CONNECT WITH THE WORLD
We certify English language teachers so they can connect in international communities and build cross-cultural relationships.
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Why ConnecTEFL?
Our teacher trainers have 50+ years of combined experience, have lived and taught overseas, have advanced degrees in TESL, and teach at the university-level.
Our curriculum tackles common myths about teaching the English language and deconstructs them according to the best practices and theories in TEFL.
The cost for a ConnecTEFL certificate is half the price of many certification programs of the same value which include practicums.
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"The ConnecTEFL class was both challenging and enjoyable. The material, class dicussions, projects and practicum prepared me as I began my first classes. Additionally, the direct and useful comments offered by the instructors as they observed my class helped me continue to improve for both my students' and my benefit. ConnecTEFL is completely worth the time and the money spent. While I am not a master, ConnecTEFL helped me feel confident as I move into the arena of TEFL/ESL."
"Living overseas in a cross-cultural environment, and receiving numerous requests to help individuals learn English, ConnecTEFL provided the knowledge and skills I needed. I appreciated the practical content, inclusion of cultural elements and individualized feedback. ConnecTEFL not only equipped me for teaching; but also provided insight and help for my own current second language acquisition process."
"Taking this course was invaluable to me! The instructors mold each student using their particular gifts and personalities to become amazing teachers."
Our Course Options
In-Class
- 12-Weeks (100 hrs + 20 hr practicum)
- Taken in a physical class with classmates in Memphis, TN.
- 3 hrs a week in class, Thursday nights
- 1-2 hours of practicum (120 hours total)
- Ideal for people in the Memphis area with one night per week availability and would rather be in a physical classroom.
- Thursday nights 6-9pm
September 6 to November 29
Info meeting August 30, 2018
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Self-Study
- Take online
- Do at your own pace and schedule
- 100 hours of instruction
- 20 hour practicum
- Take anywhere with internet access
- Great for people who are not in Memphis or have unpredictable schedules
- The same course as in-class
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Meet the ConnecTEFL Team
Richard Dalton
Richard is the Director of Education at Connect Language Center where he teaches ESL and ConnecTEFL courses. He received a Masters in TESOL at the University of Memphis where he also taught adult ESL in Intensive English for Internationals from 2012 to 2018. Prior to that, Richard spent time teaching English to college students in Baku, Azerbaijan and studying Turkish in Izmir, Turkey. In his spare time, Richard likes spending time with his wife Hope, reading, skateboarding, and hanging out with his students.
David Frazier
David has been involved in cross-cultural living and training for over twenty-five years. He and his wife also lived in Turkey for twenty years where David taught EFL at Dokuz Eylül University and ran his own English language training business for pilots and business people. He has a B.A. in Intercultural Studies from Biola University and an M.A. in English with a concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language from the University of Memphis. David has been teaching or involved with adult ESL for over 25 years. David loves movies, tennis, and helping refugees resettle in Memphis.
Tammy Jones
Tammy received her undergraduate degree in English from Delta State University as well as a masters in English at the University of Memphis. She has been teaching for over 20 years at college and secondary levels. Tammy also lived in Belmopan, Belize for 9 years where she worked as an instructor and principal. Currently, Tammy teaches English courses at the University of Memphis. Tammy is an avid reader and loves spending time with her family in Mississippi.
ConnecTEFL is a training certification course from Connect Language Center, a program under the 501c3 non-profit organization World Relief Memphis.
