Jobs and Placements
 

English today has incontestably been accepted as a global language. With the billowing need of proficiency in English in all conceivable sectors of work has resulted in a high demand of quality English teachers who have mastered the art of EFL and ESL teaching. The requirement of learning the language is extensive – ranging from primary schools and language centers to the corporate arena. Therefore, the job opportunity for teachers is also diverse and growing.

The TESOL Certification course has therefore been unanimously nominated by native English teachers’ world over as the perfect TEFL teachers training program. The 120 hours Onsite TESOL Certification Program offered by American TESOL Institute incorporates all the significant fundamentals of teaching language to non-native English speakers. It is a perfect blend of theory and practice that helps the teacher to hone his/her ESL teaching skills.

ATI’s TESOL is robust enough to turn a native English speaker into an effectively skilled ESL teacher. The ATI certificate provides the ESL teacher with the credentials required to work abroad. The TESOL certificate opens up for the ESL teacher, job avenues at private language institutes, public schools, universities, business corporations, kindergartens as well as private tutoring and voluntary work.

Amidst a compelling cultural tapestry and nature’s bounty that stuns, working and living in Nepal promises to be a fun and rewarding experience. You will get the chance to be part of day to day life in this ancient and mystical country. You will be close to some of the world's best treks, and the Kathmandu valley - with its wonderful historic towns and temples.

The majority of jobs in Nepal for international citizens are in the fields of aid agency and relief work as well as in governmental and non-governmental assistance postings. The teaching positions however are the most challenging and enriching options where the foreign nationals get the opportunity to be close to the people, their culture and heritage while imparting knowledge. Those who commit to Nepal find a warm welcome and a fantastic way of life that awaits them.

The recent surge in demand for English speakers has resulted in increased number of TEFL positions in the country. Nepal’s goal is to ensure that the children of Nepal are able to advance their practical written and verbal English language skills. Conversational or communicative English has become more of a requirement for job placement, educational advancement and future success. Therefore, a TESOL certified native English speaker who has a genuine knack for teaching and sharing knowledge, a lot of patience and plenty of enthusiasm would have ample job opportunities in Nepal.

The ESL teaching professionals can avail jobs in the international schools and the Christian schools in Nepal. A native English speaker qualified by a degree and a TEFL certificate is best suited for these schools. To name a few - Grace Wholistic Career Development Center in Kathmandu; Kathmandu Baptist Bible School; Kathmandu International Study Center; St. Joseph’s School; ST. Xavier’s (Catholic) School. Sometimes, the TEFL institutions do also employ expatriates.

Language schools in Nepal include British Council, Nepal; Budhanilkantha School; the British School, Lincon School; Nabin School. Native ESL teachers are absorbed in great numbers here.

The local, low profile schools, the orphanages, the schools for street children, literacy centers and computer training institutes in Nepal are however the most coveted among the challenge seeking lot of EFL teachers who travel to Nepal in thirst for experience. Such institutions and organizations often lack in funding and resources. Class size can range from 10 to 40 students. School runs from Sunday to Friday with Saturday off and the students are between 4 and 16 years of age. These schools are ideal for volunteer teaching projects. Placements abound in locations like Kabhre, Chitwan, Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara. The charitable and non-profit organizations like Mondo Challenge, Action Aid, Himalayan Children’s Foundation, INFO Nepal do extensive placement of volunteers all around Nepal.

The Voluntary projects have the potential to make real contribution to the society and the indigenous people of Nepal; promoting their skills and knowledge. Teaching English at Buddhist Monasteries, participating in Teaching and Conservation Projects, teaching in elementary schools, teaching Tibetan refugees are some of the allures that can pull ESL teachers to Nepal.