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Poland TEFL Jobs in Poland


Teach and Travel in Poland

In recent years the number of TEFL Jobs in Poland has been rapidly increasing and now it is one of the biggest markets for English teachers in the region. TEFL jobs can be found all over the country in state run schools, colleges and universities, as well as in private language schools and businesses. Salaries are generally quite high by local standards so you should be able to live quite comfortably. However, if you are looking to save some money you may need to supplement your income by taking on private clients on top of your main job.

How to Find TEFL Jobs in Poland

Teaching jobs in Poland are advertised on the main TEFL related websites throughout the year. However, you can also be proactive in your approach and simply contact as many language schools that you can find, including those that are not specifically advertising job vacancies. In order to find these institutions you can utilise various sources such as newspapers, yellow pages, language school directories and other websites dedicated to TEFL job advertisements.

It is a good idea to email your resume to each school, making sure it is up to date and includes a recent photograph. You can also follow that up by telephoning each school to introduce yourself to their head of human resources or school director. If that particular school is not looking for new staff members at that time, it is worth checking back with them regularly as circumstances in language schools can often change rather quickly. In order to get a teaching Job in Poland you will normally require a TEFL certificate and a university degree.

TEFL Jobs in Poland

The Polish academic year runs from September to June and the majority of TEFL contracts last for a year. Teachers are generally well respected in Poland so your students are likely to be motivated and well behaved in the classroom.

Most language schools in Poland will supply you with a specific curriculum for the whole school year which is broken down into specific terms and also into blocks of two weeks. However, most schools will also allow the teacher to have some freedom to match their lessons to suit the specific needs of the students.

Questions to Ask your Employer

Before you accept any job offer, there are a few questions you should always ask to avoid any unpleasant surprises once you start work. Obviously, you need to ask questions regarding your salary or hourly pay rates, as well as any levels of compensation for travel time and expenses that might be available. You should also enquire about the availability of school resources for lesson planning and teaching materials. Other questions regarding the need for work permits or visas, as well as how much help the school will provide with this are also advisable. Finally, you should ensure that you get all the important details confirmed in a written contract.




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