Academy of Teaching and Training Inc. : Academy of Teaching and Training Inc. Free Information Slideshow Presentation
Our Mission : Our Mission The Academy Of Teaching and Training is committed to providing quality teacher education in the field of English as a Second Language. We are dedicated to delivering comprehensive teacher training programs that meet the needs of EFL/ESL employers both locally and internationally.
Our Purpose : Our Purpose The main purpose of our programs is to mentor potential and current teachers in teaching English as a second or foreign language (ESL/EFL) with a solid theoretical background, relevant methodologies and practical, communicative teaching skills to teach English in Canada and abroad.
Our History : Our History Began in January 2003, in Toronto
Division of ESLplus Inc
Over 200 graduates since 2003
TESL Canada recognized programs
Owned and managed by an ESL
professional and teacher trainer
Definitions : Definitions What is ESL?
English as a second language
Used worldwide to describe the study of English in a native English-speaking country by non-native English speakers
Definitions : Definitions What is EFL?
English as a foreign language
Used worldwide to describe the study of English in a country where English is not the students’ native language
Definitions : Definitions What is TESOL?
Teaching (or Teachers of) English to Speakers of Other Languages
Used worldwide to describe the teaching of the English language to non-English speakers
Used interchangeably with “TESL” or “TEFL”
Definitions : Definitions What is TESL or TEFL?
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language
What is CELTA?
Teaching Certificate in English Language Training for Adults (Royal Society of Arts)
English teacher certification program in Britain
Our Programs : Our Programs Foundation TESOL* Certificate Program
*Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
5-day intensive teacher training
60 hours in total (including practicum and independent readings)
Practicum: 10 hours
Ideal for those who plan to teach in EFL countries, conversational English or private tutorial setting
Our Programs : Our Programs Advanced TESOL* Certificate Program
*Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
9-day intensive teacher training
65 hours in-class sessions
Practicum:
10 hours if working towards TESL/TEFL Basic
40 hours if working towards TESL/TEFL Advanced
Ideal for those who decide to upgrade their Foundation TESOL to TESL/TEFL status
Our Programs : Our Programs TESL/TEFL* Basic Post-Graduate Certificate
*Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language
14-day intensive teacher training
100 hours in-class sessions
Practicum: 20 hours
Ideal for those who wish to teach all levels of English, locally or abroad
Our Programs : Our Programs TESL/TEFL* Advanced Post-Graduate Certificate
*Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language
14-day intensive teacher training
100 hours in-class sessions
Practicum: 50 hours
Ideal for those who wish to teach all levels of English, locally or abroad
Questions to ask yourself: : Questions to ask yourself: How are my English skills?
Do I truly care about how a person learns or uses a target language?
How are my social skills?
Do I possess potential effective teaching skills?
Am I the type of person to travel and teach?
If you… : If you… Wish to earn tax-free money in order to pay off debts and/or save money
Are unemployed or not satisfied with present work situation
Are an adventurer who wants to travel and make good money to continue your global travels
Are a high school or university/college graduate wanting to take a year or two off between your academic studies and your work career
If you… : If you… Are new or inexperienced in teaching
Want to make a career in the booming English-teaching industry
Are retired but not ready to retire
Would like to explore church missions or join volunteer organizations
Desire to tutor or teach English in public or private institutions
Then… : Then…
TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND OR FOREIGN LANGUAGE IS FOR YOU!
Am I eligible to join the programs? : Am I eligible to join the programs? Must be a native or near-native, or fluent non-native English speaker
Minimum High School graduate for TESOL; Minimum University Level for TESL/TEFL
Flexible, open-minded and creative
Computer literate
Teaching experience not necessary, but a plus
What is the demand for ESL/EFL teachers out there? : What is the demand for ESL/EFL teachers out there? 30,000 conversational and basic English language teachers needed in more than 85 countries
Asia – south Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, Thailand, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, Philippines, Pakistan, Nepal and India
Eastern Europe – Poland, Czech Republic,Hungary, Slovakia, Turkey, Bulgaria, Russia, Ukraine, Romania, Latvia, Croatia
What is the demand for ESL/EFL teachers out there? : What is the demand for ESL/EFL teachers out there? Western Europe – Spain, Greece, Portugal, Italy, France, Germany, Austria,Belgium and Finland
Latin America – Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Costa Rica, Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, Peru, Venezuela, Ecuador, Honduras, El Salvador, Panama and Guatemala
Middle East – Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Israel, Lebanon, Qatar, Bahrain, Syria, Libya, Oman, Yemen, Iran
What is the demand for ESL/EFL teachers out there? : What is the demand for ESL/EFL teachers out there? Africa – Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Botswana, Malawi, Tanzania and Nigeria
Native English-Speaking Countries – USA, Australia, Canada, England, New Zealand, Scotland and Ireland
Countries presently paying the most money to ESL/EFL teachers: : Countries presently paying the most money to ESL/EFL teachers: Asia – South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan
Eastern Europe – Poland, Czech Republic, Turkey
Western Europe – Germany, Spain, Austria
Latin America – Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile
Middle East – Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain
Africa – Egypt, Morocco
How much do ESL/EFL teachers earn at present? : How much do ESL/EFL teachers earn at present? IN CANADA:
School boards - $32-$35/hour for certified teachers; $18-$22 per hour if you are not
Community colleges - $32-$50 an hour (TESL/TEFL preferred)
University ESL programs - $40-$55 an hour; graduate degree preferred
Private schools: $12-$25 an hour
Private tutoring: $10-$35 an hour
Corporate training: $25-$50 an hour
How much do ESL/EFL teachers earn at present? : How much do ESL/EFL teachers earn at present? OVERSEAS:
Private tutoring – between C$45-C$100/hour
20-25 hours classroom teaching a week – C$3,100 to C$4,600 per month including benefits
Short-term contracts (e.g. summer) - $800-$1200 per week or $35-$55 an hour
Schools provide classroom workbooks, teaching aids and training
Almost always you will be paid in the local currency
Why should I choose the Academy for my teacher training? : Why should I choose the Academy for my teacher training?
Teaching and learning is in-class
Reasonable price for the value of your certificate
Small, interactive classes
Our certificate is recognized globally by employers because of the mother company, ESLplus Inc.
Our TESL/TEFL programs are TESL Canada accredited.
Why should I choose the Academy for my teacher training? : Why should I choose the Academy for my teacher training? Our teaching staff are experienced and qualified as mentors for potential teachers
The owner and director of the Academy is not only a practicing ESL professional and author of ESL books, but also a regular trainer/speaker in TESL Canada and TESL Ontario conferences, as well as affiliates.
Why should I choose the Academy for my teacher training? : Why should I choose the Academy for my teacher training?
We utilize materials that are constantly updated, evaluated and tested in classroom setting
Part-time and fulltime schedules available
Payment Plan options available
What the Academy is NOT: : What the Academy is NOT:
We are not a recruiting agency
We do not guarantee jobs
We are not a diploma mill
We do not misrepresent ourselves
We do not partner exclusively with any employer or school or company or agent
Entrance Requirements: : Entrance Requirements:
Pass the pre-course English assessment test
Copy of proof of Canadian status (passport, PR card, citizenship ID, etc)
Copy of recent diploma
Proof of English proficiency for non-native English speakers (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
Textbooks: : Textbooks: TESOL:
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language by Marianne Celce-Murcia (2006)
TESL/TEFL:
Teaching by Principles: An Interactive Approach to Language Pedagogy by Brown, H. Douglas (2001)
Fees: : Fees:
Foundation TESOL:
Fulltime - $700 Part-time - $800
Advanced TESOL:
Equivalent to TESL/TEFL Basic:
Fulltime - $800 Part-time - $900
Equivalent to TESL/TEFL Advanced:
Fulltime - $1000 Part-time - $1100
*Fees include theory & methodology, course textbook, supplementary materials, registration fee and GST
*International students – additional administration fee of Cdn 75.00 on top of the course fees
Fees: : Fees:
TESL/TEFL Basic:
Fulltime - $1350 Part-time - $1450
TESL/TEFL Advanced:
Fulltime - $1650 Part-time - $1750
*Fees include theory & methodology, course textbook, supplementary materials, registration fee and GST
*International students – additional administration fee of Cdn 75.00 on top of the course fees
Discounts: : Discounts:
5% discount if paying 20+ business days before course start date.
family discount of 5% to second sibling or spouse.
group discount – 15th person FREE
Payment Options: : Payment Options:
Cash
Cheque – payable to Academy of Teaching and Training
Major Credit Card – online through PayPal
Bank/Wire Transfer
Register NOW! : Register NOW!
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