Different types of online teaching jobs you can get with a bachelor of education degree
Have you been dancing around the idea of being an online teacher for some time? Perhaps you like the idea of having the freedom to work anywhere in the world that you desire. Or, you prefer to work from home, and crave flexibility in your work-life balance. The question is, where and how do you […]
5 ways to teach different levels of ELL students online
If you’ve considered teaching English from home, you’ve probably already thought about the students that will be in your class. What you may not have thought about is the different levels of students! Some students will come to you with little to no knowledge of the English language. They may just be ready to learn […]
Why is feedback important for English language learners in the online ESL classroom?
Managing your online ESL classroom can be a pretty busy job. You have to create and deliver your lessons, manage student behavior, keep your students engaged and cross your fingers that your computer doesn’t shut down or go through a last-minute update! After you gain some confidence, you might be wondering about feedback that will […]
10 entertaining homework ideas for online English Language Learners
Did hearing the words, “do your homework,” when you were a child excite you? For most of us, the word homework doesn’t conjure up exciting or fun memories. Homework was likely one of the last things you wanted to do as a student! However, what if you could make homework fun for students? What if […]
Best online side businesses for teachers and professionals
If you are a teacher looking to make an extra side income or shake things up with a career change, you’re in the right spot. Teachers possess skills that are highly transferable to other professions and careers. An online side business might be just what you need! Plus, there are a lot of online side businesses […]
Top 5 online classroom strategies for managing challenging behavior
Teaching in traditional classrooms can present its own set of challenges, but what about dealing with and managing challenging behavior in the online classroom? Some of the strategies that teachers learn to use for the physical classroom setting may not always transfer to online classes. Therefore, online classroom strategies need to be considered so that […]
Top 10 ESL movies and TV shows for English language learners
Are you in a teaching jam and need a new way to engage your students? Even if everything is running smoothly, it’s important to think about what you can do to make your online classroom more of a collaborative and exciting environment. This applies to teaching adults and young learners. Have you thought about incorporating […]
How to get started teaching English online from home (or anywhere in the world!)
So, you just got your TEFL certification (or maybe you want to!) and you are wondering about how to get started teaching English online. Problem is, you aren’t really sure how it works. We have put together a complete guide that will help you decide if this is the right career path for you. The […]
Top 6 online teaching apps for ESL teachers
If you are new to online teaching, you might be wondering how to save time while also creating beautiful and engaging lessons for your students. The great news? You don’t need a software engineering degree or knowledge of app development to teach English online and deliver great lessons. You just need to know where […]
7 Non-Chinese ESL companies hiring online English teachers
In August, the Chinese government announced sweeping changes to its education policy, barring online tutoring platforms from employing foreign teachers outside China for most subjects, including English. The new laws, which passed with little warning, have devastated leading ESL providers in China, many of which had built successful international learning platforms as an alternative to […]