• We grow through creativity, invention and innovation
• We believe in treating our customers with respect and faith
• We integrate honesty, integrity and business ethics into all aspects of our business functioning

• To procure people of integrity, quality and competence
• To promote international exchange between the Caribbean and the World
• To create a solid and mutually beneficial partnership with our clients and sponsors

• Regional expansion in the TEFL industry, Corporate Training and to develop a strong base of key customers.
• Increase the assets and investments of the company to support the development of services.
• To build good reputation in the field of TEFL and corporate consulting and become a key player in the industry.

Happy Teachers is an online education and skills development company, delivering products and courses to improve global opportunities for students with English communication training and job-specific skills training.

We train English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers and provide language services to our local and international clients. We also work with staff travelling to new markets and companies with cross -border and culturally diverse teams.

Our goal is to create realistic expectations about the experience of working abroad or in a culturally diverse environment and we strive to help clients to build productive, harmonious working relationships between members of cross-cultural teams. Our briefings are tailored to the seniority, role, gender and interests of each participant.

We focus on private and professional etiquette, cultural differences, religious considerations, political subtleties, racial and sexual mores. We also address the wider economic and regulatory contexts of each culture. Our platform is the happy place that our learners go to escape the troubles of their world.

Our inspiration comes from the song ‘Happy’ by Pharrell Williams. Like him we believe that “happiness is our truth”. This kind of global interaction excites us the most! We invite you to join us, and come share your culture and experiences with our clients.

Mrs. Venice Irving is CEO of Happy Teachers and a highly sought-after international speaker. She has 20 years’ experience in English Language Teaching both online and in the classroom. This includes 10 years’ experience in training teachers in Cross-Cultural Communication and Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). She has worked and lived in Taiwan and has done research in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean.

She has 5 years’ experience creating online courses and she has also spent 10 years lecturing courses at the University level. Her passion to educate students in Cultural Affairs and Language Acquisition led her to start Happy Teachers, a Cross-cultural Communications firm that specializes in Language and Global Skills Acquisition.

She hosts an annual TESOL Conference & Expo in Jamaica that brings together hundreds of professionals from the Caribbean for professional development. She also founded a Facebook group, Happy Teachers Online Club, that supports and educates over 1000 Caribbean Teachers.

Her research interests include:

• Teaching English in Multinational teams
• Online Language Acquisition
• Critical Analytical and Communication Skills for Managers
• Teaching English for Sustainable Development in Jamaica.

In 2014, Happy Teachers began offering the BridgeTEFL Online Certificate courses to trainee and practicing teachers. To date, over 300 teachers have taken the course online representing countries from Jamaica, Trinidad, Guyana, South Africa, Cuba and the USA. In 2019, she became an approved Teacher Trainer for the BridgeTEFL programs, delivering the classroom-based Bridge IDELT (International Diploma in English Language Teaching) and Master TEFL Certificates to practicing teachers. She designs and delivers the Cross-Cultural Certification Course which is aimed at practicing teachers who wish to understand and leverage the impact of cross-cultural communication in the classroom.

In 2020, she founded the Caribbean TESOL Institute. It is an independent educational organization dedicated to providing high quality, accessible English language instruction for English language learners and professional development for teachers. It offers a full suite of EFL certificates and some local teaching certificates. Services include English and Foreign language instruction, teacher training, job placement services, and consulting.

She currently sits on the Board of Trustees at Proven Wealth Ltd. She is a recipient of the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program and is a participating member of the Cherie Blair Foundation Mentoring Program. In her free time, she mentors young women whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDS at Eve for Life.

She is married and has one son.

Mrs. Venice Irving is CEO of Happy Teachers and Principal Director of Caribbean TESOL Institute. She has 20 years’ experience in English Language Teaching both online and in the classroom. This includes 10 years’ experience in training teachers in Cross-Cultural Communication and Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). She has worked and lived in Taiwan and has done research in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. She has 5 years’ experience creating online courses and she has also spent 10 years lecturing courses at the University level.

Her passion to educate students in Cultural Affairs and Language Acquisition led her to start Happy Teachers, a Cross-cultural Communications firm that specializes in Language and Global Skills Acquisition. She hosts an annual TESOL Conference & Expo in Jamaica that brings together hundreds of professionals from the Caribbean for professional development. She also founded a Facebook group, Happy Teachers Online Club, that supports and educates over 1000 Caribbean Teachers.

Her research interests include:

• Teaching English in Multinational teams
• Online Language Acquisition
• Critical Analytical and Communication Skills for Managers
• Teaching English for Sustainable Development in Jamaica.

Happy Teachers began offering the BridgeTEFL Online Certificate courses to trainee and practicing teachers. To date, over 300 teachers have taken the course online representing countries from Jamaica, Trinidad, Guyana, South Africa, Cuba and the USA. She became an approved Teacher Trainer for the BridgeTEFL programs, delivering the classroom-based Bridge IDELT (International Diploma in English Language Teaching) and Master TEFL Certificates to practicing teachers. She designs and delivers the Cross-Cultural Certification Course which is aimed at practicing teachers who wish to understand and leverage the impact of cross-cultural communication in the classroom. She founded the Caribbean TESOL Institute. It is an independent educational organization dedicated to providing high quality, accessible English language instruction for English language learners and professional development for teachers. It offers a full suite of EFL certificates and some local teaching certificates. Services include English and Foreign language instruction, teacher training, job placement services, and consulting.

1. What is the diff between TESL, TEFL & TESOL?
TEFL, TESL, TESOL are NOT certifications or qualifications, these are terms that refer to where and to whom you are teaching English. These terms are used interchangeably, so it can sometimes be confusing to know what they mean!

• TESL refers to Teaching English as a Second Language: programs in English-speaking countries for students whose first language is other than English.
• TEFL refers to Teaching English as a Foreign Language: programs in countries where English is not the primary language and is not a lingua franca.
• TESOL, which stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, is a general name for the field of teaching that includes both TESL and TEFL.

2. What are the requirements in becoming a teacher with Happy-Teachers?
There is no single degree or certificate program that authorizes an individual to teach ESL/EFL in all fields or in all parts of the world, so the type of credential you need really depends on where in the world you would like to teach, and to whom.

• Teaching online: If your primary goal is to teach English online, generally speaking, the minimum qualification is a bachelor’s degree and a TEFL/TESOL certificate.
• Teaching overseas: If your primary goal is to teach English overseas, you may want to contact the department or ministry of education in the country where you plan to work for more information about that country’s education. Generally speaking, most overseas employers demand that applicants have at least a Bachelor’s degree and some sort of TEFL/TESL/TESOL certification.. Most employers will prioritize the quality of the training you receive so it's better to invest in an accredited program like BridgeTEFL certifications.

3. What are the job opportunities available for me?
There are hundreds of online and overseas teaching jobs available - Online English teachers, Proofreaders, Publishing assistants, Business English teachers, Ghostwriters, etc. The jobs are varied and many so get certified and start applying immediately!

4. Is there an exam before I can be qualified to a certificate?
There is no exam to gain the TEFL certificate. Simply complete all course requirements and you will be awarded a TEFL certificate.

5. How do I know which TEFL/TESL/TESOL training program is right for me?
It’s important to note that not all programs TEFL/TESL/TESOL are created equal, and as there are no international standards for regulating this type of training, it is always wise to do some research before investing in a training program. After consulting with applicants, employers and graduates, we’ve created a list of some questions to consider when selecting your training.

Questions to consider:

• Where in the world do you want to teach? What are the general requirements for English teachers in that country/region?
• Do you want to teach online? Which companies are you planning to work for?
• What are the admission requirements to the program? (This will give you a sense of who the other students will be, and the rigor of the program)
• Who accredits the training program? Programs that are accredited by professional organizations (e.g. TESOL International or ACCET) are evaluated/reviewed annually to ensure standards are maintained.
• Who are the instructors? What are their credentials/qualifications?
• Do potential employers want you to complete a practicum placement or a probation period?
• Is there a minimum # of hours that are required? Do employers have requirements or qualifications required for this period?