Teach in Italy
Italy is a beautiful and historic country in the South of Western Europe and a member of the European Union. It has a population of over 60 million, the majority of whom reside in the Po Valley, Rome, and Naples. Teaching abroad in Italy provides many attractive opportunities for expats each year. A variety of teaching jobs in Italy can be found among the many international schools, which commonly deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB), US, or British curriculum. Italy is the third largest economy in the Euro-zone, and is highly ranked for quality of life. Salaries for teaching jobs in Italy international schools often reflect this. The basic salary is often packaged with housing and other allowances. These factors combine to make teaching in Italy an attractive option. Major urban centres such as Rome, Naples, Milan, and Bologna are the most likely locations to find international school jobs in Italy.

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International School Jobs in Italy

Many of the international schools to be found in Italy are located in large urban centres such as Rome, Milan, Naples, and Bologna. There are not as many international teaching jobs in smaller towns or in rural locations. While some international schools offer full K-12 provision, others specialise in early years, primary or secondary education. There are a large number of Primary school teaching jobs in Italy. However, teachers of most grades and subjects should be able to find teaching jobs in Italy international schools. Most international schools in Italy are accredited and deliver an internationally recognised curriculum such as the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, and IBDP), US Common Core/AERO, or the British curriculum.

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How to Find Teaching Jobs in Italy International Schools

The majority of international school jobs in Italy adhere to the Western academic calendar, starting in September and running to June or July. New hires will generally start work in September or January. Recruitment for teaching jobs in Italy will normally start in October or November of the previous year. It is important to note that not all vacancies are open to expats, and many management and support roles will be filled locally. The most commonly advertised vacancies for expatriates teaching abroad in Italy include early years, primary, and secondary teaching jobs, principal and coordinator posts, SEN/SEND and learning support, as well school counsellor and teacher librarian openings. English is the language of instruction in most international schools in Italy, though some schools are bilingual. A teacher’s licence, QTS, PGCE or equivalent qualification is normally essential for teaching jobs in Italy international schools.