28/12/2022
How To Become An ESL Teacher
•TEFL/TESOL Certification
At the minimum, to become an online English teacher, you will usually need to have a 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certification that’s internationally recognized and from an accredited institution.
•A university degree*(OPTIONAL but preferred)
Some online teacher requirements include certain types of university degrees. There are even some online companies who will accept your candidacy without a degree as long as you have TEFL certificate.
•Teaching experience
Other requirements to teach English online include prior teaching experience. Keep in mind that tutoring, volunteering, completing teaching practicums, and mentoring can often count as teaching experience.
•The right equipment
When it comes to what’s required to teach English online, the right equipment is a must. You will need a laptop or desktop with at least 8gb of ram. Almost all online companies will also require you to have a headset with a microphone and a high-quality we**am.
•The proper environment
Finally, if you want to teach English online from home, you’ll need a proper space in which to conduct your classes. This usually entails having a clean and appropriate background (or an engaging, relevant background if you’re teaching young learners) and a quiet space in which to teach.
If you want to become and ESL teacher but don’t know how to get started, send me a message and we can start your journey today!