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India is a beautiful and fascinating country. India stretches Stretched between the wonderful sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean and the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan mountains. Visit a tapestry of natural and man-made wonders – incredible temples, mystical monasteries, buzzing cities, national parks, lavish palaces, lost kingdoms, tantalizing markets and some of the world’s most iconic monuments. India is truly an assault on the senses. The sights, sounds, smells and sensations are all mixed into an unforgettable experience.

Competition is strong for paid TEFL positions, but they are still available, especially in the business field. A degree in the field of education or a good deal of teaching experience, as well as a TEFL or similar certificate, is usually necessary. Many jobs teaching English in India require you to work 6 days a week, and approximately 20-25 hours.

Teachers in India are generally treated with the utmost respect. In the Indian culture, knowledge is regarded highly, therefore enticing students to gain as much as possible. Jobs teaching English remain somewhat difficult to obtain due to the fact that English is already widely spoken; therefore, schools generally look for someone willing to make a long-term commitment. Aside from the school atmosphere, language schools are plentiful in India, especially in the large cities scattered throughout the country. Many of these jobs require nighttime availability and offer part-time positions to start. Corporate training is also a good way to get your foot in the door in India, but will most likely require some experience or certifications in the fields of business and commerce. In the BPO industry, teachers are hired as voice and accent trainers, and companies’ nationwide higher soft skill trainers to increase the awareness of appropriate interview skills, dress, general politeness and manners, etc.

Sample Job offer Teaching English in India

Our company seeks a native English speaker born and raised in the USA/Canada for a 1-year contract in Bangalore, India, with the option of mutually agreed extension by 1 more year. Extensive training would be given to each selected trainer/Language Specialist. Requirements include TEFL/TESL/CELTA/TESOL Certificate; Familiarity with Windows and Office; 2 years ESL (English as a Second language) teaching experience would be an added advantage. Responsibilities include: teaching a formal pronunciation curriculum, conducting interviews, scoring assessments and providing individual coaching and quality monitoring sessions to improve the clarity of communications. Benefits include: Salary (after all statutory deductions & taxes) will be INR.47,000 per month; paid economy class airfare to/from Bangalore; paid furnished accommodations; comprehensive training (4-6 weeks); 2 weeks holiday after 6 months working; daily pick-up drop to &from office; lunch &dinner at office canteen; Visa processing fee &vaccination charges also paid as reimbursement against bills.

Capital city: New Delhi

Language: Hindi, Kannada

Currency: Rupee (INR)

Typical TEFL teacher salary: US$400/month

Major TEFL locations: Major cities


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