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Yes. If you travel outside of your home country to teach English, you will need to possess a valid passport. Most countries require your passport to be valid for a minimum of six months after the date of entry, so it is vital that you check this in advance. To avoid any hassles while you are away from home, we recommend that you have at least two years validity on your existing passport. Once you know the country or countries where you intend to travel, you can contact the nearest consulate for each country if you have any questions or doubts regarding their entry regulations. From within the U.S. you can apply via the State Department's web page. From outside the country you should contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. British citizens should visit the U.K. Government's...  [Read more]

  The ITTT YouTube channel is home to a vast number of informative videos covering all aspects of the TEFL world. Login and you will have access to over 2,000 videos, many of which are focused on our range of TEFL courses and reviews from our course graduates. You can also check out our videos on teaching ideas, lesson planning, English grammar, and tips on classroom management. Another section covers worldwide teaching destinations with ideas on how to make the most of your time living and working overseas. Our video collection is constantly growing, with fresh and informative content added regularly to ensure you are always ahead of the game before, during, and after your TEFL course. Wherever you are on your own TEFL journey, visit our video section to find answers to all your...  [Read more]

Your initial application should be completed on ITTT's own Internet application form. As part of our pre-screening process, applicants are requested to submit an account of their personal history and background and of their motives for joining the course, as well as their future aspirations. If for any reason you wish to subsequently cancel your place on the course after your deposit or full fees (i.e. deposit plus balance) have been paid, ITTT/TEFL International cannot provide any refund except for exceptional circumstances. The course organiser's decision is final. In any case, the deposit is non-refundable. The main reason for this is that the staffing for the course and accommodation have fixed costs which have to be paid for in advance and based on a specific number of course members...  [Read more]

As there are many different providers offering a wide choice of different TEFL courses, there is no straightforward answer to this common question. However, at ITTT we are happy to make it clear from the very start what is and isn’t included in our TEFL course prices. Essentially, everything you need to complete your training and get your TEFL certificate in your hand is covered by the course price you see advertised on our web pages. Unlike some other TEFL course providers, we will never ask you for any more money to cover extra items such as essential resources, exam fees, or certificate costs. If you choose the convenience and great value option of an online TEFL certification course from ITTT you will receive everything you need to succeed at no extra cost. Once you have signed up...  [Read more]

The British Council estimates there are 1.55 billion English language learners around the world, and at least 10.2 million English teachers. www.theguardian.com/education/2013/nov/07/tefl-for-british-language-learners A fair proportion of these learners will be taught in language schools and through private lessons, including online teaching. There do not appear to be any official figures as to the number of TEFL and TESOL training centers worldwide, but it would be a fair guess to say they number in the thousands. Most countries in the world control education through government regulation and oversight. This is also true of private education provision. This means that each country’s government tends to make the rules and regulations concerning the training standards required of ESL...  [Read more]

Volunteer English teaching is a very popular option with many people. It can take many forms and can be undertaken in a wide range of countries worldwide. Here we look at a few questions that might help you to answer the question: Where are the best places to teach English as a volunteer? There are numerous reasons why volunteer teaching is a good idea. Here we will outline a few of the most common: a) To find out about the country: There can be no better way to learn about a country than by being there. b) To experience the culture: As above you need to be immersed in the culture if you hope to understand it. c) To experience the job of teaching: Volunteer teaching is a great way to find out what the job entails. d) No contract: You can enjoy all the benefits above without the need to...  [Read more]

  Our popular partnership program is open to anyone who wants to earn extra income without having to put in much effort. To earn extra cash through the program all you need to do is refer people to us who might be interested in teaching English abroad and taking a TEFL certification course. If any of your referrals sign up for an online TEFL course or pay a deposit on an in-class or combined course, you will get a 30% commission. If you want to earn easy money, sign up for the partnership program today. If you operate a website or blog, or contribute to any others, we can provide special banners or embedded text that you can add that will automatically send your readers to us. Alternatively, if you don’t have a website or blog you can use, we can also provide a link that can...  [Read more]

If you want to teach English in Europe you will find that most jobs are secured following a face to face interview. If you would like to have a teaching job organised before you leave home, a government placement program might be a good option for you. The following are the most popular programs of their kind in Europe. The TAPIF Program, short for Teaching Assistant Program in France, is a government initiative that places applicants into French state schools to work as teaching assistants. The program provides a great opportunity to live and work in a country where long-stay visas can be difficult to secure for non-EU citizens. For those who meet the necessary criteria, the TAPIF Program could be the perfect way to fulfil your dream of living and working in France. The program is...  [Read more]

Before you head to the airport to start your TEFL journey it is important that you are aware of the paperwork required by the country you are planning to work in. The specific type of visa you need to gain entry to your destination country and how you gain the right to work legally there can vary enormously from one place to the next. To ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible, you should visit the relevant embassy website and do a bit of online research well before you plan to leave. Typically, anyone traveling to a foreign country requires a passport that is valid for at least six months. In some situations your passport must be valid for a full year, so the best advice is to ensure your passport has two years or more remaining to allow for an extended teaching contract or...  [Read more]

Volunteer English teaching has been an important part of the TEFL world for many years, with countless schemes operating in many parts of the world. Most of these opportunities are located in developing countries where access to affordable language lessons is not widespread and where people often see improving their English as a clear path towards better jobs and a better future for them and their families. However, while these schemes provide a very valuable service, there are now increasing numbers of online volunteer based teaching platforms that are able to provide help to even more people worldwide. There are many individual reasons for wanting to offer your services as an online volunteer English teacher. For many people the reward of helping someone in need and seeing them make...  [Read more]

  This video explains the usage of the future perfect continuous tense. This tense is used to talk about how long an action/event will have been going on by a certain time in the future. Although the future perfect continuous is rarely used in everyday English, if you are looking to teach English as a second language, you will need to be knowledgeable on even rare grammar points such as this. So if you are considering entering the world of English teaching the best way to equip yourself with the necessary skills is to take a comprehensive TEFL course and ITTT's online TEFL courses give you a good foundation in the areas of English grammar that you are most likely to encounter when you first set out to teach English as a second language. More information can be found about the...  [Read more]

If you want to have a job in place and all the paperwork sorted out before you leave your home country, a TEFL placement program is certainly worth considering. Several countries across Europe and Asia have government run schemes that recruit foreign teachers to work in their public school system. The following options are long established and respected programs that offer a great opportunity to live and work in some of the most popular teaching destinations. The TAPIF Program, short for Teaching Assistant Program in France, is a government initiative that places applicants into French state schools to work as teaching assistants. The program provides a great opportunity to live and work in a country where long-stay visas can be difficult to secure for non-EU citizens. For those who...  [Read more]

To demonstrate our confidence in the quality of our online courses, we guarantee to refund your payment in full if you are not entirely satisfied with our product or service. The only condition attached to this guarantee is that refund requests must be submitted within three days of making your payment. Have any questions about our money-back guarantee? Please contact our sales team by calling toll free on 1-800-490-0531 from within the USA or Canada. You can also email our customer service department at [email protected]. We also feel confident that our online courses offer the very best value for money. In fact, if you find an equivalent course at a lower price we will refund you the difference. Simply send us a link to the website that offers the same course at a lower price in...  [Read more]

The choice between different TEFL course formats depends on your teaching plans and preferences: Each of these options has its advantages and is suited to different teaching goals and circumstances. Consider your own situation and aspirations when choosing the most suitable TEFL course format for you. Upon receiving your course fee, we will promptly send you an email containing all the necessary information to commence your TEFL studies. This email will include your personal login details for our online training platform. Once you access the platform, you will find all the materials required to start with the first unit of the course. As you progress through the materials and feel you have sufficiently absorbed the information, you can proceed to take an automated online test based on...  [Read more]

  "In this video, our OTP trainee Richard does a fun board game activity with his students on the second conditional tense for the activate phase. He is also walking around listening to the students speaking and giving feedback on their grammar usages. ITTT's Observed Teaching Practice courses (OTP) are ideal for teachers wanting to improve their teaching skills remotely from anywhere in the world." 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. in this...  [Read more]

  Our main goal at ITTT is to ensure we provide the very best TEFL courses on the market. However, we also do everything we can to help our course graduates find a wide choice of job options once their training is over. At the heart of this policy is our lifetime job assistance program that includes a range of job hunting tools. One of the most important parts of this policy is our job posting section that can be found on our website and across our social media platforms. We update our job postings every day, so you can be sure to stay ahead of the competition when looking for your dream TEFL position. As we have been in the TEFL world for many years, ITTT has developed close working relationships with many employers worldwide. These employers actively seek out our graduates as they...  [Read more]

  We know that getting hold of all the relevant information to allow you to make the right course decision for you can sometimes be difficult, which is why we take our customer care very seriously indeed. Our customer care team is always available to answer any questions, big or small, via a wide range of different media. Our online contact form can be accessed via the website and we will get back to you with the information you need as soon as possible. You can also link up with one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff members via WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger as they are always happy to help. On our contact page we also have several phone numbers that can be used to contact us directly, depending on where you are in the world. Another very popular option is to arrange a call...  [Read more]

Our 120-hour online TEFL certificate course is a popular option as it provides you with high-quality course materials and results in an online TEFL certificate that is recognized and accepted worldwide. Another reason for its popularity is the fact that you are able to work through the course at whatever pace suits your personal circumstances and learning style. You will also have access to our unique career support service for the length of your teaching career. Once you have completed the application process for the 120-hour course, we will send you an email containing the details you will need to log-in to your personal, restricted area of our online training course system. From this area you will be able to access the course materials which you can either study online or download to...  [Read more]

To find TEFL teaching jobs in less popular destinations, you can follow these steps: Start your search by exploring online job boards and websites that specialize in advertising TEFL positions worldwide. Websites like Dave's ESL Cafe, TEFL.com, and ESLemployment are great resources for finding teaching opportunities in less popular destinations. These platforms often have job listings for countries that may not be as commonly sought after by teachers. Research language schools and educational institutions in the specific destination you are interested in teaching. Reach out to them directly via email or phone to inquire about potential job openings. Sometimes, these establishments may not actively advertise their vacancies online, so contacting them directly can give you an advantage....  [Read more]

  On completion of your TEFL training course with ITTT you will receive a high-quality, embossed Certificate. The cost of the certificate is always included in the initial course fee and every one also comes with a unique certificate number which employers or government departments can use to verify its authenticity. When you apply for jobs or work visas the relevant parties can visit the Certificate Verification page on our website, enter your unique certificate number, and then get instant verification that you are a genuine ITTT course graduate. International employers find this to be an increasingly useful tool as it is quick and easy to use and it discourages the small minority of teachers who rely on a fake or copied certificate. As ITTT has been providing training courses for...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Vietnam is a popular choice for many individuals looking to work abroad. With a growing demand for English language education, there are plenty of opportunities for qualified teachers in Vietnam. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to secure a job teaching English in Vietnam. First and foremost, it is essential to have a recognized TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. Many language schools and institutions in Vietnam require teachers to have a TEFL certificate to ensure that they have the necessary skills and knowledge to teach English effectively. There are various options available for obtaining a TEFL certification, including online courses and in-person training programs. Once you have obtained your TEFL certification, the next step is to...  [Read more]

To find TEFL teaching jobs in countries with limited educational resources, it's essential to conduct thorough research and utilize various strategies to secure a position. Here are some effective ways to find TEFL teaching opportunities in such countries: 1. **Online Job Boards and Websites:** Start by exploring online job boards and websites that specialize in international teaching positions. Websites like Dave's ESL Cafe, TEFL.com, and TESOL.org often advertise openings in countries with limited educational resources. 2. **Government Programs:** Many governments, especially in developing countries, have programs in place to recruit native English speakers to teach English. Examples include the English Language Fellow Program by the U.S. Department of State and the Japan Exchange and...  [Read more]

  As we all know, small print can be very irritating as it can add unforeseen expenses that you did not budget for. With ITTT you will have no such worries as we always advertise the full price of every course in clear sight, with no hidden costs, right on our own website. Once you have chosen the course that suits your plans best, you will know the exact fee from day one as the advertised price is all that you will pay. The advertised price will include everything you need to complete your training and to get your EFL teaching career underway. The fee shown will cover all the written and video materials that are required for your chosen course, plus your high-quality certificate that will be dispatched to you upon successful completion of all aspects of your training. The postage...  [Read more]

To find TEFL teaching opportunities, there are several effective strategies you can use. One of the best ways is to search online on specialized job boards and websites that cater specifically to TEFL and ESL teachers. Websites such as Dave's ESL Cafe, TEFL.com, and ESLemployment are great resources for finding job listings from around the world. You can filter your search based on location, salary, and other preferences to find the perfect opportunity for you. Networking is also a powerful tool in the TEFL industry. Joining online forums and social media groups for ESL teachers can help you connect with other professionals in the field who may be aware of job openings. Attending TEFL conferences and workshops is another excellent way to network with potential employers and learn about job...  [Read more]

To begin, let's clarify the acronym TEFL: TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It is a term that encompasses the teaching of English to non-native speakers in various contexts. While technically, TEFL specifically refers to teaching English in non-English-speaking countries, it is widely used to describe English language instruction in most settings. Additionally, TEFL is the designation given to teacher training programs and the resulting certifications that aspiring teachers pursue to meet the qualifications sought by international employers of English language instructors. Although many English teaching positions require a TEFL certificate, some teachers hold a TESOL certificate instead. The great news is that TEFL and TESOL essentially denote the same concept, and...  [Read more]

EPIK stands for the English Program in Korea, a scheme run by the South Korean government that places foreign teachers into schools across the country to work as English language instructors. EPIK is one of the largest and most popular schemes of its kind as it offers a competitive salary, a good range of extra benefits, and the chance to experience living and working in a unique cultural environment. If you meet the specified criteria then you could be one of the thousand plus teachers heading to South Korea this year to join the program. If you are interested in the EPIK program, we recommend reaching out to our TEFL recruitment partner Reach To Teach. Reach To Teach is an official partner of the EPIK program (English Program in Korea) and works with the Korean Ministry of Education...  [Read more]

Finding TEFL teaching jobs in countries with unique cultural contexts can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Here are some tips to help you navigate this process effectively: Before applying for TEFL jobs in a specific country, take the time to research and understand its unique cultural context. Learn about the local customs, traditions, and social norms to ensure that you can adapt and thrive in that environment. One of the most efficient ways to find TEFL teaching jobs in countries with unique cultural contexts is to use online job boards and websites dedicated to international education opportunities. Websites like Dave's ESL Cafe, TEFL.com, and GoAbroad.com often list job postings from around the world. Networking with other TEFL professionals can also be a valuable way to learn...  [Read more]

To get a job teaching English in China, there are several steps you need to follow. Firstly, it is essential to have a recognized TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. This certification demonstrates that you have received proper training in teaching English to non-native speakers. Many schools and language institutes in China require teachers to have at least a 120-hour TEFL certificate. There are various online and in-person courses available that offer TEFL certification, so make sure to choose one that is reputable and recognized by schools in China. Once you have obtained your TEFL certification, the next step is to create a resume tailored to teaching English in China. Highlight any relevant teaching experience you have, as well as any experience you have...  [Read more]

If you are looking for TEFL teaching jobs in the Middle East, there are several strategies you can employ to increase your chances of finding a position that suits your qualifications and preferences. First and foremost, one of the most effective ways to find TEFL teaching jobs in the Middle East is to utilize online job boards and websites that specialize in advertising positions for English language teachers. Websites such as Dave's ESL Cafe, TEFL.com, and the Middle East's own GulfTalent are excellent resources for job seekers looking to teach in the region. These platforms often feature a wide range of job listings from various countries in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Oman. Networking is also a crucial aspect of finding TEFL teaching...  [Read more]

  Our Facebook page is an ever-growing phenomenon that offers the perfect place for trainees, course graduates, and working teachers to connect and share advice and information on all aspects of the TEFL world. One reason why it has become so popular is that it is made up of people from many different nationalities and backgrounds, which means it offers something for everyone. You are more than welcome to join our online community and take advantage of all the great content that it offers. You are also welcome to add your own questions, recommendations, and course reviews to help other people find all the answers that they need to make their TEFL experience even more rewarding. Our Facebook page also acts as a central hub where you can access more of our online content. From there...  [Read more]