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A podcast about the world of online education. I've created this podcast as a way to share stories & learn from people who are using today's technology to teach things online. Some of my guests are like me, teaching English to students in China with companies like VIPKid, some create educational…

Michael Venn

  • Jun 22, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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Latest episodes from Extra Credit with Teacher Michael

5 Tips For NEW Outschool Teachers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 23:07


If you're like me and just getting started teaching on Outschool these tips are for you! Today I will talk about some of the things I wish I had known before I listed my first Outschool class. Topics include:- getting started- types of classes you can offer- getting comfortable with Zoom- listing your first class APPLY to Outschool:https://outschool.com/teach?signup=true&usid=pYl8KP6Q&utm_campaign=share_invite_link&teacherReferral=true What Should I Teach on Outschool?https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/what-should-i-teach-on-outschool/id1309315159?i=1000476445382 What Should I Teach on Outschool? (listen on YouTube):Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ My Website:https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/ 

Teachers and Students with ADD

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 29:52


Today I sit down with teacher Kasie to talk about teaching with VIPKid, going through Nancy Taylor's "Beyond Teaching ESL Online" course, and what's it's like being an ADD teacher and teaching students with ADD. Kasie's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOERWqnar_jNrZZjdiek__g Kasie on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/teachingadventures_vipkid/ Connect with Michael online:https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/ 

What Should I Teach on Outschool?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 20:28


Have you recently started working for a company that requires you to create your own curriculum? If you have and you're having difficulty deciding what you should teach then this is the episode for you!  Today we're going to do a little brainstorming session to help you pinpoint what type of class or classes you can offer.   If you don't already know, Outschool  gives teachers the freedom to offer whatever classes they want in their area of interest. Classes can be in traditional subjects like Math, Science, or English but they can also be more non-traditional such as baking, photography or how to start a YouTube channel.  This is great for so many teachers because it gives you a ton of flexibility in what you can offer but it can be a little overwhelming if you're used to teaching someone else's curriculum.  In this brainstorming session we're going to answer three questions to help you decide what to teach on Outschool (or a similar platform).  The questions are:What do you love doing?What are you good at?What will parents pay for? I'm going to provide some examples of classes that do and do not fit into this framework with the ultimate goal of helping you decide what to teach.  if you'd like to learn more about Outschool or if you'd like to create an account using my referral link, here it is: APPLY TO OUTSCHOOL:https://outschool.com/teach?signup=true&usid=pYl8KP6Q&utm_campaign=share_invite_link&teacherReferral=true Thanks for listening! 

Teaching Music on Outschool

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 29:03


Today's conversation is with Allen, a brick and mortar music teacher who recently took his talents to Outschool. In this episode Allen talks about his journey into the world of online teaching and what it's like teaching music on Outschool. He covers the ups, the downs, and everything in between.  Apply to Outschool:Become An Outschool Teacher Teacher Michael's Website (and video editing):www.teachermichaelonline.com Teacher Michael on Instagram:@teacher__michael Allen on Instagram:@vipkid_allenpw

Outschool | Everything You Need to Know to Get Started

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 31:39


This episode of the Extra Credit podcast will cover everything you need to know to get hired, build a course and start teaching with Outschool! Here are the main bullet points: no degree or teaching certificate required teach your passion (aka whatever you want) set your own schedule set your own price set the age range of your students set your own class size work from home (or anywhere) Apply to Outschool: https://outschool.com/teach?signup=true&usid=pYl8KP6Q&utm_campaign=share_invite_link&teacherReferral=true ========== INTRO VIDEO EDITING SERVICE: Teacher Michael's Website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/hire-me ========== CONNECT on INSTAGRAM: Teacher Brooke: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__brooke/ Teacher Michael: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Online Teacher Dude | Travel, Business & YouTube

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 28:23


Today I speak with Tim aka the Online Teacher Dude. We cover topics related to life as a traveling teacher, diversifying your online teaching business, and creating for YouTube. You can find Tim by searching "Online Teacher Dude" on all the socials. Online Teacher Dude: https://onlineteacherdude.com/ Online Teacher Dude on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZJQ-jmkoGzbtpaHkC130xQ Online Teacher Dude on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlineteacherdude/ ========== Teacher Michael Online: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/ Teacher Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn Teacher Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Trials and Triumphs of Online Teaching (Pt. 2)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 30:24


I turned to the teachers on Instagram and asked them to send in voice memos answering two questions: What is the biggest challenge you're facing as an online teacher? What is the most satisfying part of the job? https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ If you'd like to follow the teachers from this week and next week's episode you can find them on Instagram: @_alexa_amazon @kefleming06 @melissa.a.odira @teacher.amanda_ @adventurewithhaley @moteacherjade @teacher.regi @aligatorfrits @virtualteacherashley @vipkid_ms.mona @rxscholar

Why I Started Teaching for GoGoKid

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 10:49


I recorded this episode at the beginning of March and for a number of different reasons I forgot about it until now. It seems more relevant today than it did at the time I recorded it and think it's worth a listen. If you've been thinking about adding a second company to your teaching rotation perhaps you'll be able to relate to this episode. Find out more about GoGoKid on my website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/

Trials and Triumphs of Online Teaching

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 14:25


I turned to the teachers on Instagram and asked them to send in voice memos answering two questions: What is the biggest challenge you're facing as an online teacher? What is the most satisfying part of the job? https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ If you'd like to follow the teachers from this week and next week's episode you can find them on Instagram: @_alexa_amazon @kefleming06 @melissa.a.odira @teacher.amanda_ @adventurewithhaley @moteacherjade @teacher.regi @aligatorfrits @virtualteacherashley @vipkid_ms.mona @rxscholar

Teaching Adults (and kids) on Cambly

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 32:36


Have you ever dreamed about teaching online students during regular business hours? In today's episode Melissa sits down to chat about what it's like teaching both adults and kids on Cambly...without having to wake up at stupid o'clock. We also made some time to chat about selling digital products on Teachers Pay Teachers. Melissa's store on Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Melissas-Online-Teaching-Resources Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissateachesonline/ Apply to Cambly: https://www.cambly.com/en/tutors?referralCode=michael3709 My Website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/

The Ethics of Referring (during a global pandemic) | VIPKid, GoGoKid, etc.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 30:47


Today I sit down with my best friend Josh to discuss the best approach to referring new teachers during a global pandemic. Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn

Working for 2 Online ESL Companies | Q & A (2/2)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 14:35


In addition to teaching with VIPKid I recently started teaching with GoGoKid as well and today I'm going to answer some questions about why I made that decision. ========== Questions from this episode: How has your teaching style changed at GoGoKid, if at all? Have you had to prepare additional props for GGK or is the material similar enough that you don't have to? Is it worth the headache to add a second company? What have you done about the dress code and branding in the classroom? Can you book the 9 & 9:30 pm (BJT) time slots with GoGoKid? ========== Apply to VIPKid: https://www.vipkid.com/mkt/landing/personal?referralToken=97eedee5f579c3a143b9e9e1923d368b&refereeId=3293643 My VIPKid Referral code (if you've already applied): MICHA0029 Apply to GoGokid: https://teacher.gogokid.com/?channelId=344&referralId=HNCNCCQPUX2 My GGK Referral code (if you've already applied): HNCNCCQPUX2 ========== TESOL Certificate for $19: https://offers.internationalopenacademy.com/teacher__michael/course/tesol-course *this is an affiliate link ========== My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ My Website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/ My E-Mail: email.teacher.michael@gmail.com ==========

Working for 2 Online ESL Companies | Q & A (1/2)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 14:10


I recently started teaching with GoGoKid as well as VIPKid and today I'm going to answer some questions about why I made that decision. ========== Questions from this episode: Were you not getting enough VIPKid bookings? Is that why you added GoGoKid? What are the GoGoKid hours like? Is it worth getting a TESOL certificate? How have your GoGoKid booking been in the 1st month? Do you think it's fair for companies to have a clause in the contract saying that you can't teach for a competing company? ========== Apply to VIPKid: https://www.vipkid.com/mkt/landing/personal?referralToken=97eedee5f579c3a143b9e9e1923d368b&refereeId=3293643 My VIPKid Referral code (if you've already applied): MICHA0029 Apply to GoGokid: https://teacher.gogokid.com/?channelId=344&referralId=HNCNCCQPUX2 My GGK Referral code (if you've already applied): HNCNCCQPUX2 ========== TESOL Certificate for $19: https://offers.internationalopenacademy.com/teacher__michael/course/tesol-course *this is an affiliate link ========== My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ My Website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/ My E-Mail: email.teacher.michael@gmail.com ==========

What's Next for the Extra Credit Podcast?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 4:35


The Extra Credit podcast is back after a little break. In this episode I'll talk about the plans for the podcast during 2020. Apply to GoGoKid: https://teacher.gogokid.com/?channelId=344&referralId=HNCNCCQPUX2 ========== Apply to VIPKid: https://www.vipkid.com/mkt/landing/personal?referralToken=97eedee5f579c3a143b9e9e1923d368b&refereeId=3293643 ========== Teacher Michael's Website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/ ========== My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn ==========

An Interview with The At Home Educator | @theathomeeducator

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 31:32


In this episode I speak with VIPKid teacher Brittany; host of The At Home Educator podcast. To find Brittany and her podcast online, visit: Brittany's Website: https://www.athomeeducatorpodcast.com/ Brittany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theathomeeducator/ Michael on Instagram: stagram.com/teacher__michael Michael's Website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/

Actor Life and Teaching ESL Online | @vip_kristen

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2019 39:45


Today I speak with VIPKid teacher and musical theatre performer Kristen. If you're a performer of any type or interested in a performers approach to teaching ESL online, this is the episode for you. Kristen's VIPKid YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/PennywisePerformers Kristen's Personal YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1SkD1v14BD50cePTi51Vg Kristen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vip_kristen/ Teacher Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn Teacher Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

Yoga & VIPKid | @thevipkidyogateacher

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 35:28


Join me and the VIPKid Yoga Teacher as we talk about health, wellness, and of course teaching ESL online. Heather on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevipkidyogateacher/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Teacher Michael Online: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/

Teach. Travel. Repeat. | @dino.vipkid

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 34:19


I love teaching and I love travel which is why I was so excited to sit down and have a chat with VIPKid Teacher Kimberly. She and her husband spent 13 months travelling the world and teaching along the way. If you've ever dreamed about doing something like that you're gonna want to hear this episode! Kimberly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dino.vipkid/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

A Retiree's Guide to Teaching ESL Online | @vipkid_ms.mona

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 42:04


Today I chat with Mona, a retired librarian turned VIPKid teacher. In this episode Mona shares the story of how she got into the world of online teaching, what she loves most about teaching kids in China, and offers some advice for any teachers who are considering teaching ESL online in their retirement years. Mona on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid_ms.mona/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

29. Nancy Taylor's Guide to VIPKid & Personal Branding

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2019 40:18


Join me and VIPKid veteran Nancy Taylor as we talk about YouTube, building a personal brand online, using your knowledge and skillset to serve others, and so much more! ... Nancy's Website: https://www.heynancytaylor.com/ Nancy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nancytaylor Nancy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heynancytaylor/ ... Michael's Website: https://www.teachermichaelonline.com/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

VIPKid Journey Las Vegas ReCap : Season 1 Finale

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 23:57


Season 2 of Extra Credit will return in the Fall of 2019. Until then, please enjoy my recap of the VIPKid Journey conference in Las Vegas. Zak Dychtwald's TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myChmWNbBQc Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael's Website: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

28. A 5-Star Conversation with VIPKid Teacher Kaley | @teacherkaley

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 38:23


VIPKid Teacher Kaley stops by today to talk about some of her favourite reward systems, what it's like teaching as a stay-at-home mom, 5 Apple Chats and so much more!! Kaley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacherkaley/ 5 Apple Chat hashtag: #fiveapplechats Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

27. What to Expect When You're Expecting Your 1st Student | @ESLTeacherMichelle

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2019 27:11


Michelle has yet to teach her 1st online student so I thought it would be nice to sit down with her and ask about her mindset as she begins this new adventure as an online teacher. Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ESLTeachermichelle/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

26. From FSU Circus Performer to Meeting the CEO of VIPKid w Teacher Erin | @vipkid.teacher.erin

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 41:05


Teacher Erin is a YouTuber, online ESL teacher, Facebook group moderator, and one of VIPKid's top 5 referring teachers. She is an inspiration to so many in the online teaching community and today we sat down to talk about how she went from being an FSU circus performer to meeting the CEO of VIPKid. Erin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LHQKNiQ8_BQEFsP-RpBnw Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teacher.erin/ Erin's Website: https://www.myvipkidjourney.com/ Erin's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vipkidQA/

25. A 5-Apple Chat with Teacher Mandy | @teachingpineapple

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 32:57


Today I sat down for a great chat with veteran VIPKid Teacher Mandy. Mandy spoke about her experience as an online teacher, getting involved with the VIPKid community through her 5-Apple Chats, as well as her upcoming trip to China. Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingpineapple/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

24. An Actor Prepares...to Teach ESL with Teacher Garry | @garrymanasco

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 38:22


Garry is an actor, voice coach, university professor, and online ESL teacher with VIPKid. Today he sits down with us to chat about how he balances his life as an actor with his teacher life. If you're an actor or just looking to gain some insight into how an actor prepares to teach ESL online, this is the episode for you!! Garry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrymanasco Michael on Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

23. Life as a Legally Blind VIPKid Teacher w Melissa | @vipkid.teachermelissa

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 36:21


Melissa is a work-from-home mother of two who just signed her second VIPKid contract. She has a very unique story to share, one that I think will motivate anyone who has been finding the world of online teaching difficult, overwhelming, or in any way intimidating. It was such a pleasure to speak with Melissa and I hope you enjoy our conversation. Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teachermelissa/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

22. Advice For NEW VIPKid Teachers | @teacher__michael

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 16:52


I'm baaaaack!! And today's episode is for NEW VIPKid teachers. I'm going to share a few things I wish I knew in my first few months as an online teacher and we're also going to hear from fellow Brand Ambassador Jennifer as well as Teacher John. Jennifer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSC5B1t0w0-eYSWwVKaTALA John on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/pastorjmartinlbc ME on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn ========== The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

21. Travel, Learn, Love & Serve with Teacher Wally | @thewallacereboot

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 34:57


In 2017 Wally, his wife and their 5 children sold everything and began a travel adventure some people only ever dream about. Wally joins me today to share some travel stories from the 24 countries (and counting) he's visited with his family and talk about how teaching with VIPKid fits into his nomadic lifestyle. The Wallace Family on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewallacereboot/ The Wallace Family on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfc--ud7mZ-8nGIeQqrGgyA The Wallace Family Website: http://thewallacereboot.com/meet-the-wallaces/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

20. A Chat with VIPKid Superstar Teacher Angela | @thevipkidcoach

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2019 33:37


Today I chat with Angela about VIPKid, referring new teachers, travelling to China, meeting Cindy Mi and much more! Angela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevipkidcoach/ Angela on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyxPTj56MjH3RA4ACSdO5iQ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

19. Side Hustles for Teachers with Stacey Ogden | @sidehustleteachers

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 39:17


Stacey sits down to chat about the best side hustles for teachers! Some of them are teacher-related but some are not. A great episode for anyone interested in building a little income on the side of their main gig. Side Hustle Teachers: https://side-hustle-teachers.com/meet-stacey/ Stacey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleteachers/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

18. VIPKid Journey Conference with Teacher Devin | @vipkidguy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2019 31:40


Devin and I had a great chat about his experience at the VIPKid Journey Conference in Chicago, what he learned in Nancy Taylor's workshop, and why new teachers should be thinking about "failing forward" instead of just failing. Devin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidguy/ Devin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VIPkidGuy/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

17. Meeting Cindy Mi at Journey & Diversity within VIPKid w/ Teacher Sarah | @instateachersarah

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2019 40:43


Teacher Sarah stops by to chat about the VIPKid Journey conference, meeting CEO Cindy Mi, and the supportive nature of the VIPKid Teachers of Color Facebook group! Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instateachersarah/ Sarah's Website: https://heynewteacher.com/ VIPKid Teachers of Color FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vipkidteachersofcolor/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

16. Online Teacher Bookclub, Podcasts & more w/ Teacher Megan | @montanaonlineteacher

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2019 33:19


VIPKid Teacher Megan stops by to chat about her online teacher bookclub, podcasts, balancing her teacher duties with at home farm-life and much more! Megan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/montanaonlineteacher/ Find the Online Teacher Bookclub by searching the hashtag on Instagram: #onlineteacherbookclub Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

15. Q&A with Teacher Michael | @teacher__michael

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2019 34:17


Today is my first solo episode since re-launching the Extra Credit podcast! Thank you for everyone who submitted questions through Instagram for this episode, I couldn't have done it without you! Some of the questions I answered: Do you consider yourself a teacher or entertainer first? Do you have any days where you don't feel like teaching? How do you stay motivated? How can someone start to build their referral business? The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/ Teacher Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Teacher Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn

14. Jennifer Anderson - VIPKid Brand Ambassador & Beijing Trip Winner (2019) | @vipkidjennifer

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2019 41:26


Teacher Jennifer - aka the 2D Prop Queen - has been impacting the VIPKid community online for quite some time and I was thrilled to get a chance to talk with her at length about all things VIPKid! Todays episode covers Jennifer's recent trip to China, how she grew her YouTube channel to 10k subscribers, and how it feels to be voted a VIPKid top community contributor. ========== Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidjennifer/ Jennifer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSC5B1t0w0-eYSWwVKaTALA Jennifer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1940748576136899/ ========== Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/ ========== Thanks for listening!!!

13. Engaging with Repeat Students w/ Teacher Jennifer | @teacher_jennifer_svk

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 31:09


I'm speaking with long-time VIPKid teacher Jennifer today. We cover a range of topics including how to keep things fresh and engaging for your regular students. Thanks for listening! Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher_jennifer_svk/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ The VIPKid Cheatsheet: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

12. Travel & Teaching with VIPKid Teacher Becca | @teacher.becca

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2019 27:56


Becca is a Canadian VIPKid teacher who has been living and working in the UK for the past while. Today we talk all about how to make your teaching and travel dreams come true! Becca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher.becca/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ THE VIPKID CHEATSHEET: https://www.vipkidcheatsheet.com/

11. Finding Balance and Keeping Things Fresh in the VIPKid Classroom w Teacher Anna | @teacher.anna.here

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2019 34:40


Anna is a veteran VIPKid teacher and has a lot to share about her journey into the world of teaching ESL online. In today's episode we talk a lot about balance, both balancing VIPKid teaching with family life and also balancing multiple ESL platforms (gogokid & VIPKid). Find Anna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher.anna.here/ Find Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

10. 5-apple Reviews & VIPKid Pilot Programs w/ Teacher Lisa | @vipkidlisa

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2019 36:39


Lisa has been teaching online for over a year and in that short time has managed to earn herself more than 600 5-apple reviews! Not bad!! In this interview she talks about her involvement with some of VIPKid's pilot programs, including the rural education project, as well as how she's managed to keep such a clean record when it comes to reviews. Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidlisa/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

9. Interview with NEW VIPKid Teacher Stephanie (12 days and counting!) | @vipkid.teacher.steph

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2019 29:18


Stephanie has been teaching with VIPKid for just 12 days!!! In this interview she talks about the interview process, feeling nervous before class, where to get VIPKid help online and much more! Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teacher.steph/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ ========================================== Teachers Stephanie mentioned in this episode: Teacher Erin: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.teacher.erin/ Teacher Jennifer: https://www.instagram.com/vipkidjennifer/

8. Teaching Music on Skype with Chris Wong | @fpchriswong

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2019 38:49


Chris Wong is a touring musician, online music teacher, and all around good guy! In today's episode he shares how he got started as an online music teacher, how he gets clients, and how to use social media without being "spammy". Christopher Wong Website: https://www.christopherwongmusic.com/ Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpchriswong/ Teacher Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ ======================================== Music resources mentioned in this episode: Music Theory: https://www.musictheory.net/products/lessons Scott's Bass Lessons: https://www.youtube.com/user/devinebass Marty Music (Guitar): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmnlTWVJysjWPFiZhQ5uudg Drumeo (Drums): https://www.youtube.com/user/freedrumlessons

7. Being a Bully in the Classroom and Teaching from 1-7am with Teacher Edison | @kraussbier

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2018 37:20


Edison grew up moving back and forth between America and Mexico which resulted in him speaking two languages fluently. In this episode he shares some of his thoughts on being a bilingual English teacher as well as his approach to teaching with VIPKid. Edison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kraussbier/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

6. Travel, Spain and Real Talk w/ Teacher Kathryn | @teachinglachance

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2018 32:30


Kathryn is a high school Spanish teacher and teaches with VIPKid as a side gig. In this episode Kathryn talks to us about how online teaching has influenced how she teaches in her B&M classroom. She also shares a little travel story which involves Spain, a last minute flight, and a few missed classes. Thanks for listening! Kathryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachinglachance/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

5. Hosting Events, TPT, and Lingobus Chat w/ Teacher Lauren | @vipkid_teacher_lauren_pitts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2018 38:28


In this episode Lauren talks to us about hosting her first in-person event for VIPKid teachers, making classroom resources and selling them on Teachers Pay Teachers, as well as what she learned being on the parent side of a Lingobus class. Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid_teacher_lauren_pitts/ Lauren's Headbandz Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7i64GjXKHWE Michael on Instagram: https://instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn

4. Keeping Things Flexible w/ Teacher Janice | @cookfamilyresources

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2018 36:43


In this episode Janice talks about working with multiple online ESL companies (Magic Ears, gogokid, VIPKid), how she manages her scheduling, and not putting all her eggs in one basket. As a former brick & mortar teacher of 12 years, Janice always liked the idea of working from home but never thought it would be possible as the director of an 85 piece band. Thankfully, she found the world of online teaching which has changed the course of her work, life, and the balance she strikes between the two. Janice on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cookfamilyresources/ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

3. gogokid vs. VIPKid w/ Teacher Olivia | @vipkid.olivia

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2018 29:52


Olivia is a teacher with both gogokid and VIPKid. In this episode she talks about some of the similarities and differences between the two companies. She also talks about keeping it simple in the classroom and connecting with shy students. Olivia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vipkid.olivia/ Olivia on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqhXkeCBZdPfUtNJTPuftLQ Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ Michael on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn

BONUS POD #2 | Advice for NEW VIPKid Teachers

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2018 12:04


Today's bonus pod episode features VIPKid teachers Jennifer and John. They are both veteran online teachers and they both have some very useful tips to share with you if you are just starting your online teaching journey...heck even if you've been teaching online for a while I'm sure you could learn a thing or two from Jennifer & John. Watch the VIDEO from todays' episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdAdq_b8WuA Find JENNIFER on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSC5B1t0w0-eYSWwVKaTALA/videos Find JOHN on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSKfzH7MUxg Find Teacher MICHAEL on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn

2. Evolution of Online Education w/ VIPKid Teacher Sam | @vipkid.sam

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2018 29:24


VIPKid Teacher Sam has been involved in the world of online education for many years, well before teaching English to kids in China was "mainstream". In this episode she shares some of her insights on how online education has evolved and improved over the years. She also talk to us about what it's like teaching from her timezone (Mountain Time). *SPOILER: it's early! Teacher Sam on Instagram: www.instagram.com/vipkid.sam/ Teacher Michael on Instagram: www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/

BONUS POD #1 | Q&A with Teacher Michael

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 11:12


This is the audio files from my first VIPKid Q&A video. I talk about how I found out about online teaching, my experience teaching in Korea, what I eat for breakfast and MORE! ========== Find me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/teacher__michael Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/michaelvenn APPLY to VIPKid using my referral code: MICHA0029

1. VIPKid Teacher Nikki | @nikkismith9614 (IG)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2018 31:29


In this episode I talked to Nikki about how she heard about VIPKid, balancing teaching and family life, and also a few tips for how to keep the attention of students in an online class environment. Connect with Nikki on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkismith9614/ Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher__michael/ My VIPKid Referral Code: MICHA0029

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