
If you are interested in earning a TESOL certification, reach out to Varsity Tutors to get started with San Diego TESOL certification training. TESOL stands for teaching English to speakers of other languages. It is a general name for the field of teaching that includes both TESL and TEFL. TESOL certification programs are offered by a variety of organizations, such as the TESOL International Association. There isn't a single degree, certificate, or license that authorizes an individual to teach ESL or EFL in all fields or in every part of the world. The requirements necessary to earn a TESOL certification varies by job and location. While some jobs and countries do not require any prerequisites, there are some that require you to earn a bachelor's degree from a university like San Diego State University.
There are numerous benefits to becoming TESOL certified, including access to jobs all over the world, providing you with knowledge and skills, and allowing you to join the TESOL International Association's membership program. Some of the skills you can review in a TESOL certification program include teaching and learning styles, managing disruptive behavior, and identifying learning objectives. If you could use some guidance as you study in a TESOL certification program, you should consider signing up for a San Diego TESOL certification course.
Taking a San Diego TESOL certification class can be beneficial because it can help you study in a variety of ways. Your instructor can present relevant concepts in lecture form. They can provide a general overview of most topics while going into more detail on any concepts your class is struggling with. You also have the option of meeting with your instructor outside of class to ask questions when necessary. Your instructor can also lead class discussions. This gives you a chance to collaborate with your fellow students. Some students don't learn effectively through lectures so it can be useful to have an alternative study approach. Some of the topics involved in TESOL focus on teaching methods. It can be useful to try out different teaching methods in a collaborative and interactive environment. Talking with your classmates can give you a chance to gain new insights into teaching because your classmates may have different viewpoints and experiences than you do.
It can also be a good idea to observe your instructor during your sessions. This can give you an idea as to the types of methods you may want to use in your own classroom. You can also participate in in-class activities, which gives you an opportunity to practice your skills in a more practical way. You can explain topics to your classmates throughout this process, which can be a great way to practice teaching. Part of teaching also involves developing lesson plans. You can develop your own lesson plans and your classmates and the instructor can provide feedback to help you make tweaks to it.
One of the largest hurdles to studying TESOL is fitting study sessions into your schedule. You may have work or family commitments that take up a large chunk of your day. But you can still study with a TESOL certification class because you can attend your study sessions completely online. You never have to worry about traveling to your class because you can attend it from your house or from any other location with an Internet connection. New classes start up every month and you can sign up for either two or four-week sessions depending on your needs. If you could use some assistance in your TESOL certification program, contact Varsity Tutors to begin San Diego TESOL certification training.

Marcel: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...teaching, as well as learning. I believe that the development of the mind is one of the most important things that an individual can do in order to enhance their overall well-being. Therefore, I am fully engaged in the process of helping individuals to achieve their academic goals, as well as to help them to...
Education & Certification
- Elizabeth City State University - Bachelors, Criminal Justice
- North Carolina Central University - Masters, Public Administration
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- High School Writing
- English Language Arts Substitute
- SAT Reading
- +47 subjects

Jennifer: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...degree in Elementary Education from the University of Montana - Western. I was a first grade teacher in Idaho and Nevada for 12 years combined. I have been an online ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher since July of 2017. I have experience teaching all elementary subjects, but I love teaching kids to read...
Education & Certification
- The University of Montana-Western - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Middle School Science
- Writing
- Elementary School Math
- +12 subjects

Olivia: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
Hello, my name is Olivia! I am a TESOL certified English tutor and it's my pleasure to start working with you. Together we will reach your language goals through guided conversations and diving into grammar, sentence structure and common idioms in the English language! I can't wait to start working with you!
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- AP Psychology
- Professional Certifications

Nichole Marie: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...student has a better understanding of what they read to minimize the possibility of someone taking advantage of them. I am a graduate of Point Park College (now Point Park University) where I received a Bachelor of Science in Health & Human Services with a focus on Social Work. Upon graduation, I took a position...
Education & Certification
- Point Park University - Bachelor in Arts, Behavioral Sciences
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
- LSW - Licensed Social Worker
- TOEFL
- +25 subjects

Leah: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...for the last 8 years in many different cities around the world. I consider myself lucky to have had the opportunity of working in diverse school environments and in many different facets with young learners. I would love to brighten the faces of you and your student with my engaging, creative and enjoyable lessons, always...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
- University of Central Florida - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- High School Writing
- Art
- SAT Writing and Language
- +24 subjects

Lauren: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...at Dallas with a Global Business degree, and I speak Spanish (advanced) and Chinese (intermediate), so I have a specialty with helping natives of those languages. I have also been learning piano for 16 years, the first 11 of which I had a piano teacher who taught me to read music and pass all the...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelor of Science, Global Studies
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- English
- Spanish 1
- Writing
- +34 subjects

Jonathan: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...ESL instructor with over 10 years experience. You will see the passion I have in teaching because I am good at customizing a lesson to fit the student's pedagogy and learning curve. I also have a strong background in curriculum and content development for lessons from my experiences being a Tagalog subject matter expert in...
Education & Certification
- University of the Phillippines - Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Middle School Reading
- Songwriting
- ESL/ELL
- +18 subjects

LeVette: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...of Liberty University. There, I earned a Master of Arts in Leadership and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a focus on Healthcare Management. I have an endorsement in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). In addition, I received my Associate of Applied Science degree in Healthcare Management from Ashworth College....
Education & Certification
- Liberty University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Liberty University - Master of Arts, Organizational Leadership
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Business
- +46 subjects

Jacqueline: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...fun, hands-on interactivity while being proactive, productive, and positive, conquering every challenge, in guiding you towards your goal successfully is my mission and priority. You, my students, are mirrors of reflection of self-confidence and resilience with a curiosity to learn, courage to try, and freedom to speak and enjoy, absorbing the knowledge of new concepts...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Gateway Community College - Associate in Arts, Middle School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Social Studies
- Elementary School Math
- +39 subjects

Laurie: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...Bible School and College in Cincinnati, Ohio. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Classroom Education. I started off my teaching experience by subbing at a private Christian school from kindergarten through 12th grade. In 2018, I became an ESL online tutor (mainly to students of all ages in China and Japan) and...
Education & Certification
- God's Bible School & College - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- ACT Writing
- Math 2
- +69 subjects

Susan: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...English from the University of Maryland and a Master's degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from Notre Dame University of Maryland. I was in the very first graduating class from Notre Dame for their newly minted TESOL program, and really enjoyed learning from my advisor and instructor who developed the program....
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
- Business
- ACT Writing
- +29 subjects

Elizabeth: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...years of teaching experience and case management in the NC public school system, 2+ years of leading the ESL department, and 8+ years of tutoring experience. I'm passionate about maintaining a safe, welcoming classroom in order to assist students in achieving their goals. My teaching style is based on equity, inclusion, and empathy. My favorite...
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
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- PRAXIS
- Professional Certifications
- +14 subjects

Fredina: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...Fredina. I graduated from Ashland Theological Seminary University and got a PhD degree. My major is Wholistic: Wellness Healthcare Educator. I have 20 years (s) teaching experience. I have taught all ages of students/children many different subjects. I became a certified TESOL national and international academic instructor and joined the VIPKID, Varsity, and Amplify organization....
Education & Certification
- Cleveland State Community College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- Liberty University - Master of Divinity, Religious Education
- Ashland University - Doctor of Philosophy, Health and Wellness, General
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- VTLSC
- ACCUPLACER Sentence Skills
- ESL
- +52 subjects

Kelly: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...teacher, I have worked with students of all ages and abilities. Pre-school, Kindergarten and homeschooled students are favorite groups of mine as they have some unique learning situations, styles and needs. My Special Education training offers a unique perspective into how to teach so that students learn best. I utilize whichever strategies work with a...
Education & Certification
- Western Michigan University - Bachelor of Science, Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- PRAXIS
- Reading
- +35 subjects

Sibylle: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...University of Heidelberg. I received the equivalent to an M.A. in Translation (English, German, Spanish) with a focus on Medical Translation. I am also a registered nurse, hence my focus on medical translations. Since graduation, I have started my own translation business and have taught German at various co-ops. I have also taught ESL/EFL online...
Education & Certification
- University of Heidelberg - Bachelor in Arts, Language Interpretation and Translation
- University of Heidelberg Germany - Master of Arts, Language Interpretation and Translation
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Elementary School Writing
- Spelling, Grammar, and Writing Skills Class
- +76 subjects

Sheniece: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
My teaching style is very student centered. I love focusing on the student's voice and choice of how they learn better!
Education & Certification
- Limestone College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
- Fort Hays State University - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Conversational Spanish
- Spanish 1
- Study Skills
- +14 subjects

Anais: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...school teacher is like a great artist who uses basic tools to transform raw materials into valuable assets of society. However, great artists may not have the best tools or best skills - they are recognized because of their passion and their unique perspective of the world. Great teachers are not just ones who transmit...
Education & Certification
- Universidad del Turbo - Bachelor, Elementary Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- Professional Certifications
- English
- +1 subjects
Kelli: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...in Education in Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and American Studies. I have been in education for over 17 years. During that time, I taught all subjects in grades 3-5 for nine years, then moved into teaching science for grades K-5 for the next four years. After that, I...
Education & Certification
- Rider University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- Argosy University-Tampa - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- CSET - California Subject Examinations for Teachers
- FTCE - Florida Teacher Certification Examinations
- CBEST - The California Basic Educational Skills Test
- +28 subjects

Candice: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...to enriching the lives of my students. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from The University of Chicago and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Over the years, I have merged my love of language and literature with my long-standing commitment to the welfare of children and young adults....
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
- The New School - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- SAT Writing and Language
- CogAT
- SAT
- +55 subjects

Shadwaynn: San Diego TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages instructor
...a B.S. in Elementary Education and a M.S. in Educational Administration & Supervision. I also obtained a 120 Hour TESOL Certificate, which prepared me to teach English as a second language. I am an experienced educator with skills in tutoring, training, instructing, managing, and facilitating student and adult learning. I have worked with students in...
Education & Certification
- Indiana University/Purdue University at Fort Wayne - Bachelor, Elementary Education
- Indiana University/Purdue University at Fort Wayne - Master's/Graduate, Education Administration
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- PRAXIS
- ISEE
- Basic Computer Literacy
- +39 subjects