UNITED STATES and UK Citizens ONLY

Immediate Opennings for the 2026-2027 School Year

Start teaching September or October 1, 2026!

The Central European Teaching Program is searching for excellent ESL teachers who are USA or UK Citizens for:

1. Primary School in Gyula: Soak in the local spa, visit the palace museum, or check out festivals in this small tourism centered community. Teach in a lovely school with supportive staff.
2. Primary School Eger: Explore the wine cellars in the surrounding countryside and visit the historic castle and minaret.
3. Primary School in Lipót: Join the tight knit village community, live in a beautiful hotel, with meals provided by the hotel restaurant chefs. A true immersion into Hungarian village life.
4. Primary School Mór: Explore the vineyards and nearby cities while teaching in a collaborative environment.
5. Primary School in Nyíregyháza: Known for its zoo, universities, and historical significance, Nyíregyháza is a hub for northeastern Hungary. Join the community of CETP teachers in the area, while teaching at an excellent primary school.

If you are interested in joining CETP for the 2026-2027 school year, please email teach@cetp.info with the following information:

1. CV / Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Citizenship (USA, UK)
4. TEFL or CELTA, Teaching Certificates and Licenses

Apply today! Our next orientation for new teachers is in Budapest on October 3!

CETP is the oldest and largest provider of native English language speaking teachers in Hungary. It is our mission to provide highly qualified and enthusiastic teachers to nearly one hundred schools across the nation.

Applicants must be native speakers of English and:

1. Be citizens of the United States or the UK (no exceptions!)
2. Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any major
3. Have completed a TEFL Certificate or CELTA Course

Application Process and Fees

1. Applicant Screening: Submit your CV and cover letter, as well as scanned copies of your diploma(s) and TEFL certificate to CETP via email: teach@cetp.info
2. Interview with CETP Director: Eligible candidates will be offered a time to schedule an interview when positions are available.
3. Submission to School: Candidates who meet CETP standards are given a choice of schools and their CV, cover letter, diplomas and TEFL certificates, along with references, are submitted to the selected school.
4. School interview: If a school is interested, they might want to schedule an interview.
5. Complete Candidate Portfolio: Once accepted, the candidate can gather all necessary documents.
6. Program Fee Payment: Once a school and teacher have mutually agreed to accept one another, the program fee payment schedule is initiated. The total program fee for the first year of teaching is $2500. October start discount is available!

To apply, email teach@cetp.info

What does the program include?

1. Processing of all paperwork to obtain the necessary work and residence permits
2. School placement in a public, parochial, or private school
3. Monthly salary of approximately $1600 at primary and high schools, paid in Hungarian forint
4. Furnished housing provided by the school
5. Income tax exemption in Hungary
6. Health insurance through the national Hungarian health system
7. Training and orientation covering cultural differences, basic language skills, teaching methodology, etc.
8. In country support from CETP staff
9. Community of CETP teachers on Facebook and throughout the country
10. Possibility to renew for up to five years