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TESOL Certification Course in Prague, Czech Republic

Czech Republic overwhelms visitors with its natural splendor and historical opulence. It was for centuries known as Bohemia and the country brings out the Bohemian spirit latent in all. It is also the land of great thinkers and reformers, writers and Nobel Laureates and place that never allows you to get bored!

The economy of the country is stable and the people are eager to learn English to compete better with the rest of the world. It offers excellent job opportunity to ESL teachers who hold the right credentials.

An ESL teacher can learn about the heritage and culture of the Czech people and participate in the local festivals and cultural programs. You can update your knowledge of Czech literature that is diverse and rich. Though Prague is an expensive city but as an ESL teacher you’ll earn enough to intake most of the extravaganzas the city has on offer.

Relevant Information:
To teach in Czech Republic a TEFL /TESOL certificate is required. At times you may get trained at Prague by the school.
Previous teaching experience is not always mandatory for teaching in Czech Republic. Some schools accept novice teachers.
The teachers usually earn about 830 euro per month. For those who have previous experience receive a higher pay, but most schools are not keen to pay the higher salary.
Work hours are around 30 hours teaching a week. The more hours you work the more are your earnings.
The class strength is normally between 20 – 30 students. Keep in mind that your Czech colleagues too, who have bookish knowledge of English would try to brush up on their speaking skills by engaging you in discussions on the subject.
A small percentage of the salary may be deducted for insurance and the amount may get rounded off at 800 euro net.
However, there are big schools that require experienced teachers and pay well, so you should ask about the hourly rate before you agree to anything.
In Czech Republic the accommodation for teachers is not always provided by the school.
Prague is costly stay in other cities is considerably cheaper. Use the internet for finding reasonable accommodation. You can always seek TEFL International’s assistance in the matter.
Expected qualification of teachers is a bachelor degree in any discipline along with a TESOL/TEFL Certificates.
Some schools require native speakers, preferably British or Irish, American or Australian citizens. However, teachers from other ethnic groups may find teaching position in the country provided they have a bachelor degree in English.
It would be wise to have a phrase book on Czech language as the locals admire people who try to converse in the local language.
The above conditions are for those who wish to work in an established private school.
Those who wish to freelance and teach English at home, and without a proper permit would be doing so at their own risk. To teach at home legally, you should get a license for home teaching that is issued by the Ministry of Education
You can teach 2-4 students at home or at a student's home and the fees start from 10 euro per hour.
Remember most Czechs have learnt English strictly by grammar and translation method and are prone to question the teacher, so be thorough with your English Grammar. An area which TEFL International certificate holders can tackle as the course equips them with all the techniques of classroom management and teaching.