Tefl Hours

TESOL stands for: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which is also commonly referred to as TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language). Whilst these two terms have slight technical differences they are generally used interchangeably within the industry to say the same thing. The first distinction in certification types comes about from the differences between an in-class course, an online course, and a combined (or hybrid) course. In-class courses are undertaken at a physical location, somewhere in the world. These locations are typically in countries where English is not the first language, but many people are learning it. This means there are plenty of English language learners (ELL’s) available for real teaching lessons, which is a very useful addition to these...  [Read more]

Even a quick bit of online research will reveal that there are many different options for TESOL certification, all with a varying number of study hours. Unfortunately, as each course provider is free to design their own courses, it can be hard to know which course is the right fit for you. A good place to start is to decide what you want to achieve with your TESOL qualification? Many people are drawn by the opportunity to spend time helping others by volunteering as an ESL teacher. In many countries there is a need for qualified teachers to provide English language instruction that will help disadvantaged people to find jobs within the tourism industry or other local businesses. The skills and knowledge necessary for this type of position are covered in short-format TESOL courses. A...  [Read more]

Before we go any further with this question, we first need to make an important distinction. Your number of teaching hours (known as contact hours) will not be the same as the number of hours you will be expected to actually be in school (known as contract hours). Most teaching jobs include admin duties on top of the actual teaching time. We also need to make it clear that different types of ESL teaching jobs have different typical classroom hours. Here we look at the three most common types of jobs available. In the majority of cases, overseas schools work normal office hours. This means that you should expect to be in school, Monday to Friday, from around 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. This rough timetable adds up to around 40 hours per week. Of course, not all those hours will be...  [Read more]

Typical working hours for TEFL teachers abroad can vary significantly depending on the country, type of institution, and specific job requirements. In general, TEFL teachers can expect to work anywhere from 20 to 35 hours per week, with additional time needed for lesson planning, grading, and professional development. It is essential for TEFL teachers to understand the factors that influence their working hours and to develop strategies for managing workload and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Factors that influence the working hours of TEFL teachers abroad include the type of institution they work for, such as language schools, public schools, or private tutoring centers. Language schools typically offer a set schedule of classes throughout the day, while public schools may have...  [Read more]

Unlock endless opportunities with our 120-hour online TEFL certification course by ITTT. Learn how to teach English as a foreign language and embark on a rewarding career worldwide. Our comprehensive program provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field of education. Join us and become a certified TEFL teacher today! 1. Why Choose ITTT for Your TEFL Certification? 2. Course Overview 3. Benefits of Our 120-Hour TEFL Certification 4. How to Enroll When it comes to pursuing a career in teaching English as a foreign language, choosing the right certification course is crucial. ITTT is a globally recognized leader in TEFL and TESOL training, with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Our 120-hour online TEFL certification course is designed to equip you with...  [Read more]

Unlocking Your Potential with ITTT's Online 120-Hour TEFL Certification Program 1. Why Choose ITTT for Your TEFL Certification? 2. What Sets ITTT Apart from Other TEFL Providers? 3. The Benefits of Obtaining a TEFL Certification 4. How to Get Started with ITTT's Online 120-Hour TEFL Certification Program Are you passionate about teaching and eager to explore the world of English language education? Look no further than ITTT's Online 120-Hour TEFL Certification Program. With ITTT, you can unlock a world of opportunities and take your teaching career to new heights. ITTT, short for International TEFL and TESOL Training, has been a global leader in providing top-quality TEFL and TESOL certification courses since 1993. With over 25 years of experience, ITTT has helped thousands of aspiring...  [Read more]

When looking for a teaching position, many teachers wonder if a 120-hour TESOL certificate is sufficient to teach in a classroom or online. It may appear that it is not enough time to become a competent teacher, but we assure you that it is possible. Most ESL employers and schools will require at least 120 hours of training before you can apply for teaching positions. Some employers may even require classroom experience in addition to the 120 hours of study. There are several TESOL courses that include this number of study hours as well as some level of classroom practice, making them ideal for jobs that require experience. A 120-hour TESOL course is a training program for English speakers who want to teach English abroad or online. The term "120 hours" refers to a 120-hour...  [Read more]

Unlock Exciting Opportunities with Our Online 120-hour TESOL Certification Program 1. Why Choose Our Online TESOL Certification Program 2. What You Will Learn 3. Program Structure and Curriculum 4. How to Get Started Are you looking to embark on an exciting journey teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL) around the globe? Look no further than our Online 120-hour TESOL Certification Program. This comprehensive course, provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field of English language teaching. Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to enhance your qualifications or a complete beginner eager to start a new career, our TESOL certification program is...  [Read more]

  ITTT's 220-hour TEFL/TESOL Master Package consists of three fully accredited TEFL/TESOL certifications.The 120-hour TEFL/TESOL course, as well as our two 50-hour certification courses in teaching English to young learners (CTEYL) and teaching Business English (CTBE) are included in this smart course package. 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 concerned about the different teaching techniques for different learners? groups as they...  [Read more]

  The 120-hour TEFL/TESOL online certification course is our most popular course format. Complete 20 exciting units on teaching English as a foreign language and receive your hard-copy embossed TEFL/TESOL certificate via mail. This certification enables you to travel the world and live abroad teaching English. 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. False Beginners Beginners that have already studied some English at some point in their lif. Most of...  [Read more]

Unlock Your Potential with Our Online 120-hour TESOL Certification Course Embark on a fulfilling journey towards a rewarding career in teaching English as a foreign language with our comprehensive 120-hour TESOL certification course. Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to expand your skill set or someone with a passion for teaching seeking a new adventure, our internationally recognized program is designed to equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge to excel in the field of English language teaching. From learning the fundamentals of language acquisition to mastering classroom management techniques, our course covers a wide range of topics essential for effective teaching. With a focus on practical skills and real-life scenarios, you will have the opportunity to apply what...  [Read more]

If you conduct some simple online research about teaching English abroad you might well come across teachers talking about bad experiences they have had with employers. Although the vast majority of schools worldwide treat their teachers well, there are always going to be a few badly run establishments that you will want to avoid. One of the best ways to do this is to ensure you ask the right questions during your job interview. So what are the right questions to ask the employer during an interview? Every school has its own expectations when it comes to the amount of extra work that is required outside of normal classroom hours. You might have to write regular reports on your students, attend staff meetings, meet with parents to discuss progress, present lesson plans to management...  [Read more]

In order to compare our range of TESOL courses with other qualifications we have developed our course-level framework which runs from level 3 to level 7. On this scale most employers will expect their job applicants to have completed a level 4 course as this includes at least 100 hours of course study. However, if you want to start your teaching journey further up the ladder, a level 5 course would put you in a level of certification that is above the average for TESOL qualified teachers worldwide. Unfortunately, there is no one single framework that represents the different levels of qualifications available within the world of ESL teaching. At ITTT we have developed our course-level framework using the same basic criteria as most other countries or organizations, i.e, what type of...  [Read more]

All TESOL courses provided by ITTT, and most other course providers, are separated into individual sections or modules in order to make the content easier to digest and to retain after the course is complete. Each course contains multiple modules covering all the most important areas of English language teaching, including various grammar points, a range of classroom skills, and lesson planning strategies, to name just a few. This course design should allow you to work through the materials smoothly and ensure that most of the information covered is still fresh in your mind when you start your first day in your first ESL teaching job. However, as most TESOL course providers, including ITTT, offer many different course options to suit various personal goals and scenarios, there is no...  [Read more]

France, like many other countries in the region, can often be a difficult place for non-EU citizens to find teaching jobs. Employers often prefer to hire teachers with an EU passport, rather than go through the difficult process of applying for a work permit. One popular alternative route for non-EU teachers is to apply for a student visa as these allow you to work for a set number of hours each week. Although the legal amount of teaching hours is limited with a student visa, many teachers also take on a few private students in their free time to top up their income. Applications for a student visa should be made in your country at least four weeks prior to your departure date. Required documents include a passport that is valid for at least six months after you plan to leave France...  [Read more]

The most comprehensive course option offered by ITTT is the 550-hour Expert Package with tutor support. It covers a complete spectrum of TESOL skills that teachers of English as a foreign language can use in most classroom situations. The 550-hour Expert Package fully prepares course graduates so they are ready to tackle a wide range of future teaching and management roles at home or overseas. This extensive package consists of six course components: The 120-hour TESOL course (Part 1 of the package) must be completed first, however, parts 2 to 6 can be taken in any order you decide. After successfully completing the 120-hour course you will have the option of receiving a 120-hour certificate then five further individual certificates for each section successfully completed (there is an...  [Read more]

How much you can make as an online English teacher is dependent on several factors, such as your level of teaching qualifications, your previous teaching experience, and the individual platform that you work for. Although some online ESL teachers work on a freelance basis, most work through some type of agency and these typically pay an hourly rate of anything between $15 and $30 on average. It is worth remembering that many of these agencies will take a cut of your income in return for providing you with students and teaching materials. How much you actually work when teaching English online is generally up to you. Most employers are happy for you to decide your number of working hours and even the times you are online. Because of this flexibility, most online ESL teachers can...  [Read more]

When it comes to choosing the best online TESOL certification course you need to consider all the main options, what you want the qualification for, and what you hope to achieve with it once certified. First we will look at all the main online course options. The different types of online courses are easily separated by the average number of hours they require to complete them. Weekend courses: These are often marketed as “taster courses” and are done mainly at weekends to give those who are already employed a chance to see what TESOL is about. Due to time constraints (they usually last about 10 hours in total) there is limited material covered in terms of teaching and learning, but they can be useful to help you decide if doing a full course would be worthwhile for you. Short...  [Read more]

If you are considering taking an English certification course, one of the key factors you may be curious about is the duration of the program. The length of an English certification course can vary depending on several factors such as the type of course, the intensity of the program, and the provider. In this guide, we will explore the typical durations of English certification courses offered by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), a leading provider of online TEFL and TESOL courses. ITTT offers comprehensive online courses for individuals looking to earn their TEFL or TESOL certification. These courses are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to teach English as a foreign language effectively. The duration of ITTT's online courses can range from 60...  [Read more]

Acronyms associated with English language learners include ESL, EFL and ESOL. They all essentially mean the same thing in that these are learners of English, whose first or native language is not English. The teaching of these learners produces a new set of acronyms which have ‘Teaching’ at the start. Hence we have TESL, TEFL and TESOL for the teaching acronyms. Most employers around the world require some form of teaching certification for you to be employed as a teacher. This is true of both government based schools, private language centers and many online teaching companies. There are three general routes to this type of certification, which are; These are taken at some location in the world, typically in a country where English is not the native language. They often require...  [Read more]