Unlock Your TEFL Success E-Book

H. E. Colby

• Herausgeber: H. E. Colby
• Kategorie: Bildung
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2015

Beschreibung

Help the more than 1 billion students around the world to build solid English skills in an exciting location - and get paid!Learn the ins and outs of teaching English as a foreign language BEFORE you go. In 12 chapters, you learn how to teach the four English language skills plus grammar and vocabulary, how to find a job (including cover letter and resume), and how to organize and present a lesson step-by-step without any experience. Get the practical guide to Teach English as Foreign Language written by a veteran native instructor who gives you the essentials to supercharge your international teaching job search and keys to success in-country.Unlock Your TEFL Success is a primer for those who need the confidence to embrace the exciting adventure that awaits them to teach English abroad.Start your new career today!

Leseprobe

Unlock Your TEFL Success

H.E. Colby

Published by H.E. Colby, 2015.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

UNLOCK YOUR TEFL SUCCESS

First edition. December 21, 2015.

Copyright © 2015 H.E. Colby.

Written by H.E. Colby.

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Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Unlock Your TEFL Success

INTRODUCTION

SECTION ONE: GETTING READY, GETTING HIRED

CHAPTER 1:  Self-Check

CHAPTER 2:  Pack Your Bags!

SECTION TWO: CLASSROOM ESSENTIALS+

CHAPTER 4:  Reading

CHAPTER 5:  Writing

CHAPTER 7:  Speaking

CHAPTER 8:  Grammar

CHAPTER 9:  Vocabulary

CHAPTER 10:  International Tests and Specific English

SECTION THREE:  Quick-and-Dirty Guide to TEFL Success

CHAPTER 11: Plan a Successful EFL Class

CHAPTER 12: Student and School Management

FINAL THOUGHTS

HYPERLINK DISCLAIMER

About the Author

About the Publisher

 

to Noel, Heather, Melissa, and Winn with love

PREFACE

Congratulations! You want to join the special community of teachers of English as a Foreign Language.

Welcome!

Solid English skills are in high demand across the world in order to build a successful career or take an existing career to new heights. There are over 1 billion students of English in the world from all walks of life.

For nearly eight years, I have taught English in Colombia, Argentina, and Brazil. I am happy to share my insights into the rewarding endeavor of helping others use English to make the most of their professional or personal lives.

You will never get rich teaching English. However, the satisfaction of former students contacting you for help with their admission essay to MIT or with writing skills for the IELTS is priceless. Read on!

Consider Unlock Your TEFL Success a primer for those who are on the brink of starting their exciting adventure down perhaps a new career path teaching English abroad.

Good luck,

Professor H. E. Colby

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About the Author

Professor Colby is an experienced English instructor who has been helping students meet their language and professional goals since 2007. Please follow her on Twitter @bizenglish_ace.

INTRODUCTION

Just because you can communicate well in English does not mean you can teach English.

If you were a star in your high school or college English class, you have a head start.

For the rest, you have Unlock Your TEFL Success.

Both native and non-native English speakers gain deep insights into the business, practice, and daily reality of being an English teacher abroad. Remember, there are more non-native than native teachers of English across the world.

Inside you will learn about the practical considerations before jumping on your flight to an exotic location; the minimum qualifications to unlock your TEFL success; and time-honed techniques from a veteran of eight years to deliver a quality English lesson to any learner at any level.

The following chapter outline provides you a detailed glance at the information packed into Unlock Your TEFL Success to take you from the comfort of your living room into a classroom half-way across the globe.

SECTION ONE: Getting Ready, Getting Hired

Introduction: Read an overview of the next 3 fateful chapters to gain insights into your new career.

Chapter 1: Self-Check.  Take a Self-Assessment – Know before you go! Examine the minimum qualifications and evaluate your need for a certification. Read the TEFL FAQ specially prepared for you! Review the 8 Habits of Highly-Effective TEFL Professionals. 

Chapter 2: Pack your bags! Now, learn what items to take with you and how to choose your country. Do you need to know the destination language?

Chapter 3: The Job Hunt. Jobs to teach English abound in the world. But, which one is best for you? How do you write your CV/resume and prepare for the interview?

SECTION TWO:  Classroom Essentials+

Introduction: The next 7 chapters are the core of teaching English as a Foreign Language. My insights from 8 years of classroom experience are yours for the taking!

Chapter 4: Reading. Find out which three skills improve reading for English students.

Chapter 5: Writing. Know these essential pointers for more effective writing.

Chapter 6: Listening. Learn tips to increase the listening comprehension of your students.

Chapter 7: Speaking. Accurate and fluent pronunciation – which comes first?

Chapter 8: Grammar. Your students expect you to know thy English grammar!

Chapter 9: Vocabulary. How strong is your word power? If you share a love for words, your students will have stronger English skills.

Chapter 10: International Tests and Specific English. Preparing students for the SAT, TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, and GMAT and Specific English (Business, Legal, Medical, etc.) is an important part of teaching English (and will pad your wallet).

SECTION THREE:  Quick-and-Dirty Guide to TEFL Success

Introduction: Discover the keys to delivering quality English lessons while managing the expectations of students by keeping your boss happy.

Chapter 11: Plan a Successful EFL Class. Follow these steps used by this veteran English teacher to present an effective English lesson and don’t forget this secret just for you!

Chapter 12: Student and School Management. Sshh! This information is only between you and me. You’ll thank me later!

After completion of this book, you should be better prepared to confidently choose your destination country, feel ready to deliver your first English class, and have a distinct advantage to survive in the TEFL jungle. The world is waiting, tiger!