At a Glance: Teaching English in Austria
The soaring Alps, the breathtaking Danube Valley, famous Vienna, and Salzburg's baroque splendor - the beauty of Austria's landscape is only outdone by its rich history, including the likes of Mozart, Schubert, Freud, and the Hapsburgs.
| Monthly Salary*: | 1,200 - 2,700 EUR |
| Accommodations: | Rarely included |
| Airfare: | Rarely included |
| Health Care: | Rarely included |
| Holidays: | Usually paid |
| Teaching Hours per Week: | 20 - 30 |
| Typical Contract Length: | One year or less |
| Typical Start Month(s): | September or January |
| Application Timeline: | 3 - 4 months |
| Private Tutoring per Hour: | 15 - 20 EUR |
| Income Tax††: | 4 - 43% |
| Cost of Living**: | Cost of a Big Mac = 4.34 EUR |
| Exchange Rate†: |
As of 05-25-2013 1.00 CAD = 0.75 EUR 1.00 EUR = 1.34 CAD |
| Ability to Save: | Low |
| Visa: | EU citizenship preferred |
| Minimum Requirements: | Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate and Bachelor's Degree |
| Additional Notes: | Summer camp positions available; opportunities to teach Business English |
Other Western Europe Countries:
Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a modern city set amidst a rich historical milieu; in fact, virtually all government, financial, and cultural institutions are based here. Working visas for Austria may be more difficult to obtain due to strict requirements regarding EU citizenship.
The combination of Oxford Seminars' internationally recognized TESOL/TESL Certification and our Graduate Placement Service included with the course makes teaching English abroad a reality. Learn more about teaching English in Austria and other opportunities teaching English abroad by calling 1-800-269-6719, or by attending an upcoming free Information Session in your area.
* Wages vary depending on the economy of the country.
** The Big Mac Index is a credible, reliable, third-party cost-of-living index created by The Economist. For comparison purposes, it lists the cost of a Canadian Big Mac at $4.73.
† Exchange rates are subject to change. Check www.xe.com for current rates.
†† Income tax rate is based on the amount of yearly income. Most TESOL/TESL instructors will be charged no more than the minimum percentage.
Oxford Seminars makes every effort to keep our information as up-to-date and accurate as possible. However, individual teaching positions and experiences may vary with job market conditions. Specific information listed cannot be guaranteed to be applicable when you are seeking employment teaching ESL in a specific country.
Note that certain positions require additional qualifications and credentials that are not negotiable due to specific country legislation.
