Concordia's TESL Resource Centre

☀️ Mid-July check-in!
Summer is at its peak — the perfect time to explore ideas you may not have considered during the busy school year. Whether it’s teaching abroad, tutoring, launching a creative side hustle, or even teaching Business English, there are so many paths you can take as a TESL teacher.

Which one sparks your curiosity? 👇

☀️ Hello July! ☀️
The sun’s out, the semester’s over (for most 😉), and we’re officially in summer mode!

Are you working, subbing, planning lessons, or just soaking in some well-deserved rest? Whatever your summer looks like, we’d love to hear from you. 💬

Drop a comment below and let us know how your July is going so far—and stay tuned for new summer-friendly resources coming your way! 🌿💼📚

We ask our students to reflect—and as teachers, we should do the same. ✨

As the academic year winds down, take a moment to pause and look back. Reflection isn’t just a feel-good activity—it’s a powerful tool for growth and long-term development in your teaching career. 💭

Here are 4 simple prompts to help you reflect on your teaching year: the highs, the challenges, and the things you’ll carry forward. What did you learn? What surprised you? What will you try differently next year?

Let us know in the comments—or just take this moment for yourself. 🖊️🌱

If you are completing your B.Ed. in TESL, we recommend you start substitute teaching right away!

You don’t need your license to get started, and it’s a great way to make connections in the school system and experience different classroom environments.

Need that extra push to get started? Second-year TESL student Joelle is here to share her experiences and knowledge about subbing in primary. Joëlle decided to start subbing because she was nervous about her internships. Subbing was a way for her to ease into teaching. She’s encountered some difficult classroom management experiences (for example one student that wouldn’t stop crawling under the desks), as well as some rewarding moments that reminded her of why she’s in this field.

Link in our bio to listen!

🎮 Ready to level up your teaching?
Join our Gamification Workshop with Dr. Teresa Hernandez-Gonzalez!
🗓️ May 20, 5–7 PM
📍 FG 5.225
✨ Explore fresh, fun ways to make learning more engaging (beyond just badges + points!)
👋 All are welcome—don’t miss this interactive session!
🔗 Register now in story!

Get to know our TESL students! 🌟

In our latest Talking TESL episode, we chat with TESL student Suzanne about her trajectory to teaching, her work with United for Literacy, and her experience running a summer literacy program in Aupaluk, Nunavik. 📚 We dive into topics like neo-colonialism in TESL, plurilingualism, using gamification techniques with kids, and much more.

Listen now on all major platforms! 🎧
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3IPcCqH
Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/3CRmOLN
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Xhtnz9

Interested in getting involved with United for Literacy? Suzanne would love to connect!

Reach her at ✉️: [email protected].
🌐 Learn more about United for Literacy: https://www.unitedforliteracy.ca/
📸 Photo credit: Suzanne Tremonte

💕 Valentine's Day is coming up 💕

We love teaching on special occasions because they are great topics to discuss with students!

Check out our three lesson ideas for three levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced! 💌

🌟 Meet Our Mentor: Jacqueline Mallais! 🌟

Jacqueline is an experienced educator and the brilliant host of the Chalk n' Coffee podcast. Whether you're looking for advice on developing materials to create an inclusive classroom or want to explore the best ways to integrate technology into your teaching, Jacqueline is your go-to mentor!

Have questions for Jacqueline? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM, and she'll be happy to share her expertise with you. If you’re a recent Concordia grad and interested in being mentored by Jacqueline, don’t hesitate to reach out to our mentorship coordinator at [email protected]. 🌟

TESL students!

📣 Don't miss out on the New Grad Teacher Job Fair happening this Thursday! 🍎🎓

Here are the important details:

🗓️ Event Date: Thursday, January 16, 2024
🕒 Event Time: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm EST
📍 Location: Online

🚀 Help spread the word among your friends to make the most of this fantastic opportunity!

👉 More details here: https://bit.ly/4gSdMQF

📚 Welcome back, TESL students! ❄️

Winter 2025 is here, and we hope you had a restful break and are ready to take on this new semester with energy and excitement. It's already been a week—how are you settling in?

We’re cheering you on for another successful semester ahead! 💪

Happy Holidays! 🎊

We would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday season.

The TESL RC is going to take a break until January 8th 2025! 🌟