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Destination courses – Information Session Guidelines Updated November 2008

London Information Session Guidelines

Destination London

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Welcome to Teach International • UK music playing before session • Give a brief overview of the company • TI is a specialist TESOL-only provider • Runs accredited courses throughout AU and NZ

Destination LondonMay 25th - June 12th 2009

Study in London … Work in Europe …

Your adventure begins here!

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Destination London • Course dates for the course in London • May 25

th – June 12

th • 2 weeks of practice teaching sessions on-site at real

schools • This is going to be an adventure

Expand Your World

‘The future depends on what we do in

the present .’

Mahatma Gandhi

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It’s time to decide • Give a brief personal account of how a choice you

have made has changed your life dramatically

Why work in the UK & Europe?

• Get a feel for the people & culture

• Amazing travel opportunities at

your doorstep

• Work in picturesque towns &

cities

• Make lifelong friendships

• Kick start your new career out on

the road

• Live, work, and travel with

like -minded adventurers

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London – A city of opportunities • Sell the city • Paint a picture of expat life in London Town • Build the dream…this is where it will start for at least 3

people in this session • Pick on key point to expand on

London

• Major city, established ESL market

• Large number of Summer positions for ESOL teachers

• Gateway to Europe

• Fun and exciting life for expatriates from around the world

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Teaching in London • How does it work? • What are the opportunities? • Explain the market • Pick a key point to expand on


Slide 6

London Pix • 30 second comment • Do not make this about the pictures • Choose a brief experience and sell London a little

more

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The Job • Sell the fact that there is a real job waiting • This is how we are different • This opportunity is real and we can guarantee it

Your Job Guarantee

“We guarantee you a job with one of our partner schools in the UK. There are plenty of positions

available for certified teachers. This is a competitive job market and schools are looking

for quality TESOL graduates. If you are pre-approved and do not get a job, we will refund

half your course costs. ”

Adam Morehouse – Teach International Director

Slide 8

The Guarantee • This is unique • Reduce your risk • Explain the refund criteria – get pre-approved and get

security for your investment

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Pre-Approval • To get the guarantee applicants must be pre-

approved • UK applicants must have a university degree • European summer camps are more flexible • CV must indicate that the applicant is eligible to work

in Europe or the UK (there is a checklist available if attendees are unsure)

Your Job – Where will you work?• King St College ( London )

• Williams College ( London )

• Plus, OISE & LSI (Oxford, Bath, Canterbury, Cambridge)

• Bell International (UK wide)

• Richard Language College (Bournemouth)

• European placements available in Italy, France, Spain,

Germany, Portugal, Austria, Switzerland, Turkey, Bulgaria,

Poland and Russia.

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School Locations • King & Williams teach adults • Other schools young learners • Don’t linger or go into too much detail


Your Job – What is expected?

• Contract length (Summer Holiday Program – up to 8 weeks)

• Work hours (20-30 hours per week is standard)

• Dress code (smart casual)

• Students (children and teenagers on Summer vacation)

• Resources (schools will provide course books to guide your

teaching along their curriculum)

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Job Details • Explain the nature of the work and how the

placements work • Outline how it is possible to stay on with these schools

and go on to further teaching jobs in the UK and Europe

The Pay, Extras and Perks

Opportunities to work in Europe with larger

schools as well as ongoing work for good

teachers

Bonuses

Meals usually covered during work hoursLiving Expenses

Usually not providedTransport

Provided and usually paid for (full board)Accommodation

Between AUD$500 - $700 per weekSalary

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Pay & Perks • Use the fact sheet from Sally to give a few examples

of pay rates and some more details about the jobs • Keep the pace steady…don’t linger too long or delve

into too much detail

The Course

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The Course • This is how we get you the job • There are two course options available • Certificate III and IV • There are advantages to both and choice will depend

on goals

Qualifications

Certificate III in TESOL (110 hrs)6 day in -class - can be completed in Aus, NZ or London

Online study - to be completed before May 30th

4 hours practical teaching - completed in London

Certificate IV in TESOL (220 hrs)6 day in -class - can be completed in Aus, NZ or London

Online study - to be completed before May 30th

6 hours practical teaching - completed in London

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Qualifications • Follow the slide points • Don’t feel the need to expand on every point

Why study in London?

• Start networking with other teachers while studying.

• The fastest way to start working in the UK or Europe.

• Receive professional assistance with orientation into culture and introduction to schools.

• Doing Practice Teaching onsite allows you to train and be assessed in your actual working environment.

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Studying in London • Sell London again • Remind attendees of the dream • This is a jump start to travel…travel and earn


What’s included in London

• 6-day TESOL in -class course (unless completed prior to arrival)

• 12 hours of lesson -planning workshops

• Practice Teaching over 2 weeks in real schools

• Welcome dinner and graduation evening

• Introduction to the city – (Comprehensive Guide Booklet)

• Pre-checked local accommodation

• 20% off travel insurance

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Inclusions • Follow the slide points • Only offer brief elaboration on points

What’s not included in London

• Return flights to overseas destination

• Accommodation (local budget options provided)

• Food and drinks

• Travel insurance, visas (ask for a checklist if you are unsure)

• Any travel you may wish to undertake outside

course hours

• Travel within London to course location

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Exclusions • Follow the slide points again • Elaborate briefly • Reiterate visa requirements but do not get drawn into

discussions (there are a number of criteria for each country and each case – students are responsible for assessing their individual situations)

• A good chance to get a show of hands to determine who to target

International Recognition

Top schools/locations want Certificate IV criteria to be met, bu t these are a minority. The

majority want any TESOL Certificate provided according to Commun icative Methodology.

Government and rich economies tend to also require a first degre e and/or experience.

(eg. Japan, South Korea, Middle East, Germany, France and others )

Accreditation UK

(British Council &

English UK)

NEASNZQAStandard setting body

UKAUSTRALIANZ

Required minimum standard

in English speaking countries

met by our

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International Recognition • Work through the table on the slide to explain what

‘international recognition means • Educate attendees in what to look for when comparing

courses

British Council Website

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British Council • Slide to support previous slide • Point out the three criteria and the fact that the British

Council does not accredit individual courses but rather the schools use the criteria to employ teachers

Why study with Teach International?

• TESOL Specialists - it’s all we do!

• We meet NEAS & Accreditation UK criteria

• Practice Teaching with real students

• Ongoing academic support - online & in person

• Unique blended delivery

Online + In-Class + Practice Teaching

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USP • Follow the slide points • Keep it brief but sell each point positively


Slide 21

Summary Slide • Links to other pages • Use this as a point to answer any questions and

objections before progressing to the sale • The points link back to the pages to allow you to

navigate – clicking the ‘Traveler Stamp’ will allow you to jump back to this page

What does it cost?

Certificate III in TESOL = $2,495

Certificate IV in TESOL = $3,195

What is included?

What is not included?

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Prices • Links to inclusions and exclusions • Be confident…this is a good price for this opportunity • It is an investment

It’s an investment!

1_ months to recover investment.2 months to recover investment.

TOTAL INVESTMENT $4,295TOTAL INVESTMENT $4,295

Course Fee $2,495Course Fee $2,495

Return Air Ticket $1,800Return Air Ticket $1,800

Earn AUD$700 per weekEarn AUD$500 per week

Certificate III in TESOL $2,495

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Cert III Investment • Show clearly how attendees will win • Recognize the fact that the Cert III is better suited for

working in Europe and will not get jobs in the UK • Acknowledge other costs like accommodation and

living expenses and where possible offer some indications

It’s an investment!

2 months to recover investment.2_ months to recover investment.

TOTAL INVESTMENT $4,995TOTAL INVESTMENT $4,995

Course Fee $3,195Course Fee $3,195

Return Air Ticket $1,800Return Air Ticket $1,800

Earn AUD$700 per weekEarn AUD$500 per week

Certificate IV in TESOL $3,195

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Cert IV Investment • Show clearly how attendees will win • This is needed for working in the UK…as well as

Australia, Canada and NZ • Acknowledge other costs like accommodation and

living expenses and where possible offer some indications

What if I enrol tonight?

• Sign up tonight and pay within 48 hours and receive …– 5% discount $125 for Cert III

$160 for Cert IV– FREE comprehensive Travel Insurance $110 value– FREE TTTTT resource book $50 value– FREE Country Quick Facts Book $10 value

• Register and pay your deposit tonight and receive a further $50 discount!

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Enrol Tonight • Make sure you state clearly how much the two options

will cost • Walk through the offers and deduct from the total cost • Use the whiteboard • Cert III tonight = $2,320 – Save $175 • Cert IV tonight = $2,985 – Save $210 • Receive $170 in extras


Course Payment OptionsA. Sign Up Tonight!

Sign up tonight to get the best price!

B. Pay in Full within 48 hours!Sign up within 48 hours and take advantage of our

Information Session Incentives.

C. Begin your online study!Pay $800 to begin grammar and electives online.

Payment Methods:

Credit card* (MasterCard / Amex / Visa), bank cheque, money orde r, cash, or direct deposit online

*additional 1.95% merchant fee on credit card payments

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Payment Options • Push the sign up tonight and 48 hour options • Stay away from the indecisive • Focus on the strongest leads • You are aiming for 3…find them and avoid the tire

kickers

Destination London

Enrol Now!Enrol Now!

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Destination London • The job is there • The course is there • Get yourself there

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