Teaching English In The Middle East As A Women

Teaching English In The Middle East As A Women

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Teaching English in the Middle East offers a unique blend of opportunities and challenges, especially for women. This article seeks to provide an in-depth exploration of the distinctive facets of teaching in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain from a female perspective. The Middle East, with its rich history, diverse cultures, and fast-growing economies, has become an increasingly attractive destination for English teachers from around the world. For women, this path offers a remarkable opportunity to engage with students, immerse themselves in local communities, and contribute to the region's educational growth. However, it is essential to recognize the unique considerations and cultural contexts that women may encounter in these countries. We will look into the cultural dynamics that play a pivotal role in the Middle…
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Experiencing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Experiencing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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● Teaching Location: Jouf, Tabuk and Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ● Type of Teaching Job: Universities and Private Language Institute ● Student Age Group: Young Adults and Adults ● Monthly Salary: 12,000 SAR (~3,200 USD) ● Monthly Rent: 0 (Provided) ● Living Arrangement: Shared villas/flat ● Monthly Savings: 2,700 USD ● Contract Bonuses: Airfare, End of contract bonus ⋯ By Taiwanda Bason ⋯ Like all places, Saudi Arabia has its favorable and unfavorable points. Most people in Saudi and outside of Saudi believe that Americans will have a hard time because of the stark contrast between its culture and the West. However, I think because of my desire to see what life was like in other countries outside of America, I was the ideal candidate to go because I wasn't…
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The Pros and Cons of Teaching English in the UAE

The Pros and Cons of Teaching English in the UAE

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● Location: Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates ● Type of Teaching Job: Public School: Abu Dhabi Education Council; Al Dhama’a School for Boys ● Student Age Group: Teenagers (10th grade) ● Monthly Salary: Monthly salary of 14,692 dirhams (~$4,000 USD), plus end of service bonus (EOS) bonus of a month’s pay for each year worked ● Monthly Rent: A 2 or 3-bedroom flat was included in my pay package. Otherwise rent is approximately 65-70K dirhams annually for a similar 3-bedroom flat. ● Living Arrangement: Private apartment ● Monthly Savings: Approximately 3,700-4,400 dirhams ($1,000~$1,200 USD) ● Contract Bonuses: Round-trip airfare for whole family, severance bonus of one month’s pay for every year worked ⋯ By Shon Rand ⋯ Living in the United Arab Emirates for three years was a bit…
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