At a Glance: Teaching English in Nepal
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At a Glance: Teaching English in Nepal

Teach English in the shadow of Mount Everest; this is an extremely rewarding and unique teaching opportunity.

Monthly Salary*:
0 - 50,000 NPR
Private Tutoring per Hour:
300 - 8,000 NPR
3.00 - 81.75 CAD (May 22, 2023)
Income Tax††: 0 - 20%
Ability to Save per year: 0 - 3,150 CAD
Airfare: Reimbursement (full or partial) sometimes given
Accommodations: Sometimes included or allowance may be given
Health Care: Rarely included
Holidays: Unpaid
Teaching Hours per Week: 15 - 40
Typical Contract Length: One year or less
Typical Start Month(s): Year round
Application Timeline: 1 - 3 months
Work Visa: Employer sometimes sponsors
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma and Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate
Additional Notes: Meals and airport pickup are generally included in volunteer packages

Other East Asia / Southeast Asia Countries:

Cambodia ~ China ~ Hong Kong ~ India ~ Indonesia ~ Japan ~ Korea ~ Kyrgyzstan ~ Laos ~ Malaysia ~ Nepal ~ Taiwan ~ Thailand ~ Vietnam

An ancient and highly diverse country in its culture, religious beliefs, and topography, Nepal offers a variety of different activities for TESOL/TESL certified teachers. There is something that appeals to everyone here, whether you are a white water rafter or a poet.

The combination of Oxford Seminars' internationally recognized TESOL/TESL Certification and our Job Placement Service included with the course makes teaching English abroad a reality. Learn more about teaching English in Nepal and other opportunities teaching English abroad by calling 1-888-227-6755, or by attending an upcoming free Information Session in your area.

* Wages vary depending on the economy of the country.
Exchange rates are subject to change. Check www.xe.com for current rates.
†† You will be paying income tax while teaching abroad, and the tax rate can change depending on how much money you earn.

Oxford Seminars makes every effort to keep our information as up-to-date and accurate as possible. However, individual teaching positions and experiences may vary with job market conditions. Specific information listed cannot be guaranteed to be applicable when you are seeking employment teaching ESL in a specific country.

Note that certain positions require additional qualifications and credentials that are not negotiable due to specific country legislation.