International Volunteer Programs Association

Highlights

Besides benefitting Hungarian students with the gift of English, CETP teachers often have the opportunity to teach other subjects, coach sports teams, and in many ways become an integral part of their community.

Since Hungary is bordered by 7 countries, the opportunity for travel is endless. Many CETP teachers join up for weekend and holiday trips to Bratislava, Vienna, and other culturally rich communities both within and outside of Hungary. Also, each semester our Hungarian director, Hajni Vancsik, organizes a 5-6 day trip to Transylvania for interested teachers.

Qualifications

Volunteers 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. Anyone choosing to live in Hungary must be adaptable, be willing to live with a reduced standard of living, and be able to smile when confronted by Eastern European bureaucracy. A sense of humor is often "just what the doctor ordered!"

Minimum Education

Associates

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

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

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

1. All documents to obtain a valid EU work visa specifically for teaching in Hungary.
2. Placement in a public or parochial school with Hungarian teacher's salary the equivalent of roughly USD 500/month. (Plenty to live on and travel within the region.)
3. A private, furnished apartment with utilities paid (excepting Internet service, which will be provided at your school free of charge.)
4. A contact teacher in the school to help with routine issues.
5. Our wonderful Hungarian director to aid you with any problem that can't be solved locally.
6. State medical insurance.
7. A warm greeting from us upon your arrival in Budapest with transportation to the site of orientation.
8. A 5-7 day orientation in Budapest prior to the start of school. New teachers will learn these basics: Hungary's history and culture, elemental Hungarian language, EFL teaching techniques, and, time permitting, some Budapest sight-seeing. During orientation, all housing, training, local transportation, breakfasts, and two dinners will be provided by CETP. we will arrange for your transportation to your new town.

Credit Available

no

Salary/Pay

Salaries, provided in local currency, are the same as those of local teachers, with the additional benefit of a free apartment with utilities paid. The salary CETP teachers receive is average by local standards and should cover all your basic needs in the host country. Teachers have the option of supplementing their pay through private tutoring. CETP also provides the following benefits: National health insurance through the host country government, work visa and temporary residency permit, a monthly CETP newsletter and the support of our wonderful country director, Hajni Vancsik.

Experience Required

yes

If applicant has no teaching experience, we require an online TEFL certificate plus 20 hours in a classroom setting, preferably one focused on teaching English as as second or foreign language.

Volunteer Types

• English teaching

Typical Volunteer

New college graduates to retirees who wish to live life with an exclamation point!

Age Range

21-75

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 or in Groups

Application Process Involves

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

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 months

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

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