Teaching English in Turkey: At a Glance

Turkish baths, shish kebabs, and delicious raki are part of every day life in Turkey that is the result of a vast history of intertwined cultures. ESL teachers can spend their days visiting the sites that hosted Alexander the Great, the Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and inspired Homer's Illiad, or relax on the white sands of the Mediterrannean and visit the nearby Greek Isles.

Monthly Salary*: 1,350 - 3,000 TRY Accommodations: Usually included or allowance given Airfare: Reimbursement (full or partial) usually given Health Care: Included Holidays: Sometimes paid Teaching Hours per Week: 25 - 35 Typical Contract Length: One year or less Typical Start Month(s): Year round Application Timeline: 2 - 3 months Private Tutoring per Hour: 30 - 50 TRY Income Tax††: 15 - 35% Cost of Living**: Cost of the Big Mac = 6.50 TRY Exchange Rate†: As of 02-09-2012 1.00 TRY = 0.56 USD 1.00 USD = 1.76 TRY Ability to Save: Moderate Visa: Employer sponsors Minimum Requirements: Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate and Bachelor's Degree Additional Notes: Previous ESL teaching experience is preferred

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With over 10,000 years of history and heritage, Turkey provides a taste of both European and Middle Eastern cultures. The markets offer an array of shopping delights, and relaxation is made easy by visiting Turkish baths. The demand for English teachers is continuously increasing. With the Greek Isles being only a short ferry ride away, Turkey remains a popular destination for ESL teachers.

The combination of Oxford Seminars' internationally recognized TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification and the  Graduate Placement Service included with the course makes teaching English abroad a reality.  Learn more about teaching English in Turkey and other opportunities teaching English abroad by calling 1-800-779-1779, or by attending an upcoming free Information Session in your area.

* Wages vary depending on the economy of the country.
** The Big Mac Index is a credible, reliable, third-party cost-of-living index created by The Economist. For comparison purposes, it lists the cost of an American Big Mac at $4.07.
† Exchange rates are subject to change. Check www.xe.com for current rates.
†† Income tax rate is based on the amount of yearly income. Most TESOL/TESL/TEFL instructors will be charged no more than the minimum percentage.

Oxford Seminars makes every effort to keep our information as up-to-date and accurate as possible. However, individual teaching positions and experiences may vary with job market conditions. Specific information listed cannot be guaranteed to be applicable when you are seeking employment teaching ESL in a specific country.

Note that certain positions require additional qualifications and credentials that are not negotiable due to specific country legislation.

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