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Take Flight Teaching Podcast with John Melton

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Take Flight podcast is here to bring you the newest information on traveling and teaching abroad. We focus on subjects relating to EFL, international relations, finance, travel experiences, interviews, food, and more!
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Episodes

The BAD side of Online ESL Teaching

Listen in as we discuss the darker side of teaching English online. Also, listen to the latest news and advice in the industry. IG: @takeflight_podcast Facebook: Take Flight Teaching Consultants

Aug 19, 2021•14 min•Season 2Ep. 4

Take Flight Teaching Season 2 Episode #1

Today we talk Taiwan, Chinese rockets, ESL industry, a new book, and website! Join us to find out about our job list. Follow on IG: @takeflight_podcast

May 17, 2021•14 min

Take Flight 17 - Side B Episode 3 - John Melton on Dying To Eat Podcast CHINA

Today I will give some excerpts from an interview with a food podcast. I was chosen to be the Chinese food / Han Dynasty expert. I use some brushing up on my Chinese history but the food I know for certain! Tune in for details about our new book with the LEGITIMATE Job Listings inside. FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM: @takeflight_podcast   ...........I mistakenly said takeflight_teaching in the podcast. ugh! :)

Apr 30, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 15

Take Flight Teaching #16 - Season 1 Side B - Special Guests Anthony Rossetti and Montana

Today we are joined by two very special guests as we discuss the pros and cons of my first trip to teach English abroad in China. Our first guest is the host of the newly popular horror podcast Not Another Horror Podcast which you can find on all major streaming platforms. My second guest is my daughter Montana. I want to give my fellow teacher an idea of what traveling abroad without your loved ones feels like and she will explain her experience from being the one still here at home. ...

Apr 25, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 16

Take Flight Teaching 14 - Season Finale - Top 5 Riskiest ESL Contracts

In this episode, we discuss the 5 riskiest ESL contracts I have come across and you eventually will too if you are in the industry long enough. Also, we discuss "Is the Golden Age of teaching English over in China?" Along with other insightful advice! Join in!

Mar 06, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 14

Take Flight 11 - Overtime and Getting Paid

In this episode, I discuss some common occurrences within the teaching world, especially in China. I give some negotiation techniques for TEFL / ESL Teachers to use. Try your best not to fall into these traps!!

Feb 10, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 11

Take Flight 9 - Can You Teach Without A Degree? My First Time in the UAE

In this episode, I address some questions sent to me about teaching as a non-native or teaching without a degree. I also talk about my first (and not last) trip to Abu Dahbi. Feel free to send any questions regarding Travelling or Teaching Abroad, or if you have inquiries about the 200+ Job List. Follow on IG: @takeflight_podcast

Jan 27, 2021•12 min

Take Flight #8 - The BIGGEST Mistakes ESL Teachers Make

Listen in as I go over some of the biggest mistakes others and myself have made teaching English abroad. Navigating places like China is more than just knowing the geography and language, something it will teach you very quickly. We hope to continue bringing quality content to listeners. Please subscribe! Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/TakeFlightJohn

Jan 20, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Take Flight Teaching #6 - How to Find Housing Abroad / Pro-China censoring?

In this episode, we explain what a teacher can expect to run into when looking for housing as they embark on their journey to teach abroad. We will emphasize the important part of the negotiation process in which to mention certain requirements. I also give some thoughts on the recent noticeable censorship of pro-China media in the West. :( If you gain anything insightful from this podcast, please buy me a coffee and receive 15 legitimate ESL Job listing sites. Sponsor here: https://buymeacoffee...

Jan 13, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Take Flight Teaching #5 - Did I Almost Get Kidnapped in China? Things to Never Do When Teaching Abroad

In this episode, I discuss an uncomfortable situation I was faced with at a sketchy training center in China. All training centers are not this way and although the situation was sketchy, people were very nice to me overall. However, I am a person that follows my instincts and I didn't feel like I was being told the truth. I also give some quick pro tips on things to NEVER do when you are preparing to go teach abroad or if you are already teaching abroad. We also have a new list of over 200 legi...

Jan 09, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Take Flight Teaching Podcast with John Melton #4 - Can you teach English abroad as a non-native? Job Board news and more!

In this episode, we celebrate 100 listeners! I also share news about a new LEGITIMATE job board for teaching abroad! I answer some listener questions, such as "Can I teach English abroad as a non-native?" Anchor has now given us the option of giving you a special Support option if you'd like to Help Take Flight bring you more quality content. Also be entered in to get a free Job Board by supporting. Heres the link: https://anchor.fm/take-flight-podcast-real/support Thank you, everybody! Lets Tra...

Jan 05, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Take Flight Episode 2 - How Teachers make big bucks!

This episode is an overview of contract reviews for those looking to teach abroad and earn a LOT of money and how teachers are making over $150,000 a year teaching English. We will discuss the highest-paid English teacher in the world! Tune in and Subscribe!

Dec 29, 2020•30 min