Teaching English in Belgium
How Much Can I Earn?
Monthly Salary:
1,512 - 2,326 USD
Private Tutoring per Hour:
15 - 35 EUR
17 - 41 USD
Income Tax Rate:
25 - 45%
Ability to Save per Year:
Minimal
What Are My Benefits?
Accommodations:
Rarely included
Airfare:
Never included
Health Care:
Included
Holidays:
Paid (after first year)
What Will Teaching Be Like?
Teaching Hours:
20 - 30
Typical Contract Length:
One year preferred; short-term may be available
Typical Start Date:
September or January
Application Timeline:
3 - 4 months
What Do I Need?
Work Visa:
EU citizenship preferred
Education Requirements:
Teaching Experience,
Bachelor's Degree,
Master's Degree preferred,
Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate
Additional Notes:
Difficult for non-EU citizens; schools in Belgium typically seek very highly qualified teachers