Teach English Abroad in Greece and Europe! Obtain TEFL / TESOL Certification and Get Paid to Work Overseas!

  Greece

• Other Cities in Greece: 
Thessaloniki (Salonika),  Korinthos (Corinth),  Larisa,  Ayios Dhimitrios,  Kifisia,  Corfu,  Rhodes,  Halkidiki,  AAyion,  Paros,  Zakynthos,  Chania,  Rural Areas,  Xylokastro,  Syros,  Kos,  Karpathos,  Samos Island,  Piraeus,  Kalambaka,  Heraklion,  Naxos,  Mytilene,  Ioannina,  mykonos,  Perissa,  Ios,  Crete,  Skopelos,  Aegina,  Kefalonia,  Vassiliki
• Athens: 
Athinai (Athens)

Length of Position: 6 -12 months

Description: Teaching English abroad in Greece for 6 or 12 months is a fantastic way to live overseas and get paid to be a world traveler! After you have achieved your TEFL certification through TEFL Institute, you'll be able to get a paid job to work another country and live the life of a true local citizen.

Aside from creating democracy and giving birth to western civilization, the Greeks can also make a mean souvlaki and baklava. Working in Greece will turn you into a local and ambassador of the country in no time. Nowhere else can you walk the same streets as Plato and Aristotle and then party till you drop. The clubs open around 10:00 p.m. and dont close until six or seven in the morning. Don't worry about sleeping the day away, the Greeks take a siesta in the afternoon to freshen up for the evenings activities, which may include plate smashing! Opa (Bravo!)

You will have the opportunity to experience a land, people and culture firsthand. You will see the sights and sample the local cuisine, making friends you'll have for a lifetime. Whether it's Asia, Latin America, Europe, or somewhere in between, TEFL Institute is the gateway to making your travel dreams a reality.

Our 120 hour TEFL course provides the global standard in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. Our 100 hour curriculum combined with an additional 20 hours of in-person experience will provide you with the necesary training. Once you've completed your certification with us, we'll help you with LIFETIME job placement assistance.

Where can I teach with my TEFL Institute Certification?   

Here's a partial list of countries people teach abroad:

Asia:   Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.

Latin America:   Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, etc.

Europe:   Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Spain, Turkey, etc.

Summer Programs:   Chile, China, Spain

TEFL Institute TEFL Certification Classes

1) The TEFL Professional 120 Hour Online Course: Part Time Over 2 Months.

If you need a flexible certification program that fits around your current work or study schedule than explore TEFL Institute. Our college-level, Online Professional course provides a virtual classroom where you will be able to complete assignments and quizzes at your own pace. The interactive learning environment allows you to study on your schedule, even in your pajamas at home! This 120-hour online TEFL course is guided by a university professor, giving you 100 hours of online training combined with 20 hours of in-person observation and tutoring experience in an ESL classroom in your hometown. Your TEFL Institute certification is recognized for teaching jobs around the world! If you'd like to try a test run we'll provide you with temporary access information so you can experience our online platform. Contact us at the email link at the bottom of this page.

2) International TEFL- 4 week 120 Hour Courses.   

If you prefer to learn in a live classroom setting, we also offer the opportunity to live in more than 20 exciting destinations while completing your 4 week in-person TEFL certification. These comprehensive programs prepare you to teach abroad in over 80 countries worldwide!

You have the option to live in the following countries while you are obtaining your TEFL Institute certification:
* China   * Cambodia   * Costa Rica   * Ghana * Greece (Corinth and Crete) * Hungary * India * Italy * Kenya * Mexico * Nepal   
* Peru * Portugal * Russia   * Spain   * Tanzania * Thailand (Bangkok and Pattaya) * Turkey * United States (Chicago and New York) * Vietnam         

Tuition Cost:
1,350 USD to 2,095 USD

Cost includes:
- TEFL class, job placement assistance
- Assistance with housing and arrival

Important to Know Before You Go:

* English teachers working overseas utilize a 100% immersion process. Students learn in an environment where the only language they hear and speak is English. This will allow you to work anywhere because you don't need to know the local language.

* You can teach in some countries without a college degree, as long as you have achieved your TEFL Institute certification and are a native/fluent English speaker.

* Once you are certified, you can find a job and start teaching immediately. Or you can choose to get your certification now and decide later where you would like to teach.

* TEFL Institute-certified teachers can expect to earn a competitive wage while enjoying a reasonable standard of living in their host country. There are even opportunities to save considerable amounts of money by working overtime with private lessons!

Do you have questions about additional options? Our seasoned advisors have lived and taught overseas. They are happy to talk with you. We will help guide you through the process by offering the inside scoop on what it's really like to teach abroad, along with what you'll need to know to turn this dream into a reality.

Please send us an email by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page to learn more about TEFL Institute course and certification options. A plan can be easily tailored to your lifestyle and financial needs. Let us know you found us on GoAbroad!

For Every TEFL Institute Graduate:

You'll get LIFETIME job placement assistance from experienced advisors who have traveled, lived, and taught overseas. You will also receive pre-departure support and guidance. You will earn a competitive salary. Six and 12 month contracts are available, depending on the country. Call for specifics on housing, airfare, in-country school orientations, and social activities, which vary by country and by job. We also feature SUMMER-ONLY job placements in Spain, China, and Chile!

What can I expect to earn once I have my TEFL Institute Certification?
* TEFL Institute-certified teachers earn competitive salaries at a variety of language schools in more than 80 countries around the world. You will be paid in the local currency, to the local standard of living. Teachers earn enough in Europe and Latin America to break even. In Asia, teachers can save a considerable amount of money.

* In some Asian countries you will earn enough to save 30-50% of your income, which can be 3,000 USD to 15,000 USD annually. Housing and flights are sometimes included and can provide additional savings.

* No matter where you go, you'll have the opportunity to earn extra money with private tutoring lessons. In some cases you can double your regular hourly wages!

* You'll also receive lifetime job placement assistance and guidance after completing your TEFL Institute certification. You can use it to travel and teach around the world.

Highlights: TEFL Institute is recommended by the U.S. State Department's Fulbright Program.

TEFL Institute Online Professional course advantages:

* Flexible: Finish at your own pace, over a two-month period. Ideal for people that work or study full time.

* Qualified: This is a college-level course, taught by university professors the gold standard in TEFL certification! Get an internationally recognized and accredited 100-hour lifetime certification, combined with 20 hours of volunteer observation and tutoring in an ESL classroom in YOUR hometown. You'll be prepared to teach around the world!

* Interactive and Hands-On: Daily interaction with your professor and classmates via email and discussion boards makes the coursework come alive. You'll learn via written assignments, essays, and quizzes, at your own pace within the overall class structure and timeframes. You'll also gain useful teaching experience and feedback through peer review of assignments during the course.

* User-friendly: Hosted on the most popular online university course platform, Blackboard. It's simple to use, interactive, and a great learning tool.

* Supportive: Ongoing TEFL Institute support, materials, and advice throughout your certification, your initial job search, and for your lifetime.

* Affordable: Reasonable fees designed to make teaching abroad within your reach!

TEFL Institute International course advantages:

* In-person: Get hands-on experience in a compressed timeframe, in a classroom setting, and with professional instructors. Options available in over 20 countries, listed above.

* Live overseas now: Enjoy the travel experience while you're getting certified - make new friends and enjoy the sights and cuisine. Getting acclimated while you're getting certified gives you a leg up when you begin your teaching job.

* Supportive: Small class size, student community, peer review and coaching, professor guidance. Ongoing TEFL Institute support, materials, and advice throughout your program and job search.

* Professional: Internationally recognized and accredited 100 hour certification, combined with 20 hours of student teaching and observation in a local ESL classroom. You'll be building your skills and enhancing your career opportunities.

* Affordable: Reasonable fees and a variety of opportunities are designed to offer you a custom experience!

Are you ready to start your global teaching career?
Get in touch with us by sending us an email via the link at the bottom of the page. Begin the adventure of your life now, with TEFL Institute!

Qualifications: Need a TEFL certification via TEFL Institute

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Greece Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview Required
• Phone Interview

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

TEFL Institute 's Mission Statement: To provide students the highest quality TEFL instruction via distance learning and in person training. To provide accurate and truthful information about working, living and teaching overseas. To provide the excellent service from the course instruction to lifetime job assistance.

Year Founded: 2004