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JOB HUNTING PROCESS My Career Goal: English Teacher Short-term goal: Get…

- - - - Explain English vocabulary and grammar clearly.
      - Lead warm-ups and classroom games.
      - Manage pair and group activities.
      - Help students feel confident speaking English.
    - - Become an English teacher at a language centre.
      - Teach beginner or pre-intermediate learners.
      - Gain real classroom experience.
      - Build a foundation for long-term career growth.
  - - - Work as a teaching assistant or private tutor.
      - Prepare 10–15-minute sample lessons.
      - Design vocabulary games and speaking activities.
      - Observe experienced English teachers.
    - - Search for English-teaching vacancies online.
      - Visit language-centre websites.
      - Talk to lecturers and experienced teachers.
      - Compare teaching at language centres with teaching at schools.
- - - - Lesson planning: organise warm-ups, practice and review.
      - Explanation skills: explain grammar with simple examples.
      - Classroom management: keep students focused.
      - Feedback skills: correct mistakes politely and clearly.
    - - Communication: discuss students' progress with colleagues and parents.
      - Teamwork: share lesson materials with other teachers.
      - Time management: prepare lessons and mark homework on time.
      - Problem-solving: adapt activities when students struggle.
    - - English grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
      - Teaching methodologies and lesson objectives.
      - Classroom assessment and student progress.
      - Curriculum requirements and learning outcomes.
  - - - Practise teaching a grammar point to classmates.
      - Record a demo lesson and review my explanations.
      - Ask a lecturer for feedback on classroom activities.
      - Volunteer to lead group presentations or learning activities.
    - - Complete group projects with clear deadlines.
      - Practise giving constructive feedback.
      - Use a weekly schedule to organise study and preparation.
      - Practise communicating professionally in English.
    - - Study grammar and pronunciation using reliable learning materials.
      - Read introductory books on English language teaching.
      - Attend teaching workshops or online courses.
      - Learn how to design quizzes and assess students' progress.
- - - - Entry-level English teacher at a language centre.
      - Part-time English teacher for teenagers.
      - Teaching assistant as an entry route into the profession.
      - Positions that provide training for new teachers.
    - - A clear, professional CV.
      - A cover letter tailored to the position.
      - A short demo lesson to demonstrate teaching ability.
      - Evidence of English proficiency and relevant experience.
  - - - Use TopCV, LinkedIn and language-centre recruitment pages.
      - Search keywords such as “Entry-level English Teacher” and “Part-time English Teacher”.
      - Check requirements, location, teaching hours and experience.
      - Review new vacancies three or four times a week.
      - Keep a list of positions, deadlines and application results.
    - - Write a CV highlighting English proficiency, presentations and teaching practice.
      - Write a cover letter explaining why I suit the position.
      - Prepare a 10–15-minute demo lesson on grammar or speaking.
      - Submit applications through official recruitment channels.
      - Practise common interview questions and prepare questions for the employer.
      - Follow up politely if appropriate.
- - - - A monthly salary or hourly rate that suits my needs.
      - Clear payment arrangements for extra classes.
      - Paid leave, where offered, and transparent benefit policies.
      - A reasonable balance between income and workload.
    - - Supportive colleagues and helpful academic managers.
      - Reasonable class sizes and adequate teaching materials.
      - A manageable teaching schedule with preparation time.
      - Training and mentoring for inexperienced teachers.
      - Opportunities to become a senior teacher or academic coordinator.
  - - - Compare the offered salary with transport, food and accommodation costs.
      - Ask whether preparation time and extra classes are paid.
      - Check the payment schedule, leave policy and written contract.
      - Calculate whether the income covers my expected expenses.
    - - Ask about class size, weekly teaching hours and lesson preparation.
      - Ask whether new teachers receive training or mentoring.
      - Find out how the centre evaluates teacher performance.
      - Check whether professional development and promotion are possible.
      - Compare the offers and accept the one that best matches my goals.
- - - - Help students speak English more confidently.
      - See students improve their grammar and vocabulary.
      - Help students achieve their learning goals.
    - - Become more confident when teaching.
      - Improve my classroom management skills.
      - Learn from teaching experiences.
    - - Make English lessons interesting and useful.
      - Encourage students who struggle with English.
      - Feel proud of helping students learn.
  - - - Give clear and helpful feedback.
      - Adapt activities to students’ learning levels.
      - Recognize students’ progress.
    - - Reflect on each lesson and identify areas to improve.
      - Learn new teaching techniques.
      - Ask experienced teachers for advice.
    - - Use real-life examples in English lessons.
      - Include games and speaking activities.
      - Connect lesson topics with students’ interests.