Teaching English in Switzerland
How Much Can I Earn?
Monthly Salary:
1,880 - 6,250 USD
Private Tutoring per Hour:
15 - 80 CHF
19 - 100 USD
Income Tax Rate:
16 - 30%
Ability to Save per year:
500 - 4,000 USD
What Are My Benefits?
Accommodations:
Rarely included
Airfare:
Rarely included
Health Care:
Rarely included
Holidays:
Usually paid
What Will Teaching Be Like?
Teaching Hours:
12 - 35
Typical Contract Length:
One year preferred; short-term may be available
Typical Start Date:
September, January, or year round
Application Timeline:
3 - 4 months
What Do I Need?
Work Visa:
EU citizenship preferred
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree
Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certificate
Additional Notes:
Though not part of the European Union, EU citizens have easier access to positions