International Volunteer Programs Association

Highlights

If you're looking for a unique opportunity to become an active part of a Central European community, consider CETP. This is a wonderful opportunity not just to teach abroad but to learn about another culture from the point of view of a resident rather than a tourist. Past teachers have pursued myriad interests, such as working with local Roma rights associations, coaching school drama clubs to first place in national competitions, founding girl scout troops, starting a folk crafts import-export company and indulging in weekly opera and ballet performances.

Qualifications

All Central European Teaching Program applicants must be native English speakers and have earned at least a 4-year degree. While a teaching certificate is useful, it is not always a requirement. Before departing for Hungary, all applicants must have earned a TEFL certificate, which may be gained through a 40-hour on-line course.

Minimum Education

Bachelors

Job Types

• Education
• English as a Second Language
• History

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English
• German

Cost in US$:

2,500 for 1 year; 1,800 for a semester

Cost Include Description:

We provide teaching assignments in quality, state-run schools and all necessary paperwork to obtain work visas. A private apartment with utilities (other than phone/Internet service) is provided. CETP volunteers receive the same pay as native teachers. This is plenty to live on, though some teachers augment their salary by offering private lessons. Medical care is covered while in-country, though volunteers should obtain an International Teacher's Card for travel outside of their host country. CETP has wonderful country directors who provide support and friendship, so our volunteers are never left feeling alone in a crisis, be it large or small. Our fee also includes a 5-7 day orientation in Hungary before the start of school. During this week, new teachers will receive lessons in Hungarian culture, history and language as well as teaching methodology. When not in class, we will acquaint volunteers with the wonders of Budapest. Housing, classes, local transportation, all breakfasts and two dinners will be paid by CETP. We pick up all volunteers upon their arrival in Budapest and make arrangements for staff from their schools to escort them to their new homes. And during the course of the year, excursions are planned by both the country director and the teachers themselves.

Credit Available

no

Salary/Pay

Volunteer Types

• education
• English teaching

Typical Volunteer

Age Range

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European Participant. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel to Hungary

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Phone/Video Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Central European Teaching Program's Mission Statement

The Central European Teaching Program places conversational English teachers in schools throughout Hungary. Presently our teachers are serving in nearly 60 public or parochial elementary and high schools in rural or outlying regions rather than large, well-known cities that are a natural draw for people wanting to work overseas. Although teaching experience is useful, our schools only require that applicants be native English speakers, have a 4-year degree, and complete an on-line TEFL course before teaching. We pride ourselves on the personal service and dedication we provide for both our teachers and for the schools that we serve.

Year Founded

1990