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Take Flight Teaching Podcast with John Melton
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!
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
Take Flight Teaching - China, Are We Terminated?
Find out about the latest in China's ESL shutdown across the nation that rattled the globe for billions.
Take Flight Teaching - Why the ANTI-CHINA MEDIA???
Please listen to my rhetorical analysis of the corporate media in relations to china.
Take Flight Teaching Season 2 - TEFL Teachers, DO NOT DO THIS
People are making desperate moves within the industry that is affecting pay. We need to be aware of these things when job searching. Also, Grammar methodologies.
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
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! :)
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. ...
Take Flight Teaching Podcast Episode 15 - Season 1 Side B Episode 1
We have a consultation with a Chinese American student, Jessi Li. Follow along and maybe some of your questions can be answered as well!
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!
Take Flight with John Melton Episode 13
My TOP 5 ESL Countries for 2021! Also, news at the U.S. border
Take Flight Teaching 12 - America in the South Pacific, Bitcoin, and More!
In this episode, we go over some international news and travel guidelines. We also go over some investment options. When teaching abroad, or even remotely, you can save up a lot of extra income. It's best to invest that money and put it to work for you.
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!!
Take Flight Teaching 10 - Executions in China - ESL Classroom Management Tips
Today we talk about some international headlines coming out of China. We also go over some first time teaching tips and classroom management tips for TEFL and ESL Teachers.
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
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
Take Flight #7 - What Kind of TEFL Should You Get? COVID in Beijing and Online Teaching News
Every day I see the same question What TEFL/TESOL/CELTA Should I get? Which one is 'better?' Correction on COVID in China The state of Online Teaching right now and more! Support Us: buymeacoffee.com/TakeFlightJohn
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...
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...
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...
Take Flight Teaching Episode 3- Are the Chinese People Oppressed? My Experience Teaching in China #1
Listen along as I address some topics facing Chinese society. How oppressed are the people? Also, part 1 of my experience teaching in China. Happy New Year from Take Flight Teaching Consultants . Find us on Facebook and on IG: @takeflight_podcast
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!