How important is learning English to students in China?


Posted August 25th, 2010 by admin 11 Comments »
learning english
Jebbie asked:


When I was in China I was impressed with how enthusiastic young people seem to be to learn English…On the list of academic priorities, where would Chinese students place learning how to speak and write in English? Is this ability required for university entrance exams and/or to get a good job? And I see lots of info on private schools for English in China, do students feel such extra tutoring is necessary?

How do I become an ESL teacher?


Posted July 5th, 2010 by admin 2 Comments »
esl
one_of_a_kind asked:


I love tutoring but I am looking for a career now in English as a Second Language. What online schools or schools in Southern California offer this program? Would I need to get a master’s degree or simply a certificate? Are these jobs in demand? Thanks!

TEACHING ENGLISh!?


Posted October 1st, 2009 by admin 3 Comments »
teaching english
☮☮☮ asked:


I am tutoring a kid from korea who can speak, read, and write english, but not fluently.
My job is to teach him to speak fluently and express himself.
How can I do this? What techinques do you recommend?

What should I charge for tutoring ESL if I am not a teacher, specialized, or experienced in tutoring?


Posted June 25th, 2009 by admin 3 Comments »
esl
mikayla asked:


I’ve been asked by someone I work with to help them prepare for a verbal exam on medicine. My native language is English, and I have quite a firm grasp on grammar and pronunciation. However I did not major in English in college, and the only teaching experience I have has to do with volunteering in high school. I have never tutored before, and don’t feel comfortable assigning a rate, but the coworker has insisted.

Any suggestions?

Is this good enough to teach ESL in Korea?


Posted May 10th, 2009 by admin 3 Comments »
esl
Jes21 asked:


I need to know if this is good enough to teach ESL in Korea.

I have a BS degree in Public Policy
I have TESOL
I have one year of experience teaching ESL
I have two years of tutoring experience in math, science, reading, and history

Is this good enough? Do I need to do more?
It is true. I do not have experience with young children. Maybe I should find a job with children before I leave?

Can ESL tutoring be considered community service?


Posted February 6th, 2009 by admin 4 Comments »
esl
Fumiko S asked:


I tutored an ESL student last year, and plan to continue this year. Can ESL tutoring be considered community service?