TEACH ENGLISH IN OMAN

About Teaching English in Oman

An ancient crossroads of trade linking South Asia and the Middle East with Africa, Oman boasts extraordinary history in addition to fantastic coastal beauty and rich cultural heritage. Qualified English teachers in Oman can realistically expect to make $1,600 - $3,000 tax-free a month with benefits including airfare to and from the assignment, health insurance, and even furnished housing. 

To teach English in Oman, you will need a TEFL certificate and a 4-year college degree in any field (although a Master's degree is preferred). You must be a native English speaker as well. The average salary for an English teacher in Oman is about $1,600 - 3,100 USD per month.

Many schools also require prior teaching experience and the job market in Oman is more competitive than many others. 

Most English teachers in Oman are hired in advance from their own country and have their visa processed prior to their departure for their teaching destination. Expect the interview and visa processes to take 1-3 months.

Find English Teacher Jobs in Oman: Requirements

TEFL Certification

A TEFL certification is typically required to teach English in Oman, and it's common for schools to prefer applicants with advanced credentials or extensive teaching experience.

Interviews are typically conducted in advance from your home country. Because of this, it is most common for students to take one of our online and in-person TEFL courses below.

Native English-Speaking Proficiency

Schools in Oman prefer to hire native English speakers (citizens from the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa), however, there are some exceptions so be sure to get in touch with your ITA Admissions Advisor to discuss this in further detail.

Degree Requirement

At a minimum, English teachers will need to possess a bachelor’s degree in addition to their TEFL certification. With that said, many schools in Oman will require teachers to possess a degree specifically in education or a Master’s degree (often in any field). Many will strongly prefer candidates to have previous teaching experience and/or a teaching license from a country like the U.S or the U.K.

Background Check for TEFL Jobs in Oman

You will require a clean FBI background check in order to process your work visa.

How to get a Job Teaching English in Oman

English teaching Jobs in Oman

The most common job types in Oman consist of:

• Teaching adults, business professionals, or children in private language schools, international schools, and occasionally in vocational colleges or universities.
• Private tutoring both children and adults.
• Teaching English Online.

ESL Jobs in Oman: Hiring & Visa

English teachers in Oman can expect to find jobs year-round. Interviews are typically conducted via video chat in advance from your home country. Many schools recruit in the spring for positions that begin with the new academic year in August/September.

In addition, it is standard practice for English teachers in Oman to receive a sponsored work visa via their employer.

Teaching in Oman: Hours

English language schools in Oman typically offer 20-25 hours per week of work, leaving you plenty of opportunities to travel and explore.

Teaching Omani Students

There are a variety of teaching opportunities in Oman with all different demographics. It is most common that your students will be adults and business professionals, but it's also possible to teach elementary and high school-aged children.

TEFL Oman Salary & Cost of Living

Start-up Costs

Start-up costs will range from $1,000 - 1,500 USD (400 - 600 OMR). These are expenses you will incur from your arrival in Oman until you receive your first paycheck, things like meals and transportation. This doesn't include costs for housing because it's typically provided by your employer. 

English Teacher Salary in Oman

A solid hourly wage enables teachers the opportunity to live a comfortable lifestyle while in Oman and save each month after expenses. Teachers can expect to earn $1,600 - 3,100 USD (600 - 1,200 OMR) per month and save $800+ per month. 

On top of generous pay, it's common for employers to pay for teacher's housing and sometimes even provide reimbursement for flight costs. 

Cost of Living & Savings

The cost of living typically ranges between $800 - $ 1,550 USD (300 - 600 OMR) Plus housing per month (if not included).

English teachers in Oman can expect to save money each month. This means you can cover your rent and bills, support yourself, live comfortably, and enjoy your life abroad to the fullest, and also save money at the end of the month. 

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