Consequences Of Breaking A Teaching Contract

Teaching English abroad is a job much like any other and if you are not happy with your employer or things just haven?t worked out as you hoped they would, you are free to head back home or look elsewhere for employment at any time. Although the vast majority of ESL teachers see out the entire length of their contracts, there will always be some who are not able to complete it for a variety of reasons. A family emergency back home, difficulties with work colleagues, and unsatisfactory working conditions are all common reasons why teachers feel they have to terminate their contract. If your job is based on an hourly pay rate there are unlikely to be any repercussions if you decide to leave. This scenario will apply to a large percentage of people teaching in Latin America and Europe...  [Read more]

When you are considering a TESOL teaching contract, there are several key factors to keep in mind to ensure that you are entering into a fair and beneficial agreement. First and foremost, it is essential to review the terms of the contract carefully, paying close attention to details such as the duration of the contract, the number of teaching hours expected per week, and the salary offered. Make sure that the contract clearly outlines your responsibilities as a teacher, as well as the support and resources that will be provided to you by the institution. Additionally, consider the location of the teaching position and whether it aligns with your personal preferences and lifestyle. Take into account factors such as the cost of living in the area, the availability of amenities and...  [Read more]

Securing a TESOL teaching contract can vary in duration depending on several factors. Firstly, it's essential to consider your qualifications and experience. If you already hold a TESOL or TEFL certification and have relevant teaching experience, you may find it easier to secure a teaching contract. However, if you are just starting out in the field, it may take longer as you build up your credentials. Networking can also play a significant role in how quickly you secure a TESOL teaching contract. Attending job fairs, connecting with other teachers or schools in the field, and utilizing online platforms can help you find job opportunities more efficiently. The location you are interested in teaching can impact the time it takes to secure a contract. Some countries have high demand for...  [Read more]

If you are looking for TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) job listings, there are several resources you can explore to find job opportunities in this field. One of the most popular ways to find TESOL job listings is by searching online on job boards and websites dedicated to education and language teaching positions. Websites such as Dave's ESL Cafe, TEFL.com, and TESOL.org often have a variety of job postings for TESOL teachers both domestically and internationally. Additionally, social media platforms like LinkedIn can also be a valuable resource for finding TESOL job listings. Many schools and language institutions post job openings on their LinkedIn company pages or in relevant groups, so make sure to join TESOL and ESL teaching groups on LinkedIn to stay updated...  [Read more]

  This video breaks down the difference between the two words "invite" and "invitation". They are often used interchangeably but actually aren't synonyms. The word ?invite? is a verb and refers to the action of asking someone if they?d like to do something or go somewhere, such as here: 'I want to invite all my friends to a BBQ party'. "Invitation", on the other hand, is a noun and refers to the actual message of asking someone if they?d like to do something or go somewhere. A suitable example would be: 'I sent out an invitation to all my friends'. A very common mistake is to use 'invite' as a noun instead of 'invitation'. However, the sentence ?I haven?t responded to her invite yet? is incorrect and 'invitation' should be used. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in United States? Are you interested in teaching English in Milwaukee Wisconsin, United States? Check out our opportunities in Milwaukee Wisconsin, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! There are four different type of conditionals with there own sets of rules. The Zero conditional is used when the action and facts or outcome is irrefutable, one...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Turkey? Are you interested in teaching English in Antalya, Turkey? Check out our opportunities in Antalya, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! In Unit 16, I learned about the five conditionals of speech. The first one is zero conditional and it refers to actions and facts that irrefutable. The first conditional and refers to a 'real'...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in India? Are you interested in teaching English in Gadag-Betgeri, India? Check out our opportunities in Gadag-Betgeri, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Conditional and reported speech are from the easiest and most interesting grammar lessons ever. Conditional sentences are statements discussing known factors or hypothetical situations and...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in United States? Are you interested in teaching English in Hartford, United States? Check out our opportunities in Hartford, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit covers the various conditional forms used to denote conditional speech in English. Zero conditionals can use if/when interchangeably and are used when the actions/ facts are...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word petulant. This word refers to someone being rude in speech or behavior. Synonyms for the word petulant include grumpy, snarky or tempered. The word comes from the Latin petulant meaning to go to and attack. 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. Conditionals are sentences with an \"if\" clause and a main clause: \"if this happens, that happens\. The condition in the \"if\" clause must be met...  [Read more]

Across the world over 250,000 teachers work in the ESL field each year, although their income and other benefits will vary enormously. In some countries it is common practice for employers to pay for their new teacher?s flights up front or to reimburse them once they start the job. Some schools will expect you to complete a short probationary period before paying up, but this is not usually the norm. In most cases, you will also receive a flight home once you complete the agreed contract length. China is the undoubted leader in the ESL teaching market in terms of job numbers. There are an estimated 50,000 foreign English teachers employed in the country at any one time and a large proportion of these will receive some extra benefits in their contract. It is common for employers to...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Pakistan? Are you interested in teaching English in Jacobabad, Pakistan? Check out our opportunities in Jacobabad, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Conditional sentences are statements discussing known factors or hypothetical situations and their consequences. Complete conditional sentences contain a conditional clause often referred to as...  [Read more]

  Here are some tips on completing your parts of speech worksheet. When providing examples for each part of speech, five one-word answers will suffice for almost all of them. However, we'll need to clarify this for the gerunds. This is basically due to the fact that what you've written can either be used as the main verb in a sentence, that would be the present participle, or can be used as the gerund. For example the word "playing" wouldn't be enough, as it can be used both as the verb or the gerund. So, an example sentence such as "I like playing poker." would suffice rather than simply the word "playing". 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...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in South Korea? Are you interested in teaching English in Anyang, South Korea? Check out our opportunities in Anyang, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Conditionals contains two clauses: The "if" clause which contains the condition that must be satisfied and the main clause which contains the consequence. There are five conditionals: 1) Zero...  [Read more]

After completing a TESOL course you will be ready to start looking for that all important first teaching job, but how long do employers expect you to commit to them for? Below we outline what you might find when signing contracts in different parts of the world. When working in Europe the most common contract length is for an academic year that generally runs from September to June in most countries. This can be ideal for many teachers as it allows you to take a couple of months off during the summer to travel around the continent, or you can continue earning in a different environment such as a summer camp. English language summer camps run for between four and eight weeks and can be found in many European countries. Contracts for six or even three months are also possible in some...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Russia? Are you interested in teaching English in Yekaterinburg, Russia? Check out our opportunities in Yekaterinburg, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! A conditional phrase is one that refers to a past, present, or future possibilities. The conditional sentence is made up of two clauses, the "if" clause and the main clause which is the...  [Read more]

  Once you have completed your chosen TEFL course and have that all important certificate in your hand, you can seriously start to plan the next stage of your adventure. Thanks to the sustained demand for English language teachers right across the world there are plenty of countries to choose from, each with its own unique set of attractions. But how long will you have to commit for when you sign the job contract? Europe The most common contract in European schools is for an academic year that generally runs from September to June. The great thing here is you will have a couple of months off during the summer break to travel or earn some extra cash working with private students or at a summer camp. Summer language camps are very popular across much of Europe and usually run for 4...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Netherlands? Are you interested in teaching English in The Hague, Netherlands? Check out our opportunities in The Hague, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Conditional sentences are statements discussing known factors or hypothetical situations and their consequences. Complete conditional sentences contain a conditional clause often referred...  [Read more]

Although Greece has been popular with ESL teachers for many years, the recent economic downturn has had a significant impact on the number of jobs available. Despite this, teachers continue to be drawn to the country due to the great climate, stunning beaches, and the general culture. As there are less jobs available than in the past, employers can afford to be a little more picky when it comes to the hiring process. Also, recent changes to immigration laws have made it harder for non-EU citizens to obtain the necessary work visa. As a consequence of these factors, many employers choose to only hire teachers with an EU passport. The basic requirements expected when applying for most teaching jobs are a university degree and a TESOL qualification. Greece has a large network of...  [Read more]

  When considering Teacher Talk Time, we can perhaps look at the major advantage and disadvantage of the teacher actually talking. The major advantage is that you as the teacher are usually the only real model for the language, the source of correct English. So at some stages, your talking time is very important to the students. So when you?re modeling language, that use of Teacher Talk Time can be very advantageous. There are major disadvantages to overusing Teacher Talk Time, however, and perhaps the major one is that whenever the teacher is talking, the students are listening and if the students are listening, then they themselves cannot be talking. So, Teacher Talk Time reduces the opportunity for Student Talk Time. So, we should try to minimize the use of Teacher Talk Time...  [Read more]