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Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Teaching EFL in Malta
Every week I receive ten to twenty e-mails from people enquiring about teaching at AClass Academy of English. This is great and I am very please we have already got our name out there. The only problem is that many people do not know what is required to teach English in Malta. The rules are quite strict and regulated by the EFL monitoring board which was set up by the government to regulate the industry. If I am not mistaken we were the first country to do this and other countries have expressed an interest in our system.
To apply for a Teaching Permit which is at present renewable on a yearly basis but may change soon you need:
Once you have all this sorted out you can start applying to schools locally. The best time to apply is in April/May as Director of Studies are gearing up for the summer season.
If possible, apply in person and bring copies of your relative certificates with you. Try to call ahead to schedule an appointment. Mondays and Fridays are usually busy times at school so aim for some time mid-week.
If you apply via email make sure your letter is not full of grammatical errors or the person reading it may not even give you a second chance. Make sure you get the name of the school right or if you plan on sending out an email to lots of schools send the emails separately so it is not so obvious. Also, do make sure you look at the school's website before going for an interview.
Once you get an interview make sure you relax and be yourself. Typical questions might be " What teaching experience do you have?" and " What would you do on a Monday morning in a pre- Intermediate class on their first day at school ?"
Don't be afraid to take your time or to say you are unsure. Honesty is the best policy.
If possible have a few questions of your own. This shows you have come well prepared and take initiative.
Statistics recently published by the government revealed that the industry hires approximately 1,304 teachers. Out of these most (91.4%) were on a part-time basis. If you want to see all the statistics available go to this link for the pdf Malta Statistics Office.
To apply for a Teaching Permit which is at present renewable on a yearly basis but may change soon you need:
- An A-level in English at grade C or above or the EFL monitoring board equivalency exam which is held twice yearly.
- A TEFL certificate from a recognised provider (minimum 60 hours)
- A clean police conduct record that is no more than 3 months from the date of application
Once you have all this sorted out you can start applying to schools locally. The best time to apply is in April/May as Director of Studies are gearing up for the summer season.
If possible, apply in person and bring copies of your relative certificates with you. Try to call ahead to schedule an appointment. Mondays and Fridays are usually busy times at school so aim for some time mid-week.
If you apply via email make sure your letter is not full of grammatical errors or the person reading it may not even give you a second chance. Make sure you get the name of the school right or if you plan on sending out an email to lots of schools send the emails separately so it is not so obvious. Also, do make sure you look at the school's website before going for an interview.
Once you get an interview make sure you relax and be yourself. Typical questions might be " What teaching experience do you have?" and " What would you do on a Monday morning in a pre- Intermediate class on their first day at school ?"
Don't be afraid to take your time or to say you are unsure. Honesty is the best policy.
If possible have a few questions of your own. This shows you have come well prepared and take initiative.
Statistics recently published by the government revealed that the industry hires approximately 1,304 teachers. Out of these most (91.4%) were on a part-time basis. If you want to see all the statistics available go to this link for the pdf Malta Statistics Office.
Moby Concert - Great, Shame About the Wait
The Moby concert at Gianpula fields this weekend in Malta was a fantastic event that was marred by poor organisation at the door. The organisers were lucky no one started pushing or there could have been very serious consequences indeed. If I am not mistaken 20,000 people attended the event proof that people are willing to pay for quality entertainment in Malta.
Roll on Isle of MTV. The music line up is ok but who am I to complain when tickets are free! Don't look the gift horse in the mouth.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Summer Time Learning English in Malta
It has been a very exciting but busy few weeks. We have students from all over the world in class so the nationality mix at the moment is great. Turkish, Swedish, Russian, Brazilian, Italian, Spanish and Belgian.
We had a Teen group who have been busy learning English and going to various activities all throughout the week. They have been on boat cruises, danced the night away at a foam party and had good clean fun going to the cinema, horseriding and bowling. As next Monday is a public holiday in Malta, they will be visiting Gozo, Malta's sister island, on a jeep safari. I wish I could go with them as Gozo is one of my favourite places to relax.
Have a look at our summer packages - we offer great value for money.
We had a Teen group who have been busy learning English and going to various activities all throughout the week. They have been on boat cruises, danced the night away at a foam party and had good clean fun going to the cinema, horseriding and bowling. As next Monday is a public holiday in Malta, they will be visiting Gozo, Malta's sister island, on a jeep safari. I wish I could go with them as Gozo is one of my favourite places to relax.
Have a look at our summer packages - we offer great value for money.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Learn English in Malta and go to The Isle of MTV for Free
Learn English with AClass and go to a FREE CONCERT.
Yes indeed, on the 8th of July, THE BLACK EYED PEAS, LADY GAGA, METRO STATION AND ESMÉE DENTERS ARE TO PERFORM AT ISLE OF MTV MALTA
The artists will play in a free live concert in the spectacular Il-Fosos Square in Floriana in front of 50,000 people.
“We are thrilled to be announcing a world class line up for what promises to once again be one of the summer’s must-see musical events. The Isle of MTV Malta is unique in offering young people across Europe an exclusive opportunity to experience some of the world’s best new and established artists in the sunshine of Malta,” said Jules Robinson, SVP, Viacom Brand Solutions International. “This event has become a vital annual destination for music lovers from across Europe and we are delighted to be a part of it now for the third year running. For MTV, it’s a great opportunity to work with Malta in producing a stunning event in such beautiful surroundings and on a holiday island location.”
MTV’s cameras will capture all the action from Isle of MTV, to be broadcast in an hour-long live special airing across MTV’s pan-European network in September. For more details, log onto www.isleofmtv.com.
The Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism of Malta, the Hon. Dr Mario de Marco, said that Malta is proud that for the third time running, the islands will be the wonderful background to such a high-profile musical event. “We invite music lovers from all over Europe to come and experience what Malta is all about: music, fun, sun, sea, history and so much more. We look forward to welcoming you, as we’re sure that once again, we will be offering an experience which is hard to forget.”
The Black Eyed Peas are one of the world’s most successful recording artists, gaining global recognition for their breakout album, Elephunk and the singles ‘Where is the Love?’ and ‘Shut Up’ and the subsequent triple platinum album, Monkey Business which sold more than nine million copies worldwide and spawned the Grammy Award-winning singles, ‘Don’t Phunk With My Heart’ and ‘My Humps’. In Malta, they perform tracks from their fifth studio album, ‘The E.N.D’, due for release in June and including the single, ‘Boom Boom Pow’.The Peas' Will.I.Am says, “I can’t wait to take our new European inspired dance sound to Europe… I couldn’t think of a better place for our first Black Eyed Peas show in a long time. Malta….Wow”."I've always wanted to visit Malta", adds fellow band member Fergie, "Plus you always know it's gonna be a party with MTV!"
Lady Gaga is making a welcome return to Isle of MTV Malta after rave reviews for her performance at last year’s event. She hit the big time earlier this year with her number 1 hit singles ‘Just Dance’ and ‘Poker Face’.At just 22, Lady Gaga made a name for herself on New York’s Lower East Side club scene with the infectious dance-pop party song ‘Beautiful Dirty Rich,’ and wild, theatrical, and often tongue-in-cheek shock art performances. She wrote the lyrics and melodies on her current album, ‘The Fame,’ an infectious mix of two parts dance-pop, one part electro-pop, and one part rock.
An Internet phenomenon and now an MTV ‘Push’ breakthrough artist, Metro Station, are bringing their energetic electronic dance-pop to Malta. The LA band formed as 17 year-olds back in 2006 and their first single, "Shake It", has already become a Top 10 hit across Europe. Metro Station released their self-titled debut album in Europe in March 2009 and continue to build on their multi-platinum success back in the US.
Dutch singer-songwriter Esmée Denters is undoubtedly on her way to musical stardom. Signed to Justin Timberlake’s Tennman Records, the 20 year-old started out posting videos of herself singing on YouTube and now can count some of the best-known songwriters and producers amongst her collaborators, as well as writing songs with Timberlake himself. She brings her edgy, soulful pop-R&B sound to Malta, including her first single ‘Outta Here’, a hybrid of urban beats, pop lyrics and rock attitude.
So what are you waiting for ? Come and learn English in Malta at AClass Language School and go to the MTV concert for free.
Besides music, Malta’s three islands are situated at the heart of the Mediterranean and offer an endless list of things to experience; from meandering in the many museums or the narrow winding streets of Mdina, the Three Cities or its capital city, Valletta; to swimming under the stars in the famous Blue Lagoon or diving the spectacular Blue Hole in Gozo; to partying all night in the many nightclubs or simply chilling out, soaking up the sun and watching the world go by. See you here, we can't wait to meet you!
Yes indeed, on the 8th of July, THE BLACK EYED PEAS, LADY GAGA, METRO STATION AND ESMÉE DENTERS ARE TO PERFORM AT ISLE OF MTV MALTA
The artists will play in a free live concert in the spectacular Il-Fosos Square in Floriana in front of 50,000 people.
“We are thrilled to be announcing a world class line up for what promises to once again be one of the summer’s must-see musical events. The Isle of MTV Malta is unique in offering young people across Europe an exclusive opportunity to experience some of the world’s best new and established artists in the sunshine of Malta,” said Jules Robinson, SVP, Viacom Brand Solutions International. “This event has become a vital annual destination for music lovers from across Europe and we are delighted to be a part of it now for the third year running. For MTV, it’s a great opportunity to work with Malta in producing a stunning event in such beautiful surroundings and on a holiday island location.”
MTV’s cameras will capture all the action from Isle of MTV, to be broadcast in an hour-long live special airing across MTV’s pan-European network in September. For more details, log onto www.isleofmtv.com.
The Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism of Malta, the Hon. Dr Mario de Marco, said that Malta is proud that for the third time running, the islands will be the wonderful background to such a high-profile musical event. “We invite music lovers from all over Europe to come and experience what Malta is all about: music, fun, sun, sea, history and so much more. We look forward to welcoming you, as we’re sure that once again, we will be offering an experience which is hard to forget.”
The Black Eyed Peas are one of the world’s most successful recording artists, gaining global recognition for their breakout album, Elephunk and the singles ‘Where is the Love?’ and ‘Shut Up’ and the subsequent triple platinum album, Monkey Business which sold more than nine million copies worldwide and spawned the Grammy Award-winning singles, ‘Don’t Phunk With My Heart’ and ‘My Humps’. In Malta, they perform tracks from their fifth studio album, ‘The E.N.D’, due for release in June and including the single, ‘Boom Boom Pow’.The Peas' Will.I.Am says, “I can’t wait to take our new European inspired dance sound to Europe… I couldn’t think of a better place for our first Black Eyed Peas show in a long time. Malta….Wow”."I've always wanted to visit Malta", adds fellow band member Fergie, "Plus you always know it's gonna be a party with MTV!"
Lady Gaga is making a welcome return to Isle of MTV Malta after rave reviews for her performance at last year’s event. She hit the big time earlier this year with her number 1 hit singles ‘Just Dance’ and ‘Poker Face’.At just 22, Lady Gaga made a name for herself on New York’s Lower East Side club scene with the infectious dance-pop party song ‘Beautiful Dirty Rich,’ and wild, theatrical, and often tongue-in-cheek shock art performances. She wrote the lyrics and melodies on her current album, ‘The Fame,’ an infectious mix of two parts dance-pop, one part electro-pop, and one part rock.
An Internet phenomenon and now an MTV ‘Push’ breakthrough artist, Metro Station, are bringing their energetic electronic dance-pop to Malta. The LA band formed as 17 year-olds back in 2006 and their first single, "Shake It", has already become a Top 10 hit across Europe. Metro Station released their self-titled debut album in Europe in March 2009 and continue to build on their multi-platinum success back in the US.
Dutch singer-songwriter Esmée Denters is undoubtedly on her way to musical stardom. Signed to Justin Timberlake’s Tennman Records, the 20 year-old started out posting videos of herself singing on YouTube and now can count some of the best-known songwriters and producers amongst her collaborators, as well as writing songs with Timberlake himself. She brings her edgy, soulful pop-R&B sound to Malta, including her first single ‘Outta Here’, a hybrid of urban beats, pop lyrics and rock attitude.
So what are you waiting for ? Come and learn English in Malta at AClass Language School and go to the MTV concert for free.
Besides music, Malta’s three islands are situated at the heart of the Mediterranean and offer an endless list of things to experience; from meandering in the many museums or the narrow winding streets of Mdina, the Three Cities or its capital city, Valletta; to swimming under the stars in the famous Blue Lagoon or diving the spectacular Blue Hole in Gozo; to partying all night in the many nightclubs or simply chilling out, soaking up the sun and watching the world go by. See you here, we can't wait to meet you!
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Learn English in Malta and Moby Concert
Why not combine your English Course at AClass in Malta with a concert with the world-renowned DJ and songwriter Moby?. Moby will be performing in Malta at a concert at the Gianpula fields on June 28th.
The American musician shot to fame with his classic Play album in 1999, and since then has sold over 20 million records worldwide, winning scores of awards in the process.
Moby has been making music since he was nine years old, playing classical guitar before releasing his first single Go in 1991. His music has been used in hundreds of different films, including Tomorrow Never Dies and The Beach.
Check out Moby' s Journal here
The American musician shot to fame with his classic Play album in 1999, and since then has sold over 20 million records worldwide, winning scores of awards in the process.
Moby has been making music since he was nine years old, playing classical guitar before releasing his first single Go in 1991. His music has been used in hundreds of different films, including Tomorrow Never Dies and The Beach.
Check out Moby' s Journal here
Monday, June 1, 2009
Busy Weeks
It has been a very busy few weeks for AClass. Learning English in Malta peaks during the summer months so bookings are coming in hard and fast.
Although the agent reponse has not been as strong as we had hoped, our direct bookings are increasing by the day. Enquiries to from site are up as well. We have already had several students rebooking or extending their stay as they were very pleased with their course
Although the agent reponse has not been as strong as we had hoped, our direct bookings are increasing by the day. Enquiries to from site are up as well. We have already had several students rebooking or extending their stay as they were very pleased with their course