I would love to work abroad teaching English as a foreign language;however the amount of information on the web is confusing!There are many varied types, I would like to do an in-depth course and gain a recognised qualification although, I am not sure which type of course to take - I found a good website cactustefl.com that helps to differentiate between all the courses but any more info would be great! I would love to hear from anyone who is currently teaching abroad or has done in the past. I would love some tips and info of good courses and where to study. (I dont want to do an online course) Thanks v.much!
2006-09-18 01:05:00 · 8 answers · asked by festivalchick 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
Aura - could you possible provide any info on exactly which course your friend studied?and where?thanks!
2006-09-18 01:16:29 · update #1
sorry Aura- that was clearly supposed to say possibly!
2006-09-18 01:17:08 · update #2
Yep. I did and am teaching in Japan right now. I did a one month TESOL course before I came here although it isn't needed at all. The one month course is pretty hard as you basically do a crash course in teaching which involves lesson preparation, teaching practise and grammar tests. To come to Japan you don't need it though, you only need a Hons degree in any subject to work here. If you want to know more about the TESOL course that I did feel free to contact me through my 360 page. I would chq the countries that you want to go to first though and see if you need a qualification. I threw 750 pounds away on mine, as it's pretty useless here.
2006-09-18 01:27:54 · answer #1 · answered by travis 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many nations just plain can't get enough teachers so if English is your native language you can go Say to Asia and begin teaching. While doing so you can also take some courses to be able to move to a better paying job. This is a good way to go at it. You not only get the schooling but some experience at the same time. You also learn about other peoples and other cultures. The good paying jobs do require teaching certificates. Even with them and no experience you will have to start in lower position to learn about teaching English as a second language. There is a demand for English teachers nearly every place you could possibly go. It is not what you think it will be but get out there and try as well as learn.
2006-09-18 01:17:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did CELTA (certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults), a Cambridge course. Most of the English as a foreign language exams are Cambridge so it seems the most sensible course to take. Some countries require other qualifications though, in order to teach. For example in Greece you also need a university degree (in any subject) to qualify as a teacher. I think some other countries have similar requirments. The course I followed at Bath College lasted 6 months, part time - 6 hours a week. It was tough, but very interesting and very demanding.
2006-09-18 09:36:36 · answer #3 · answered by Franky 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just for a note.
I did an online course with i-to-i.com the course was very easy and available 24-7. There are many courses around the world and some courses you can go abroad and and take the course there. Just be carful nad make sure it is a good company and the certificate is recognised.
2006-09-18 21:52:22 · answer #4 · answered by Andy B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I did my RSA/Cambridge CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults) about 4 years ago and am about to embark on my DELTA (Diploma ...). The CELTA and the Trinity TESOL certificate are the most widely recognised teaching certificates. There are many language schools that offer their own versions, but I would avoid these as they aren't recognised by many employers.
With an RSA/Cambridge CELTA or Trinity TESOL you shouldn't have much trouble finding a job, even with no experience, as these certificates require you to pass teaching observations. You are unlikely to get your dream job/location straight away though, so be prepared for that.
Some countries will also require you to have a degree, but this is usually just for working visa purposes, and it doesn't matter what the discipline is (mine is business, with no connection to education whatsoever).
To be frank, the CELTA was quite hard going for me, as I hadn't taught before. I did a 4 week, full-time course through International House (a widely recognised and respected institution) and found that I spent literally all day, every day of that month studying, lesson planning or writing assignments. It's not for the faint-hearted.
I, as someone who loves teaching English as a foreign language and who takes my job seriously, am horrified by the number of people who think you can just stand in front of a class and will automatically be a great teacher just because English is your first language. It takes hard work and dedication to be an efficient teacher.
I love it. It's taken me to so many amazing places, allowed me to really understand the countries I've lived in (by being there for long periods of time and really getting to know the people through my students), given me wonderful friends and experiences, and even introduced me to my husband! It's also kept me pretty skint and exhausted, but there you go, you can't have it all!
Cactustefl.com is a good site and you should be able to do a search there for either of the courses I mentioned before (either of which you'll really have to do if you want to work for reputable schools and have easier access to employment). I'd also recommend TEFL.com when it comes to finding employment and daveseslcafe.com for lots of different kinds of information.
Final word of warning - start studying grammar now! If you went through the UK education system around the same time I did, you'll barely know a noun from an adjective. Grammar knowledge will be essential for your course, and obviously for teaching.
I wish you lots of luck and hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
2006-09-18 15:24:34 · answer #5 · answered by Friz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want to teach overseas (Korea China Japan) you need a degree in order to obtain a work visa, first of all so a degree is a necessity. Most countries dont care what your major is. If you want to teach in Europe (and its harder to get jobs if you are not in the EU) then they prefer TESL or CELTA qualifications over a degree. A Masters or a PhD is a minimum if you want to get teaching jobs at universities though nowadays many dispatch companies are sending BA qualified candidates to work on college campuses. At the end of the day you are not a COLLEGE teacher, but simply a minimally qualified hired-gun working for a private employer.
2016-03-27 06:55:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i havenn't but my friend did one and he has worked in five different spanish speaking countries and now lives like a king working 17 hours a week teaching english to foreign busness all from a 6 month course. He knew very little spanish when he atrted 4 years ago and is now fluent and marrying a spaniard!!!!
go for it - good luck!
2006-09-18 01:14:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-18 05:09:35 · answer #8 · answered by iyiogrenci 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋