| Teaching English as a second language can be a | | | | temper. It is sometimes difficult as you will find there |
| rewarding experience. | | | | are students who are very challenging. |
| This article is written as a simple guide to help the | | | | Do not tolerate bad behaviour and be consistent with |
| reader achieve success teaching English to non native | | | | your punishments. Find punishments that are productive |
| speakers. | | | | and appropriate. |
| One never really knows what the level of English the | | | | Support your students by giving them encouragement |
| students will have until they are face to face with | | | | and allow them time to soak up what your teaching |
| them in the classroom. For this reason it is vital to be | | | | them. Give them opportunities to use the language and |
| well prepared and have a back up plan to use if your | | | | recycle what they have learned. |
| original lesson plan is not working. | | | | Spend time finding ways to improve your lessons and |
| It is a good idea to have some fun activities at the | | | | gather new ideas to keep yourself inspired. Be on the |
| ready if you begin to lose the interest of your students. | | | | lookout for new activities to arouse your students |
| If the mood of the students is lacking enthusiasm it is | | | | interests. |
| important to be able to stimulate their interest and | | | | Chat to other teachers about things you find |
| keep them focused. | | | | challenging and bounce ideas off them. Observe other |
| Make sure you know your subject inside out. Students | | | | teachers whenever possible. |
| will lose faith in you if you are unable to answer their | | | | Following these guide lines will ensure you have every |
| questions and you will lose their respect. | | | | success during your time teaching ESL. |
| Stay in control at all times and do not lose your | | | | |