THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE Welcome Welcome to the world’s first annual TEFL World Factbook, written by our team of expert TEFL trainers here at The TEFL Academy. We have created this factbook in order to provide an up-to-date and accurate profile of the world’s TEFL markets. With so much information available on the internet it can be difficult for TEFL teachers to know the full facts. Our team of researchers have pulled information from a variety of authoritative sources to create the definitive guide to teaching English around the world. From the bustling favelas of Brazil to the hypermodern riches of Dubai, TEFL really is a world of opportunities. We have created a unique profile for over 100 countries that outline everything a TEFL teacher would need to know including average pay, living costs, working environments and even the weather! We hope you enjoy discovering everything you need to know about teaching English around the world. If you have already started your TEFL journey, remember the real adventure is yet to begin! 2 THE TEFL ACADEMY WORLD FACTBOOK 2019 Index Albania Egypt Lebanon Puerto Rico Algeria El Salvador Lesotho Qatar Angola Ethiopia Libya Romania Argentina Finland Madagascar Russia Australia France Malawi Saudi Arabia Austria Georgia Malaysia Senegal Azerbaijan Germany Mauritania Singapore Bahrain Ghana Mexico Slovakia Bangladesh Greece Mongolia South Africa Belgium Greenland Morocco South Korea Belize Guatemala Mozambique Spain Bhutan Haiti Myanmar Sri Lanka Bolivia Honduras Namibia Sweden Botswana Hong Kong Nepal Switzerland Brazil Hungary Netherlands Taiwan Bulgaria India New Zealand Tanzania Cambodia Indonesia Nicaragua Thailand Cameroon Ireland Nigeria Togo Canada Israel Norway Tunisia Chile Italy Oman Turkey China Jamaica Panama Uganda Colombia Japan Papua New Guinea United Kingdom Costa Rica Jordan Paraguay United Arab Emirates Croatia Kazakhstan Peru United States Czech Republic Kenya Phillippines Uruguay Dominican Republic Kuwait Poland Vietnam Ecuador Krygyzstan Portugal Zambia 3 Teaching English in Albania MAJESTIC SNOW-CAPPED PEAKS, UNSPOILED RUGGED COASTLINE Country Summary Albania lies in the South East of Europe, surrounded by Montenegro, “Teaching in Albania Kosovo, The Republic of Macedonia and Greece. The Albanian Alps is a highly respected provide a picturesque backdrop to Northern Albania, while numerous profession.” other mountain ranges across the country make for spectacular viewing. While the main language of Albania is unsurprisingly Albanian, English, French and Italian are routinely spoken across the country. Albania is a particularly safe country with crime rates remaining low, it is expected that Albania will become an EU member in the next few years. Albania remains a relatively undiscovered jewel in the European crown. Whether, you want to relax on a secluded beach, float in the crystal clear waters of the ‘blue eye’ or visit a UNESCO World Heritage site, Albania has much to offer. Teaching Opportunities An ever-growing number of private language schools in the country have increased demand for native English speaking teachers. The Albanian capital, Tirana, is also home to numerous international schools for qualified teaching candidates. As teaching is a desired profession in Albania there are strict requirements in order to enter the field. A University degree is required to teach with most candidates also requiring a TEFL certification. Citizens from EU member states are more likely to be granted a visa to teach in Albania, however it is not unheard of for working visas to be granted to non-EU citizens, though the process can be more time consuming. Albania provides excellent opportunities for newly qualified and experienced teachers alike. Most teaching jobs in Albania will require teachers to secure their own accommodation, however cost of living in the country is inexpensive. Some international schools will offer a generous accommodation allowance, making these posts highly lucrative for the right candidate. 4 THE TEFL ACADEMY WORLD FACTBOOK 2019 Teaching Requirements Degree Requirement BA/BS required Typical Contract Length 3 - 12 months Peak Hiring Seasons July/August Visa Info Work visa Typical Students Business professionals, children Average Monthly Cost of Living 70,000 - 99,000 LEK (500 - 700 GBP) Average Monthly Salary 57,000 - 212,000 LEK (400 - 1,500 GBP) Type of Jobs English Language Schools, Private Tutoring, International Schools, Montesorri Schools Average Teaching Hours per Week 6.5 hours per day, 5 days per week (Monday to Friday) Private tutoring and English Language Schools hours will vary Typical Hiring Process Application, Skype Interview, VISA Applications & checks Benefits May Include Benefits will vary greatly depending on the school/position applied for. International Schools are more likely to provide financial incentives such as flight reimbursement or accommodation allowances Travel Information VACCINES: FOOD TO TRY: Required: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies, Byrek - a salty pie made with filo pastry. Influenza. Tave Kosi - quiche-like dish made with lamb, eggs WEATHER: and yoghurt. Albania has a Mediterranean climate, with hot Baklava - local cake made with nuts. summers and mild winters. In January, the Trilece - fresh cake made with milk. average temperature is around 1.6°C, while in July Qofte - seasoned grilled meatballs. the temperatures can reach 32°C. It is usually dry from June-September, with the wet season from SAMPLE COST GUIDE (PRICES IN POUNDS STERLING): October to May. A local beer: £1.05 A litre of milk: 85p TRANSPORTATION: A loaf of bread: 47p Public transport runs in more densely populated areas however no timetable exists for buses. Lunch at a local restaurant (mid-range): £7.00 Roads can be treacherous so it is advisable to live Public Transport (one-way) fare: 28p near workplaces. Monthly rent one-bed apartment: £438.00 CURRENCY: Albanian LEK 5 Teaching English in Algeria A MEDITERRANEAN COASTLINE AND A SAHARAN DESERT INTERIOR Country Summary The largest country in Africa, Algeria is a country of UNESCO heritage “Due to the economy sites, beautiful colonial architecture, ancient Roman ruins, gorgeous and industry, there is beaches and the Sahara Desert. The sheer size of the country means a demand for English that there are various geographical regions in the country, from the coast to the mountains to the desert. in the country.” There are a range of activities that can be done to suit every traveller’s tastes: spend time in the capital city of Algiers, a quaint town with a touch of French colonialism; visit the city of Ouargla in the south of the desert, an ochre-coloured town known as ‘the golden key to the desert.’ You can also hike around the vast volcanic plateau of Tassili n’Ajjer; soak up the sun on the Turquoise Coast; tour the Sahara by camel; or visit the historic and holy town of Beni-Isguen. Teaching Opportunities There are teaching opportunities in Algeria, but salaries are quite low and resources minimal. There are positions in state schools, language centres, universities and international schools, with state schools offering the lowest salaries and international schools the highest. There are also a growing number of in-company language training positions aimed at the employees of various foreign companies. You need a degree for any paid positions and the higher your level of education, the better your salary will be. A work visa must be organised before arrival in the country and you will need your employer to help you apply for employment authorisation issued by the Algerian Ministry of Labour. 6 THE TEFL ACADEMY WORLD FACTBOOK 2019 Teaching Requirements Degree Requirement Not required Typical Contract Length 6-12 Months Peak Hiring Seasons All Year-round Visa Info Tourist visa convert to work visa Typical Students Business professionals, children Average Monthly Cost of Living DA46,164 - DA61,526 / £300 - £400 Average Monthly Salary DA38,453 - DA76,907 / £250 - £500 Type of Jobs State schools, Language schools, Universities, In-house teaching for large companies, Volunteering Average Teaching Hours per Week 20+ Typical Hiring Process Face-to-Face in Algeria apart from volunteer organisations who can be contacted in advance Benefits May Include Generally, none financial. Volunteer organisations - minor incentives Travel Information VACCINES: FOOD TO TRY: Required: Tetanus. Recommended: Hepatitis A, Couscous - considered a national dish. Often Hepatitis B, Rabies and Typhoid. served with spiced meat and vegetables. WEATHER: Chakchouka - A popular Algerian breakfast consisting mainly of onion, tomato and spices The coast: summer 30°C, winter 7°C. topped with eggs. The mountains: summer 26°C and cold in the winter. Harira - A lamb and chickpea stew. The Saharan Desert: 35°C in the summer, winter Makroud El Louse - A flourless almond cookie. 6°C, below freezing at night. Lham Lahlou - A lamb and dried fruit tagine. TRANSPORTATION: SAMPLE COST GUIDE (PRICES IN POUNDS STERLING): Trains - Several high-speed services in the north. A local beer: 90p Buses - Extensive services in the north with A litre of milk: 29p efficient and cheap urban services. A loaf of bread: 12p Metro and Trams - Several modern metro and Lunch at a local restaurant (mid-range): £2.50 tramways in the North. Public Transport (one-way) fare: 13p CURRENCY: Algerian Dinar Monthly rent one-bed apartment: £95.00 7 Teaching English in Angola A MEDITERRANEAN COASTLINE AND A SAHARAN DESERT INTERIOR Country Summary Angola lies on the Southwestern coast of Africa to the North of Namibia. “Without teachers of Historically a Portuguese colony, Angola gained independence in 1975. quality, there is no Portuguese remains the official language of Angola, however Bantu quality of education.” influences can be seen across the country. Civil unrest plagued the country until 2002 as the ramifications of achieving independence could be felt. Angola is well-known for its oil and diamond reserves, often being hailed ‘The Kuwait of Africa’. Angola has potential to be a very rich nation, however, currently remains a developing country.