language education. While a bachelor's degree is typically a requirement for teaching English as a foreign language in many countries, there are alternative routes for those who may not possess this qualification. From teaching English online to pursuing TEFL certification, there are various avenues to consider for those eager to embark on a fulfilling teaching journey in Asia. 1. Teaching English Online: In the digital age, teaching English online has emerged as a popular and flexible option for educators without a degree. Platforms such as VIPKid, Cambly, and iTutorGroup offer opportunities for individuals to teach English to students around...  [Read more]

1. Introduction to Teaching English Virtually in Norway 2. Benefits of Teaching English Online 3. Requirements for Teaching English Online 4. Steps to Start Teaching English Virtually in Norway Are you looking to start teaching English virtually in Norway? In today's digital age, online teaching has become increasingly popular and accessible. With the right tools and resources, you can connect with students from around the world, including Norway, from the comfort of your own home. Whether you are a seasoned educator or a newcomer to the field, teaching English online can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. In this guide, we will explore the benefits of teaching English online, the requirements for getting started, and the steps you can take to begin your virtual teaching journey in...  [Read more]

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1. Introduction 2. Qualifications and Certifications 3. Technology and Equipment 4. Teaching Platforms and Opportunities Teaching English online has become a popular and flexible way for educators to reach students around the world. As an English teacher based in South Africa, there are several requirements and considerations to keep in mind before embarking on this rewarding journey. Whether you are a seasoned teacher looking to transition to online teaching or a newcomer to the field, understanding the necessary qualifications, technology requirements, and available teaching platforms is essential. One of the first steps to teaching English online from South Africa is obtaining the proper qualifications and certifications. While requirements may vary depending on the platform or company...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Hello everybody, we are just about to start our new live session. Thanks for joining me and while we are waiting for more people to join please let me know that you can hear me clearly and you can see me clearly. There is a comments box so you can use it to communicate with me. I really appreciate it if you use it because when there is interaction during the live session it's always much easier for myself to present it and I feel a little bit more comfortable because I am not just speaking to myself. Let me share the topic of today's session so that everyone can see it. Today we are going to talk about different online teaching platforms. I hope that this topic will be interesting...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences When you start to look around for ways to use your Teaching English as a Foreign Language certificate (TEFL) you begin to find out that there are numerous options available to teachers of English. For many people around the world, learning English as a second language has become necessary for advancement in their jobs, for education and travel as English is quickly becoming the language of the world. For this reason, there are many options when it comes to teaching English. These options include teaching abroad, teaching ESL (English as a Second Language) online and even teaching in your local communities to immigrants. Let’s explore some of these options together. This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Budget and Salary TEFL Information Welcome, I'm Linda from ITTT, and we are doing a live Q&A session today, so let me just check if this is working. Is anybody here if you're here, if you can see me if you can hear me. Please, leave a comment. That would be great so that I know that you are here. And, please, let me know where you guys are tuning in from? I would be super interested to see where you are tuning in from. I'm in South Korea. I'm about an hour and a half outside of Seoul, like in the middle of South Korea in a city called Cheongju. It's not that big. It is quite big, but it's not pretty well known, but um, I've been here for five and a half years already. So, hello, some people are here great! Hi,...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas All right, looks like we're live! Awesome! This is great. So thanks so much for tuning in today for our actually very first Facebook live and I'm super happy to be here with Jessica today from GoOverseas. We're gonna talk today about all things teaching English abroad, online, and everything in between. All things TEFL and TESOL and all that good stuff and I'm actually tuning in live from South Korea where it's 9 00 am Friday and I think Jessica is in Southern California. Right, yep it's 5 p.m here so just starting to get dark. I've actually just realized I'm probably going to need the light before the session is over so i'm going to run and do that now while Linda just explains...  [Read more]