Middle East

A Guide to Teaching English in the Middle East

The Middle East is perhaps the most lucrative place in the world in which to teach English. With the oil-rich Gulf States playing such a vital role in international trade and politics, the demand for business people with advanced English skills is huge – as is the potential for experienced TEFL tutors to earn money.

TEFL Job Hotspots in Middle East

At the moment we have one guide to teaching English in the Middle East, but we’ll be adding more soon. In the meantime, Turkey is our top destination for TEFL jobs in the Middle East.

TEFL Jobs in Turkey

Turkey is currently doing all it can to gain membership of the European Union, and it seems like everyone in the country is desperate to learn English in an attempt to further their European cause! This has naturally led to a huge increase in demand for qualified TEFL teachers.

Wages and Cost of Living

Places such as Dubai and Saudi Arabia offer high (and often tax-free) wages for well-qualified teachers with a few years’ experience. However, in Egypt and Turkey the wages and cost of living are lower and there is more opportunity for less experienced TEFL graduates.