Country Guides: Netherlands

The preferred destination for party-hard stag nights, the Netherlands is more than just canals and coffeeshops. A combination of Catholic and Calvinist roots with a liberal and tolerant present have shaped an enigmatic country that fascinates those who make the effort. From the cosmopolitan glamour of Amsterdam to the windmills and flower fields that dot the countryside, this is a country worth exploring.

Like many western European countries, The Netherlands has an excellent transport system. Trains run the length and breadth of the country, and buses are great for shorter distances. And, of course, you can’t come here without hiring a bicycle and exploring the country’s forgivingly flat landscape.

Demand for Teachers

High

Main TEFL Regions

Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague

Main Types of Teaching

• Bilingual State Schools: General English

• Private Language Schools: Business English, General English

• Universities: English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

• University 'Colleges': English for Specific Purposes (ESP)

• In-Company English Programs: Business English, General English

Busiest Periods

September-June

Salary

• €20 - €35 per hour

• Pay is commensurate with a teacher's qualifications and experience.

Tax

30-40%

Contracts

9-12 months

Visa Requirements

• EU citizens are eligible for employment.

• Non-EU citizens require a written letter of employment to obtain a work visa.

Requirements

• University degree

• TEFL qualification

• English speaker

Before you go

Read this…

Undutchables – excellent observation of the Dutch and their ways.

Watch this…

Turkish Fruit – a love story between an artist and a young woman, directed by Paul Verhoeven.