As you aim to earn accredited TESOL certification, you can enhance your process by allowing Varsity Tutors to sign you up for a Raleigh-Durham TESOL certification course. While the road to securing certification can be very rewarding, it is not always an easy one. Whether you have to complete complex coursework in an accredited TESOL course or take part in a practicum, you could have a lot of work ahead of you. Raleigh-Durham TESOL certification training can support your journey through test preparation assistance, supplemental learning, and more to help you feel more confident in your ability to achieve your goal.
TESOL certification is designed for individuals interested in teaching English to speakers of other languages. Sometimes these programs are represented as TESOL; however, you could also take part in TEFL programs to teach students English while living in non-English speaking countries or TESL for students learning the language who live in English-speaking countries. To become a TESOL educator, you could be enrolled in an accredited program at a school like North Carolina State University, taking accredited certification courses with a private organization, or working within a TESOL International Association certificate program. Since there are so many programs available to reach your goal, your path to earning certification is likely unique. Depending on your specific route, it could take weeks or semesters to complete the process. The good news is the rewards are the same. You have the chance to help students learn a new language, strengthen your career, and possibly even work abroad.
When taking accredited TESOL courses, you can learn specific concepts you'll need to grasp as an educator in the field. Your Raleigh-Durham TESOL certification training instructor can help deepen your knowledge of these concepts. For instance, you could need help with different techniques for teaching students reading skills or ways to manage disruptive behavior in the classroom. Your instructor can get you better acquainted with the basics of curriculum planning and ways to identify different learning objectives. During this training course, your instructor can discuss these and other concepts through lectures and even have you and your classmates participate in discussions in which you can all share your current knowledge to help each other grow. You can also get additional support by requesting a one-on-one session with your instructor.
While there is not one big test to pass to earn TESOL certification, in your accredited course, you could be required to take smaller quizzes and exams. In the Raleigh-Durham TESOL certification course, you can get help studying for these assessments. For instance, you could get reacquainted with teaching methods for topics like pronunciation, phonetics, spelling, and punctuation or refresh your knowledge of different teaching styles and ways to assess reading proficiency for an exam. In this training course, you can also learn strategies for strengthening your overall study and test-taking skills. Since time management is extremely important in your ability to meet deadlines when working toward TESOL certification, your training course instructor can offer tips for creating and maintaining a schedule over weeks or semesters.
Your Raleigh-Durham TESOL certification class is conducted in a live virtual classroom. This online learning environment allows you to interact with your instructor and classmates in real time and get instant responses to questions and concerns expressed during class. You also have the opportunity to learn from any location you desire. Instead of traveling to a traditional classroom, you can simply log in from home or any other distraction-free setting.
If you would like help in your journey toward earning accredited TESOL certification, taking this course is a great choice. You can choose from convenient two-week and four-week sessions and benefit from new sections starting each month. Learn more about the benefits of Raleigh-Durham TESOL certification training and how to enroll by contacting Varsity Tutors today.
Elizabeth: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...to teach are writing/grammar and speaking/pronunciation because I enjoy helping people gain confidence in skills they will use in their daily lives. I graduated from the Honors College at Western Carolina University where I received my Bachelor of Science in Education with a focus on Secondary Education and a minor in TESOL (Teaching English to...
Education & Certification
- Western Carolina University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Western Carolina University - Bachelor of Education, High School Teaching
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- PRAXIS
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- AP English Language and Composition
- +14 subjects
Clarissa: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...from Concordia University. I tutored English language learners of all ages for four years at Brigham Young University and on internships in Kiribati. I have worked as an elementary school music teacher, taught piano and voice lessons for many years, and tutored many K-8 students in all their school subjects during the Covid-19 pandemic. I...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Hawaii - Bachelor in Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Concordia University-Seward - Masters in Education, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Middle School Writing
- Writing
- +73 subjects
Tonya: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...at a school as a reading/math interventionist. I have been teaching for 10 years now. I love teaching and working with different students. I have taught many age groups and many subjects, from ELA , Math, and Social studies. I am a certified ESL teacher(English as a second language). My favorite subject to teach is...
Education & Certification
- CIE Online Program - Bachelor's (in progress), English language(Bachelor’s in Arts)
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Certified Reading Intervention
- Professional Certifications
- Writing
- +9 subjects
Elena: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...genuinely love learning. I've taught everywhere from sunny Miami classrooms to whiteboards across Asia, working with early readers, multilingual learners, teens and adults tackling the SAT, ACT, IB, IELTS and TOEFL. My lessons are designed to be fun, empowering, and tailored to each student's needsespecially those with unique learning styles or challenges. I've built teacher...
Education & Certification
- St. Thomas University - Bachelor's, English
- Florida Institute of Technology - Master's/Graduate, Information Technology / Software Engineering
- Florida International University - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), Engineering and Computing Education
- Florida International University - Bachelor's, Interdisciplinary Studies
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Conversational Spanish
- ISEE
- +148 subjects
Autumn: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...positive learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. My experience as a teacher has equipped me with the skills to create engaging and inclusive lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles. I am committed to inspiring my students to become lifelong learners who are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the...
Education & Certification
- Oakland University - Bachelor of Science, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Reading Intervention
- Elementary Social Studies
- Study Skills
- +40 subjects
AJ: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...my field as I guide and help my students navigate their careers and be the best version of themselves. Helping others achieve their goals has been one of the biggest sources of fulfillment for me as a professional. I like to see the enthusiasm in my clients as they take each step towards success. There...
Education & Certification
- Lyceum University - Bachelor of Science, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Adult ESL/ELL
- High School English
- +10 subjects
Wura: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...My teaching experience is wide-ranging as well as my interactions with diverse populations. I studied abroad in France which helped me to read, write and speak French, although currently at an advanced beginner level. I have also visited South Korea, Latvia, Kinshasa (Congo), to name a few. I grew up in New York surrounded by...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Bachelor in Arts, Business Communications
- McDaniel College - Master of Science, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Social Studies
- Substitute
- College English
- +62 subjects
Lorrie : Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...teaching adults and teenagers over 16 where English is their second language. I also taught history and geography in Texas for 12 years. I have bachelors degree in history and social sciences from Illinois State University. I got my social studies teaching certificate from Texas Woman's University. I also have TESOL certification. I have a...
Education & Certification
- Illinois State University - Bachelor in Arts, Social Sciences
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Middle School Reading
- ACCUPLACER
- +31 subjects
Alireza: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...friendly, warm, and culturally comfortable atmosphere I create all through my classes. I am particularly good at teaching speaking and writing in a smooth and exciting way. My students receive step-wise instructions in writing and clear feedback on their work. For speaking, I mostly focus on what my students want English for. This, I believe,...
Education & Certification
- Shahid Beheshti University - Master of Arts, English
- Allameh Tabatabai University - Doctor of Philosophy, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- IELTS - International English Language Testing System
- ACCUPLACER Reading Comprehension
- +36 subjects
Abel: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...Bachelor's degree in Linguistics and my TESL/TEFL certification. I enjoy tutoring students in English, specifically English Grammar. Growing up with English as my second language, I struggled in school in English and Grammar classes. Taking linguistics and diving deeper into language and English Grammar, I enjoy being able to help other struggling students become more...
Education & Certification
- San Diego State University - Bachelor, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Elementary School English
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Reading
- +11 subjects
Felicia: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...(a 12 hour course) from the Teacher's College at Columbia University "Literacy Tutoring". This course enhanced my phonics training, comprehension teaching, and fluency assessment and English teaching skills. The experiences of working for CBS news in Tallahassee and traveling to 34 countries when working for Delta Airlines, made history alive for me, it highlighted the importance...
Education & Certification
- Florida State University - Bachelor of Science, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Adult ESL/ELL
- Reading
- Elementary School English
- +14 subjects
Nina: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...I fostered a love for all languages. My experience for the past 10 years has been with K-2 as a classroom teacher and teacher of English Language Learners. My goal is to use my passion for reading to help students see how reading, speaking, listening, and writing work together to help them in different ways.
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Cortland - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
- Adelphi University - Master of Science, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- English
- ESL/ELL
- English Language Arts Substitute
- +10 subjects
Sarah: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...teaching language arts and am in the top 1% of ACT reading test takers. I have extensive experience instructing students of all ages and skill levels regarding the English language, though I prefer instructing high school and college students, as well as those preparing for standardized testing. In addition, I excel at social studies and...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Multimedia
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- SAT
- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- +103 subjects
Brandie: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...drive to succeed. It is drive that helped me discover I can teach others in various English subjects including Reading, Grammar, Writing, Syntax, and Phonics. I am a firm believer in lifelong learning as it brings a quality of life that is ultimately rewarding. I love to have fun and I strive to help my...
Education & Certification
- Full Sail University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
- Full Sail University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- NREMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- English
- Elementary School Math
- +47 subjects
Jeffrey : Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
I taught advanced mathematics to high school students in CHINA. I can tutor up to college algebra, but not mixture problems.
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Algebra 2
- Pre-Algebra
- Adult ESL/ELL
- +14 subjects
Rachel: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...crucial for success: effective time management, fostering relationships, and nurturing a thriving team. Guided by the belief that a clear vision and mission drive purpose, I'm dedicated to transparent communication and unwavering respect in the workplace. My passion lies in cultivating an emotionally safe atmosphere for both the students in my care, and colleagues alike....
Education & Certification
- The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- PRAXIS
- iMovie
- ESL/ELL
- +20 subjects
Angela: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...of tutoring experience across various subjects, including Elementary School English, Math, Algebra, ESOL, and Reading, as well as High School economics, history, geography, phonics, and ESL. My teaching philosophy centers on creating an engaging and supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring concepts at their own pace. I believe in the...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Doctor of Science, Educational Psychology
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- Math
- +105 subjects
Susan: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...the TOEFL. This class, as it turned out, was almost completely full of young nannies from all over the world for whom taking English classes was a requirement, and two non-nannies who happened to be young Italian men. It was a FUN semester! My target students were young adults -- high schoolers, college students, or...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Notre Dame of Maryland University - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- ACT Writing
- Study Skills and Organization
- +29 subjects
Holly: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...have a MA in Special Education concentrating on Emotional and Behavior Disorders, and my BA is in University Studies focusing on English and History. I have a wide range of experience as a teacher- I've taught both in the classroom and online. My favorite subjects to teach are chess, English, and ESL. I strive to...
Education & Certification
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Master of Arts Teaching, Special Education
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Languages
- Executive Functioning
- ISEE- Primary
- +121 subjects
Zachary: Raleigh-Durham TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...skills necessary to be successful learners at any level. I developed these skills during my doctoral studies, and I pass them along to my students. I do this by establishing strong relationships predicated on trust and safety. With almost a decade in the educational profession and higher educational space, I have a vast wealth of...
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Education, High School Teaching
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
- The University of West Florida - Masters in Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
- University of Florida - Doctor of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- PRAXIS
- FTCE - Florida Teacher Certification Examinations
- ACT Summer Scholars
- +50 subjects