20-Hour ESL Teaching Practicum · Live online or in Madrid
The teacher observation and feedback course for the people who shape other teachers
Develop the professional skills to set up observations, run constructive feedback conversations and write structured reports. Built for experienced teachers, CELTA/Trinity tutors, senior teachers and Directors of Studies — delivered live online or in person in Madrid.
€350
€400
20 hours over 10 weeks · groups of max 5
Entry: a CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL or 120-hour TEFL + ~2 years' classroom experience
- 4.9 Trustpilot & Google
- 2,000+ teachers trained
- 15+ years
- Independent awarding body
Real classroom observation · small groups (max 5)
Certificate issued by TEFL Madrid — an independent awarding body
For the experienced educators who develop other teachers
A teacher observation and feedback course isn't for new teachers — it's for the people who train and support them. If you observe colleagues, run feedback sessions, or want to move into teacher training or academic management, this is the structured, certified skill set that gets you there.
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Teacher trainers & CELTA/Trinity tutors
Formalise and sharpen the observation and feedback skills you already use — with structure, frameworks and a recognised credential.
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Directors of Studies & coordinators
Lead observations across your team and deliver consistent, fair, developmental feedback that actually improves teaching.
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Senior teachers & mentors
Step into observing colleagues with confidence and method — not guesswork — and run conversations that land well.
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School & university educators
Anyone in a language school or university responsible for observing teachers and supporting their professional growth.
Who can enrol
This is an advanced course. You'll need a CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL or 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate, plus around two years of classroom experience.
Why a teacher observation and feedback course is worth it
- Observation is its own skill. Being a great teacher doesn't automatically make you a great observer — developmental feedback is a craft you can learn.
- It opens senior doors. These are exactly the skills that train-the-trainer, Director of Studies and academic-management roles require.
- A credential that proves it. Finish with a Certificate in Observing Teachers and Giving Feedback, issued by TEFL Madrid as an independent awarding body.
Want to advance your own teaching rather than train others? See our TEFL Level 5 Advanced course instead.
Run the full observation cycle — with confidence and method
By the end of this teacher observation and feedback course you'll set up observations, lead constructive feedback conversations and write professional reports — the complete skill set, not bits of theory.
What you'll learn on the course
- The role of observation in teacher development
- The main types of observation — and when to use each
- The full observation & feedback cycle, stage by stage
- How to set up, run and follow up observations
- Delivering feedback in a school or training context
- Active listening and clear communication in feedback talks
- Leading positive, constructive feedback discussions
- Writing structured, professional observation reports
Program highlights
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Hands-on practice. Real tasks, discussions and applied exercises — not just theory.
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Real classroom observations. Analyse live lessons and real feedback samples.
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Professional development. Build confidence observing and supporting teachers at any level.
How the practicum runs — and how to apply
Here's exactly how it works. This teacher observation and feedback course runs over 10 consecutive weeks, two hours a week, in small groups of no more than five — live online or in person at our Madrid academy.
- 20htotal training
- 10weeks
- 2hper week
- ≤5per group
- 2ways: online or Madrid
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Apply online
Submit your details and teaching background. Intake rounds open regularly.
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Shortlist & interview
Shortlisted candidates have a short interview to confirm fit and experience.
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Offer & confirm your place
Successful applicants receive an official offer and confirm their spot in the cohort.
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Start with your cohort
Begin the 10-week practicum with your small group — observing, practising feedback and writing reports.
One enrolment, everything included
A single payment covers the full teacher observation and feedback course — 20 hours of training, real observations, certification and personalised guidance.
Limited spots · groups of max 5
20-Hour ESL Teaching Practicum
Certificate in Observing Teachers and Giving Feedback
€350
€400
single payment
- 20 hours of training over 10 weeks (2h/week)
- Small groups — maximum 5 participants
- Real classroom observations & feedback practice
- Personalised guidance from experienced trainers
- Structured observation report skills
- Certificate issued by TEFL Madrid (independent awarding body)
- Live online or in person in Madrid
Application-based: apply → shortlist & interview → offer. Taxes not included where applicable.
- Small groups, real attention
- Recognised certificate
- Online or in Madrid
Your next step into teacher training & leadership
Observation and feedback skills are exactly what schools look for when they promote. This teacher observation and feedback course positions you for train-the-trainer, Director of Studies and academic-management roles.
Teacher trainer / CELTA·Trinity tutor
Lead and assess teaching practice with a clear framework.
Director of Studies
Oversee teaching quality and consistency across a school.
Academic coordinator / manager
Own observation cycles and run your team's CPD.
Mentor / observation lead
Support and develop colleagues with structured feedback.
Certified by an independent awarding body
TEFL Madrid Academy is its own independent awarding body — we certify teachers and accredit academies. You finish with a Certificate in Observing Teachers and Giving Feedback, recognised by schools internationally.
What participants say
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★★★★★
“After years of observing teachers on instinct, this finally gave me a real framework. My feedback conversations are calmer and far more useful now.”
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★★★★★
“The structured-report module alone was worth it. I run observations across two centres and finally feel consistent and fair.”
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★★★★★
“Small group, real lessons to observe, honest feedback on my feedback. Exactly the step up I needed before moving into a training role.”
4.9/5 Trustpilot & Google
2,000+ teachers trained
15+ years established
Questions about the practicum
Everything you need to know about the teacher observation and feedback course — format, entry, certificate and how to apply.
What is a teacher observation and feedback course?
A teacher observation and feedback course trains experienced educators to observe other teachers and give effective, developmental feedback. You learn the observation cycle, how to run observations, how to lead constructive feedback conversations and how to write structured observation reports.
Who is the 20-Hour ESL Teaching Practicum for?
It is designed for teacher trainers, Directors of Studies, senior teachers, mentors and CELTA or Trinity tutors — anyone responsible for observing teachers and providing feedback in a language school or university.
What are the entry requirements?
You need a CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL or an equivalent 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate, plus around two years of classroom teaching experience.
Is the course online or in person?
Both. You can take the course live online or in person at our academy in Madrid, whichever suits you.
How long is the course and how is it structured?
It is 20 hours of training spread over 10 consecutive weeks, two hours per week, in small groups of no more than five participants.
What certificate do I receive and is it recognised?
You receive a Certificate in Observing Teachers and Giving Feedback, issued by TEFL Madrid Academy as an independent awarding body. It is recognised by schools internationally.
How much does the course cost?
The course costs €350 (reduced from €400) as a single payment. Spaces are limited because groups are capped at five.
How do I apply?
Apply online with your details and teaching background. Shortlisted candidates are invited to a short interview, and successful applicants receive an official offer to confirm their place.
Will it help me become a teacher trainer or Director of Studies?
Yes. Observation and feedback are core skills for train-the-trainer, Director of Studies and academic-management roles, and this course gives you a structured, certified foundation in them.
Applications open
Apply for the next intake of the practicum
Take your next step into teacher training and academic leadership. Submit your application below — shortlisted candidates are invited to a short interview, then offered a place in the cohort.
- 20 hours over 10 weeks · groups of max 5
- Live online or in person in Madrid
- Certificate from an independent awarding body
- €350 (was €400) · single payment
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