Teach English in Italy
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Get paid to travel & teach
Live the dream life — earn, explore, and grow with full support.
Earn
Up to €1,200/month to cover rent, bills, and daily expenses while you teach.
Travel
Live and teach in stunning destinations, experience local culture like a local.
Support
Our expert team has your back - from application to classroom.
Overview
Teach English in Italy and get paid to see the iconic sights of this beautiful country. With its famous Mediterranean cuisine, rich history and stunning architecture, it’s no wonder why Italy is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Why be a tourist when you can live the authentic Italian way of life? Teach in Italy and immerse yourself in all things Italian.
Italy Highlights
Program details
Avg. monthly wage of €1,000-€1,200 (varies seasonally)
Live Zoom sessions to help you plan your move
6 or 9-month renewable teaching contract
2-day group orientation (hotel included)
Accommodation guidance
In-school teacher training and support
Italian culture course for EFL teachers (online)
Irish support with a Personal Internship Advisor
180 Hour Advanced TEFL Course
(120 Hour Advanced TEFL Course + 30 Hour Advanced Grammar Course + 30 Hour Teaching Business English Course)
Access to our exclusive TEFL jobs board and job assistance after your internship
Course Included
The ultimate pre-departure culture course for Italy
Your TEFL course or teaching qualification may give you the credentials to teach abroad, but preparing yourself for the impending cultural change is a whole new ball game.
Before you arrive in Italy, having a solid understanding of the culture will help you in many ways. You will find it easier to navigate social situations, make friends, perform better at work, and transition into local life.
Where will you be teaching?
40 + teaching locations, including bustling international cities like Rome, Milan and Florence as well as smaller towns where you can experience living an authentic Italian lifestyle!
How it works
Apply & train:
Enroll and start your 120-hour TEFL course instantly.
Interview & placement:
Crack your interview to land a school placement in Italy.
Go to Italy:
Book your flight and begin your teaching journey.
Course Included
Outside the classroom
If you love the idea of the freedom TEFL brings, you’ll love our Italy TEFL internship. You’ll be living independently, and there’s nothing you can’t do during your time in “Bel Paese” (beautiful country). Meet with new-found friends for lunch and trips to the beach or go on a solo adventure to experience another aspect of Italian culture. Use this TEFL adventure to see the sights of Italy and, of course, sample its sumptuous cuisine.
Your guide to Italy
Famous for its contributions to the worlds of art, architecture, fashion and literature (and more!), it's no surprise that Italy is one of the best places to teach English abroad. Download our free Guide to Italy today for all the info you need about our Italy TEFL internship and how to teach English in Italy.
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Your teaching experience
You'll take on the role of classroom leader for 15-30 hours per week. You'll teach four evenings per week and Saturday mornings. The rest of your hours will be scheduled around this teaching timetable.
Fun and friendly
A dynamic and welcoming school team, with regular team meetings and social events.
Like home
A relaxed teaching environment with sofas and TVs! One big open-plan space encourages socialising and interaction between staff and students.
Communicative method
Enjoyable, natural lessons with lots of roleplay, speaking, realistic language and engaging topics. Students speaking and teachers encouraging, guiding, checking, correcting and training.
Small groups
Small groups of students ensure higher speaking time for each student and more practical teaching and learning activities. You will be teaching a variety of age groups. The diversity will be an exciting and rewarding experience for you as a teacher.
Technology
Online activities for blended learning and audio-visual resources in the classroom to increase engagement.
TrustScore
4.9
Rating
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Yes, this qualification meets the minimum requirements for many online teaching platforms. It equips you with the skills to teach English to non-native speakers virtually, which is a growing field.
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