MEET THE ITA STAFF

Karen Duncan | Online TEFL Course Instructor

Karen Duncan

What's your role at International TEFL Academy?

I have taught the Online TEFL Certification Course since January 2016.

What is your educational background?

  • Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, Colorado- Master of Arts, TESL/TEFL (Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language), May 2010

  • Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas- Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, December 2002

  • Minor: Spanish; Endorsement: Teaching English as a Second Language

What is your favorite travel memory?

One of my favorite memories is traveling down from the Great Wall of China via zipline.

What countries have you visited?

Mexico, Belize, Japan, China, Thailand, South Korea, England, Belgium, and Scotland.

What advice do you have for ITA students who want to teach English abroad?

Have an open mind and don’t be afraid to take the first step by yourself!

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Meet The Team

ITA Team

Meet the ITA staff who has lived, traveled, and/or taught abroad and online extensively. We've been in your shoes so you can do it too.

 

Academics

ITA Professors

All of our Course instructors possess advanced degrees (Masters Degrees, PhD's or the equivalent) and at least 10 years of teaching & training experience. 

 

Admissions

ITA Admissions Advisors

Before enrolling in a course, all students are provided with one-on-one pre-enrollment advice from expert advisors to determine how they can realistically achieve their goals of working as professional English teachers abroad & online.

 

Student Affairs

ITA Student Affairs Advisors

Following enrollment, students receive lifetime job search guidance through the Student Affairs Department to assist them in navigating the international job market, gaining employment, and preparing to travel and live abroad.