Holland
The Netherlands (Holland)- the land of windmills, canals, red lights, and clogs. Holland is a very liberal and tolerant country that prides itself on its good work ethic and liberal ideas. The Dutch tend to be very open minded and friendly. You’ll find a lot to do in Holland and the best jobs in the bigger cities. Here you’ll find the best jobs and the most cosmopolitan places. Moreover, The Netherlands has a wonderful location- from here you can take a train and within a few hours be in Germany, France, Belgium, or Switzerland.
Basic Holland Information: The cost of living in the Netherlands used to be fairly low. but since the introduction of the Euro, prices have gone up significantly. For instance, a single room (studio of about 30 square meters) apartment in Amsterdam, Den Hague or Rotterdam will cost you about Euro 800 (just below US$ 1,000) a month. Good housing is extremely difficult to obtain. Keep in mind that a bilingual (Dutch-English) teacher will be in greater demand than an English only teacher. There is also an increasing demand within Universities, where teachers are quite often recruited informally through contacts, but you will need considerable experience to take advantage of these positions.
Salaries in Holland:ESL salaries in Holland are below average compared to the rest of Europe. On average, English teachers get paid 20-30 Euros per hour. Your salary is commensurate with a teacher’s qualifications and experience. Work is usually on a per hour basis so it is hard to get stable and steady work if you are not really qualified.
Job Requirements for Holland: To teach English in Holland, you need a university degree, a TEFL, and be a native English speaker. There is a strong preference towards UK trained teachers. Moreover, since the Dutch speak English well enough to teach it, lots of experience will also help.
Visa Requirements for Holland: EU citizens are eligible for employment. Non-EU citizens require a written letter of employment to obtain a work visa. To find work or being offered a job as a non EU foreigner in the Netherlands is not easy. A Dutch work permit is employer specific. The company must demonstrate that you have a certain set of skills necessary for the position and that they were not able to fill the position with an EU candidate.
