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TEFL Certification in Chicago for Teaching English Abroad

by: International TEFL Academy

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Named the Top-Rated TEFL Course TEFL Course in the USA by GoAbroad.com, ITA's 4-week Chicago TEFL course will qualify you to teach English in up to 80 countries. All students receive lifetime Job Search Guidance. This 190-hour Chicago TEFL class incorporates four weeks of professional-level TEFL training that includes at least 10 hours of individually observed & assessed practice teaching. You'...

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Program Highlights

Earn a lifetime, accredited TEFL certification that will qualify you for thousands of professional English teaching jobs online and in 80+ countries around the world!

Work together with your ITA Advisor one-on-one to create your plan for teaching English abroad; all of the ITA staff have lived abroad and been in your shoes—we're ready to help you!

ITA offers the best job search guidance in the industry; you'll have the support, knowledge & resources to find jobs teaching English online & overseas!

All ITA TEFL classes are taught by university-level instructors and include live practice teaching to help you gain the confidence needed to teach English abroad on a professional level.

Join ITA's exclusive community of world travelers & teachers; with more than 40,000+ alumni worldwide, you can connect with fellow ITA grads, share travel tips, and help each other get settled abroad.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Chicago, United States
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear Round
Age Requirement:Varies
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Winner - People’s ChoiceGoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Winner - TEFL Abroad ProgramTop Rated Provider 2023 - TEFL CoursesInnovative TEFL / Teach Abroad Program 2023 FinalistPeople’s Choice 2023 WinnerTop Online Program 2022Top Rated TEFL Certification Organization 2022People’s Choice Award Winner 2022Innovation in Philanthropy Finalist 20222022 Innovative TEFL / Teach Abroad Program FinalistTop Online Program 2021 - TEFL CertificationTop Rated Organization 2021 - TEFL Certification

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.61

Total Reviews

39

My TEFL course with ITA

by: Azizbek Naraliev - UzbekistanProgram: TEFL Certification in Chicago for Teaching English Abroad
10

Having taken these TEFL courses of ITA, I have learnt much and gained valuable teaching methods and experience under the supervision of Nicole and Juliana. This course is dedicatedly designed for tefl/tesol learners in order for them to succeed in their future TEFL. I have studied a lot that I did not know before in this pedogogical sphere of English within this short period of time. Every day I returned back home with new thoughts, experiences, innovative teaching methods that were taught in th...

Definitely worth it !

by: Mary McQuillen - United StatesProgram: TEFL Certification in Chicago for Teaching English Abroad
10

I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for the opportunity to teach and travel abroad. I think that it is super beneficial to take the in person course as opposed to the online course. I think it makes a big difference to be able to form the relationships with the other teachers and the instructors of the course. I found so much value in spending time with like minded individuals and have made some wonderful friendships.

Do yourself a favor and take this course

by: Jacob Alexander - United StatesProgram: TEFL Certification in Chicago for Teaching English Abroad
9

If you're just looking to travel abroad just for fun and scratch that "digital nomad" itch, this course is not for you. Instead, choose one of the TEFL courses on the market with phrases like, "get certified in a weekend!" and "TEFL certification for only $25.00!" ITA's 190-hour course is for people who take the responsibility of teaching seriously. Don't get me wrong: traveling and living abroad were both reasons why I wanted to get certified in the first place. But If you want to feel confiden...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Chicago, United States

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living
  • Other

Salary & Compensation

Your salary depends on the country you choose to teach in! English teachers in Asia can easily save between $200-$1,000+ per month after expenses. Tea...

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • In-Person Interview Required
  • In-Person Interview when Feasible
  • Phone/Video Interview

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