The current discussion of translanguaging in English Language Teaching (ELT) in Indonesia has emerged because teachers communicate in languages such as Bahasa Indonesia, English, Banjarese, Javanese, etc. This study focused on how English teachers at SMP GIBS Barito Kuala determine their preferences for translanguaging practices in the classroom, particularly concerning different types of translanguaging practices in ELT classrooms.  Yet, several previous studies lack to identify the translanguaging in detail, and the setting is on a higher educational level. Also, few studies have explored specific translanguaging types applied by teachers in junior high school.

This study applied a descriptive qualitative method. Five observations were conducted in three different classes using video recordings for documentations. After observations from three classes were recorded using a video recorder, the data was transcribed and analyzed using observation sheet. Additionally, a semi-structured interview was conducted with an English teacher. The interview results were utilized to support the observational findings.

This study found that English teacher at SMP GIBS Barito Kuala predominantly utilize English 90% and 10% in other languages based on the school obligation. This study also revealed that there were two types of translanguaging found during observations and interview. Insertion translanguaging and congruent lexicalization translanguaging were found. These practices are commonly employed by the teacher for checking students' understanding and expressing commands, respectively. However, other types of translanguaging, such as subtractive translanguaging and dynamic translanguaging, are used less frequently. Future researchers are suggested to explore subtractive and dynamic translanguaging practices and developed translanguaging practices for both high-achieving and low-achieving students. By addressing these areas,  translanguaging practices could be effectively implemented to enhance language learning in the classrooms.