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Teacher Training in Wellington, New Zealand - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

TESOL Course Introduction

TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This TESOL course in Wellington is a 5 week full-time course. You will complete full-time study (25 hours per week- including tutor supervised study and lesson preparation time).

This teacher training course provides you with practical teaching experience, develops your knowledge of teaching methodology and improves your own English language skills.
It has been designed to provide an introduction to the theories and techniques for Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language and no previous teaching experience is required.

We are proud to announce that candidates for the TESOL course will also sit the new Cambridge University TKT exam, which will give them an internationally recognised certificate.

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Who is the TESOL course for?

TESOL TKT Course Entry Criteria

The TESOL TKT preparation course is open to all non native English speakers that are over 20 years of age and have an upper intermediate level and above.

The TESOL Course is for non-native speakers of English who are either already teaching English in their home countries or would like to in the future.

Participants have come from a range of backgrounds. Some participants have just finished university; some from the business world and some have already been teaching but want to upgrade their skills.

Level of English required:

Candidates must have an upper intermediate level of English, This is equivalent to IELTS 5.5, FCE or TOEFL 500. Applicants need to complete a pre-course task to check their suitability for the course.

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TESOL TKT Preparation Course Structure and Content

The TESOL course provides you with practical teaching experience and develops your knowledge of teaching methodology and improves your own English language skills:

TESOL Modules:

Teaching Methodology

You learn about the most effective ways of teaching language. The course covers the principles of teaching and learning and provides participants with practical classroom ideas.

Language Development

You develop your own English language skills. This informs your teaching and gives you greater confidence in the classroom.

Observations

You have the opportunity to observe experienced teachers in the school as well as video observations. You also observe each other during teaching practice sessions and are involved in giving feedback about the lessons.

Teaching Practice

You have the opportunity to try out teaching methods and techniques in the classroom. Teaching Practice will include authentic teaching slots with low-level students. These lessons are observed and feedback is given.

Assessment

During the course, you are evaluated on your language use, teaching skills and knowledge of language and methodology. The tutors give help and feedback for these tasks.

A typical TESOL Day - Sample timetable

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The Cambridge University Teachers Knowledge Test (TKT)

We are proud to announce that candidates for the TESOL course will be able to sit the Cambridge University TKT exam, which will give them an internationally recognised certificate.

The TKT Exam format

TKT consists of 3 Modules, each testing different areas of teaching knowledge.

TKT: Module 1 (80 minutes / 80 questions)

Language and background to language learning and teaching

This module consists of three parts:

• describing language and language skills (40 questions)
• background to language learning (15 questions)
• background to language teaching (25 questions)

What does TKT: Module 1 test?

This module tests candidates’ knowledge of the terms and concepts common in English language teaching. It also focuses on the core knowledge underpinning the learning of English and knowledge of the options and resources the teacher can use in the classroom.

TKT: Module 2 (80 minutes / 80 questions)

Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching

This module consists of two parts:

• planning and preparing a lesson or sequence of lessons (40 questions)
• selection and use of resources and materials (40 questions)

What does TKT: Module 2 test?

This module focuses on the knowledge and skills teachers need to be able to plan a lesson framework or series of lessons. Teaching in this context also refers to any assessment required by the teacher to consolidate learning. It also focuses on the resources that are available to guide teachers in their lesson planning.

TKT: Module 3 (80 minutes / 80 questions)

Managing the teaching and learning process

This module consists of two parts:

• teachers’ and learners’ language in the classroom (40 questions)
• classroom management (40 questions)

What does TKT: Module 3 test?

This module tests candidates’ knowledge of what happens in the classroom during language learning, the teacher’s role and the ways in which the teacher can manage and exploit classroom events and interactions.

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TESOL Course Dates 2012

TESOL Course Fees 2012

2012: NZ$2500

TESOL Material Fee: NZ$110

The price does not include the TKT examination fee since taking the TKT exam is optional.

2012: The TKT examination fee is NZ$300

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Accommodation 2012

If required, the Teacher training Center can arrange homestay accommodation for the TESOL candidates (NZ$240 / week, plus a one off booking fee of NZ$210 - including single room and 3 meals per day).
Accommodation in apartments is also an option that the Training Center can provide, subject to availability. Prices for this option vary according to the time of the year, length of the stay and type of apartment requested, prices can range from NZ$250 to NZ$400 per week; a one off accommodation arrangement fee of NZ$210 also applies for this type of accommodation.

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TESOL Course - How to apply

1. If you believe you cover the minimum requirements to be considered as a candidate for the TESOL Course email our Programmes Coordinator and ask for the application form through This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
2. Prospective trainees must complete the pre-Interview task and return this document to the Programmes Coordinator including an updated copy of their CV long time in advance prior the course starting date. These documents can be emailed as attachments to the Coordinator.
3. Applicants who have satisfactorily completed the pre-interview task will be invited to attend an interview shortly after this date at the School or on the telephone (at your own cost) if the candidate is not based within the Wellington region.
4. Successful applicants will receive an offer of a place on the TESOL course of their choice immediately, if there is a place available.
5. After receiving a payment request from StudyCELTA, the deposit must be paid within 7 days of the place being offered in order to secure your place. On receipt of your deposit the TESOL tutors will send you documents to prepare you further.
6. The balance is due 4 weeks, at the latest, before the course starts.

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How to Pay

All payments need to be done in New Zealand dollars via bank transfer, free of charges, into the StudyCELTA bank account in New Zealand.

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