Culture Shock Italy

Culture shock is a common experience for TEFL teachers who move to a new country to teach English. It is the feeling of disorientation and discomfort that can arise when individuals are immersed in a culture that is different from their own. Symptoms of culture shock may include feelings of frustration, loneliness, homesickness, and confusion. It is essential for TEFL teachers to recognize and understand the stages of culture shock to effectively cope with the challenges it presents. There are several strategies that TEFL teachers can employ to cope with culture shock while teaching abroad. Firstly, it is crucial to maintain an open mind and be willing to learn about the new culture. Engaging in cultural activities, trying local foods, and participating in community events can help...  [Read more]

Culture shock is a common phenomenon experienced by many individuals who move to a new country or culture. TEFL teachers are particularly susceptible to culture shock due to the unique challenges of living and working in a foreign environment. Culture shock typically occurs in four stages: the honeymoon stage, the negotiation stage, the adjustment stage, and the adaptation stage. During the honeymoon stage, everything is new and exciting, but this feeling eventually gives way to the negotiation stage, where differences in customs, language, and daily life can become overwhelming. The adjustment stage is characterized by a growing sense of familiarity and comfort, leading to the adaptation stage where individuals feel fully integrated into the new culture. There are several strategies that...  [Read more]

Date posted:2020-12-20 | Writer: International Meeting Point | Email: [email protected] Full-time native level English teacher required for private language school in Reggio Calabria, Southern Italy starting in January 2021.Details of PositionWe are looking for an enthusiastic TEFL teacher to join our team as soon as possible. This teacher would focus on pre-school and Young Learners, with the opportunity to teach some exam classes in preparation for Cambridge exams (March or June 2021) and adult individual lessons.The levels currently taught at the school are Pre-School, Young Learners (Starters, Movers, Flyers), KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE and IELTS. We teach a range of age groups, mostly aged between 4-18, with some adult classes.The successful applicant will be teaching...  [Read more]

Date posted:2020-07-20 | Writer: International Language School Services (ILSS) | Email: [email protected] International Language School Services (ILSS) is a well established language school in Bari. We have opportunities for EFL teachers who are available to work from 28th September 2020 to 31st May 2021. Teachers must be committed to delivering high quality lessons to young children, teenagers and adults at any linguistic level and have excellent knowledge for exam preparation.Areas in which teachers will be involved -• General English (children/teenagers)• General English(adults)• Examination classes• One to one lessons, ESP/Business EnglishWorking days are Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm and Saturday 9am-1pm. Average teaching hours: 25 hours per week.SALARY & BENEFITS:Guaranteed...  [Read more]

Date posted:2023-01-10 | Writer: International Meeting Point | Email: [email protected] The International Meeting School offers various training programs for adults and children ranging from preparation for the Cambridge ESOL, TOEFL, IELTS, Trinity exams to study holidays abroad. The international Meeting Point is a Cambridge Assessment English preparation centre.Details of PositionThe levels currently taught at the school are Pre-School, Young Learners (Starters, Movers, Flyers), KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE and IELTS.We teach a range of age groups, mostly aged between 4-18, with some adult classes.The successful applicant will be teaching small class sizes (max. 12 students) with some one-to-one lessons.The contract will last from January until mid-June 2023 with an...  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-02-12 | Writer: My English School Napoli | Email: [email protected] My English School Napoli is looking for a qualified, passionate native level English-speaker to join our young, dynamic teaching team in Napoli.Positions would start in March & April, 2022.Full-time & Part-time contracts.Details of PositionAt MyES, Fun and creativity are encouraged in our learning-centered workplace. Full training is provided, as well as the chance to be part of the life of the school through ongoing training, team meetings, events and social life.We use a communicative methodology, and make use of technology in the classroom and outside of the classroom.QualificationsTEFL/CELTA certificate or similar.There are various positions for certified teachers, with or without experience....  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-07-04 | Writer: The British Centre SNC | Email: [email protected] We are looking to recruit one new teacher for our school in Alessandria to work with adults and children.Contract starts on 12th September and ends on 12th June.Fully paid 3 week training course to build confidence teaching using our methodology.(communicative, fun, lots of conversation and very much student centred). A great way to know the school and students before officially starting the courses. The position is for a general EFL teacher. You must either be a native speaker or have a native speaker level of competence.Age 8-18 exam courses/Trinity/CambridgeAdult courses - beginner to advancedIndividualsSome work in state schools for exam preparationPossibility of company courses26 hour teaching...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-07-20 | Writer: Trinity English Academy | Email: [email protected] BRITISH SCHOOL OF FOGGIA (affiliated with Trinity English Academy)If you are a qualified CELTA/TEFL/TESOL native level speaking English Teacher with a passion for teaching and a friendly and enthusiastic personality to match, we would love for you to join our team. We offer a good salary with added benefits including Pension Scheme and paid Italian public holidays. Courses begin in October 2021.Details of PositionBRITISH SCHOOL affiliated with TRINITY ENGLISH ACADEMYBritish School was the first English school established in Foggia, Italy with over 30 years of history. We are situated in the core of Foggia, the second largest city in the Puglia region (southern Italy). We are looking to recruit...  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-09-02 | Writer: Robert's School of English | Email: [email protected] Roberts School of English is a well-established private language school in Cosenza, Calabria.A qualified native level EFL teacher is required for the new academic year starting from the end of September 2022 to June 2023. Details of PositionCandidates will be expected to teach young children, teenagers and adults from elementary to proficiency level, as well as preparation courses for Cambridge, IELTS and Trinity exams.We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who truly enjoys teaching with the ability to offer dynamic, engaging and communicative lessons. Well-prepared classes and strong classroom management skills are essential.QualificationsUniversity degree TEFL, TESOL, CELTA or DELTA...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-01-30 | Writer: Morgan School Legnago | Email: [email protected] Morgan Schools are a network of 45 modern private schools throughout Italy. The ideal candidate should be dynamic, cheerful, professional, hard working and have the flexibility to work with all age groups.The Schools offer language teaching to students of all ages:- Adult General English & Business English courses- Teens Cambridge exams preparation- Cambridge, IELTS, ESB, TOEFL and Trinity exams preparation courses- Kids classes starting from 7 years old- Business English for Companies and ProfessionalsInterviews by SkypeThe positions are available from NOW until the 30th of June 2021 (renewable) + possibility of summer work in July and August Qualifications- CELTA, Trinity, TEFL or EquivalentThose...  [Read more]

Date posted:2023-08-26 | Writer: Morgan School Airola | Email: [email protected]  Morgan Schools are a network of modern private schools throughout Italy. Our branch in Airola, Southern Italy, is currently seeking professional Teachers for the new academic year: SEPTEMBER 2023-MAY 2024.The ideal candidate should be reliable, dynamic, adaptable and hardworking and also must have a great sense of humour.Our school offers free internet access and a top-notch selection of up-to-date ELT resources available to all our staff.The Schools offer language teaching to students of all ages:- Adult General courses- Kids and teens general courses- Cambridge & IELTS preparation coursesInterviews by:- Zoom Qualifications- Have a CELTA or TEFL qualification- Have teaching experience of a...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Rapport has long been considered military term-when servicemembers humanize their identity amongst their captors during the time of war. The fashion of rapport has since evolved into a meaningful approach in the teaching world-most notably teachers who chose a career abroad. The important factors listed below could prove to be the difference between miserable teaching experience and solid one. No Efforts to Learn about the Culture Curiosity in Another Culture is Beneficial Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate James A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teachers moving abroad to...  [Read more]

TEFL jobs in Italy can be found country wide, from Milan to Naples, Rome to Venice. View samples of TEFL jobs in Italy here to gain an overall pictures of requirements and conditions for teaching in Italy. Each posting has school contact details and these can be used to contact schools directly. Forward your resume/CV with a cover letter and a picture. Visit Teaching English in Italy for further specifics about TEFL jobs in Italy. Always consult TEFL job web sites for up-to-date postings, seek sources of school contact details via online directories. Adopt a pro-active position and to find TEFL jobs in Italy. Visit TEFL Courses in Italy for World-class TEFL certification in Italy.  Urgently seeking English teachers – Italy Writer: Cambridge School of English | Email:...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-08-12 | Writer: British School Group | Email: [email protected] British School Group (est. 1952) requires an EFL teacher of Young Learners (3-13yrs) for its schools in the Basilicata region of Italy. The teacher will need to be able to engage students in fun and creative activities. Our main school is based in Melfi (PZ), with two smaller branches in Lavello and Venosa. Melfi is a tranquil market town (pop. 18,000) with its own castle and lies at the foot of an extinct volcano  Teachers can expect to teach at all three schools which are close to each other and for which transportation will be provided. The teachers’ room is stocked with a modest collection of materials for lesson-planning purposes. Coffee and tea-making facilities are available....  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-04-24 | Writer: English Club | Email: [email protected] We are looking for an EFL teacher who loves working with very young children. The children's age goes from 2 to 10, divided in Enfant and Primary School. The school is a private one. Classes are around 15 students each.Working days are from Monday to Friday. The hours depend on which school is available.Good environment.RequirementsWe require:experience with children.at least 2 years of teaching experience (are not essential but preferred)TEFL Certificate or similar is preferred To apply, please contact the email address in the job heading. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Date posted:2017-11-22 | Writer: British American Language Academy | Email: [email protected] British American Language Academy in Naples, Italy, is seeking energetic English Speaker instructors who can deliver quality lessons to both young learners and adult students. Our teachers main responsibility is to help students understand English, speak it and be able to read and write it as well as prepare them for ESOL examinations. We are looking for EFL instructors who are committed and have genuine interest in teaching. The ideal candidate is friendly, motivated and works well in a team oriented environment. DUTIES: Creating a vibrant teaching atmosphere Evaluating students' class work and assignments. Preparing classroom and coursework materials, homework assignments, and handouts...  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-05-06 | Writer: Tuttolingue | Email: [email protected] We are looking for a tutor to teach English in our residential camp for Italian children aged 7-14. The camp will be held in Sicily from June 18th to July 18, 2022.We will provide the Camp programme and the didactic materials.The ideal candidate is an energetic individual who loves working with young learners and is passionate about teaching English using games, songs and fun activities.Salary and benefitsIt’s a paid position which includes training, all meals and accommodation in a hotel.There is a possibility of obtaining a permanent position for the next academic year 2022/23.RequirementsThe ideal teacher should:- be a EU resident, eligible to work in Italy- be over 18- hold a TEFL/TESOL certification- be able...  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-10-02 | Writer: English for Business | Email: [email protected] Our story began in 2011 in response to the language training needs of companies and professionals. We create bespoke training programmes for specific needs, and our courses are reserved exclusively for professional clients.Our mission is to become the go-to organisation for all our clients’ language-related needs, whether they are language training, translations or interpreting.Our core values are adaptability, attention to detail, reliability, innovation and quality.Job SummaryAs a Teacher, you play a central and pivotal role in the success of our Students journey to acquire the English language. You will directly contribute to the Students learning by preparing and teaching fun, interactive, and...  [Read more]

Date posted:2023-07-04 | Writer: Joan's British Centre | Email: [email protected] Joan's British Centre is a language school located in Verbania, a beautiful area in the North of Italy, on the shores of Lake Maggiore, close to the Alps and Switzerland. The school is looking for a passionate creative English teacher to join its staff for the next academic year 2023/24.This position is open for a native-level or mother tongue English speaker who is willing to commit for the entire period.Job Summary:- From September 2023 to June 2024- 25 teaching hours per week- Lessons in presence at the school, online, in public schools or firms in the Verbania areaResponsibilities:- Preparing lesson plans and teaching material- Teaching English to young learners (5+), teenagers and adults-...  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-08-24 | Writer: School of English | Email: [email protected] School of English - Trinity and Cambridge Examination Centre is searching for a qualified native level English teacher from October to May in Sicily (Villafranca Tirrena-Messina).Must be out-going, friendly and must enjoy teaching people of all ages and abilities.Working days: Monday - Saturday30 hours of teaching a week.The school has a partnership with a host who can provide the teacher with advantageous accommodation. The accomomdation consists of a flat walking distance 10 minutes to the school and 2 minutes to the beach. The flat is for a teacher.QualificationsDegree required.TEFL/TESOL preferredSalary and BenefitsSalary will be 1500 euros net per month. To apply, please send your full CV plus a...  [Read more]

Date posted:2022-04-18 | Writer: English Club | Email: [email protected] EFL teacher needed for immediate employment in Cerignola, Italy. English Club is an official Cambridge English Preparation Centre. The teacher will hold classes mainly for speaking and listening practice in order to prepare students for Cambridge exams from A1 to C2.Salary and benefits€ 1350,00 net a month. Paid holidays. Assistance for accommodation.RequirementsNative-level English TeacherExperienced in online teachingFully Qualified TEFL/TESOL/CELTA etcEnthusiasm and 1 year experienceTo apply, please send your cv to the email address given in the job heading. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-05-18 | Writer: Tuttolingue | Email: [email protected] We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic, responsible and reliable EFL tutors who love working with children and are prepared to teach English in a fun way through games, songs , activities, etc.Our summer camp for Italian children aged 8-12 runs from June 27 to July 11 2021. It is located in Marina di Patti, a charming tiny village and seaside resort located in Sicily, south of Italy, between Milazzo and Capo Calavà.We provide the Camp programme and the teaching materials.RequirementsThe ideal candidate should :- have previous teaching experience- have experience of working in a summer school environment (DESIRABLE)- be mother tongue English speaker or near native proficiency- enjoy working with children- be...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-09-29 | Writer: The English Studio | Email: [email protected] The English Studio is a small English school based in Umbria, the green heart of Italy. With classes of children, teens and adults of no more than 6 per class, we offer personalised courses based on the needs and expectations of our students. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced EFL teacher with a passion for working with children. This teaching post is made for teachers who want to have fun. There is a clear academic program to be followed, but much freedom as to how you go about it. New ideas/material to achieve end of year objectives are always appreciated. The school has a family feel and the children are extremely sweet (I'm biased!). The majority of our students are between 7...  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-03-12 | Writer: My English School | Email: [email protected] MyES has 50 schools across Italy, France and Spain. We are proud to be an innovative leader in the world of EFL, to be a fun and friendly place to work and study, and above all a place where people, MyES students and MyES team members, come first. We are currently looking for a Director of Studies for our school in Udine, Italy, to start on May 1st, with training prior to this date. ROLE: To work in close collaboration with the Centre Director to look after the Didactic side of the school – teaching, learning and student satisfaction, applying the My English School Learning Method. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Recruitment and Training of new teachers. Training conducted through observations, training sessions...  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-03-04 | Writer: My English School | Email: [email protected] MyES has 50 schools across Italy, France and Spain. We are proud to be an innovative leader in the world of EFL, to be a fun and friendly place to work and study, and above all a place where people, MyES students and MyES team members, come first. We are currently looking for a Director of Studies for our school in Treviso, Italy, to start on July 1st, with training in June. ROLE: To work in close collaboration with the Centre Director to look after the Didactic side of the school – teaching, learning and student satisfaction, applying the My English School Learning Method. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Recruitment and Training of new teachers. Training conducted through observations, training sessions and team...  [Read more]

Date posted:2025-12-29 | Writer: Cambridge School of English | Email: [email protected] Join our private English school in Caianello, Italy! We’re looking for passionate teachers to work afternoons, Monday–Friday. We offer: Friendly, supportive environment Training and mentorship opportunities Competitive salary Assistance with accommodation and settling in ? Send your CV to [email protected] Help our students fall in love with English!  Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Date posted:2024-02-14 | Writer: Lord Byron College | Email: [email protected] One of Italy's largest private language schools, with fifty years' experience, a government recognised foundation and authorised testing and training centre for Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL and the Cambridge DELTA qualification. We are seeking qualified and career minded native and native level EFL teachers for the period from March to June or July 2024 with possibility of extension. Good working conditions, full support, possibility to become Cambridge and IELTS examiner.QualificationsDegree and TEFL qualification. Please note that we can only consider non EU applicants with right to work in the EU. We can employ Canadian teachers but they must have obtained the Working Holiday visa programme....  [Read more]

Date posted:2021-08-08 | Writer: Bell Beyond | Email: [email protected] We are looking for fun, enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join us as English tutors this summer!Here at BELL we provide an open and enjoyable learning environment in order to enhance our students' English language skills.Our programme is heartily revolved around our ethos of EDU-TAINMENT, which is the collaboration of education and entertainment. Through activities, games, songs, dancing, acting and performance, we bring education and entertainment together to ensure high levels of fun and learning.Our key focus at BELL is to ensure that our summer camp participants have the best possible experience! This upcoming year, we will continue to educate and inspire over 2,000 campers.Before heading off to...  [Read more]

Date posted:2023-09-14 | Writer: Speakeasy School of Languages | Email: [email protected] We are looking for organized, flexible, energetic, and confident individuals who can be creative and empathetic in the classroom. The single most important quality is the relationship with your class - you need to be engaged at all times and care about your students. We need people who care about people.Job Summary  •    25 - 32 hours per week•    Cambridge Exams preparation.•    5 days per week.•    Levels: Pre-A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE (according to experience).•    starting from € 1300 NET per month( depending on the candidate's experience) , plus...  [Read more]

Date posted:2019-11-13 | Writer: Teach English In Rome | Email: [email protected] Teach English In Rome makes it easier for TEFL teachers to find a job they’ll like in the Eternal City.  Rome has over 100 English language schools and working conditions at these schools vary.  Rome is also a large city where traffic congestion is often a problem.  This combination makes it challenging to find a good fit in a job. This is where Teach English in Rome comes in! We’ve made a database of contact information of all the English schools in Rome.  This makes it easier for you to contact the schools in a specific geographic location so that you can cut back on your commute time. Each listing in our school’s database also has an embedded...  [Read more]