Archive for February, 1998
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February 2, 1998
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There are different institutions which offer teaching jobs. The industry can be devivded into three different segments. Maybe the biggest and most diverse employer are christian colleges and universitiesand universities, either State or Private Institutions.
To apply for a teaching job at a university or a college, prospective teacher need to have at least a College degree and in many cases a teaching certificate. Most christian colleges and universitiesand universities have job listings on their websites. These kind of institutions offer either contract positions or tenure positions. Tenure positions require high qualifications and are most of the time not available to unexperienced teaching personel.
Beginners are offered positions mostly for 1 year, if the candidate is qualified a possible tenure position can be offered but these positions are very rare.
Another sector for teaching jobs is the private sector, either private schools for adult eduction or for example language schools. As these institutions in the most cases are not issuing official diplomas, many schools can accept teachers without degrees or teaching certificates. Especially language schools are quite flexible when it comes to qualifications and experience of teachers. If the teacher is a native speaker of an exotic language which is popular to learn, it can very easy to get a position even without proper qualification. Of course a prospective teacher should always be prepared for his teaching job, as the work will be much easier and interesting if one is prepared.
A third possiblity is to work for a charity organisation. These kind of institutions offer learners of low income families a possiblity to gain knowledge and develop personally. Many organisation offer after school programs to Inner City Kids or teach adults which had no formal schooling. Some of these organizations operate in third world countries in Africa, South America or Asia. Most charity organization do not pay their teacher but offer free housing if they are situated overseas or a small compensation for gas and food. A decision to take a teaching job in a charity organisation can be very rewarding and be an interesting experience. Most teachers in charity organizations are typically college and university graduates who want to give something back to society.
Working as a teacher, paid or unpaid, is not only a job, but always comes with responsibility, as the learners depend on the quality and knowledge of the teacher. It can also be a very rewarding career.
There are several Job boards and Jobsites available on the internet that specialise in teaching jobs.
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February 1, 1998
TEFL in Taiwan? Taiwan like most Asian countries seems to have an endless desire for English teachers. There are jobs in the teaching area available almost all year. What is it really like to teach English in Taiwan? Many people choose to work in Taiwan because of how easy it can be to get a job and the requirements to be a teacher aren’t that strict or difficult. Teaching can sometimes be difficult and tiring, but you can make decent money as a teacher in Taiwan.
The majority of English teaching work in Taiwan is in cram schools. These schools cater classes to children as parents send their children to English classes at a very early age. The children are aged from six to about 12 years of age. Due to this, what you teach in class is usually fairly simple. This doesn’t mean there aren’t any jobs to teach adults, the majority of work in Taiwan for English teachers is teaching children.
To be an English teacher you only need to satisfy a few basic requirements. The first is that you hold a Bachelor’s degree and you need to come from a country where English is the native language. For people who are from Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa you you satisfy this requirement.
If you are looking for TEFL in Taiwan, then the good news is that almost anyone can teach English in Taiwan today. Provided you have a recognized three or four year Bachelor’s degree and coming from an English speaking country listed above you should find getting a job in Taiwan teaching to be easy.
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February 1, 1998
Teaching is a profession unlike any other. It is a way of life, a passion and a calling. Teachers do not just teach in a classroom, they are teachers everywhere. Every child is a student and every opportunity is a teachable moment. Unlock the Five Secrets to a Successful Teaching Career below and prepare for a rewarding experience.
Be Resourceful
Teaching requires a great deal of thinking outside the box. Being resourceful means that a teacher is constantly searching to find new ways of teaching students and supplying her classroom with the materials she needs. A resourceful teacher is not afraid to try innovative lessons to reach her students and make learning fun. By being resourceful a teacher keeps her classroom well stocked and her students engaged which are two key components to a long, happy career.
Be Adaptable
Sometimes the hardest, but most effective thing a teacher can do is to be adaptable. It requires a great deal of self-confidence to change direction of a lesson or project mid-stream. When a teacher takes her own plans out of the equation and really looks at what is best for her students, she is adapting to the most important component of her job – the children. Adapting lessons for whatever reason, whether it is for a student with a disability, a slow learner or an ESL student, takes more work than not adapting them. However, success in teaching is not measured by a paycheck, but by the amount of learning that takes place. Being adaptable will make any teacher a better educator with students who will be the richer for her efforts.
Find Balance
It is easy to slip into 24-hour/7-day-a-week teacher mode. Lesson plans always need to be done, papers to grade will always be piled high and forms will always need to be completed. If allowed, teaching can take over an educator’s life. It is critical to a long-term successful teaching career, that balance between work and life is found. Set designated time to complete the paperwork that needs to be finished and when that time is over stop working! Reading a frivolous book, listening to music or going for a walk will help keep life balanced. If a teacher is unable to find balance, her career will be short-lived.
Continue Learning
Most states require a teacher to continue her education beyond a bachelor’s degree. While it may be an essential part of maintaining a teaching license, it is also a great way to stay fresh and current with new teaching methods and ideas. Teaching is not a stagnant profession. Even though many approaches and practices are traditionally based, there are always new things to learn. The cost of continuing education is always a factor, so be resourceful and seek out community colleges and other places that provide continuing education credits for teachers.
Have Fun
One of the best parts about working with children is that it is fun. Laughter and smiles are a daily part of any teacher’s routine. Students love seeing their teacher in a funny wig or with a bright scarf wrapped around her neck. Enjoy teaching! Do not be afraid to be colorful both in dress and personality. The more fun had, the longer and more successful a teaching career will be.
Teaching is a calling. Enjoy the fact that it is one that is available and attainable. Embrace the challenges and the rewards with equal fervor knowing that a child’s life will be forever changed. Use the Five Secrets to a Successful Teaching Career to guide the journey and encourage along the way.