Teaching English in Slovakia

Slovakia is quickly become a major player in the new European Union which is being matched by a massive influx of businesses eager to explore new markets. There are countless opportunities for TEFL teachers in language schools that cater to locals eager to learn English and start new careers.

Recommended Training

While you can find a teaching job with basic TEFL skills, our in-country partners recommend our top-level courses in order to find you the best job abroad!

• 100-hour Online TEFL Course
• 120-hour Weekend TEFL Course

A top level course will increase your prospects, as you’ll qualify for more specialised and challenging TEFL jobs with higher salaries.

The Employment Basics

• Salary: Earn up to 20,000 SKK ($950*) a month
• Requirements: You must be a native English speaker
• Contract Lengths: 9 months

How to Apply

1. Get in touch with us

• If you don’t have a TEFL qualification, give us a call on 800-352-1793.
• If you’re already TEFL qualified, send us your details and we’ll be in touch with you shortly.

2. We’ll provide you with all the details you need to start your application

3. Our in-country partners will then begin their search for your dream job!

Please note: The job placement service does not guarantee that an applicant will be offered a position. A job offer will be made providing you meet the initial requirements, successfully pass any interview process and that a suitable position is matched to your profile.
i-to-i UK Limited is acting as an employment agency for the purposes of the job placement service.

*Currency conversion accurate at time of publication.

What can you expect in Slovakia?

• Salary: Earn up to 20,000 SKK ($950*) per month.
• Accommodation: usually shared flat with other teachers 4,000-5,000 SKK per month.
• Arrival: You will be met at Airport and taken to your accommodation. You will also be taken to the school within your first couple of days, introduced to your tutor who will help you throughout your stay and introduced to the teaching methods of the school. You will receive 1 day’s orientation.
• Locations: Bratislava
• Contract length: 9 months.
• Departure dates: Departures are available every month although the majority of placements are available in September.
• Bonus: Yes, some schools provide bonuses such as extra money at the end of the course/semester for excellent feedbacks from the students/customers, or extra money at the end of the stay for the participation in TEFL training programmes/workshops organized by the school during the school year.

*Currency conversion accurate at time of publication.

Requirements for Slovakia?

i-to-i's Overseas Partner requires that all candidates meet the following criteria:

• Native English speaker with EU nationality.
  Applications are now open to residents of the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
  
• TEFL qualification (100-hour or 120-hour TEFL course recommended - practical training such as the weekend TEFL course is preferred by the agent as part of your qualification).
• University degree not necessary, although viewed as an advantage during the application procedure.

Frequently asked questions about teaching in Slovakia

1. What age and level of students will I be teaching?

You will be teaching students between 18-65(usually 20-40). Beginners – advanced most common elementary – intermediate)

2. How many students will there be in each class?

Public courses 4 – 12, in-company courses 1 – 10.

3. How long are the classes?

Most classes are 45 minutes – 90 minutes.

4. Are there any teaching resources?

Yes.

5. Will I be teaching alone or team teaching?

You will be teaching alone, but will have support from other teachers.

6. What kind of school will I be teaching in?

Private language schools.

Frequently asked questions about employment in Slovakia

1. How much will I be paid?

Earn up to 20,000 SKK ($950*) per month.

The cost of living in Slovakia is approximately 6,400 SKK ($300*) per month.

2. Do I receive a bonus or flight re-imbursement?

Yes, some schools provide bonuses such as extra money at the end of the course/semester for excellent feedbacks from the students/customers, or extra money at the end of the stay for the participation in TEFL training programmes/workshops organized by the school during the school year.

3. How many holiday days will I receive per year?

It varies from school to school, but generally speaking there is 1 week in December (22.12 - 1.1) + national holidays, altogether 2 weeks.

4. What are my working hours?

Usually Mon - Thurs, 5 - 6 lessons a day, most lessons run in the morning (7.30am - 10am) and in the afternoon (4pm - 8pm).

5. How does the recruitment process work?

• Send required documents to i-to-i.
• Once documents have been sent to the in-country partner, you will receive a confirmation email with contact details for the partner.
• Our partner will contact you for a telephone interview. If you are successful, they will look for suitable teaching positions, arrange interviews for you with potential employers and advise you when to travel to Slovakia.
• You will travel to Slovakia for face to face interview(s).
• If successful you will sign a contract with the school you will be teaching at and you can start teaching immediately.
• Applicants from USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand will be helped by the school to obtain the documents needed to apply for a work visa at the closest embassy.

  6. Can I renew my contract?

  Your contract may be extendable; you would need to discuss this with your school.

  7. What happens if I need to break my contract?

  The teacher must hand in notice (usually 1-2 months must be given)

  7.What will my accommodation be like?

  Usually a shared flat with other teachers.

  8. Who is my contract with?

  The contract you sign will be with the language school or institute that you will be teaching at, not with i-to-i or with our overseas partner.

  10. What visa do I need?

  Our in-country partner will advise on the visa process and requirements for this.

  *Currency conversion accurate at time of publication.

100 Hour Online and 120 Weekend TEFL course

i-to-i's overseas partner requires that all applicants have a TEFL qualification to apply for the positions. If you need to get TEFL qualified, i-to-i's 100 Hour Online and 120 Weekend TEFL courses are our most comprehensive TEFL courses, providing you with in-depth TEFL training. Not only will you receive in-depth theory training, but also specialist courses for every teaching situation. Increasing the number of hours of study will also give you more confidence, make your CV more attractive and maximize your earning potential.

Choosing the 120-Hour Weekend TEFL course also adds practical training your certification!

• Internationally Recognised Certificate
• 20 hour Weekend TEFL Course*
• 20 hour Specialist Certificate in Grammar
• 40 hour Online Course
• Video & audio tutorials
• Personal 1 to 1 tutor support
• Lifetime Access to Teaching Helpdesk
• 40 hours in 8 Specialist Certificates

*Not included in the 100-hour Online TEFL Course