HOW TO BECOME A BUSINESS ENGLISH TEACHER

July 15, 2025
12:40 pm

As a certified English teacher, you’re well-positioned to teach Business English—a growing niche with strong demand globally. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

1. Enhance Your Qualifications (If needed)

Even if you’re already certified, consider iTTi’s specialized certification in Business English. This can help you:

Learn how to tailor lessons for professionals.

Understand corporate communication needs.

Stand out to employers.

Our platforms www.internationalenglishteaching.com offer teaching business courses.

2. Tailor Your Resume (If needed)

Highlight:

Any business-related experience (even if not teaching-related).

Your TEFL/TESOL certification and any Business English specialization.

Skills like presentation, negotiation, or cross-cultural communication.

3. Choose Your Work Style

You can either:

Work for a company: Many language schools and online platforms hire Business English teachers. Berlitz or Inlingua are just two examples of worldwide schools that not only teach general English but also business English.

Go freelance: Set your own rates and schedule, and work with clients directly.

We support teachers with their own professional platform on which they can teach business English courses. The platform will be in your desired school name. Find out more by calling or writing to us.

4. Find Job Opportunities

Here are some ways to find jobs:

Online platforms: Sites like Preply, iTalki, and Cambly often have Business English learners.

Job boards: Check TEFL.com, ESL Cafe, and LinkedIn.

Corporate training companies: Look for firms that provide language training to businesses.

Freelance marketplaces: Upwork and Fiverr can be good for finding private clients.

5. Build an Online Presence

Create a LinkedIn profile focused on Business English.

Consider a website or portfolio showcasing your services, testimonials, and credentials.

Join Facebook groups or forums for Business English teachers and learners.

Would you like help crafting a Business English-focused resume or setting up a LinkedIn profile? iTTi can help you with that. Just contact us.

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