Teach in Guyana

Teaching abroad in Guyana is an exceptional way to experience South America while earning a competitive salary. Guyana, a northern nation in South America, is a diverse and lush country with plenty to attract teachers, travelers, and expatriates.

Top English teaching jobs in Guyana

Regional Middle East International School Job Fair - November 24th

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Certified English Tutor (Remote)

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Private International School Teaching Jobs in Guyana

Most private international schools in Guyana are located in Georgetown, the country’s capital city. Teachers can expect to earn a salary that may seem modest by Western standards, but that will provide more than enough for living comfortably in Guyana. Teaching jobs in Guyana typically pay $1,000 USD per month, though this amount may fluctuate based on qualifications and experience.

Teaching jobs in Guyana may offer any or all of the following benefits: furnished accommodations or an accommodations allowance, return airfare, medical insurance, vacation time, and contract completion bonuses. Most contracts for teaching jobs in Guyana are 2 years in length. Private international schools in Guyana require that candidates have at least 2 years of relevant teaching experience in order to be eligible for a teaching position.

ESL Teaching Jobs in Guyana

ESL teaching jobs in Guyana may prove difficult to come by, though the ESL market is beginning to grow. ESL teachers in Guyana will typically work 20-30 hours per week, teaching a wide variety of age groups at a private language school. ESL teaching jobs in Guyana often involve extracurricular involvement, such as creative school resources, offering extra help after hours, and getting involved in the community.

ESL teaching jobs in Guyana typically pay $650-850 USD per month. The cost of living in Guyana is quite low so teachers are able to live comfortably while enjoying a flexible schedule. ESL teaching jobs in Guyana may offer the option of overtime, though this is not mandatory.

TEFL Certification for Private School Teachers

Many private schools in Guyana require applicants to possess a TEFL certificate. The University of Toronto’s TEFL Online Certificate can help you become a leading candidate for some of the top Guyanese private school positions.