Key Facts
Capital: Rome
Population: 60 million
Government: Republic
Religions: Christianity
Language: Italian
Currency: Euro
Teaching English in Italy
Your students:
Expect to teach mostly teenagers, although there are schools that specialise in younger age groups or just on business English.
Recruitment criteria set by the schools in Italy, Most schools would ask for teachers who have:
- A native level of English
- An EU passport
- A degree
- Experience (at least 6 months)
- A CELTA or Trinity TESOL certificate
When to apply?
Most schools base their calendar on the academic calendar which means that schools would recruit from May to September.
Salaries and benefits:
Usually salaries go from £800 to £1000. It is very rare to have benefits on top of your salary.
Schedules:
The average is around 25 contact hours per week. Split shifts are common as your students come before or after work or school.
Jobs in Italy
Italy
Salary: 950 - 1100 Euros after tax
Whatever Italy is famous for – good food and wine, history, culture, architecture, fashion – is not confined to the major cities. Smaller urban areas up and down the country boast all of this as well as offering proximity to mountains, lakes and a real local and friendly atmosphere. The authentic experience to be had living and working away from the tourist spots is one that will provide many great memories.
We have various positions at reputable schools starting this autumn.
Candidates must have the following:
CELTA/Trinity cert.TESOL qualification
At least one year of EFL experience
Native level of English
UK N.I. number
Basic level of spoken Italian
Full European Driving Licence beneficial