Places In Japan To Live

Whether you are new to teaching or you have years of experience, finding somewhere comfortable and safe to live is often a top priority. The chances are that you will not be the first foreign teacher to live and work in the area so there are likely to be a few common options to choose from. Below we look at the basics regarding accommodation when teaching English abroad. In a lot of cases, finding suitable accommodation is not a problem as it can often be included as part of the teacher?s benefit package. If you have a teaching job in China, South Korea, or the Middle East, there is every chance that you will receive free or subsidized accommodation. Government-run recruitment schemes such as Japan's Jet Program also typically include some form of accommodation in the contract. While...  [Read more]

If you have researched teaching English abroad, you might have found stories suggesting that it is impossible for US citizens to find ESL teaching jobs in Europe. However, this is not the case as a high demand for foreign teachers in many countries means there are plenty of great opportunities for American teachers in Europe. Language schools in many areas are always on the lookout for native English speaking Americans with a TESOL qualification to fill their vacant positions. At anytime you will find thousands of US citizens teaching in major European cities such as Rome, Madrid, Berlin, Moscow, and Prague. In many Western European countries there is a preference for British English in some schools and excessive bureaucracy can also be responsible for restrictions on US born...  [Read more]

There are many different locations available to anyone who is looking to teach English abroad. Some people make their decision based on the potential salaries on offer, while others might be more focused on cultural aspects or lifestyle. There are pros and cons to be considered for every region and individual country, so below we have outlined the most popular options to help you towards your final decision. In terms of job numbers, Asia is by far the most popular region for ESL teachers. This huge continent offers a wide variety of opportunities across all kinds of environments. Jobs are plentiful in major modern cities such as Tokyo, Seoul and Beijing, while those looking for a slower pace of life are equally spoilt for choice in parts of Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam, to mention...  [Read more]

If you want to join the tens of thousands of people who are teaching ESL in China right now, the first decision to make is which location would suit you best. The largest markets for foreign teachers are in the two big cities of Beijing and Shanghai. However, there are another 150 other cities with a population of over one million people, where ESL jobs can also be found. Shanghai is a truly vast city with a population of over 20 million people. Across the city there are countless potential employers, particularly in the field of business related English. As jobs are so widespread and the salaries are generally very competitive, Shanghai is one of the most popular teaching destinations anywhere in Asia. The city?s population is swelled by a huge number of expats from all over the...  [Read more]

Teaching English in a voluntary role is a very popular choice with TESOL course graduates. There are a wide variety of different options available, located across many countries worldwide. Below we take a closer look at some of the main questions you might have about volunteer teaching, in order to help you decide where the best places to teach English as a volunteer might be. There are plenty of great reasons to volunteer as an ESL teacher and everyone who does it has their own motivations. Some of the most common reasons include: The bottom line is that volunteer teaching programs are available on almost every continent and within dozens of individual countries. As there are too many different options to mention, the best advice is to do an online search of the countries that...  [Read more]

Every year thousands of foreign ESL teachers head to Japan as jobs are widespread in towns and cities across the country. The average salary is enough to live well and still save and the cultural and social aspects of the country are unlike anywhere else on Earth. If you have already decided that Japan is for you, it might not be quite so easy to decide on exactly which part of it to call home. Every city will have plenty of potential options and quieter areas will also offer a change from the normal hectic pace of city life. Although it would be hard to make a bad choice of destination in Japan, we recommend the following options based on the local job market and the experiences of our previous course graduates. It is no surprise that Japan’s largest urban area is at the top of...  [Read more]

Opportunities for teaching English in Spain are varied and widespread, with potential job options available in almost every small, medium and large city in the country. However, deciding which one of these is the right choice for you can be difficult without actually visiting the country first. If you have the time and funds it can be a great idea to head to Spain and then decide on a location once you are on the ground, but for most teachers this is not a realistic option. Instead, have a read through the following list to see if anywhere of these popular spots fits the bill. The Spanish capital is home to over 3 million people and there are enough of them learning English right now to ensure that ESL teaching jobs are not hard to find. Public schools and private language centers...  [Read more]

  Would you like to live and work abroad? With a TEFL or TESOL certificate you can work and live abroad, Teaching English as a Foreign Language or Teaching English as a Second Language. Check out ITTT's courses and start a new life with a TEFL or TESOL certification! 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 Units focus is on the use of Course Books, Materials and Teaching Aids that you can utilize to efficiently teach your clas. These sorts of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Course TESOL Organisations 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: T.P. - Greece said: This course has really opened my eyes to the different ways a teacher can help students absorb information. I feel like I have gained a lot of knowledge on how to make a course fun, yet challenging and informative. After taking this course, I feel confident that I can organize a class and even a course from scratch with my own ideas and access to various other materials. I also feel like I can make a course exciting and give life to it which is beneficial for both the students and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost Inclass 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: A.H. – U.S.A. said: The course has made me more confident going into the classroom and teaching students english Language. The different teaching methods from the course have given me insight about teaching students of different ages and levels. I feel more confident teachings student’s grammar and pronunciation. I will definitely be looking through the course material again as I start my teaching career. I will use the material to better utilize time in a classroom and to help students learn english as much...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Class TESOL Online 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: P.M. – Laos said: The most valuable thing I’ve gained from this course is lesson planning. I’ve never planned any of my lessons before. I thought lesson planning was a waste of time. Now I plan to use a lesson plan for most of my classes. I’ve learned how to use the course book and real material to their greatest effect. I will not rely too much on the course book and use more real material in the classroom. Finally, I’ve learned not to use the student’s native language too much during the lesson. I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Agency Comprehensive 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: R. G. - U.S.A. said: For one, I have gained a greater respect for the complexity of the english language. I use english every day, but until I studied language in another country, I never really thought about how difficult it would be to study. This former thought was blown out of the water by this course. To teach english, I, in effect, had to learn english again during the course of this certification work. I know how to use english, but until now, I never thought this deeply about how the language is...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Accreditation Higher 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: V.S. – Finland said: The course has been short but insightful. I enjoyed the practical examples that cleared up many theoretical explanations. I found the activity tips and links very useful, they have already helped me a lot when planning some lessons. I think the different lesson structures (ESA etc.) will be very much in use, not only when teaching english but maybe also with other subject. I think I will try to detailed lesson plans, especially at the beginning and if I will be teaching groups. ...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Exam 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: P.C. – Japan said: This course was structured very well. I have practiced lots of grammar which I don’t use so often. Different teaching skills in this course is very useful to us. I am planning to use my TEFL learning in my monolingual classes next year. Although it will be my first experience but whatever I’ve learned in this course I can use it effectively. This course has covered lot of different areas of english language which is very useful to a new or an experienced teacher. This course...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Comprehensive TESOL School 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: S.M. – U.S.A. said: I must say that what I have gained from this has been invaluable in so many ways. First off, taking an online course was far from anything that I ever thought I would do. This has been a challenge in so many ways it is nothing short of a miracle that I am at this point in the course. Being a professional procrastinator I had doubts that I would ever complete the course. With the encouragement and support of Tania I am nearing completion. Most importantly I have a new appreciation...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Easy 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.H. & M.B. – Malaysia said: Prior to completing the units in this course, I had put some thought into teaching english as a foreign language. But now I see that I didn’t put the right thoughts into it. Previously, I had thought about needing to brush up on grammar, tenses, and parts of speech, since it has been a long time since I’ve studied those things. I had also thought about approaching teaching lessons in english the same way that I have been taught foreign languages in the past. Unfortunately, most of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Fast TESOL Program 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: A.S. – U.S.A. said: I have learned so much from this course. In particular, I will definitely be using the lesson plan format to help guide how I structure my classes. Understanding the activities involved in ESA lessons and how they build off one another will help me keep my lessons on target and balanced between engaging the students, having them study, and activating their skills. I think in the past, I have been so concerned with study activities that I forgot you need to get students interested first and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about College TESOL Fees 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: D.B. - Egypt said: I have learned a great deal in this course. I now have a more complete knowledge and understanding of english grammar and concepts such as the passive, reported english, and the various verb forms are more easily described and explained. The grammatical formulas provided will also undoubtedly be useful in the future. With this information, I am now better prepared to teach it as I now have a stronger grasp of the elements of the english language. More importantly, I have learned how to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about College Easy 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: K.M. – U.S.A. said: In this course, the three things I personally gained that will stick with me going forward are planning skills, understanding how people learn, and how to effectively teach with that understanding. In my past teaching experience, I was much more of a 'just wing it' kind of guy. I would put together some loose plans, but that was about it. After going through this course, I have learned how effective proper lesson planning really is, I can see its intrinsic value. Not only for myself but...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Inexpensive TESOL Language 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: P.P. - United Kingdom said: I have gained a deeper knowledge of the english language and a real understanding of how to use this to teach students wanting to learn english. I found some units a challenge and from this I have set myself goals to improve these areas, some units served to reinforce skills I already have and enhanced them further and other refreshed areas which have become stale. In all, this course has reopened my mind and helped me refocus on the details which will help the children in my...  [Read more]