TEFL Chiang Mai Hot for Songkran

TEFL CHIANG MAI IS HOT FOR SONGKRAN

Songkran Festival, April 13-15, is the traditional Thai New Year. This is the time for Thais to pay homage to Buddha images, clean their houses, and sprinkle water on their elders in a show of respect. Anyone who ventures out on the streets is likely to get a thorough dousing of water, all in good fun, but also quite welcome at the peak of the hot season.

This is summer in Thailand and it is a great time to escape the memories of a cold winter by giving yourself a much deserved break to travel while giving yourself an opportunity by investing in your own future as a certified Teacher of English as a Foreign Language. Everyone knows Thailand is famous for it's affordability and hospitality. It remains a top travel destination for people from everywhere, so why not enjoy your next holiday doing something more than buying souvenirs. Relax and focus on the future by becoming a TEFL teacher today. 

The festivities at school started with a small sketch to show the students the real meaning behind Songkran. In the picture to the left, a "daughter" is sprinkling water over the hands of her "parents" in order to show respect.

 

Afterwards, the students lined up to pay respects to the Buddha image and then to the teachers by pouring rose scented water over their hands.

 

During Songkran, all of the offices and schools are closed and people celebrate for almost a week in some places. Officially Song Khran happens from the 13th of April to the 15th, but in reality it will begin in Chiang Mai much closer to the 11th and end around the 17th. Every year the celebration in Chiang Mai is centered around the old city near the ancient walls where the locals gather water out of the military moat. Many people head out on the back of pick-up trucks armed with buckets of water and water guns. Others station themselves on strategic intersections in order to douse motorcyclists or any motorist with their windows wound down. No-one complains about getting wet as April is very hot. And so are our prices. Our goal is to make becoming certified as affordable and applicable as possible. We focus our teacher training on the making the lessons hands on, useful and relevant to the realities of teaching English as a Second or Additional Language. (ESL/EAL)  By utilizing a Practical Approach our clients get the most hands on teaching time possible. Research shows immersion learning is the most effective method for acquiring a new language and is also an effective method for teaching as well. So don't delay. Songkran and your chance to have a meaningful career are right around the corner!  Whatever plan of action an unemployed educator decides to take, in general, the more advanced certifications a TEFL or TESOL Teacher holds, the more opportunity they possess in terms of their marketability and increased number of employment options.    For a limited time, Paradise TEFL Certification Programs offers these advanced certifications such as TOFEL, IELTS, and TEYL at the SAME PRICE as the basic TEFL/TESOL certification! The advanced course provides additional English Language teaching certifications and is offered in tandem with our site course in Chiang Mai Thailand, or as a complete series of online modules.  You should have already completed a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA course first in order to be eligible and teaching experience is necessary. (Our on-site program provides 2 to 3 weeks of hands on observed teaching practice to help our teachers to effectively develop their skills). All courses are certified and you will receive a certificate of completion, which is internationally recognized and accepted when you graduate from the course. Many of those who already have experience as TEFL instructors are finding that becoming a certified TEFL trainer is another opportunity and feather in their cap in terms of meeting the demand of TEFL instructors (who are leaving their home countries and working abroad) by teaching others how to teach TEFL effectively. Graduates with these additional certifications have the advantage of substantially increasing their marketability and employment status. Improve your chances of getting a good job with a higher level of pay by enrolling today!

Teaching in Thailand with Paradise TEFL Chiang Mai

Teaching in Thailand with Paradise TEFL Chiang Mai

Asian countries have some of the fastest growing economies worldwide, and the demand for qualified English teachers is constantly increasing.

Thailand is a low-cost, friendly and centrally located country, which makes it easy to get oriented to opportunities throughout Asia. In Thailand, you will spend less time in traffic, or waiting for a taxi, and more time gaining teaching skills and experience. The Thai culture is also very friendly and respectful, which makes it an ideal environment for new teachers to practice teaching. 

In addition to learning teaching skills, we will encourage you to explore cultural sites (or have hiking, rock climbing, or rafting options) which will complement your understanding of a multi-cultural approach to teaching.

 

The Paradise TEFL Chiang Mai Teacher Training program is firmly committed to offering the most well rounded, continually expanded and developed English Teacher Training available. The Teacher Training program instructors see each and every course as a unique opportunity to lead the way forward in TEFL Teacher Training techniques, materials, and Technology.

 

Our graduates are able to walk into any classroom, anywhere in the world and teach English without hesitation.

 

We also consider our TEFL Training program to be an immersive life experience, as well as a career opportunity, that will continue to become more rewarding with each and every step forward. Our Training Center, located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, allows future English teachers to experience cultural integration into to one of South East Asia’s most livable cities while also getting a genuine taste of real working environments and prospective job markets for English teachers throughout Asia. 

TEFL Chiang Mai also considers your month of Teacher Training as simply the first month in an educational and career development relationship that will be continually built upon through teaching resource exchanges, job search and placement assistance.

Whatever plan of action an unemployed educator decides to take, in general, the more advanced certifications a TEFL or TESOL Teacher holds, the more opportunity they possess in terms of their marketability and increased number of employment options. 

 

For a limited time, Paradise TEFL Certification Program offers these advanced certifications such as TOFEL, IELTS, and TEYL at the SAME PRICE as the basic TEFL/TESOL certification!

The advanced course provides additional English Language teaching certifications and is offered in tandem with our site course in Chiang Mai Thailand, or as a complete series of online modules.  You should have already completed a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA course first in order to be eligible and teaching experience is necessary. (Our on-site program provides 2 to 3 weeks of hands on observed teaching practice to help our teachers to effectively develop their skills).

All courses are certified and you will receive a certificate of completion, which is internationally recognized and accepted when you graduate from the course. Many of those who already have experience as TEFL instructors are finding that becoming a certified TEFL trainer is another opportunity and feather in their cap in terms of meeting the demand of TEFL instructors (who are leaving their home countries and working abroad) by teaching others how to teach TEFL effectively.

Graduates with these additional certifications have the advantage of substantially increasing their marketability and employment status. Improve your chances of getting a good job with a higher level of pay by enrolling today!

 

 

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TEACHING ENGLISH WORLDWIDE (Pay Scales, Conditions, & Information by Region)

Teaching TEFL/TESOL Worldwide- Opportunities Abound!

Reprinted from Backpacker Magazine by TEFLChiangMai

Travel the world; experience a foreign culture; learn a new language; and improve the futures of many. This is your chance to make a difference.

TEACHING ENGLISH IN ASIA:

For a qualified TEFL teacher, Asia offers a diverse range of teaching opportunities and experiences. There is a huge demand for native English speaking TEFL teachers, so there is never a shortage of jobs, and salaries are amongst the highest in the industry. If you hold a degree (not specifically a teaching degree) and a TEFL certificate, you will find it incredibly easy to obtain a position in the country of your choice.

Some countries “overlook” the need for a degree, and focus more on a TEFL qualification, provided it is not an online qualification or from a TEFL course of less than 4 weeks’ duration.  Salaries for TEFL teachers vary from country to country, depending largely on the cost of living.  However, no matter where you teach, you will always find a great variety of cultural experiences.  Asia has something for everyone – from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, to the peace and tranquility of the rural areas.  Teachers are held in high regard in Asia, and students are very respectful.

TEFL in Thailand

• Average TEFL teacher salary: 25,000-55,000 Baht/mth
• Main TEFL locations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Suratthani, Ayudhya, Khon Kean
• TEFL job opportunities: Thailand is alive with TEFL teaching opportunities and is without doubt one of the easiest places in Asia to find TEFL teaching work. The demand for English remains extremely high. A degree is usually asked for, but in reality, there are many TEFL positions available to anyone with an internationally recognised TEFL certificate.
• Opportunities exist in a number of areas: Government and private schools, universities, colleges, private language schools, international schools, businesses, the tourism industry.  TOEFL, IELTS, GMAT, SAT and other such test-preparation classes are also very popular.  Private tutoring is also in high demand, and can be a great income supplement to the TEFL teacher.
• Thai students are extremely motivated to learn, and hold teachers in high esteem.  Their sense of fun makes teaching in Thailand a very satisfying and rewarding experience.  The beauty and mystique of this country are the main reasons that it is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and a focal point for TEFL teachers.

TEFL in China

• Average TEFL teacher salary:  Vary enormously. RMB3,000-RMB8,500/mth
• Main TEFL locations:  Nationwide
• TEFL job opportunities: One of the largest and most densely-populated countries in the world, China is home to a variety of mysterious and influential cultures and exotic religions – all along with a colourful and engaging history. Its beauty and diversity make China a popular destination for TEFL teachers. A country looking to the future, but never forgetting its past, China is the perfect place for those looking to begin their TEFL teaching career.
• Generally, TEFL teachers receiving visas through a school in China are not permitted to teach outside of that school. However, this is usually not a problem, since the cost of living in China is very low. Therefore, TEFL teachers in China should be able to live very comfortably on their salaries. 
• Most TEFL teachers arrange jobs before arriving in China, normally by contacting recruitment agencies or individual employers. Positions in public colleges and universities are often pre-arranged by applying to Chinese embassies or consulates overseas, or to the International Employment Office in Beijing. It is also possible to apply to the provincial Education offices or directly to the institutes themselves (addressed to the Foreign Affairs Office, or Waiban). With China now engaged in huge levels of international trade, there is a great demand for Business English in the Chinese Commercial sector. Many companies are now setting up their own in-house English teaching programs, and recruit either from the ExPat community, or from overseas. 

 TEFL in Indonesia

• Average TEFL teacher salary: 6,000,000-8,000,000 Rupiah/mth (in the big cities)
• Main TEFL locations: Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Yogyakarta, Solo
• TEFL job opportunities: Indonesia is one of the most beautiful, fascinating and culturally absorbing nations in the world.  The world’s fifth most populous nation, it has been rapidly recovering from the political and economic instability that rocked the country at the end of the 1990s. The major language schools survived the crisis and continue to be staffed by foreign teachers.
• The best TEFL teaching prospects in Indonesia are for those who have completed TEFL training and are willing to sign a 12- or 18-month contract. Most jobs are in Jakarta, though there are also schools in Surabaya, Bandung, Yogayakarta, and Solo (among others).
• Visas are an issue whatever the nationality. Work permit regulations are rigidly adhered to in Indonesia, and all the established schools will apply for a visa permit on your behalf. TEFL teachers must have English as their first language and be nationals of the U.S., Canada, Britain, Australia, or New Zealand. With more informal teaching positions, it is necessary to leave the country every two months.

 

TEFL in Japan

• Average TEFL teacher salary: ¥220,000 – ¥320,000 per month
• Main TEFL locations: Tokyo, Osaka
• TEFL job opportunities: The prospect of working in Japan attracts thousands of TEFL teachers each year. The demand for English remains strong, although recession in the late 1990s resulted in the closure of some major companies, when fewer Japanese people were willing to pay for expensive English lessons. Consequently, competition for teaching jobs has become more acute. Be prepared to spend a sizeable sum of money while conducting the job hunt, because of the high cost of living in Japanese cities. Once established, the financial rewards can be considerable.
• There are several different options open to people looking for a TEFL teaching job: eikaiwa schools, the JET program and private primary, secondary and third-level schools. Once you’ve got yourself established with a job and a valid visa status, there is also the possibility of teaching lessons privately.
• The most common means of recruitment after the internet is by advertising in English language newspapers.  A university degree is a requirement in order to obtain a work permit to teach.

 TEFL in South Korea

• Average TEFL teacher salary: 1.8 – 2.5 million Won/Month (Approx $1500-$3000 USD / Month)
• Main TEFL locations: Seoul, Pusan
• TEFL job opportunities: South Korea now rivals Japan as one of the busiest TEFL teaching destinations in Asia. With an estimated 100,000 institutes offering English lessons of some sort, the demand for native-speaking English teachers is huge. TEFL teachers should be careful about accepting the first Korean job offer that comes their way. While Korea boasts some of the most attractive TEFL teaching positions anywhere in the world, it is gaining a reputation for some of the worst. Most teaching opportunities exist in Private Language Institutes (Hakwons), and conditions, contracts and salaries vary enormously between employers. The number of Hakwons that close within a few weeks of opening is alarming, as is the number of teachers leaving Korea with stories of contract and pay hassles.  A degree and a TEFL certificate are required.
• TEFL teaching opportunities can also be found in corporate in-house language programs, universities, public relations and advertising companies, and of course, private tutoring.
• Korea is a fascinating country in which to spend a year or two teaching English. And while most teachers experience serious culture-shock on arrival, they generally return home with very positive memories.

TEFL in Taiwan

Average TEFL teacher salary: NT$40,000-NT$60,000/mth

• Main TEFL locations:  Taipei
• TEFL job opportunities: Until the early ’90s, Taiwan was a place where just about anyone could find a well-paid TEFL teaching job. Private language schools (or ‘Buhsibans’), which cram students for university entrance, were on every Taipei street corner. The situation changed when a combination of new government legislation on teachers working illegally, regional economic factors, and the devastating earthquake of October 1999 contrived to dampen the market for English, putting many Buhsibans out of business. But there is still a significant demand for native-speaking TEFL teachers in Taiwan, with many of the TEFL positions involving teaching younger learners. Most Taiwanese employers prefer to recruit locally, and few advertise overseas. The majority require teachers to have at least some kind of TEFL qualification.
• Taiwan might not have quite the allure for teachers it used to, but it remains a fascinating and rewarding place to spend time teaching English.

TEFL in Singapore

• Average TEFL teacher salary: S$2500-S$5000/mth
• Main TEFL locations:  Statewide
• TEFL job opportunities: Teaching EFL in Singapore is comparable to teaching EFL in other Asian countries like Taiwan and Korea, with the exception that it is not as lucrative. TEFL teaching positions are available in both private and government schools. The difference between Singapore and other Asian countries is that Singapore is supposedly an English speaking country. Singlish (Singaporean English) is widely spoken, but is so grammatically different to International English, that it may as well be a separate language. Many students in private language schools attend classes not to learn English, but to learn correct grammar and improve their pronunciation. International schools pay well, but only hire qualified and experienced teachers.  A degree and a TEFL certificate are required.
• The cost of living in Singapore is quite high, so it’s not a place where TEFL teachers can save money.

TEFL in Malaysia

• Average TEFL teacher salary: R2,000 – R4,000/mth
• Main TEFL locations:  Kuala Lumpur, Penang
• TEFL job opportunities: Malaysia has a well-established and generally high-quality TEFL market, which provides good pay rates and conditions for teachers who manage to secure work there. Unfortunately, tight work visa regulations have made it difficult for TEFL teachers who do not hold an MA to find work in Malaysia. English is taught as a second language in all Primary and Secondary schools (often as early as Year 1), so many Malaysian teenagers and young adults have a relatively good command of the language.
• A lot of the TEFL teaching is only part-time, which normally means teachers have to supplement their income with private lessons. These are easy to find, as there are plenty of Malaysians who dream of studying at university in the US, Australia or the UK.

TEFL in Vietnam

• Average TEFL teacher salary: US$15-$25/hr, in a good school or university (normally requiring teachers to have an internationally recognized TEFL qualification and a degree). 
  NB: Salaries may be significantly lower outside HCMC and Hanoi.
• Main TEFL locations:  Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi
• TEFL job opportunities:Vietnam is one of the hidden jewels of the TEFL teaching world.  English language learning, like tourism, has been late coming to Vietnam, but spurred on by the needs of its rapidly growing tourism industry, and by the possibilities of international trade in the region, the demand for English has never been greater.  TEFL teaching positions can be obtained quite easily for anyone with a TEFL certificate, however more recently, degrees are becoming necessary for a visa.  Obtaining a visa can be a frustrating process.  Most TEFL teachers arrive on a tourist visa, then once a teaching position has been obtained, the school sponsors the teacher in order to obtain a working visa.
• Most of the TEFL teaching jobs are in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, in language schools, teaching students of all ages.  There is also work in universities, but the pay is generally lower than in language schools.  Your money goes a long way in Vietnam, so TEFL teachers find that they can easily save money and enjoy the lifestyle.

TEFL in Laos

• Average TEFL teacher salary: US$10-US$13/hr
• Main TEFL locations:  Vientiane, Luang Prabang
• TEFL job opportunities: Laos’ country-feel is very friendly and accommodating. The people are warm and hospitable and life here is very comfortable. In the past few years many language institutes have popped up Vientiane, and to a lesser extent, Luang Prabang. These schools generally pay well, on a per hour basis, but it is difficult to get full time work. They also don’t supply housing, and sometimes don’t supply a work visa.
• Another option is to work at one of the bilingual schools (there are quite a few), and the pay ranges from US$600-US$1000/mth. The lower paying jobs usually provide free housing and a work visa is provided by all.
• There are many TEFL teachers volunteering in the more rural areas of the country, where paid TEFL positions are rare.  The experience alone is more than enough reward.

TEFL in Cambodia

• Average TEFL teacher salary: US$7-US$12/hr
• Main TEFL locations:  Phnom Penh
• TEFL job opportunities: TEFL teaching opportunities in Cambodia are similar to that of Laos.  Language institutes and universities in Phnom Penh are the main sources of TEFL teaching jobs. A TEFL certificate and a degree are requirements. A teaching certificate is highly recommended, though not required.  Very few contracts exist; schools rarely recruit online; and most interviews are conducted in person.
• Again, many TEFL teachers choose to volunteer in the poorer regions.

TEFL in Hong Kong

• Average TEFL teacher salary: Private Sector: HK$20,000-$50,000/mth. State Sector: HK$205,000-$557,000/yr (+ HK$13,000 special allowance). Freelance Teachers can earn: HK$200-$600/hr.
• Main TEFL locations:  Hong Kong
• TEFL job opportunities: Hong Kong offers some of the best paid TEFL teaching jobs in the world. But the island’s frenetic pace and 24/7 timetable is not for the faint-hearted.  Learning English, more than ever, is on everyone’s agenda. There is even a move to eliminate Cantonese and to establish English and Putonghua (modern Standard Chinese) as the only two languages of instruction in the Hong Kong Education system.
• Opportunities for TEFL teachers abound in English language schools, English-medium schools and universities. The British Council in Hong Kong employs a significant number of TEFL-certified teachers on its summer programs.  The Hong Kong Government’s Native-speaking English Teacher (NET) scheme is another source of well-paid TEFL teaching work for teachers interested in working for 2 years in one of the island’s Public Secondary Schools. The ‘Enhanced NET Scheme’, in operation since 1988/9, annually undertakes to place one native-speaking English teacher in every Public Sector Secondary school with fewer than 40 classes, and two teachers in every Secondary School with more than 40 classes. The Government has also recently decided to employ 400 native-speaking English teachers in the island’s Primary school sector.  There are very few opportunities for TEFL teachers who do not have at least 2 years’ teaching experience and an internationally recognized TEFL Certificate. Many institutions now stipulate that applicants must have a TEFL Diploma or a higher level qualification such as an MA TEFL.

 TEFL in Nepal

• Average TEFL teacher salary:  Low, unless employed by British Council or language schools.
• Main TEFL locations:  Kathmandu, Patan, Bhakatpur
• TEFL job opportunities: Nepal may not be the most obvious place for a TEFL job search, but you’d be surprised. There are quite a few opportunities for TEFL teachers with an open mind and an interest in the rich cultural experience this country has to offer. There is a significant demand for teachers who have experience teaching younger learners, with numerous positions, many of them voluntary, in State and Private school sectors.
• Volunteer placement organizations such as the Peace Corps, the Fulbright Commission and the Voluntary Services Organization (VSO) are very active out here, and the British Council has a teaching operation in Kathmandu.  The natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, the jostling crowds, the bullock carts and the noisy street markets are more than enough to render a teaching stint in Nepal one of the most memorable of your career – not to mention the delightful Nepalese students.

TEFL in India

• Average TEFL teacher salary: 10,000–13,000 rupees/mth
• Main TEFL locations:  Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore
• TEFL job opportunities: India is the third largest English speaking country in the world and the language is quickly becoming essential to the business community. Demand for TEFL teachers is therefore becoming relatively high, but the market can be competitive.  There are quite a few language schools opening up in the major cities, and TEFL teaching opportunities abound within the business sector.
• India’s sprawling cities offer a unique and unforgettable experience to TEFL teachers, one that you’ll never forget.

TEACHING ENGLISH IN AFRICA:

The EFL teaching situation in most parts of Africa is minimal. Many ex-colonies of Britain use English as the medium of instruction in state schools and so most teachers are locals.  In North Africa, most TEFL jobs are in Egypt and Morocco, although you sometimes also see jobs in available in Tunisia. In both Egypt and Morocco, the only jobs worth considering are with universities or with American and British language schools. In Egypt, there are good schools in Cairo and Alexandria, while in Morocco there are schools in most major cities. Most jobs allow a comfortable lifestyle but no real savings.

In Sub-Saharan Africa, it is extremely difficult to find TEFL jobs. Very experienced and qualified EFL teachers may be able to find jobs in US language institutes. For other teachers, the only jobs worth considering are those arranged through aid organizations/programs.

TEFL and degree qualifications are pre-requisites for teaching at the university level; requirements for teaching experience depend on the particular institution or country. The demand is high for instructors who are qualified to teach English for academic purposes and technical and business English, as well as for specialists in curriculum design, teacher training, material development, and administration. Salaries are modest and vary according to the type of teaching institution.

There is some work available in South Africa, but as many of their citizens speak English as a native language, opportunities for non-South Africans are somewhat limited.

Some opportunities exist in almost all countries, but the only African nations where there is any significant scope for working in private language schools, or institutes, are detailed below:

TEFL in Egypt

• Average TEFL teacher salary: US$5-US$15/hr
• Main TEFL locations:  Cairo, Alexandria, Heliopolis, Maadi, Zamalek
• TEFL job opportunities: As an EFL teaching destination, Egypt has a lot to offer. Historically and archeologically, it has few equals.  From an EFL teaching perspective, it represents some of the best paid teaching positions in North Africa – particularly in the Sinai Desert.  Big cities such as Cairo and Alexandria also offer plenty of job opportunities for the EFL teacher. Most institutions require an internationally recognized TEFL Certificate, and teachers who have taught Business English or younger learners should have no problem finding work.
• The British Council has offices in Cairo and Alexandria, and other reputable institutions such as International House and the American University are also present out here.
• In prosperous residential areas like Heliopolis, Maadi, and Zamalek anyone who can cultivate contacts can set up private lessons.
• There are far fewer restrictions for women in Egypt than in many of the other Muslim countries of North Africa and the Middle East, which makes this land of the Pharaohs, the Pyramids and the Sphinx a viable proposition for any EFL teacher looking for an exotic teaching assignment in an unforgettable place.

TEFL in Kenya

• Average TEFL teacher salary: KS450-KS500/hr
• Main TEFL locations:

Paradise TEFL Beach Program

Paradise TEFL is pleased to announce its newest location in Hua Hin Thailand!

 

Fun in the sun is whats happening in April with Paradise TEFL's newest program location in the resort beach region of Hua Hin Thailand! 

 

Hua Hin, literally meaning "stone head" in Thai, is one of the oldest as well as the most popular beach resorts in the country, situated on the west coast of the Gulf of Thailand. 

Located about 200 km south of Bangkok and 85 km from the provincial capital, this resort town is much favored for its serene atmosphere comprising striking vistas, tranquil beaches, rainforest jungles, stunning caves, crystal clear water and clean white sand.

Once a typical fishing village, Hua Hin has now transformed into a well-established beach resort coupled with first-class facilities and traditional Thai hospitality. 

Attractions, among many others, are National Parkland of more than 2000 sq km and Teakwood Palace, which is 12 km south of Hua Hin. 

Hua Hin also provides excellent options to enjoy a range of activities such as elephant trips, fishing, beach cycling, snorkeling, and horse riding. Besides, Hua Hin is a golfer's paradise, with world-class golf courses such as Royal Hua Hin Golf Course and Lake View Golf Course. 

The city of Hua Hin is reputed to be one of the best places in the entire Kingdom for relaxation, outstanding seafood, and "sanook" times on the shores of the fabled gulf. Close enough to Bangkok to make it accessible for Thai families, foreign ex-patriots and local honeymooners alike. The city has grown quickly in the past decade as increasing numbers of international tourists and retirees have begun to settle in the city. 

Hua Hin now boasts a new Mall with increasing number of western influences into this once remote seaside village. If it a quieter setting which you desire rent a motorbike and head south about a half hour to the many less developed beaches and smaller scale resorts in the areas of Dolphin Bay near Pranburi and beyond, all the way to Prachuap Khin Khan. Here you find a slower and more relaxed pace, perhaps reflecting a life more relative to some by-gone era in Mexico or the Caribbean.

 

Our four week on-site TEFL course means you will spend most of your instructional time actually teaching. The advanced and intensive courses we offer are available throughout all of our many locations we now offer whether it is on the beach or in the mountains of in Thailand, Cambodia and Mexico or the big cities of China. 

 

The option of studying in Hua Hin means that you can have time to obtain your certification by arranging your schedule when it is most convenient to you and your students, allowing everyone ample time to complete assignments and focus on their observed teaching practice while still being able to relax on the beach or go for a refreshing swim. 

 

Unlike other TEFL or TESOL programs, you don't have to accept the unhealthy cram and jam approaches of many of the stiff traditional TEFL certification seminars any more, which allow you little opportunity to develop your academic and hands on skills while still being able to take care of your personal needs and enjoy the benefits of exploring and socializing the local Thai beach local culture. 

 

To teach literally means to "draw out." Real life experience is not about learning out of a text book and over stuffing yourself or your students with useless terminology and information no one will ever use in a practical setting. "In Paradise," we understand the importance of allowing you the autonomy to excel through a practical approach, not overloading you or preparing you for some school of yester-year that no longer exists. 

 

For a limited time, Paradise TEFL Certification Program offers these advanced certifications such as TOFEL, IELTS, and TEYL at the SAME PRICE as the basic TEFL/TESOL certification!

 

The advanced course provides additional English Language teaching certifications and is offered in tandem with our site courses, or as a complete series of online modules. Ideally, you should have already completed a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA course first in order to be eligible and teaching experience is necessary. (Our on-site program provides 2 to 3 weeks of hands on observed teaching practice to help our teachers to effectively develop their skills).

 

All courses are properly accredited and you will receive a certificate of completion, which is internationally recognized and accepted when you graduate from the course. Many of those who already have experience as TEFL instructors are finding that becoming a certified TEFL trainer is another opportunity and feather in their cap in terms of meeting the demand of TEFL instructors (who are leaving their home countries and working abroad) by teaching others how to teach TEFL effectively.

 

Graduates with these additional certifications have the advantage of substantially increasing their marketability and employment status. Improve your chances of getting a good job with a higher level of pay by enrolling today!

Teacher Expectations, Student Performance, and Personal Satisfaction

Teacher Expectations, Student Performance, and Personal Satisfaction

It has often been demonstrated that that high teacher expectations lead to higher levels of student performance. This is also true in terms of what the teacher expects not only out of their students, but in terms of their level of job success and satisfaction in the teaching profession as a whole. 

Perhaps one needs to begin by asking themselves why they would like to be a teacher in the first place. Is it to travel abroad, settle down, or perhaps work toward a comfortable retirement?

Coming from a Western Background it can be mind boggling the changes in student attitudes and expectations when one ventures abroad to teach not only from country to country and region to region, but from town to town and city to city. The levels of professionalism and working conditions vary a great deal along the lines of cultural norms and demographics of wealth and poverty as well as lifestyles of both urban and rural settings. 

Similarly student behavior can follow along these same lines. The ebb and flow of life is very different in the urban and rural parts of the Middle East and "developed Asia" compared to urban or rural regions in Southern and Southeast Asia, Central and Northern Africa, Eastern Europe, or Central America and Interior South America, to say the least. It is a good idea to know what to expect before you commit your life's purpose to a place that cannot ultimately fill the demands of what it is you personally need to have a good quality of life.

Before packing up all your worldly possessions into a matchbox and buying a one way ticket to a far off land, it is a good idea to learn about the cultural expectations and financial opportunities available really are, before attempting to navigate the endless list of jobs, nations and potentially life fulfilling experiences. For some a professional working environment with all the latest technology is a top priority, while others are happy in with "little grass shack" and only a few basic necessities. Everyone has a different definition of what a "dream job" looks like for them, although there are some basic common attributes which usually tend to emerge, such as professional treatment/working conditions, competitive pay, professional growth opportunities, collaboration planning and healthy supervisory and subordinate relations, just to name a few.

We at Paradise TEFL we have placed teachers in countries literally the world over depending on your individual background experience and needs. We recommend doing some research to determine which regions will work best for you and beyond that making sure that you have an experienced pool of instructors who have taught in diverse locations, environments and conditions in order to obtain expert advice on where you will find the "best fit" for your individual and family requirements. When in doubt, ask us, we are happy to assist and make practical suggestions to help you find a practical solution to your needs.

 

If on line or virtual coursework is indeed the most efficient method of choice for you in studying TEFL/TESOL, make sure you seek out a qualified program and that you are getting good feed back on where you should apply after you get certified. Our virtual class offers you hands on experience from the comfort of your own home. Many employers want to know and see evidence of the extent of your hands on and cultural experience as a prerequisite not only in terms of hiring, but in terms of income, benefits, and other perks like housing before they hire and place you, as well as the age and ability of the students they will allow you to teach. These factors also vary and may affect your decisions of where you want to end up when you begin your search for jobs.

A few things to consider are as follows:

If English is not my first or "Native" language does proclude you from becoming a TEFL instructor and where can you go to teach?  There may or may not be a set concrete answer, but most likely there will be factors and trends for the kind of teachers they like to hire and with our guidance we can help you to narrow the focus of where you can reasonably expect to find decent work.

Ask yourself some important values questions first. For example, "What kind of economic opportunity do I want and need?" Are you will to give up a life of modern amenities for a job opportunity that provides a rich cultural experience? Or is income more important to you at this point in your career. Is a "laid back lifestyle" more important to you, or are access to consumer goods and western style services paramount to your health and happiness? 

Is your goal to travel or to save? To get your feet wet or build a long term career? What kind of lifestyle do you like to afford? Are you comfortable on a shoestring or do you need more creature comforts to create a sustainable life for yourself and others who you care about or share your life with?

Basic considerations like these can help you to adequately prepare and narrow you focus so that you don't arrive with unrealistic expectations or basic necessity complications.

At Paradise TEFL we provide the kind of personal approach to your situation throughout the breadth of our program. From the schedule we set to the places you will conduct your observed teaching. We strive to meet the individual needs of our participants.

 

Whatever plan of action an unemployed educator decides to take, in general, the more advanced certifications a TEFL or TESOL Teacher holds, the more opportunity they possess in terms of their marketability and increased number of employment options. 

 

For a limited time, Paradise TEFL Certification Program offers these advanced certifications such as TOFEL, IELTS, and TEYL at the SAME PRICE as the basic TEFL/TESOL certification!

The advanced course provides additional English Language teaching certifications and is offered in tandem with our site course in Chiang Mai Thailand, or as a complete series of online modules.  You should have already completed a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA course first in order to be eligible and teaching experience is necessary. (Our on-site program provides 2 to 3 weeks of hands on observed teaching practice to help our teachers to effectively develop their skills).

All courses are certified and you will receive a certificate of completion, which is internationally recognized and accepted when you graduate from the course. Many of those who already have experience as TEFL instructors are finding that becoming a certified TEFL trainer is another opportunity and feather in their cap in terms of meeting the demand of TEFL instructors (who are leaving their home countries and working abroad) by teaching others how to teach TEFL effectively.

Graduates with these additional certifications have the advantage of substantially increasing their marketability and employment status. Improve your chances of getting a good job with a higher level of pay by enrolling today!

 

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