How to Set your Rates when Teaching Arabic

How to Set your Rates when Teaching Arabic What Price should you charge when Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language? ChaptersAbout the price of a private lessons5 tips to follow before setting your tariff for an Arabic courseCriteria for determining pricesLatest tips for evaluating the price of your lessonAccording to the latest statistics dating from the end of 2015, the tariff of a modern standard Arabic course is $22 an hour.How to set a price for such a lesson? Are there any modalities to be followed before giving standard Arabic lessons?Are there different rates in each cities?Superprof is going to shed the light on this practice.In the US, the price of a private lesson for school support is around $25 per hour.But this price can change greatly according to several criteria. Between the professor's level of education, the level of the pupil, the number of courses required to master Arabic, the teacher's transportation, this tariff can undergo significant changes.Then, if you decide to go through a tutoring agency or a specialized platform, it is quite possible that prices vary: indeed, certain platforms take a fee for the connecting the student with the teacher.Share your passion for the Arabic language.Similarly, some Arabic teachers offer their first free hour while others charge from the start.Before setting a private Arab class's cost, it is therefore recommended to learn well about the price usually practiced in the profession.To determine the price of a particular Arabic course, we will detail the essential points you need to know, so you will be able to determine the price you can offer to your students.5 tips to follow before setting your tariff for an Arabic courseThe best way to set the tariff for your Arabic course is to evaluate it according to its importance and the solutions that this course can provide.Do a benchmarkIndeed, before deciding on some random price look around you what is practiced.Check in your city, in your neighborhood if there are already such services, what are the methods of learning Arabic and see what rate is requested.Even if you notic e higher rates than the one you want to offer, it is not necessarily the student himself that counts, but the resolution of his problem that you can bring him.Remember one thing: you offer quality content, it's not the packaging that makes it all.Bring out the content of your private lessonDo not hesitate to mention numbers to talk about your lesson.Tell your prospective students or in your announcement about the number of people you have already helped, your different diplomas in relation to the Arabic language, the linguistic stays you have made, etc.Talk about your experienceIn front of the plethora of tutoring ads for foreign languages ??and particularly for courses of so-called rare languages ??such as Arabic, it is important to stand out from your experience.The more accurate you are to talk about your experience, the greater your credibility will be.Do not overdo it, no need to spread out everything you've done. Your experience should enhance your level as an Arabic speaker ( if you are a Native speaker then you are of course experienced), and you as a teacher (if you have already taught private lessons or group classes).Be concise, eloquent and make yourself desirable, so that the student or his parents want to meet you for an interview, before you start Arabic classes.Giving value to your lessonsOften, it is believed that the content is less important than the container or vice versa, but this is not true.To attract new students to you, to make your Arabic classes known, you must treat both the external aspect and the content of your course.Love Arabic language and history.Describe your method in a few points, quickly demonstrate the value of these, evoke useful books to learn Arabic. Show that you'd be giving more than what a student can simply get with a book, â€" learning the Arabic alphabet, vocabulary and giving exercices. You need to show adaptability and stay dynamic. It's not only about knowing the Arabic words: your lesson will about speaking Arabic, it will be alive.Show that you have a logical mind, that you know where you take the students in your teaching of Arabic and much of the way will already be done.Finding the right priceThe idea is to ensure that your course is perceived to be less costly than the value it brings. If you manage to do this, then you will have found the right price.Criteria for determining pricesThere are several reasons for the difference in the price of a private lesson, especially for the teaching of language courses such as Arabic.Your student's level of knowledgeFirst of all, try to determine whether your student is in high school or university: if Arabic is a new language for him or not. Maybe he already know Arabic letters, or has tried to learn Arabic online before,... It's important to get a good idea of what he knows of the Arabic language but also the Arab world and culture. For example, a sutdent who knows the greetings, the Quran, has traveled in the Middle East, but doesn't speak proper Arabic will maybe be a beginner, but not for long, and you should adapt your price to his actual level.Indeed, the difference in methodology as well as the investment in the preparation of private lessons is not at all the same and so, the price of the course of Arabic will suffer the consequences.Do you know you can find tutoring jobs on Superprof?Improve your level in Arabic with relevant courses!You will charge less for a high school student than a university student or an adult.A student who is passing an exam to enter a school or who wants to take a translation exam will need a professor with an advanced level, which is more expensive obviously.You may enjoy this guide to teaching Arabic...The frequency of Arabic coursesYou can offer a single price for your Arabic classes but you can also offer a discounted rate if you want to follow a student over several months.Learning Arabic is not a 1 month long process, it takes several weeks, even several months and years: some st udies estimate an average of 80 weeks to understand, write and read Arabic properly and know how to manage in any situation. And that's with intense classes!The frequency of tuition, the number of hours you will have defined with the student will play on the proposed tariff: even if the scientific courses are more time than an English course, for the Arabic course this can take a lot of time also because of the complexity of the language, its grammar, its spelling.There are not only the theoretical courses to be taken into account but also the exercises and the exercises.It will be necessary to review with the student a notion or several notions.The choice of the materialUsually, a language course pays at the median rate of $24 which is much cheaper than a private computer course at almost $27per hour, a music course at $33 or even a dance lesson at more than $38 euros on average.Nevertheless, even if learning the Arabic language remains less difficult than the Korean, Cantonese, Po lish, Sanskrit or Japanese, it will be difficult to exceed the $23 per hour rate.Take into account the academic level of the pupils if you wish to enroll in a tutoring body that is certified.At each level of study its price for a private Arabic lesson.The prices fluctuate according to the pupil's level: the price of a pupil in elementary school will be between $35 and 37, for the secondary school and high school, it will be between $37 and $45 while it will exceed the $45 of the university level.If you want to reduce the cost for your students, you can offer home classes for small groups, but be aware you need to have students of the same level.Thus, you will be able to adapt your tariff of course of Arabic.The location of your Arabic courseIt is a fact that not all private rates are the same depending on the State in which you live, wether it is North or South, etc.Of course, the fare in New York is higher than in other smaller cities because of the higher cost of life but also the price of public transport.If you have to take a private lesson that takes you up to 30 minutes to 45 minutes to get to, this is a factor to consider when calculating your tariff.Latest tips for evaluating the price of your lessonHere are some recommendations to help you make the right decision regarding pricing of Arabic courses.You must have at least 3 years between your level of education and that of your pupil.Your academic background must be in total coherence with the Arabic language; specify your curriculum in foreign languages for example.Be, if possible, specialized in Arabic literature or Arabic dialect when you offer an Arabic course to graduate student. You need to let your student know if you are going to teach him a dialect different from modern standard Arabic: wether you teach Egyptian Arabic, Moroccan Arabic, or from another Arabic speaking country.The higher the learner's level, the higher the rate will be.If you go through an organization, check that it has good s tudent testimonials and that it will listen to your request. Take all the information you need from this professional: the price he will deduce, information on your payments, contact with students, setting up a profile on the site, etc.Do not forget to consider the cost of transportation unless you go through a tutoring platform which usually includes these fees in the price of the Arabic course (hence a more expensive price for some competitors).If your price is high, show that you have an extra-value, that you know Arabic speaking and can teach the arabic alphabet but also about the Arabic world, culture, or politics. Teach your student the conversational vocabulary but also the less colloquial expressions that will help him to truly speak Arabic with fluency.Now discover this complete guide to becoming a teacher of Arabic!

What solution does online tutoring offer when radical equation and algebra calculators are available online

What solution does online tutoring offer when radical equation and algebra calculators are available online 0SHARESShare There was a time when everyone witnesses the diversities in culture, food, places, etc. Now there are diversities in the process of education. The question is how it happens? Well the answer is just with the help of the brain. For instance, the brainy things like calculators for computing radical equations and algebra are available online. With the calculators online tutoring is also available which helps students with the methods of solving equations. Now that requires brainstorming which eventually helps you r brain to be smart and competitive. And such brainy inventions could be done by you and the next generation then could witness other form of diversities invented. Radical Equations and Algebra Calculators These calculators compute the equation at a go. You just need to enter the values and determine the accurate auto-generated result. This no doubt saves time. Online tutoring Online tutors are readily available for guiding the students. They teach the students with various methods and steps to solve the equations. Learning the various techniques and brainstorming makes the mind sharper and competitive. It may be hard at first for few but with learning it becomes a play. Students can verify their answers with the calculators. This helps them evaluating themselves. And wherever they face the problem, they may take the guidance of the online tutors available. Solving the equations captures one’s brain so beautifully and makes one concentrated. Getting the correct answers is no more agenda while learning is so. And for learning step by step method online tutoring is available. [starbox id=admin]

African Geopolitics

African Geopolitics Understanding Geopolitics in Africa ChaptersGeopolitics in Africa: From Tribalism to Nation StatesResources in Africa that Affect GeopoliticsPolitics and Military in African CountriesLooking at All of the Countries in AfricaWhen one thinks of global powers â€" those movers and shakers that drive global politics, few African nations come to mind.Egypt, certainly; maybe even South Africa, a country that was a founding member of the United Nations and one of the founding members of the African Union.Beyond that, most of the recognition given to African nations is not for remarkable political accomplishments; they are mostly known for ferocious infighting and being abysmally poor.Such an opinion does not do justice to the world’s second largest and second most populated continent (after Asia). With her 54 sovereign states and multiple dependencies, the African continent is much more than tribal clashes, reproductive health concerns and destitution.Today, your Superprof leads the exploration of the so-called Dark Continen t.We’ll examine how this vast region came to be divided up and how the African continent is emerging from traditional tribal rule to take her place on the world stage, one country at a time.New Imperialism, European explorers scrambled to claim overseas territories.Such was the push on the African continent that it has earned an infamous title: the Scramble for Africa.Within just a few years, the entire African continent save for Ethiopia and Liberia was divided between seven western European powers â€" and even those two territories did not remain independent for long.France laid claim to much of northwestern AfricaGermany settled for a few parcels of land scattered across the southern region: Cameroon, Rwanda, Namibia and most of TanzaniaPortugal’s two major plats lay on either side of the peninsula: Angola and MozambiqueSpain reaped comparatively little territory: northern Morocco and Equatorial GuineaBelgium ensconced herself in the middle of the African peninsula, claiming the Congo, a portion of Rwanda and all of BurundiItaly, a relative latecomer to the African pillage, managed to secure Eritrea, Somalia, Libya and EthiopiaThe British Empire secured for herself vast tracts of land in southwestern and northwestern Africa, as well as a few parcels in West Africa abutting French territory.These demarcations are important to Africa’ geopolitics because those colonial borders, drawn by European powers, are for the most part how the borders of today’s African nations are drawn.Besides the goal of laying claim to as much territory as possible, those European powers were interested in the vast plunder of natural resources to be had.Economic and political gains were not the only considerations leading to the colonization of African lands.Religious missionaries, intent on converting the masses, set about educating the native population, steering them away from African languages and installing the various European tongues as official languages.So it came t o be that the languages, cultures and way of life of the African people became subsumed by a barrage of new vernacular, ideas and politics.Naturally, we cannot discuss African history (or world history) without considering the slave trade.For centuries, the people of west Africa had good reason to fear any ship on the horizon; the possibility of being carted away to serve in distant lands was distinct and very real.Later, when Europeans settled in Africa, the African people’s relationship with colonisers was largely predicated on the negative sentiment engendered through those enforced separations.It didn’t help that many colonisers employed slaves on their African plantations.Fortunately, global outcry ended the trading of humans long before the end of the Second World War, when a wave of independence movements fuelled by the African people led to the end of colonialism and the surrender of lands.Discover how European geopolitics impact Africa today...Since then, the countries of Africa have been establishing their own development goals and are finding partnerships in unexpected quarters.Groundwater on the globe's second largest continent is growing ever sparser and more polluted Image by cocoparisienne from PixabayResources in Africa that Affect GeopoliticsAngola, Nigeria, Lybia, Egypt and Algeria are rich in oil. The area formerly known as Katanga, in the Republic of the Congo, is rich in minerals, especially copper.Explore also how rich oil deposits affect Middle East geopolitics...Sierra Leone, Botswana and Angola bring millions of pounds worth of diamonds to the surface every year.Unfortunately, the revenue derived from these mining efforts has caused that area to be known more for its rebel movements than for its wealth; an effect that has so far prevented any African nation from competing in global politics on a large scale.Geopolitics, the study of political relations intrastate and internationally, take into consideration geographical features as well as natural resources of a land; political relations and military power also factor in.We’ll discuss the latter two in a bit; for now, we need to focus on one aspect of African geography that is in crisis: water.We all know that the Saharan desert is a vast field of sand with nary a drop of water on the ground.The Nile, known as the world’s longest river, runs through the eastern part of the Sahara. Other rivers coursing through Africa include the Congo and Zambezi Rivers.Traditionally, the most water-rich areas were located in sub-Saharan Africa: Lake Victoria and Lake Chad. Today, they are both severely depleted due to drought and water diversion.Virtually all fresh water sources on the African continent are in trouble and it is rural Africa that is the most impacted.  Not only is water becoming scarcer but what is available must meet the needs of all African people.To make matters worse, surface water is terribly polluted and there is a severe lack of infrastructure to b ring groundwater to the surface, let alone to make it accessible in sparsely populated, remote areas.The water crisis in Africa is a global concern, leading many foreign governments, such as China, to pour billions of Yuan into such massive engineering projects.Learn all about Asian investment in Africa through our geopolitics in Asia article.The long and the short of the matter is: for all of Africa’s wealth in minerals and other natural resources, she is a parched land slowly dying of thirst.Politics and Military in African CountriesIf we accept a loose definition of ‘military’ as 'a body of armed fighters', then we must include rebel forces, which gives us a broader picture of fighting in African nations.The majority of fighting in Africa is not one country against another but insurgents rising up against the established government of their own country.In some cases, conflicts span several nations.One example of such is the Ugandan conflict that started as a religious upris ing in 1987 and continues still today, with the help of the U.S. military, to capture Joseph Kony and his fanatic followers.The Sudan Civil War presents an example in which the military, a government entity, actually sided with the people to bring down the existing government.Among all of the conflicts in countries of Africa, the tribal clashes are perhaps the most brutal: the Rwandan massacre, mercifully short-lived, stands as a prominent example of such.The prolonged ethnic cleansing in Darfur â€" unfortunately much longer in duration, is another.Sadly, there is so much of such conflict that the average global citizen really only hears of all this bad stuff... much like with geopolitics in Latin America.It is now time to take a look at Africa’s developing regions, and how those growing economies are working together to build a better African continent.This map of Africa shows that the African continent is far bigger than western Europe! Image by Arek Socha from PixabayLooking at All of the Countries in AfricaOn the one hand, the African continent has vast natural resources, including gold, diamonds and oil â€" the world’s three most coveted materials.On the other, development and infrastructure are seriously lacking and many African nations are suffering a crisis of leadership.Did you know that Russia labours under similar geopolitical challenges?Few leaders of African nations have been able to reconcile ethnic factions that have a long history of enmity, let alone deter those who would rise up to claim a larger share of wealth from the lands’ natural resources.The gender gap in earnings and in civil rights is more of a gulf; many rural areas still ascribe to traditional views regarding women.Through this all, foreign powers maintain an interest in the riches of Africa but have shown little interest in African development.Besides civil matters, one of the biggest problems assailing African nation leaders is resource distribution.For instance, all of th e diamond mines are located in southern Africa; how should Zimbabwe share that wealth with, say, Niger â€" one of Africa’s poorest countries, while possibly inciting their immediate neighbours' ire by not sharing with them?And how to manage international affairs when so few people had ever had any large-scale international dealings?Enter the African Union, an organisation of African nation heads of state and, born to foster cooperation between countries and help manage international relations.Headquartered in Addis Ababa, this recently-founded group replaces the older Organisation of African Unity, whose main goal was to oversee the end of colonialism and ensure against any future attempts thereof.This newer union, with 55 member states, is pledged to advance solidarity and cohesion among African nations, to continue with political and social integration throughout the continent and to encourage international cooperation of individual states.Nobody knows the geopolitical realities of African nations better than African leaders.  How they manage the challenges facing them will depend on how well they can work together.Now take a look at geopolitics around the world...

Sophomore Year Checklist to Get Ready for College

Sophomore Year Checklist to Get Ready for College The second year of high school is when many students start thinking more seriously about college. Your teen wont be filling out applications or anything just yet, but its important for you and your teen to stay on track with this sophomore year checklist: Talk about the cost. Its a good idea to begin researching scholarships and the cost of the colleges and universities of interest to your teen and discuss your family budget for college. Start researching college majors. Its not too early for you and your teen to talk about the possibilities. Open the floorwhat subjects does your teen enjoy? What careers sound intriguing? Start researching and visiting colleges. A little online research will help your teen start getting familiar with your states schools and any others on his or her mind that are further away. College fairs are an excellent way to explore as well. The National Association for College Admission Counseling hosts college fairs all over the country, and the guidance counselor is also a good resource for local college fairs or college visit days. Here are this years to-dos that are your teens responsibility: Keep up the grades. If freshman year was a little tumultuous, your teen should consider getting individualized tutoring help. Its important to turn things around quickly because your teens grades do matter in high school. Register for the PreACT. This is essentially a practice ACT test for sophomores. Your teen can contact the guidance counselor to learn more about administration dates and if it is available in your area. Register for the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). Like the PreACT, this is a practice test for sophomoresand juniorsand it is also is the qualifier for National Merit Scholar programs and other scholarships. Your teen should talk with the guidance counselor to get PSAT dates. Take Advanced Placement (AP) classes and exams. Sophomore year is often when more AP classes are available for students. If he or she hasnt done so already, your teen should consult with the guidance counselor about classes and exam dates. Cultivate good relationships with teachers. Your teen might be asking them for recommendation letters in the next year or two, so that sophomore year is a great time to start building those relationships. Stay on top of SAT Subject Tests. Some colleges request/require them to show subject mastery, but many students mistakenly assume they should wait to take them as upperclassmen. Your teen should take them as soon after the corresponding class as possible. The guidance counselor can advise your teen on which, if any, to take. Explore summer learning opportunities. Your teen should use the summer before their junior year to explore career possibilities or do something resume-building and productive. Maybe your teen wants to get involved in community service or start something entrepreneurial. Encourage him or her to get creative. If your teen could use tutoring, SAT or ACT prep, or general guidance on how to be the best high school student possible, call Huntington at 1-800 CAN LEARN. Well share more about our learning and exam prep programs and how to help your teen be successful in high school.

How to Find a Tutor (It Doesnt Have to Be Hard) - Private Tutoring

How to Find a Tutor (It Doesnt Have to Be Hard) BobbiM Jun 9, 2016 When you or your child need a private tutor, it’s sometimes difficult to know what to look for or how to find a tutor that is qualified and can help you get the results you deserve.   What you think might be the right places to start may actually cause you more issues rather than resolving course or exam prep issues. Tips on How to Find Tutors: For example, you might think that one of the best ways to find tutors would be to look for licensed teachers in the subject areas you need assistance with.   Look for teachers with years of experience and a teaching certificate or license and you are sure to find a great tutor right?   Wrong…..If you are a parent looking for a private tutor for your child or a student struggling with a course or test prep, just think of some of your own past teachers.   How good were they at explaining certain subjects to you?   Maybe even the teacher of the course that’s an issue now can’t present or teach the material in a way that students can understand. So just because a teacher has years of experience as a teacher or has a license and certification, doesn’t mean that they are either a good teacher or, even more important in this case, a great tutor.   It means that they’ve passed the required course and tests to become a teacher.   For those that currently teach, it means that they have the skills and experience to teach. A good tutor requires very different skills and abilities for a successful experience and outcome.   Finding a tutor near you that is good means looking for someone with the knowledge and skills as well as the experience of tutoring one on one with a student.   It’s a person that can work well with an individual and has the patience and ability to express and present the subject matter in a way that works for the student.   And every student is different and there are a variety of ways that kids and students learn best.   Successful tutors know this and can guide students to learn and be able to learn well into the future on their own. Another common practice that many of us think of when trying to figure out how to find a tutor is to look at their academic background.   Yes, academic backgrounds, published works and amazing experiences are all important and contribute to the abilities of a person.   However, none of these have any bearing whatsoever on a person’s ability to tutor.   In fact, many of these teachers are so busy with outside projects and studies that their ability to teach let alone tutor can be severely impacted. You Might Also be Interested In: How to Study â€" 25 Study Tips You Need Now If you want to find a tutor in your area, look for a person that has positive and enthusiastic reviews for the subject from prior clients.   That’s the person that can help you succeed and reach yours or your child’s goals academically. Take a few minutes and talk with the tutor to learn more and make sure that there’s a fit and that the tutor has availability that fits with your schedule.   Whether you want to find a math tutor or just looking to find tutors near you for a variety of subjects for your child, it’s important that you consider the important points when making your selection.   Many people ask, why is tutoring so expensive?   By taking these steps to choose a qualified tutor that can be successful in a subject, you won’t have to worry about that! If you know how to find a tutor, it will only take a few sessions before you or your child is back on track and breathing easier!   That’s a lot of money and time saved by choosing the right tutor. Find the Best Private Tutors At Reasonable Rates - Get Real Results Fast! Choose Your Subject - Add Your Zip Code - Find Top Rated Tutors Today InPerson or Online Online InPerson

Minecraft is bringing literary worlds to children - Tutor Hunt Blog

Minecraft is bringing literary worlds to children The game minecraft is bringing literary worlds to children The game minecraft is bringing literary worlds to childrenSchoolsMost parents want their children to read more and play video games less. It would be hard to imagine a parent telling their child `put that book down and play some computer games! Get that novel out of your hands, and replace it with a video game controller. You won`t learn anything by reading War and Peace - you should be playing Pac man!` The prevailing opinion is that reading a novel engages the mind in a way that playing a computer game simply doesn`t. Reading both stimulates and enriches the imagination, as you are drawn into a fantasy world, and become engaged and sympathetic with characters whom you create in your mind as much as the author has created them on the page. There are many who would argue however that video games can be just as immersive as a novel, and they can stimulate the imagination in ways that may even be beyond great literature. For one thing gamers are making decisions that affect the progress of the game - they are involved and reacting to the challenges, engaging reflexively and strategically. While a game like space invaders might not offer much emotional and imaginative engagement, there are role play and exploration type games, that present players with a rich and involved fantasy world. Games like The Legend of Zelda, or the Final Fantasy series immerse the player in a rich and expansive playing area, while providing a detailed narrative which they can become actively involved in. Games like these let the player participate in and influence multiple story lines, with the whole experience couched in cinema-like graphics and sound. Every day thousands of people around the world participate in Minecraft - a so called `sand box video game,` in which players can move around and build structures in a virtual 3D world. Litcraft is a partnership between Lancaster University and Microsoft, which aims at mapping out and building literary spaces from the world of literature in the 3D world of Minecraft. Their first project has been recreating in painstaking and meticulous detail the world of Robert Lewis Stephenson`s Treasure Island. The project is aimed at being more than just a curious rendition of a literary setting in a 3D computer simulation. Professor Sally Bushell, Lead researcher and head of Lancaster University`s English and creative writing department has said the role of Litcraft is to bring literature to more people, calling their project:`An educational model that connects the imaginative spatial experience of reading the text to an immersive experience in the game world.` Speaking about the treasure Island representation in Minecraft, Professor Bushell has expressed the hope that it will bring more people to the book, as well as providing a new dimension to those readers who are already familiar with it. `We hope it will motivate reluctant readers ? we can say, `We`re going to read the book and then at one point, we`ll go play on the ship.` I would have loved it as a kid. It is an empathetic task ? you do what the characters did yourself, so you understand why they act they way they did in the book.` Players of Minecraft are used to literary worlds being rendered on their platform - Westeros, the vast fantasy realm from Game of Thrones has already been created in its entirety; while there may be as many as 1000 accurate renditions of Hogwarts from the Harry Potter books. Feedback from the Treasure Island Minecraft depiction has been positive, with one child declaring that `I like that you get to see the pictures. You don`t have to make them in your head. And I liked the ship, Ben Gunn`s cave and the parrots.` The inherent multi player aspect of Minecraft opens up many interesting didactic possibilities - one example being that individuals can work together to reenact scenes from literature, with each player taking the role of a specific character, and seeing the story from their point of view. Professor Bushell has said that that a future project will be William Golding`s novel Lord of the Flies, and that the multiplayer aspect will develop children`s understanding of the book. `In that case, you want all the kids in there playing out a scenario and asking philosophical questions. We hope they do some reading, then play the game, then do some empathetic writing based on what they did in there.` While many people might balk at the idea of novels being made into video games - perhaps seeing it as a dilution of the art form - it would be worth remembering that there was in the past great opposition to novels being made into films, and that movies of famous works of literature inspire many people to later pick up the book and read it for themselves. 19 months ago0Add a Comment

Discover 5 of the best ESL teaching destinations in Eastern Europe

Discover 5 of the best ESL teaching destinations in Eastern Europe After earning your TEFL certificate, you may be struggling to decide where to teach English abroad. While Asia and Western Europe are perennial favorites, Eastern Europe is quickly rising in popularity among ESL teachers. Indeed, teaching English in Eastern Europe is a great option for new and experienced teachers alike. There’s currently a huge and growing demand for ESL instructors, resulting in many schools covering airfare and accommodations, along with sponsoring their work visas. Most importantly, many Eastern European countries offer competitive salaries to English teachers. While boasting equally splendid monuments and natural wonders as Western Europe, Eastern Europe is typically more affordable. So, English teachers are able to live well on their wages, afford to travel, save money, and enjoy what their new city has to offer. To learn more about becoming an ESL teacher in Eastern Europe, we compiled this guide to five of the best countries to teach English in. 1. Russia As the world’s largest country, Russia has a lot to offer ESL teachers. Despite its aloof, mysterious reputation, this global superpower is welcoming to English-speaking foreigners who wish to teach in their public and private schools. Once you land, you’ll be swept up in Russia’s whirlwind of wonders, including its vibrant arts culture, famous monuments, and sprawling landscapes. In Russia, English is a required part of the public school curriculum, so the demand for foreign ESL teachers is very high in public schools. Private international schools are another teaching opportunity, with children and adults alike taking classes to learn English or sharpen their language skills. If you teach English in Russia, you can expect to be paid based on experience. Applicants should have a TEFL/TESL certificate and preferably prior employment as an ESL teacher. More veteran teachers can earn up to $2,000 USD per month, while novice instructors are typically paid between $1,000-1,500 USD. Many teaching contracts also include housing, which can substantially reduce the cost of living in Russia. As you might expect, major cities like St. Petersburg and Moscow are typically more expensive than smaller, lesser-known ones. But on the whole, Russia is less costly than most Western nations in Europe and North America. 2. Turkey Live where Europe and Asia meet by choosing to teach English in Turkey. Known for its incredible history, breathtaking monuments, and eclectic cuisine, the country is a thrilling choice for adventurous ESL teachers. Beyond its exciting attractions, there are numerous advantages to teaching abroad in Turkey, including higher wages than many Eastern European nations. Teachers in international schools typically earn $2,000-3,000 per month, plus they are provided with benefits packages. If you are lucky enough to earn an ESL contract in a top school, you could earn up to $5,000 per month. The cost of living in Turkey is quite low, so ESL teachers will find their salaries go a long way. To teach English in Turkey, applicants are required to have a TESL certificate. Preference for open teaching positions is typically given to individuals with previous teaching experience. 3. Bulgaria Nestled by the Black Sea and peppered with mountain ranges, Bulgaria is a secret gem for English teachers looking to enjoy days off filled with majestic nature walks and picturesque seaside trips. Since joining the European Union in 2007, the country’s demand for English language courses has risen rapidly with many private and international schools in Sofia, Varna, and Plovdiv hiring ESL teachers from abroad. To teach English in Bulgaria, prospective applicants should have a TEFL certificate, as well as a Bachelor’s degree. International schools often prefer that their ESL teachers have a university degree in Education. Bulgaria’s school year runs from mid-September to June with English teachers working 20-30 hours per week, plus additional prep time. The average salary ranges from $1,000-2,000 USD per month. While these numbers may seem low to some, Bulgaria is very affordable and ESL teachers can live comfortably on their wages. Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. 4. Romania Gothic castles and folk traditions from bygone times thrive in Romania, alongside its vibrant, youthful culture and modern attractions like galleries, restaurants, and bars. This collision of the old and the new makes Romania attractive to ESL teachers who want a bit of all worlds. Individuals wishing to teach English in Romania must have a TEFL certificate and prior experience is also considered an asset. The peak hiring month is September, followed by a second wave of hiring in January, as the school season runs from September to June. ESL teachers can work in public schools scattered across the country. Private international schools are also an option. However, these latter institutions are mainly located in Bucharest, where the cost of living is higher. That being said, Romania is generally very affordable, even in the nation’s capital. In Romania, the average workweek for English teachers is 25 hours, plus additional prep time. Entry-level ESL teachers at Romanian schools can expect to earn $600-1,000 USD per month, while more certified and experienced instructors receive salaries of up to $2,000 USD. 5. Lithuania If you’re an ESL teacher, the thought of teaching abroad in Lithuania has probably never crossed your mind. But maybe you should reconsider! Sitting on the Black Sea, Lithuania is the most southern of Eastern Europe’s Baltic States, meaning it’s blessed with gorgeous beaches and an enviable climate. There is also a nostalgic feel about the country, with cobblestone streets and baroque cathedrals adorning the skyline. To teach English in Lithuania at its private language schools, you’ll need a TEFL certificate and a Bachelor’s degree. International schools require additional credentials from applicants, typically asking for a degree in Education and previous teaching experience. ESL teacher salaries in Lithuania range from $1,000-2,500 USD per month, depending on experience level, type of school, and other factors. International schools generally pay more than private language institutions. Similar to the other Baltic States, Lithuania is very affordable and ESL teachers can live comfortably, even on the lower end of the salary scale.