Teaching abroad is a great career path for people who speak a lot of languages.Italy is a popular destination for English teachers who want to travel and work in Europe.Money and a teaching certificate are required for working in Italy as a teacher.It can be difficult to get a good teaching job in Italy because there are so many of them.
Step 1: Learn how to speak and write Italian.
If you want to teach in Italy, you should have basic Italian skills, such as the ability to have conversations and write in Italian.If you want to become an English teacher in Italy, you need to take Italian language classes in your home country, as you will be expected to converse with potential employers and students in Italian.If you want to respond to interview questions in Italian, you should submit your resume and cover letter in that language.
Step 2: You should get a Teaching English as a Foreign Language certificate.
You can get a certificate in English language teaching.If you have already received a degree in Education in your country, you may still need to earn a certificate, but you might have advantages in the Italian public school system or at International schools because of your advanced teaching qualifications.After a month of intensive classes, TEFL and CELTA certificates are usually obtained.In the United States and Europe, programs can cost from a few hundred dollars to a thousand dollars.
Step 3: If you don't have a passport, apply for one.
You will need at least three months to apply and receive this document, if you submit the proper forms, fees and passport photos.It will be easier for you to live and work in Italy if you have citizenship in the European Union.If you think you might be able to get an EU passport, you should apply through your country of birth.All EU nationals can visit any EU country for as long as they want, even if they stay in one of the 28 countries that make up the EU.
Step 4: Do you know your visa requirements?
How you get a teaching job in Italy will depend on where you are from.Before applying for jobs, you should research the work and tourist visa regulations in Italy.You will have an easier time living and working in an EU country if you are from a country that is part of the European Union.If this is the case, you will have an advantage over other non-EU teachers because you can travel to Italy and stay as long as you need to in order to find a job.Extra work visa requirements will not deter you from getting a similar exchange rate to your home currency.You can visit Italy for three months or 90 days if you are a citizen of the USA, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.You need to submit documentation in person at the Italian consulate, including a completed visa application form, a passport that is valid at least three months after the visa expires, and a proof of residency in the area.If you are staying in Italy longer than 90 days, you will need to apply for a residence permit.Within eight days of your arrival, you will need to report to the local police station and apply for a permit.It is difficult for non-EU citizens to get a work permit in Italy and some schools may be hesitant to hire them as teachers.Many employers don't want to have to complete all the necessary paperwork to sponsor a non-EU citizen for a work permit, as they will need to prove you are highly qualified and not taking a position away from an EU citizen.Non-EU teachers can stay in Italy for six months if they obtain a student visa.
Step 5: The resume and cover letter should be written in Italian and English.
If you want to highlight your credentials, make versions in both Italian and English.Business cards that are made in Italian should be handed out to potential employers.Employers expect you to provide a CV, a cover letter, business cards, and a sample lesson plan during an interview.
Step 6: You should save at least three thousand dollars for your expenses.
It can be expensive for a Canadian, American or Australian to live on the exchange rate in Italy.If you want to go to Italy on a tourist visa, you should have at least $2,500-3,000 in your bank account.It may take you four to six weeks to find a job teaching English and you will need to make ends meet.If you want to live in Italy, make sure you have enough money for food, clothing, and other expenses.Before you arrive in Italy, you should purchase all your visas and funds for a residency permit.
Step 7: There are positions at public and private schools.
The school year in Italy runs from September to June and is a mix of public and private schools.Students who attend public schools are divided into three age groups.At the age of 16, most Italian youths can decide if they want to continue their studies or enter the workforce.You will need to have a good grasp of the language in order to get a position in a public school.English teachers are more likely to find jobs at private schools.If you have taught English in Italy before, you will have a better chance of getting another job.If you have contacts in the teaching sector in Italy, you can use them to help you get a more permanent position.
Step 8: You can apply for a position at the camp.
The English Camp Company, Lingue Senza Frontiere, Scotia Personnel, and Canadian Island Florence are some of the organizations.Three months out of the year, native English speakers are employed to teach students aged 7 to 14.You could be asked to be a camp counselor.A summer camp position only lasts for three months.Many camps can only hire English speaking EU citizens.Employers will provide transportation, accommodations, and meals to their employees.
Step 9: There is a year-round position at a private language institute.
The majority of teaching jobs in Italy can be found in private language schools.The schools start in September or October and finish in June.The average teaching contract lasts nine to ten months.In February and March, many schools will start to advertise for open positions for the following school year.If you aren't an EU citizen or a fluent speaker, a private institute may be your best bet if you want to attend a public school.There are English teaching contracts in public schools, private schools and summer camps.Transitions Abroad and Teaching English in Italy have job opportunities.
Step 10: There is a job in an international school.
A year-round job teaching English in an international school is the best option if you have an Education degree.You can find a list of Italy's international schools on the Worldwide Schools website.
Step 11: Consider working as a tutor.
tutoring English may be the best way to teach in Italy if you like having a flexible schedule.It can be difficult to find employment as a tutor in Italy.You will often need to work at a school or institute in Italy before branching out into tutoring.To be an effective tutor, you will need to have strong English and be able to create individualized curriculum and lesson plans according to your student's needs.You should encourage referrals once you grow your client base, set your rates according to other local tutors, and post your number or email on community boards.In-office English training may be offered by some Italian companies.You will need to help your students with English and pronunciation.Lesson plans will be created based on the company's language needs.
Step 12: Look for possible positions in Italy.
If you are interested in applying to work at an Italian public school, you will have a better chance if you interview.While you look for a job, you'll need to invest money in your plane ticket and accommodations.Don't be afraid to apply for jobs in person.You can submit your resume and cover letter directly to the Head of English at the local school.Getting to know other English teachers who live and work in the area will help you get hired.If you have friends or contacts who live in the area, ask them to keep an eye out for open teaching positions.If you aren't hired during the year, consider volunteering.You can volunteer to help with a school play or after school lessons if you work in a language school or support yourself with tutoring.If you put in the effort, you may be able to get the next position.
Step 13: It is a good idea to dress well and appear well groomed.
Italians are sensitive to good hygiene and being well dressed, so don't show up to your interview unkempt.This may mean an ironing collared shirt with a tie and slacks, as well as dress shoes, for both men and women.
Step 14: You should bring your CV, cover letter, and sample lesson plan.
Many employers will ask you to provide a CV and a cover letter in Italian, as well as a sample lesson plan in English and Italian.Lesson plans may need to be created based on the needs of your students.During the interview, your employer will want to know if you can do this successfully.You should get a cellphone when you arrive in Italy.Employers will be able to contact you if you put this local number on your resume.
Step 15: Prepare to do a mock class lesson during the interview.
Employers may ask you to demonstrate your teaching ability by giving them a mock lesson in Italian.You should be able to speak in Italian with confidence and expertise.
Step 16: You need to vet the position before you accept it.
It can be risky to accept a teaching position abroad, especially if you are not there in person to meet your employer or you have just received a job offer, and you don't know how to confirm the position is all it promises.To make sure the position is valid and beneficial to your teaching career in Italy, you should ask several questions of the employer.If the employer can't provide most of the specifications, they may not be an employer you want to work for.Do you know if the employer will sponsor your work visa or if they will help you get one?If you are going to be working illegally for the employer, you will have lower pay, no health coverage, and no holiday pay.If the school can't help you with your visa, they should offer guidance and cover the fee.Health insurance is one of the benefits you will receive.Get a sense of how much coverage you are getting by checking the insurance policy.If you are expected to find housing on your own, check if your housing will be paid for.Some schools may have contacts for single housing.If you can, ask for pictures of typical employee housing and contact information for any roommates or persons that will be living with you in a shared space.To confirm the logistics of working for the employer and the state of the provided housing, you can speak to the current staff at the school.The school or placement organization may be a member of a language association.Being a member of an association means that the school has to follow certain quality assurance guidelines.If there is a curriculum you must follow and if you will be expected to provide teaching materials.You should check to see how much freedom you will have in terms of deciding what to teach.If you are given a welcome orientation, you should be given guidance from more experienced teachers.Additional training and evaluation may be offered by some schools.