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Demand and Supply Dictates the Earnings of Teachers

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The demand for teachers is great in Asia

As of January 2017, the population in Asia was over 4 billion people. That is more than 50% of the world’s population.

It is therefore understandable why the largest job markets for TEFL/TESOL holders are in Asia. English is more than a language for non-English speakers. It is a skill. A skill they must spend years to learn. The level of English a person in an Asian country can speak will decide their wages and mobility level.

The demand for English will always be high in Asia; even with the rise in popularity of other languages, it will be sometime before we see English replaced as the world’s language –It certainly will not happen in our lifetime.

Moving to Asia

It is definitely possible for any native English speaker to move to Asia. However, each country has requirements that an aspirant worker must fulfill. Please look at the chart below to view these.

Chart showing requirements and salaries in some Asian countries.

To get the full picture go here.

In 2018 there is no reason for you to be unemployed if you have a degree. Start your journey today.

2018 Is Not Phony, It Will Be Your Best Year

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2018 Will be Your Best

2018 is here and I have great news for you. Yes, you. This is your year to rise and shine.  You can travel the world if you have the will to believe that you can. An ITTT certificate can change your life. In 2012 I embarked on a journey that has been life changing. I moved to Asia and everything in my life changed.

Before moving to Asia I was unemployed. If you are unemployed moving to Asia is one of the best things you can do to change your life. Do not let life pass you by. You are special and you should live a special life. Many persons are being the best them, why shouldn’t you?

 

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Start Teaching English in Japan

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 Teaching

Moving to Japan at the start of the decade, was the spark that changed everything in my life.

Teaching English as a second language is often not seen as a career path worth taking. However, no one can deny that it is a skill. The beauty about skills is the fact that you can use them to get paid. Especially if you are willing to hone them. A honed skill will always lead to professional and financial satisfaction.

Starting out

When you are an amateur( at anything) you must practice in order to gain mastery . You will also need an environment conducive to learning in order to improve your skills. For this reason, no place is better to teach English than Japan.

Japan has the third largest economy in the world. Therefore their professionals must learn to speak the language of business( English). Japan is also one of the world’s most traveled destination. Therefore it is an advantage if citizens learn the most popular language on earth.

Simply put the demand for English is great in Japan.

Your options

There are several ways to start teaching English in Japan but your best bet will be to start at an eikaiwa ( conversation school) or as an ALT in a public school.

Both groups are constantly recruiting. Therefore it is possible to be recruited from your home country.

But before we go any further, please note some differences between the two.

Differences:

  • Pay
  • Work Schedule
  • Time off/vacation
  • Facilities
  • Extra obligations

For more  information please watch the following video:

If you still need more information, click here.

Be proactive

You will never teach English in Japan unless you start the process ( ask questions, do your research, wait and ask even more questions). You can teach English in Japan; you can become a skilled professional.

However, if you want to become a professional you must practice. Luckily, you can do this at your own pace with ITTT.

Why worry about jobs when you have options. Start doing your research today and start your new life within months.

 

 

Start Your First Day Teaching With A Smile

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First Day of Work

It is natural to fear the unknown. The first day of work regardless of the position is a venture into the unknown.

We have all been there; dressing our best to make a great first impression; being anxious to meet our new colleagues and hoping that they won’t turn into devils four weeks later.  The wishes, the prayers, and hopes of being able to use your skills to the best of your abilities.

The One Size Fit all Solution

In all new situations one must have an open mind and a positive attitude. This mood will make it easier for you to manifest a smile.

A TEFL/TESOL teacher must always remember the importance of a smile. A smile will put both you and your students at ease. Simply put, a smile is a serum to remove self-doubt.

Winning Attitude

Zig Ziglar says it best, “your attitude will determine your altitude.” I have a friend who absolutely believes this. She says a positive approach will definitely result in a positive outcome. My friend further states that nothing great has ever been achieved with a pessimistic mind. Don’t allow your fears to stop you from stepping into a bright future. Use your fears to propel you.

Please watch the following training video to get some practical teaching advise for your first day on the job.

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School Doesn’t Teach About the Economics of Teaching English

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Teaching English Can be Profitable

 

The Economics of teaching English is rarely discussed. However, economics is a major factor that leads to a teaching career. When economies are booming it is usually difficult to hire teachers. When economies are struggling a recruiter’s job is akin to being a milkman in New Zealand.

With that said it should be noted that people start a teaching career for varying reasons. I started teaching English because I wanted to escape the pit of unemployment.

If you are unemployed and have a degree you should consider teaching English. You can use this skill to put your life on whatever track you want.

Hone the Skill

English is a skill that is needed in many foreign countries. As a native English speaker with a degree, you have a valuable asset. You have a skill that people from all over the world need –Even first world citizens; the demand for English is high.

You can learn how to hone a skill that you have naturally right here.

Don’t scoff at the idea of teaching English. It is a sure way to get out of your parents’ house. Start your change today.

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A University Degree Can Get You Employed, Even in Trump’s World

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Degrees and Work

A university degree used to be the antidote to poverty. These days, however, there is a strong argument for it being a tool that keeps young people poor (student loans).

If you have an arts or humanities degree more or likely you are staring deeply down the debt barrel. Graduates with these degrees have to work harder to gain employment.

Be an Insider

We live an age where we must keep up-to-date with changes that can get us paid work.

Change is constant and I am sure you have all felt overwhelmed by new technologies. It seems as if we need to change our cell phones every six months just to have the needed technology.

We also live in an age where collaboration is a must we can’t just live in our little corner, gathering dust. We must work with others to achieve our goals.

We must approach our degrees in this manner; we have to update and collaborate with others to get employment -network, network and network some more.

Why do I need to supplement a degree?

The truth is many degrees are only an accreditation that tells employers that the holder attended university. In fact, most employers do not even ask to see your degree. They might do a background check but they rarely ask an applicant to show their degree.

Employers, however, need applicants who can show that they have the necessary skills that will fit the job description. They also need efficient workers.

Gone are the days where OK was good enough. We all need things to be done perfectly – if it is not perfect we will quickly move on to the next thing. This is also true in the working world. Employers will move on quickly.

If employers could replace us with artificial intelligence they would have already. Therefore, you have to counter this by increasing your skill-levels.

TEFL/TESOL Certificates

You may decide to increase your skill levels however you see fit. However, in this article, I will introduce you to teaching English as a second language certification.

It is estimated that over 1 billion people use English to communicate[i]. Also, of the over 3 billion users that use the internet,  over 900 million of these users use English to communicate. These numbers are a clear sign that the language is growing and will be in use for a very long time.

English is still the world’s language. Many of the world’s top films, books, and music are published and produced in English. Most of the content produced on the internet is written in English. Therefore for these reasons and more people from non-English speaking countries will always be clamoring to learn the English language. English is simply the language through which people engage the world.

If you have spent three or four years to earn a degree there is no reason for you not to take advantage of this opportunity. If you get certified to teach English as a second language you will be able to use a skill that is as natural as saying hello. Teaching English might not be a career but it certainly is a skill.

Fear

I know that many of you fear the English language even though you are native speakers. But, why allow fear to stop you from progress? Teaching English in a foreign country will beat being unemployed at home any day. The unemployment rate for recent graduates is now below 5%. However, this doesn’t help you if you are among that percentage.[ii]

There is no need to feel hopeless if you are unemployed. You can start taking charge of your life today. All you have to do is admit that your degree is not a skill and gain a skill that will supplement your years of study. Start your journey today.

 

Resources

[i] http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats7.htm

[ii] https://www.newyorkfed.org