TESL Teacher Training in Ottawa!

Do it Right - Get Certified!

Our teacher training program is based on experience and is taught by seasoned instructors. It covers the fundamentals needed to get you up and running as an ESL teacher and to prepare you for the challenges of this exciting profession!

Punctuality and full attendance are mandatory. As teachers, this is a golden rule that all professionals follow. Therefore, we will expect the same from you, right from the first day of the program!


Following is a quick overview of the program:

1. Introduction to the Profession
2. Why Teach Overseas
3. English - The Global Language
4. Various Teaching Methods - How teaching ESL has evolved.
5. The Good ESL Teacher
6. Teaching Techniques
7. Grammar Overview
8. Teaching
• "Four Skills" Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing
• Pronunciation & Intonation
• Vocabulary & Spelling including Idioms, Phrasal Verbs and Expressions
9. Lesson Planning - daily lessons and long term plans
10. Placement tests and progress tests
11. Learning Levels - Beginner, False Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
12. Classroom Management
13. Supplementary Activities and lessons
14. Types of Students
15. Types of Schools
16. Teaching Specialized Programs - TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) , TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication)
17. Country Profiles, Culture Shock, Insurance, Taxes, Visas and Travel Tips
18. For Foreign Teacher-trainees, point 17 is replaced with advanced grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation
19. Getting the Job
20. Reading list, internet sources

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Teacher trainees will be assessed on their ability to:

• Demonstrate an awareness and knowledge of language skills and how to effectively teach them.


• Demonstrate an ability to assess levels and select appropriate level material.


• Demonstrate an understanding of various teaching strategies and an awareness of different learning styles and needs.


• Demonstrate an ability to plan lessons introducing materials in a logical and relevant manner


• Demonstrate a professional, organized approach to teaching

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If you are bilingual in English and French, then why not learn how to teach in both languages?

With our Double Certification Program, you will increase your chances of finding a job by having two skills to draw upon. This unique program is offered exclusively by our school in Ottawa. Accommodation options are available for out-of-town students.

The Double Certification consists of 76 hours of theory and practicum:

• Weekend or weekly EFLS program (56 hours)
• Weekend or Weekly TESL program (30 hours)

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Click here to Apply for the English and French Language Courses in Ottawa

We are looking forward to welcoming you to the English and French Language School in Ottawa, Canada!