Teach in Ireland

There are plenty of opportunities for educators looking to teach in Ireland. Qualified STEM teachers in particular will be able to find a number of opportunities in the public school system, while ESL teachers will find increasing English teaching opportunities at language academies in the larger, metropolitan cities.

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Public Schools in Ireland

Public school teaching jobs in Ireland fall into two main categories: Primary and Secondary school teachers. Primary school teachers teach children between the ages of 4-13 and Secondary school teachers teach students 13 and up.

While Primary school teachers must be able to speak Irish in order to teach, the demand for qualified secondary school teachers who specialize in STEM subjects is quite high.

Teachers should have a good chance of finding work in schools that specifically focus on science and math, as long as they fulfill the job requirements which include a Bachelor’s degree and teaching license. Teachers with foreign teaching qualifications must apply for recognition of their qualifications to the Teaching Council, which is the statutory body that sets the standards of academic achievement and professional training required of teachers.

Private Schools in Ireland

Private language schools are common in Dublin and other major cities, where schools cover general English and Business English. Requirements typically include a Bachelor’s degree and some form of ESL teaching qualification such as a TEFL certificate, and ESL schools typically cater to non-fluent English-speaking foreigners living in the country.

To teach in a commercial language school, applicants must have a minimum of a Level 7 qualification on the National Qualification Framework. Many language institutions will provide teacher training courses, more commonly known as TEFL, which are fully accredited by the Irish Department of Education.

Members of the EU union are not required to obtain a work visa, however, non-EU citizens will need to obtain a work visa before applying for teaching jobs in Ireland, as schools do not sponsor visas.

Teaching in Ireland – Salary and Benefits

Basic Benefits	Public School Jobs in Ireland	Private School Jobs in Ireland
Salary	$31,000 – $46,000 USD	$20 per hour
Teaching Hours	27.5 hours per week	25 hours per week
Vacation	13 – 17 weeks	Varies by school
Class Size	25	Varies by school
Accommodation Cost	Paid for by the teacher	Paid for by the teacher
Airfare	Paid for by the teacher	Paid for by the teacher
Bonuses	Varies by school	Varies by school
Locations	Locations all over the country	High demand for English teachers in major cities
Start Dates	September	Start dates occur throughout the year

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TEFL Certification for Private School Teachers

Many private schools in Ireland require applicants to possess a TEFL certificate. If you’re aiming to teach at a private school overseas, a TEFL certificate is often a must. Teach Away offers two high-quality, fully online TEFL certification programs: the Teach Away TEFL course and the Manhattan University TEFL course. Both meet the hiring standards of private schools worldwide. With expert-designed coursework and career support from one of the most trusted names in global teacher recruitment, you’ll be ready to launch your international teaching career with confidence.

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