Hungary, situated in Central Europe, boasts Budapest as its capital city. Budapest, with the majestic Danube River flowing through it, showcases a stunning array of architectural landmarks. The cityscape includes Buda’s medieval Castle Hill, magnificent neo-classical buildings, and the iconic 19th-century Chain Bridge. Hungarian culture bears traces of Turkish and Roman influences, adding to its unique charm.

Central European Teaching Programme

The Central European Teaching Programme (CETP) in Hungary has a long-standing history of placing applicants in schools across the country as English language teachers. This program offers the following features:

• Open to native English speakers from the US, Canada, UK, and various European countries.
• No upper age limit—applicants of all age groups are welcome.

Programme Details

• The teaching program spans 10 months, from September to mid-June, and includes a one-week orientation before the contract begins. Alternatively, a six-month contract from January to June is also available.
• Teachers receive a local teacher’s salary, with no taxes payable, and national health insurance is included. The program organizers provide payment during holidays, and the work visa allows for travel across Europe.
• Furnished accommodation, including utilities, is provided by the program organizers for the duration of the stay.
• The program organizers can accommodate placing partners, friends, or families together.

How to Apply

To apply for the CETP, please visit the official CETP website for further information. In order to be considered for acceptance into the program, you must also provide the following documents:

• TEFL TESOL certificate, which includes 20 hours of practical classroom teaching.
• A doctor’s letter confirming good health.
• A notarized copy of your university diploma/degree.
• A background check.