Don’t be trapped by dogma—which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.
Steve Jobs to Stanford in 2005
I remember when I started working as a TEFL Teacher in Spain. There were times when I felt that I was unable to do the travelling I wanted to do because I simply did not have the time or the freedom to do so.
TEFL is a certificate that makes you eligible to teach English anywhere abroad. If you are thinking to adopt this profession then you might be interested in questions like, who take a TEFL course? What qualifications are required to enroll in a TEFL course and how to survive your TEFL course abroad. Keep on reading to find the answers.
Although a TEFL certificate provide the ESL teachers with all the necessary knowledge and practical skills to teach the language anywhere abroad but there is always a need for improvement since the ESL industry and its demand are changing rapidly. Therefore, ongoing professional development is a must for ESL teachers. It not only keeps them updated with the latest ESL knowledge but also helps them to carry out teaching-learning in an effective manner. Find more about the need for ongoing professional development for TEFL educators.
This is the most common question asked by the TEFL educators teaching general English to the language learner. So, TEFL Madrid Academy has created this post in order to answer this question and to provide some useful information about teaching business English in a TEFL setting. Read on to find the key differences between business English and general English and the general requirements for teaching business English.
ESL is a profession that is rewarding but demanding at the same time. Also, if you are really interested to pursue this career, you need to have a number of unique and important skills that will enhance your chances of getting hired. Read on to find those qualities and skills.
Teaching and learning English in a TEFL class is always fun but there are some concepts that are hard for both parties. Yes, we are talking about TEFL grammar. On one hand, the students find it difficult to quickly grab the key point while the teachers also struggle with various strategies in order to teach it effectively. TEFL Madrid Academy has created a list of tips and tricks to teach ESL grammar in an effective way.
A well-written resume plays an important role in getting the job of your dreams. TEFL Madrid Academy has listed some great tips and tricks to write a persuasive resume plus a few mistakes that you should avoid.
We’re so happy that you’ve achieved this great milestone – Wishing you great success with your dreams and career!
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Augustine of Hippo
Spain is a country that has some great working opportunities as well as amazing places to visit. If you are planning a visit to Spain, you might be thinking about which season is best to come to Spain. TEFL Madrid Academy has done the hard work for you and in this post, we provided information about all the seasons in Spain, what places to visit in those times and what amazing festivals awaits for you in different months.
There is a general misconception that non-native English teachers are not welcomed in the TEFL industry. But in reality, they bring several great benefits that are not achievable by the native speakers. Additionally, the struggles and life story of non-native Speakers can make a difference in the lives of students. TEFL Madrid Academy has created a list of some undeniable reasons to admire the talent of non-native English teachers. Here are some great reasons why non- native English teachers are just as good as natives.
TEFL in Spain info!
The key to getting an English teaching job is turnover and knowing the hiring seasons.
Off season Hiring: Jobs do open during the off season as not all schools fill every job and employees do not always stay for their full term. Follow our professional advice regarding hiring seasons and the interview process and you will find opportunities.
Many jobs entail 10 to 12 month contracts. September, October are busy hiring periods with many contracts ending in July. January is a secondary season. Main period will be about 50-60% turnover. Secondary season about 25%.
Summer camps in Europe offer great opportunities for those looking for shorter commitments.
