Teaching in Kyrgyzstan
Teaching Jobs in Kyrgyzstan
Teaching English in Kyrgyzstan can be difficult, as foreigners may have a hard time obtaining a non-tourist visa. However, teachers who wish to travel to Kyrgystan to teach English may be able to do so through volunteer opportunities.
For teachers interested in teaching English, a TEFL certificate is always an asset.
Teaching in Kyrgyzstan – Hiring
The school year for private or non-profit schools starts in late August/early September and finishes in June. Schools will usually start recruitment for the coming school year in early spring. For volunteer openings, start dates may take place throughout the year.
To apply for a teaching position in Kyrgyzstan, teachers should apply via the Teach Away application portal.
Living in Kyrgyzstan
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Kyrgyzstan at a glance
Country information
Capital: Bishkek
Language: Kyrgyz, Russian
Population: 5.2 million
Currency: Kyrgyz som (KGS)v
Government: Republic
Quick facts
With an average of 29.5 residents for each square kilometre of land, Kyrgyzstan is one of the world’s most sparsely populated countries.
Osh, Kyrgyzstan’s second city, is over 3,000 years old. The city’s market was a key trading point on the Silk Road, the overland route taken by caravans heading between Europe and Asia.
The Silk Road, a major trade route between China and Europe, used to run directly through Kyrgyzstan.
A popular drink in Kyrgyzstan is “kumyz”, which is made from fermented mare’s milk.