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How Do I Start a TEFL Adventure of My Own?
- i-to-i
- May 02, 2013
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Hi Chalkboarders! If you’re here because you’re ‘getting a feel’ for the TEFL world and you’re keen to know a little bit more about this ‘getting paid to travel the world’ business then look no further – the i-to-i team have compiled a list JUST FOR YOU to help get your TEFL adventure started! 1) Step One - Self-reflection This is one of the most important steps (and often missed out), before you head off,...
Asia without an internship
- edelk
- Apr 15, 2013
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I really want to get some experience working in a school in Asia. I already have my 120 hour online course so i don't think there is much point in going on an internship. I will have to wait for my degree to come through in October so i was wondering does anyone have any good schools in Asia that would be looking for teachers starting in late September/October ?? Thanks, Edel.
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Menten schools China.
- vic2012
- Mar 30, 2013
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If you are looking for a post in China Meten is an English school run from shopping malls with small classes and great support. As North and South Korea are squaring up for a fight we might even get a ringside seat for the start of world war three here!
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Business English Teachers!
- HelenHargreave
- Mar 19, 2013
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Calling all Business English Teachers! We're being a bit nosy today and wondering how you're all getting on...so we've got a few questions to ask Business English teachers and also teachers to professionals! What advice would you give to someone starting out in the field? How is teaching Business English different to teaching in a school/academy? What obstacles have you overcome and how? How do you keep lessons fun? How did you market yourself? We're...
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AYC anyone?
- maried2012
- Mar 15, 2013
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Loads seems to have happened in the space of 5 months, since I started my TEFL course! I had an interview with Love TEFL, declined their offer because it was a one year contract and I want to go for only one semester, but luckily they're working for AYC who have 5 month placements, and I have a contract waiting to be signed on my bedside table right now! Does anyone have any experience...
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10,000 Loy Krathong (Yi Peng) Festival Lanterns Getting Released
Loy Krathong ( Yi Peng ) Festival lanterns called "khom fai" being released in Mae Jo, near Chiang Mai, Thailand, 2008 See photos here: http://www.nikdaum.co...
Introducing the Brand New TEFL Jobs Board from i-to-i TEFL!
That's right! We've launched a brand new TEFL Jobs Board and the good news is that it's totally free to use! You can apply for as many TEFL jobs as you like, safe in the knowledge that each and every job is checked over by us. Sign up for free today at http://www.onlinetefl.com/jobs?source=chalkboard
Teacher Robert's ECC Rayong Halloween 2010 Documentary
Teacher Robert in Thailand. A little 20 minute video I threw together while working at ECC, Rayong. Did 5 months there and accumulated 750 hours teaching experience before going freelance in Bangkok for 7 months. Now back in the UK and thinking about China
What Are Your Students Like?
My thoughts about my ESL students in the classroom. Includes a special appearance from one of my favorite students! Learn more about my life living and teaching abroad at my blog www.traveldiscoverlove.com
FUN In The Classroom!
One of my students starting doing this funny dance during class and I felt it was necessary pause the class and join in with him! Check out my blog to learn more about living and teaching abroad at www.traveldiscoverlove.com
Recent Travel Guides
Four Really Good Reasons to Get off Your Bum and TEFL
If you’re reading this, there must be a little bit of you that thinks it’s the right time to do something a bit more interesting with your life. We know how tricky it can be to take the plunge, so we’ve come up with these four very good reasons to get off your bum and get yourself a TEFL job abroad.
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Don’t Forget the Chocolate: Essential Items to Preserve Your Sanity While Teaching Abroad
So, it’s the day/week/month before you head abroad to teach… you’ve either got all your worldly goods strewn all over your bed, or a very neat list of things to take with you. Either way, to preserve your sanity while trying to teach abroad, make sure you find space to cram the following things into your suitcase:
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How to Travel for Free (Almost!)
There's apparently no such thing as a free lunch – so if that’s the case, is there such a thing as free travel? Well, you might still need a credit card on hand, but it is possible to see the world without having to spend a small fortune. Here’s how:
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5 Reasons to Quit Your Job and Teach Abroad
It happens to the best of us, the dreaded ‘getting-stuck-in-a-rut-itis’. Symptoms: being trapped in a job you don’t like; longing for something more interesting; imagining the day you can hand in your notice; and most importantly – being powerless to do anything about it! Often, when you’re stuck in a rut, you just need a little nudge in the right direction. So, here’s why you should jack it all in and jet off on a TEFL adventure
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5 Fantastic TEFL Resource Sites
Whether you require inspiration, lesson plans, resources, pictures or advice on how to teach a grammar point - have no fear…there are plenty of resources available for free on the internet!! It’s important to remember to adapt the things you get from the net to suit your classes needs – remember no two classes are the same! Here are my top 5 websites that I have found useful:
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7 Tips for Successful TEFL Job Interviews
If you think that TEFL job interviews are difficult, scary and worth losing sleep over, then you might be happy to know that they aren’t! Interviews vary according to the institution you are applying for, but unless you’re applying for top schools or universities, you will find TEFL interviews a breeze compared to the formal interviews you get in your own country. Nevertheless, you still have to make a good impression, so here are 7 tips to help you:
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The ‘land of smiles’ is home to buzzing cities and achingly beautiful natural scenery, as well as a wealth of teaching opportunities, making it easy to see why so many people want to teach English in Thailand!
If you're keen on Thailand, and want a bit of extra support in your first time teaching abroad, check out the opportunities offered by the Teach in Thailand Internship: http://www.onlinetefl.com/teaching-internships/thailand/ Five amazing months travelling, teaching and training... what's not to like?
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