Get Paid to Teach English in Germany with TEFL Certification
- Germany
- Berlin
- Frankfurt
- Hamburg
- Dusseldorf
About Program
Are you a native English speaker from the US or Canada, aged 21 or over, with a passion for education and a desire to travel? If so, you can get paid to teach English in Germany and over 80 countries with International TEFL Academy (ITA).
English teachers can get work visas in Germany. Be sure to note that the process of gaining employment & then processing a residency permit and work visa for Americans teaching in Germany can often take several months. A TEFL certification is typically required to teach in Germany.
To teach in Germany, you can take your TEFL class online or in one of our 25 in-person locations worldwide. We’ve helped more than 45,000 people get TEFL certified & experience the world. Join the movement, make a difference & earn money along the way!
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Why is International TEFL Academy the Right Choice?
- One-on-One Pre-Enrollment Guidance: What TEFL class is best for teaching English in Germany? Is Italy the right country choice for me? How much money do I need to bring with me to Germany & what kind of visa do I need? Your personal ITA Advisor will help you navigate these questions about TEFL certification & teaching English abroad in Germany, including detailed information about English teaching jobs in popular cities like Berlin and Munich.
- Professional TEFL Certification Courses: We offer accredited TEFL certification courses online (11 weeks online) and in-person (4 weeks) in 25 locations worldwide. Both TEFL class options will qualify you to teach in Germany. Every ITA TEFL class exceeds international professional standards for instructor qualifications, accredited curriculum, and student teaching hours.
- We Have Been in YOUR shoes: Everyone on the ITA staff has extensive international experience. Travel is in our blood. It’s our passion to help people realize how realistic this dream of living & working abroad can be. We all appreciate the challenges & rewards of living, traveling, and working abroad.
- One-on-One Job Search Guidance: How do I actually find a teaching job in Germany? Once enrolled in any ITA TEFL class, you’ll work with our team of expert Student Affairs advisors to help you prepare for your job search in Germany. Enjoy access to the most comprehensive job resources & guidance on the planet to help you navigate international job markets across Germany, Europe and in 80 countries worldwide.
- Access to ITA Worldwide Alumni Network: Don’t know anyone in Germany? No problem! Germany is a popular countries for ITA graduates teaching English abroad. As an ITA alumni you have exclusive opportunities to network, connect, and correspond with our 20,000 ITA alumni teaching English across the globe. This is a great way to meet friends before you get to Germany & get all of your questions answered by current ITA alumni on the ground abroad in Europe!
How Do I Get Started?
Contact International TEFL Academy for your starter brochure or call us directly at 773-634-9900 & start working with your personal Admission Advisors. Your advisor will work with you one-on-one to answer your all of your questions, go over your options & set up your game plan to see the world. Your advisor will be happy to speak with you as many times as you need to go over job markets, hiring requirements, TEFL course options & much more.
Your journey begins now so let’s get in touch & let’s get started!
Program Highlights
- Earn an accredited TEFL certificate that qualifies you to teach English in Germany & 80+ countries! ITA offers TEFL courses online & in 20 additional onsite locations.
- Join ITA's exclusive and engaged community of world travelers & teachers—with more than 50,000+ alumni worldwide, you can connect with ITA grads, share travel tips, and make friends around the world.
- ITA's job search guidance is the best in the industry and you'll work directly with your expert advisor throughout your entire job search and in any future TEFL job searches—we've got your back
- Learn from university-level instructors in our Online & In-Person TEFL classes; every ITA TEFL class includes live practice teaching to help you gain experience and confidence teaching live classes.
- Work with your ITA Advisor one-on-one to create your plan for teaching English in Germany; ITA is unique in that all our staff have lived abroad & been in your shoes—we're here to help YOU!
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