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Teachers, apply here: https://teach.vipteacher.com/mkt/sign-up?channelCode=community VIPKid is a global education technology company that connects children with the world’s best teachers for real-time online English immersion learning. VIPKid’s mission is to inspire and empower every child for the future. We believe that education is not one-size-fits-all. Rather, all students are unique, and the

world is within their reach when connected with great teachers capable of personalizing learning and sparking curiosity.

08/29/2026

Have a Level 1 Jungle Trial student who is ready for more?

You don't need a different lesson. You can extend the language that's already on the screen.

1️⃣ Add details to the directions
Instead of “Circle the parrot,” try:
“Circle the yellow parrot.”

2️⃣ Build longer sentences
Take “I see a tiger” and add more:
“I see a black and orange tiger.”

3️⃣ Add numbers
Instead of simply identifying the animal:
“I see three monkeys.”

4️⃣ Keep adding what the student is ready for
Colors, numbers, size, actions, and other details can all turn familiar vocabulary into richer language practice.

Extension doesn't have to mean adding something completely new. Sometimes it's simply helping students do more with the English they already know.

08/27/2026

Teaching action words? This is where TPR really gets students moving.

For Level 1 learners, pairing a verb with a clear motion gives students a visual clue to help them understand and remember the word.

Try TPR for:

🏃 Run
📖 Read
✏️ Draw
🎵 Sing
⬆️ Jump
🏊 Swim
🪽 Fly
🚶 Walk

1️⃣ Model the action first
Say the word while showing the motion.

2️⃣ Have your student join you
Repeat the word and motion together.

3️⃣ Keep your TPR consistent
Use the same motion when the word comes up again so students begin connecting the action with the vocabulary.

Then have some fun with it! Mix up the actions and see how quickly your student can follow along.

Have a favorite TPR motion for action words? Tag and show us!

08/24/2026

Want more student engagement? Start before you even get to the lesson.

The first minute of class is a great opportunity to build a little rapport with your student.

1️⃣ Ask something personal
Instead of jumping straight into the slides, ask about something happening in their world:
“What was the best part of your day?”
“How was your soccer game?”
“How did your piano concert go?”

2️⃣ Remember the little things
If a student mentioned an upcoming event in your last class, ask about it the next time you see them. It shows them you were listening.

3️⃣ Give conversation a few seconds
You don't need a five-minute warm-up. Even 30 seconds of genuine conversation can help a student relax and feel more comfortable speaking with you.

4️⃣ Then carry that connection into the lesson
Students who feel comfortable with their teacher are often more willing to participate, try new language, and take a chance even when they aren't sure of the answer.

Sometimes better engagement starts with simply showing your student that you're interested in them.

08/22/2026

Good classroom lighting doesn't have to mean an expensive setup.

The goal is simple: your student needs to be able to see you clearly, especially your facial expressions and mouth movements.

1️⃣ Watch for shadows
Natural light, overhead lights, and regular lamps can work, but check your camera before class to make sure your face isn't hidden in shadows.

2️⃣ Consider a softbox
If you have a semi-permanent teaching space and room in your budget, a softbox can provide soft, even lighting.

3️⃣ Try a small ring light
A ring light that clips or sits on your laptop is an easy option. It's lightweight, portable, and gives you even light from the front.

4️⃣ Skip the lamp directly in your face
It might technically make you brighter, but it isn't necessarily comfortable or flattering for several classes in a row.

You don't need a studio. You just need enough even light for your students to clearly see your smile, expressions, gestures, and pronunciation.

08/20/2026

Want stronger student engagement throughout the entire lesson?

It doesn't always take a big game or a new reward. Small changes in how you teach can keep students involved from slide to slide.

1️⃣ Make a connection first
Ask about their day, mention something they enjoy, or bring out a fun prop related to the lesson.

2️⃣ Add TPR to new vocabulary
When a new verb appears, pair it with a movement and encourage your student to do it with you.

3️⃣ Keep students talking
If they give a short answer, model how to add a little more and encourage them to expand their response.

4️⃣ Reset when attention drops
Switch things up with a quick reward, a star, a silly sound, or a change in your energy.

5️⃣ Make your praise specific
Instead of only saying "Good job," tell them exactly what they did well: "Great pronunciation of 'elephant!'" or "I love that complete sentence!"

Engagement isn't one thing you do at the beginning of class. It's something you build throughout the lesson.

08/13/2026

Before you correct a student, give them a chance to catch the mistake themselves.

Student: “He go to school.”

Instead of immediately giving the correction, try this:

1️⃣ Pause
Give the student a moment to think about what they just said.

2️⃣ Use a non-verbal cue
Gesture toward your ear, look thoughtful, or use a familiar classroom signal that tells them, “Try that again.”

3️⃣ Wait for the self-correction
You may be surprised how often students already know the correct form and just need a moment to find it.

4️⃣ Celebrate when they get it
Big smile, thumbs up, high five, or a quick cheer. Make catching their own mistake feel like a win.

Self-correction gives students the opportunity to think through the language and become more independent speakers.

Give them a chance to find the answer before giving it to them.

08/12/2026

TPR for school supplies? Yes!

For Level 1 learners, connecting vocabulary to a simple movement can make new words much easier to understand and remember.

Try creating a clear TPR motion for:

✏️ Pencil, pen, and crayon
Use a writing or coloring motion.

🧽 Eraser
Pretend to erase something.

📖 Book or notebook
Open your hands like you're opening a book.

🎒 Bag
Pretend to put a backpack over your shoulder.

Say the word, show the motion, and encourage your student to do it with you. Then use that same motion each time the word comes up.

No extra props needed. Just simple, consistent movements that give students another way to connect with the vocabulary.

Have a favorite TPR motion for school supplies? Tag and show us!

08/10/2026

Teaching a young student with very little English?

Sometimes fewer words will get you a much better response.

1️⃣ Go big with gestures and expressions
If the student doesn't understand your words yet, let your face, hands, and movements help communicate the meaning.

2️⃣ Add familiar sounds
Teaching animals? Try:
“Tiger—ROAR!”
“Cat—MEOW!”

Sounds give students another clue and make new vocabulary easier to understand and repeat.

3️⃣ Use non-verbal cues for their turn
Cup your hand to your ear, smile, and wait. You don't always need to say, “Your turn.”

4️⃣ If the question isn't working, drop it
If “What is this?” gets a blank stare, don't keep repeating it. Circle the picture, gesture toward the student, and wait.

As students begin to understand your classroom cues, you can gradually add more language.

Start with what they can understand—and build from there.

08/08/2026

Want your students to talk more?

One of the easiest ways is to talk a little less.

Try this simple pattern:

1️⃣ Give a clear command
Instead of, "Let's try and see if maybe you could read this for me..."

Just say:
"Read."

2️⃣ Ask the question
Keep it short and focused.

3️⃣ Wait
Give students time to process and respond before saying anything else.

Pair your directions with gestures whenever you can.

Instead of:
"I want you to circle the answer here."

Simply say:
"Circle." (while making a circling motion)

Or instead of:
"Can you try and say the full sentence?"

Try:
"Full sentence." (while gesturing for a complete sentence)

Short, clear directions reduce teacher talk, increase student talk, and keep the lesson moving.

Say hi to Teacher John 👋✨For John, teaching has never been just a job—it's a chance to help students believe in themselv...
08/03/2026

Say hi to Teacher John 👋✨
For John, teaching has never been just a job—it's a chance to help students believe in themselves. Since beginning his online teaching journey in 2018, he's been passionate about creating a classroom where students feel comfortable asking questions, building confidence, and celebrating their progress. 💛
Joining VIPTeacher was a long-time professional goal, inspired by the incredible educators who came before him. Today, he loves bringing positive energy to every class and watching students transform from shy learners into confident English speakers.
His advice for new teachers? Be yourself, teach with passion, and remember that students will always remember how you made them feel. Confidence comes with experience, so keep learning, keep growing, and most importantly—have fun.
Celebrate John below and tell us: what's one piece of advice you'd give a new online teacher? 👇

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