TEFL in Morocco
Posted by Erin MacKenzie - 15:56 on 31 March 2010
Work in Morocco is often described by English teachers as being difficult and challenging. Obtaining a work permit can be done after you enter the country but you will need copies of your university degree, TEFL certificate, birth certificate and other relevant papers. The Moroccan government attempted to boost employment in the country by discouraging companies from taking on large numbers of foreign employees – it is now illegal for a company to have a workforce that is made up of more foreigners than Moroccans. Finding work in Morocco is not as hard as it might seem but finding a good, well paid job can be difficult.
It would seem that job satisfaction is variable with some teachers who go out to Morocco finding that the enthusiasm of the students more than makes up for the poor wages. Others find that their wages are simply insufficient and that their employers are quick to take advantage of them. If you plan on working in Morocco it is hugely important that you research any school that you are applying to and gage its reputation – don’t just accept the first offer you receive!
Morocco has a reputation as being a fantastic country to travel in and some are so eager to stay in the country after travelling that they start teaching English. You will certainly need determination and perhaps a lot of patience if you plan on working in Morocco – remember, just because one person has had a bad experience doesn’t mean you will so research, research, research! Make sure that you approach schools with caution and work out what sort of reputation they have – you don’t want to be stuck in a poorly paid job that demands you to work extremely long hours!
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