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SLS
TEFL Improving lives
through teaching

THE PROSPECTIVE SLS TEFL STUDENT'S

GUIDE TO OUR COURSE, TEACHING AND
LIVING ABROAD.
 Contents

1 What is SLS TEFL? 2

2 How is the SLS TEFL course accredited? 3

3 Why take part in the SLS TEFL course? 4

4 Where can I teach overseas? 4

5 Why should I take an “in-class” course? 5

6 How good is my TEFL trainer? 6

7 What ideas could you consider for 7

finding work in Asia/Thailand?

8 Who are SLS referees? 8

9 What are SLS TEFL course prices? 9

10 Where and how can I register? 9

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 What is SLS TEFL?

Teaching English as a Foreign Language Our course is instructed by a

(TEFL) refers to teaching English Language to highly qualified, university
students with different first languages. TEFL can instructor with many years of
be taught either within the government school teaching experience in
system, private schools, a language school or Britain, the USA, Vietnam,
with a tutor. TEFL can also be taught in an and Thailand.
English-speaking country to people who
have migrated there (either temporarily
for school or work or permanently). TEFL Each student is
teachers may be native or non-native dedicated 8 hours
English speakers. of live practice
teaching to ESL
Other acronyms used are TESL (Teaching students
English as a Second Language), TESOL
(Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages), and ESL (English as a Second
Language; a term typically used in
English-speaking countries, and more often
referring to the learning than the teaching).

We employ a curriculum approved and

accredited by the Chonburi Provincial Education
Authority (a division of the Ministry of Education,
Thailand) and supported independent Thai ESL
professors.

The TEFL course takes place over an intensive 4-week period.

Our curriculum consists of a minimum of 120 hours theory
including up to 8 hours of practical teaching. Details can be
found at: http://slsteflschool.com/te/

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 How is the SLS TEFL
Course accredited?

The Chonburi Provincial

Education Authority
SLS is located in Thailand and is registered (Ministry of Education)
as a school governed by its laws and Thailand approved Salisa
operates under the authority of the Language School (SLS) License
Ministry of Education, Thailand. SLS no. 004/2557 on 27th August 2014
received authority to operate by passing
through a rigorous approval and The Chonburi Provincial Education
accreditation process. and subsequently Authority (Ministry of Education)
obtained a license to teach an “in-class” Thailand approved the
course. SLS TEFL Course License
no. 002/2561 on
For the SLS course to become approved 20th February 2018
the support of three Thai university
professors of English was required. If you
plan to work in a Thai government school
it is better to hold an in-class TEFL course Our Ratings
certificate, and better still, one approved
by the Ministry of Education, Thailand. GoAbroad.com 9.7/10
GoOverseas.com 9.7/10
Google 5 stars
Facebook 4.7/5

Other forms of SLS TEFL course

credibility are built upon referrals and
student attestations:

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 Why take part in the
SLS TEFL Course?

We will actively assist you to

pass the SLS TEFL course and in
At SLS we will show so doing, become a self-assured, effective
you how to teach and competent teacher,
students of any able to design and deliver lessons
in a meaningful and informative way.
age or ability.
We will be consciously aware of your
We will share with you the knowledge individual needs and will support you in
and expertise that will ensure you achieving your goal. Our understanding
realise your capability as a proficient and guidance, together with continuing
teacher of English. professional development, will allow you
the optimum chance of consistent and
sustained success.

Where can I teach overseas?

Achieving our SLS TEFL qualification is a sign of quality. It is your passport to
teach, not just in Thailand, but the world over.

In the past, most of our TEFL trainees have come mainly, although not exclusively,
from native English speaking (NES) countries around the world, and perhaps more
importantly, from all walks of life.

Indeed, some of our most successful teachers have surprised themselves by stepping
out of their comfort zone into the exciting world of teaching. An increase in creativity
and productivity and a new found zest of enthusiasm are some of the qualities that
we regularly see in our students.

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 Why should I take
an “in-class” course?

Online courses aren't accepted by Social interaction with other

some schools and not preferred by
others. In-class courses are more
acceptable in Asia.
The opportunity to practice teaching in
real live school classes and businesses
should not be missed.
students, peer observation
learning, and face-to-face
communication between you
and your trainer are hugely
beneficial during the SLS
in-class course.

The SLS TEFL course is directed towards You will be in control of your class.
teaching various students: young or older, Peer observation and trainer review
in-school, one-on-one, business or will motivate your improvement and
corporate classes. increase your confidence.

Hands-on, classroom management is

a key component of the SLS course. Our teaching practice
partners.
The best way for you to feel at ease as a teacher is by
actually teaching, and most, if not all of our on-site course Srisuvit School, Banglamung
will include hands-on, practical experience, with real P1-M3
students. These sessions permit you to practice your
teaching in a classroom environment, with lots of Amari Hotels, Pattaya
support. You will receive highly specific and useful Business English
feedback from your instructor, which you can then apply
in future lessons. Tamar Centre
Adult Students
One of the biggest hurdles for new teachers to overcome,
is feeling comfortable in the classroom environment, and STC College, Ban Ampur
observed teaching practice is an invaluable way of 16-20 year old
overcoming this obstacle. Additionally, some employers
will only accept certificates that include practical teaching Pattaya Technical College
time and may expect to see a trial lesson as part of the 16-20 year old
interview process.
DHL (ESIE)
Business English
The SLS “in-class” TEFL course teaching practice sessions
are guaranteed to be either in our own classroom (with Satit School, Pattaya
adult learners), or classrooms in a public/government or P1-M5
private school (with school aged children). Practicing
teachers are given a range of students to teach. Our
qualified instructor is in attendance to support.
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 How good is
my TEFL Trainer?

At all times, Mr Cillian Hayes is our Academic Head of TEFL. He oversees TEFL
trainers and teaches/instructs TEFL trainees.

He graduated in 1983 from the University of

Newcastle with a B.Ed. (Honours) degree in
Education and Professional Studies and later
obtained further qualifications in Special Education
and Clinical Psychology, from the University of
Birmingham.

He began his teaching career in a comprehensive

school as a teacher of geography and physical
education and then moved into residential special
education where he taught for eighteen years. As
such, he has extensive teaching experience in both CILLIAN HAYES
comprehensive and special schools.
B.Ed. (Hons) Newcastle,
Dip. Clinical Psychology,
Birmingham
Cillian is an experienced, professional, Advanced Certificate in
committed teacher with internationally Education, Birmingham
TEFL Certificate
recognised specialist qualifications in FA ‘A’ Licence Soccer
education and sport. Coach (UEFA “A” License)

On moving from England to S.E. Asia in 2010, he became a sports instructor and English
language teacher in Vietnam, and latterly a TEFL trainer at teacher training centre’s in
Pattaya, Thailand.

The skills acquired in pursuing his chosen profession successfully demonstrates a

capacity to prepare and deliver relevant information to a wide variety of audiences.

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 What ideas could you consider for
finding work in Asia/Thailand?

We hope that one day you'll enjoy the SLS TEFL course. If so, you’ll find your
trainer to have excellent knowledge in classroom management in Asia and
elsewhere in the world. Prior to, and during the course you can consider these
facebook links to find either classroom positions or online jobs in Asia.

One of our associates here in Thailand

supports over 200 schools. Their specific Visit our website for a brief
requirements are that you are under 40, opportunities write up.
have a degree, TEFL/EFL certificate, and
have prepared a current CV/resume'. We
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can send your information to the recruiter.
Just send an email to info@slsthailand.com.
Note however, there are jobs available in
Asia for teachers well over 40 years of age. We mention a charity which we support that has
children homes in Thailand requiring English teachers
There is the old standard website
for 3 months to a year. Its volunteer work, remote and
https://www.ajarn.com which is a great
place to continue to look for jobs in you do get a living allowance and live-in quarters.
Thailand.
Hands Across the Water Charity
https://www.handsgroup.org.au

It seems that the main requirement for Visit the following Facebook groups.
ESL teachers in Thailand is to have an ESL
qualification like the SLS TEFL Course - Teaching Jobs in Vietnam
Certificate, and have a degree in any - Teaching jobs in Cambodia
faculty. However, there are jobs available - Teaching and Education Jobs in Cambodia
for non-degree holders through - Bangkok Teaching Jobs
"word-of-mouth” or “search-and-find” - Non-Native English Speaker Teachers
found by responding to advertisements - Hired on Line Teachers with Job reviews
on social media (i.e.facebook). - Asia Teaching Jobs
- Teaching jobs in Asia
- Teaching Jobs worldwide
- Pilipinas ESL schools hiring teachers
Finally, you may make inquiries with SLS - Non-Native English Teachers
at info@slsthailand.com for our view of - ESL Teachers Job Board
qualifications, visa requirements and salaries, - Teach English in China, ESL teachers jobs
in countries where you may wish to teach. - Teaching Jobs in Korea
 Who are SLS's
referees?

The best TEFL course in Thailand

As with all things in life, there's the
good, the bad, and the reasonable.
But once in a while you come across
something very special, and that's
exactly what happened when I came
across SLS Training Centre in Pattaya.
Great school,
great experience.
SLS has provided me with the
guidance and knowledge to
become an effective English Teacher.
I would thoroughly recommend
Salisa Language School.

The best TEFL

course in Pattaya This TEFL course
was both interesting
Great location, first class teaching and challenging. It has
facilities, probably the best TEFL taught me a great deal
instructor in Thailand and about what it’s like to be an
English language teacher, and
wonderful practical teaching what will be expected of me.
experience. Im now a confident I wasn’t sure exactly what
and professional TEFL teacher. teaching would involve and
was very concerned about
Thank you SLS! being hired without
having any teaching
- Chris experience.

The programme covers all aspects of Teaching English as a

Foreign Language from the grammar focus to classroom
management and Thai culture. After completing the course I
feel I can confidently walk into any classroom or teaching
environment with the knowledge and experience to start
teaching. In summary, what an amazing programme! Excellent
mentor, well-crafted curriculum, balanced training of
theory and practical application. I will recommend SLS
Pattaya to anyone who is looking at completing their TEFL
certification. Very Impressive.
 What are SLS TEFL
course Prices?

We can now offer various ways to meet the needs of our trainee teachers.

• Regular TEFL course is baht 39,500

• Regular TEFL course & 4 weeks accommodation is baht 49,500
• Part-time (120 hour) TEFL course is also available for baht 35,000
• Professional development course – practical methodology and our classroom
experience to supplement and endorse your existing online qualification or
education degree at baht 35,000

At the conclusion of each of our courses, you will receive a valid TEFL certificate.
We provide all graduates with a Thai Version and an English version. The SLS course is
registered and fully approved by the Ministry of Education, Thailand.

Where can I register?

In addition, we offer a generous discount for
couples and other benefits when choosing one If you are sure about registering for your TEFL
course and have sent a confirming email to
of our courses. (contact us for full details) info@slsthailand.com you may pay SLS by direct
bank deposit or PayPal. See our payment
• Airport pick-up (Suvarnabhumi / Pattaya) if instructions below:
required
• First night’s free accommodation in
Pattaya with the regular course if required
• Special price option on regular TEFL
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you money
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