Teach English in Jordan

You can teach English in Jordan at private language centres, international and private schools, universities and NGO programmes, mainly in Amman. Most employers want a bachelor’s degree and a TEFL certificate of at least 120 hours, and your employer arranges the work permit and residency. Pay is in Jordanian dinars: language centres commonly pay about JOD 600 to 1,000 a month, and international schools more, often with housing and flights, well above the minimum wage of JOD 290 a month. Check current travel advice first, as parts of Jordan near its borders carry warnings.

Teaching English in Jordan at a glance

Is it safe to teach English in Jordan?

Jordan is generally stable and welcoming, and Amman has a large international community. Regional tensions do affect it, though. In 2026 the UK briefly advised against all but essential travel to the whole country before lifting that warning in June, and it still advises against all travel within 3km of the border with Syria and has advised against all but essential travel to Aqaba’s airport and seaport. Read the latest advice from your own government before you accept a job, make sure your travel insurance is valid, and keep it under review while you are there.

What kinds of English teaching jobs are there in Jordan?

Private language centres. Teach adults, university students and children, often in the afternoon and evening. Many focus on IELTS and TOEFL preparation for study abroad.

International and private schools. Amman has many schools following British, American and IB curricula. They pay best and want a teaching qualification and experience.

Universities. English foundation and language programmes, usually asking for a master’s degree.

NGOs and refugee education. Jordan hosts large refugee populations, and NGOs run English and education programmes. Some roles are paid and some are volunteer based.

How much do English teachers earn in Jordan?

Language centres commonly pay about JOD 600 to 1,000 a month, depending on hours and experience. International schools pay more, and packages for qualified teachers often include housing, flights and health insurance. Jordan’s minimum wage is JOD 290 a month, so teaching pay is well above it. The dinar is pegged to the US dollar, so the value of your salary is stable, though Amman is one of the more expensive cities in the region. Compare pay across countries on the TEFL Salary Index.

What qualifications do you need to teach English in Jordan?

Most employers want a bachelor’s degree, which is usually needed for the work permit, and a TEFL certificate of at least 120 hours. A Level 5 TEFL or CELTA helps with the better centres, and international schools want a teaching qualification such as a PGCE. You will need your degree certificate authenticated and a clean criminal record check. Our Ofqual-regulated Level 5 TEFL course can be verified on the Ofqual register.

Which visa do you need to teach English in Jordan?

Many nationalities, including UK, Irish and US citizens, can get a visa on arrival or through the Jordan Pass for tourism, but that does not allow work. Your employer applies for a work permit through the Ministry of Labour, after which you complete a medical test and receive a residence permit. Check current rules with the Jordanian embassy and our Visa Desk before you accept an offer.

Where are the English teaching jobs in Jordan?

Amman, the capital, has most of the schools, language centres and universities. Irbid in the north is a university city with lower costs. Zarqa is a large city near Amman with private schools and centres, and Aqaba on the Red Sea has a smaller market linked to tourism and its economic zone.

What is it like teaching and living in Jordan?

Jordanians are famously hospitable, and the country is full of history and landscape, from Petra and Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea. Classes are generally respectful, and many students are highly motivated by study abroad goals. Jordan is a Muslim majority country, so dress modestly, respect Ramadan, and be aware that attitudes are conservative outside parts of Amman. The working week usually runs Sunday to Thursday.

Last updated: 2 October 2026. Pay figures are approximate typical ranges, not quotes. Travel advice and work permit rules change, so confirm current requirements with your government, the Jordanian embassy and your employer before you travel.