A search on Italy’s Yellow Pages website will reveal hundreds of language schools across the country. The main TEFL job websites and the education sections of the British national newspapers regularly hold job adverts for Italian schools.
Can I find work while in-country?
Absolutely. As it’s so easy for Brits and Irish to work here, you can simply visit some schools when you arrive. July is the best time to start looking for jobs.
What is the usual hiring process?
The bigger schools hold recruitment fairs in the UK and Ireland, and you may be asked to teach a demonstration lesson.
Is a work visa required to find paid work?
EU nationals won’t need a visa, but will have to get a residence permit from the local police and a work permit from the Ispettorato del Lavoro. These are just formalities, but can take a few months to obtain, so plan ahead.
Non-EU nationals will find it almost impossible to obtain a work visa for teaching.
Work visa requirements:
Letter from employer
Copies of your qualifications
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