Are you curious about teaching in Kuwait? Well, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll tell you everything you need to know including all the lucrative opportunities and amazing experiences that can be found in this beautiful country!
• There is no tax on personal income. The average salary of a teacher is also very high. Think about all the money that could be saved!
• There are plenty of things to do if you decide to bring your family because Kuwait is a very family-oriented country. For example, you could take the family out to a local shopping district filled with entertainment, go on a tour of a museum, or spend the day at the beach!
• There is a friendly & welcoming community within Kuwait. Many citizens of Kuwait are open to expats and there are many organisations set up for expats to learn about the culture in Kuwait.
• Kuwait offers excellent competitive teacher benefits & packages which will surely entice anyone.
The lucrative employment packages on offer in Kuwait allow teachers to save a lot of their money they earn from their salary. These benefits may include:
• Free accommodation or an accommodation allowance
• Free flights or allowance
• Free health insurance
• Potential opportunities to develop your career
• Child tuition places or discounts (usually 1 or 2 children)
• Gratuity
Kuwait has a well-developed, high quality education system. There is a big variety of great private and international schools that follow international curriculums (e.g. UK and US). English speaking teachers are also in very high demand in Kuwait. You will have the chance to teach students of many different nationalities and share your knowledge.
Your salary and benefits should be sufficient to live in Kuwait You should be able to live a great, extravagant lifestyle while still being able to save money. Accommodation will be expensive, but it will be covered by your employment package whereas other expenses such as food and transport are quite cheap.
To obtain a teaching job in Kuwait you may need:
• A primary teacher will need a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education, preferably with a postgraduate degree in education (PGCE).
• At least 2 years of previous teaching experience is an advantage
• A secondary teacher will require a degree in their specified subject along with a PGCE.
• English Language Schools may also require a TEFL/EAL certificate
Before working for a school and in order to live in Kuwait you will need a residency visa. This visa will require your school to sponsor you and then your school will apply for a work permit on behalf of you.
The required documents for a work visa include:
• A passport that’s valid at least six months before the expiration date
• A completed visa application issued passport-size photo
• A health certificate
• Police clearance showing no criminal record
Kuwait has vast teaching opportunities. employment benefits, and an amazing lifestyle to experience. If you are an aspiring teacher reading to move abroad then this is your chance! Ready to teach in Kuwait now?
You can send your CV through our website and apply for a job position that interests you!
