{"id":5647,"date":"2019-12-06T09:00:34","date_gmt":"2019-12-06T09:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/?p=5647"},"modified":"2026-03-16T14:06:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T20:06:39","slug":"bridge-grad-teaching-business-english-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bridge.edu\/tefl\/blog\/bridge-grad-teaching-business-english-italy\/","title":{"rendered":"Bridge Grad, Jennifer, Teaching Business English in Rome, Italy"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Jennifer, from Chicago, had a passion for teaching before pursuing her MBA and becoming an operations specialist. Her combined interests in education and the corporate world and eventually led her to switch careers and become a Business English teacher at The Language Grid<\/a> in Rome, Italy, where she’s been teaching abroad for the past two years (and living for four).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jennifer, with Language Grid teachers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What made you want to teach Business English?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prior to studying business, teaching had been my passion. Teaching working professionals English has given me the best of both worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why did you choose to get TEFL certified and how did you choose the 120-hour Bridge Master Certificate<\/a> course?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I chose to get my TEFL certificate because I wanted to gain the knowledge and skills to be successful in teaching English as a second language. I choose the Bridge Master Certificate because I felt it covered the subjects and skills that would be important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Jennifer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Jennifer, enjoying the outdoors in her off time<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How did you find your job? Did you have to apply for a visa?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I found my job with The Language Grid<\/a> in a classified ad in an English speaking publication. I am fortunate to be a dual citizen and did not require a visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can you tell us more about your job there? What kind of school is The Language Grid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Language Grid (TLG) is an innovative training company that offers English language programs specifically for business and finance professionals. It operates with a blended approach to learning \u2013  the courses combine face-to-face instruction (either in person or via video call) from qualified native English speakers with interactive content on a cutting-edge digital learning platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Outside of the Language Grid office in Milan, Italy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A classroom at The Language Grid, Rome<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The methodology focuses on the practical English skills required to communicate effectively in cross-border business, rather than grammar and theory. Everything is orientated around helping individuals and businesses achieve the goals that matter. TLG operates in Milan, Rome, and Turin, but also has a team of trainers that work remotely elsewhere in Italy and Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn about earning Specialized TEFL\/TESOL Certification in Teaching Business English.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s a typical workday like for you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students are working professionals. The primary part of my job is conducting video lessons. I have the pleasure to work from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did your BridgeTEFL course prepare you to teach? If so, in what ways?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The  120-hour BridgeTEFL online course<\/a> and my instructor were very helpful. I learned great methods and theory that have allowed me to be an excellent teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Jennifer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How has your experience in Rome been outside of class?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rome is a beautiful city and I have enjoyed living here very much. There is a large international community that has made me feel welcome and at home. I have been traveling and taking advantage of being in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What recommendation do you have for someone who wants to teach in Italy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I would recommend learning about the different schools and the opportunities that they offer.  I have discovered that The Language Grid<\/a> is one of the best. In addition, Rome is a big city so location can be key.  With The Language Grid, I have very little travel involved and there are no extensive lesson preparations or administrative tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Jennifer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What do you think you\u2019ll do next?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the moment, I am happy teaching with The Language Grid and do not have any plans on leaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is there anything else you\u2019d like to share about your experience as a teacher at The Language Grid in Italy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Language Grid is a great place to teach. They offer great benefits, teacher enrichment, and a great team environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Read an interview with Joseph, another business English teacher in Italy, who lives in Parma.<\/a><\/em><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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