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English Link employs qualified English teachers for 10 month contracts beginning in September and running until June. English Link teaches English to students of all ages and levels. The classes are never bigger than 12 students, and are usually about 4 t ...
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Rural Community Development Programme Nepal's (RCDP-Nepal) internship programme is a work or study opportunity which provides the participants with some practical experience and the opportunity to gain exposure to their area of academic or career interest ...
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The Teach-in-China Programme was created to assist those who are interested in teaching English in China to locate positions there. The Teach in China programme has established extensive ties with various types of educational institutions in China, includ ...
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Job openings are available worldwide at Inlingua's various language centres. All of Inlingua's trainers are native speakers of the language they teach. Applicants who are interested in a position within the Inlingua network should apply to specific postin ...
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Pueblo Ingles seeks out native speakers to provide their participants with exposure to the English language and provide a framework that guarantees a package of English that cannot be achieved anywhere else. Native English speakers come to Spain from arou ...
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Zayed University has an extensive range of employment opportunities available for talented teaching faculty, and staff. They recruit both male and female teachers as English Instructors, and for other teaching positions. Most faculty commence in early Aug ...
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Channel Crossings is an established language training company, founded in 1993 and getting bigger all the time. They are based in brand new premises in the town centre with six classrooms and extensive teachers' resources. Between these two centres, Chann ...
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Cape Studies Language School offers English classes that are dynamic, multicultural and fun with students from all over the world. Most of their students come from Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, Poland and Japan - but there are many students from ot ...
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In collaboration with local organizations, Institute for Field Research Expeditions (IFRE) presently offers volunteer and intern abroad programs in Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, China, Thailand, Peru, Costa Rica, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa and Tanzania. Their ...
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New Start offers English courses from Basic to Advanced, as well as specialized courses and tailor-made immersions.
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Centro Venezolano Americano's (CVA) International Internship Programme enables foreign graduates coming from the United States and Canada to learn Spanish, get in touch with the Venezuelan ways and culture and also gain valuable teaching experience in a n ...
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Professional Language Solutions have various teaching positions arising throughout the year and are always interested in meeting good tutors in any language. Applications are always welcome for ELT positions in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Algeria, Azerbaijan an ...
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The Soros Language School employs various English language teachers throughout the year. Teachers will be expected to teach all learners, from children to professionals. Teacher training an accommodation are included. Teachers should have TEFL qualificati ...
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ECC is always seeking well-qualified, energetic teachers. They are able to offer employment opportunities at all times of the year, in all regions of Thailand. Interested applicants should complete and submit an application form with supporting materials.
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Byron Language Development frequently has openings for well qualified teachers with a minimum of three teaching years experience and a smart, professional attitude and appearance.
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Students may also like to consider combining a language course with a period of Work Placement. This provides participants with extra language practice, as well as enabling them to come to a deeper understanding of the culture, customs and way of life of ...
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Active Languages recruits native English speakers who are qualified EFL teachers for their private language schools in Ankara.
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The British Institute (TBI) currently has 10 schools in Indonesia and has been the quality benchmark for ESL for more than 20 years. They hire EFL teachers throughout the year. They offer teachers a superior benefits package, exceptional professional care ...
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English for Kids runs summer camps for children in Austria. These camps allow for native English speakers to work in Austria as teachers or counsellors. Positions available include English Teachers, Homeroom Supervisors and Camp Counsellors. Staff receive ...
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Experiential Learning International (ELI) partners with local organizations to provide international internships in various fields including education, conservation, health care, law, business, media/communications, development and humanitarian work. Inte ...
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