At a Glance: Teaching English in Bulgaria
Teaching English in Bulgaria is a great way for those interested in teaching in Europe to do so. Bulgaria sits at the crossroads of the major tourist routes between Eastern Europe, Western Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, and the Middle East.
| Monthly Salary*: | 900 - 1,300 BGN |
| Accommodations: | Rarely included |
| Airfare: | Rarely included |
| Health Care: | Usually included |
| Holidays: | Usually paid |
| Teaching Hours per Week: | 10 - 35 |
| Typical Contract Length: | One year or less |
| Typical Start Month(s): | September or January |
| Application Timeline: | 2 - 3 months |
| Private Tutoring per Hour: | 10 - 25 BGN |
| Income Tax††: | 10% |
| Cost of Living**: | Cost of a Big Mac = 2.78 BGN |
| Exchange Rate†: |
As of 05-22-2013 1.00 BGN = 0.68 CAD 1.00 CAD = 1.47 BGN |
| Ability to Save: | Moderate |
| Visa: | EU citizenship preferred |
| Minimum Requirements: | Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate and High School Diploma; Bachelor's Degree preferred |
| Additional Notes: | Previous ESL teaching experience is preferred; Summer camp positions may be available |
Other Eastern Europe Countries:
Bulgaria features notably diverse landscapes, ranging from the Alpine snow-capped peaks of the Balkan Mountains to the mild and sunny Black Sea coast. Its long history has provided the world with many great wonders, from the Cyrillic alphabet to the father of the modern digital computer. Bulgaria hosts nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and its capital, Sofia, is one of the oldest cities in Europe.
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 Bulgaria 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.
