Hi Gabrielle,

This content is from Let's Go: Western Europe.

Some schools prefer applicants from within the EU to simplify the work permit process; for this reason, non-EU citizens may have a harder time finding teaching jobs. Many schools require teachers to have a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate. Not having one does not necessarily exclude you from finding a teaching job, but certified teachers often find higher paying jobs. Native English speakers working in private schools are most often hired for English-immersion classrooms where the local language is not spoken.

Good luck!

Kraig
EU citizen