10 of the Best English Teaching Jobs in Italy

From the delicious espressos to the legendary Sistine Chapel, Italy is bursting at the seams with beauty and history. English teaching jobs in Italy will offer you the chance to gain work experience, develop invaluable skills, and experience la bea vita. Truly, teaching English in Italy as an American is a one-of-a-kind experience.

Where will English teaching jobs in Italy take you?

Many programs for ESL teaching jobs in Italy are flexible with durations, locations, and seasons. Plus, you’ll love the sunshine, grandiose architecture, and gorgeous landscapes no matter where you are in Italy! You’ll also have the opportunity to improve your Italian, which is the language of fashion, fine arts, and Fiat — you’ll impress your family, friends, and future employers back home!

Italians recognize the importance of learning English in order to be marketable in the business world. Because of the high demand for teachers, a variety of jobs are available in public or private schools, international schools, summer camps, or even in the home of an Italian family. 

You’ll also have lots of free time after school hours or on the weekends to savor carbonara, climb a volcano, or sunbathe in Venice! Whether you teach English in Naples in the south or in Milan in the north (or anywhere in between), you can travel almost anywhere in Italy via the rail network or ferry. 

Here’s a sneak preview of the 10 best English teaching jobs abroad in Italy:

• The Cultural Exchange Project
• The English Camp Company
• Associazione Culturale Linguistica Educational (A.C.L.E)
• International TEFL Academy (ITA)
• Greenheart Travel
• Joinki the Culture Connector
• International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ)
• InterExchange
• Academic Programs International (API)
• i-to-i TEFL

The best English teaching jobs in Italy this year

1. The Cultural Exchange Project—9.71 

“This trip to Italy was one of the best experiences of my life! Teaching children in Italy was a learning experience filled with joy and love! I learned things I can bring back to the USA for my own classroom. Also, I made friends that will always be dear to my heart & made amazing memories traveling throughout the country.”—Read more The Cultural Exchange Project reviews here 

• Where? Porto Sant’Elpidio
• When? Summer
• Why? Teach English in Italy in the summer with The Cultural Exchange Project, and your lessons will be full of dancing, playing, and singing to kids! You’ll teach 20 hours a week Monday through Friday while enjoying the weekends with new friends. Plus, you’ll immerse yourself in different areas of Italy while traveling throughout the country. For nearly 20 years, The Cultural Exchange Project has been devoted to helping participants develop vital global skills, so you can be sure to gain some along the way with this program.  
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2. The English Camp Company—9.67 

“Working with the English Camp Company is an awesome summer job opportunity, especially if you are in the education field. As a recently qualified teacher, being apart of ECC allowed me to immediately work with children in a fun and easy environment, all while being in Italy and Austria! You get to stay with host families who absolutely adore you, eat an endless amount of awesome food, and constantly explore two beautiful countries.”—Read more The English Camp Company reviews here 

• Where? Small towns in Italy and Austria
• When? Summer
• Why? Why not enhance your education skills with this highly-rated program in a fun, interactive environment while you teach English in Italy in the summer?! You’ll also have the opportunity to enhance other language skills while living with a host family. Not only will you experience one of the best summers of your life in Italy, but you’ll also have the opportunity to travel in Austria too! 
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3. Associazione Culturale Linguistica Educational (A.C.L.E)—9.67 

“This organisation allowed me to meet the most incredible people, who were passionate about travel and teaching, kind, funny and up for an adventure of a lifetime. The experience from the start of the first day of orientation to your last final show performance at your last camp was nothing short of extraordinary! I cannot recommend this enough, take the leap of faith and join this revolutionary language experience that proves ‘emotion evokes learning.'"—Read more A.C.L.E reviews here 

• Where? Imperia, Milan, Rome, San Remo
• When? Summer
• Why? Many participants receive paid study grants to help cover the costs of the program for international teaching jobs in Italy—helloooo, dollas! ACLE also provides participants with a one-week intensive training course to help prepare you to teach English throughout the summer at various camps in Italy. Bonus: You’ll also become TEFL-TP certified to qualify you for other teaching jobs in Italy.
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4. International TEFL Academy (ITA)—9.5 

“ITA has been extremely helpful throughout the entire process. They took the time to discuss my course options and what was best for me. They connected me with an advisor that gave a personal testimony that inspired me to continue with the dream of teaching abroad. They even helped me find a job when I completed the course. I took the course 2 years ago and I am still benefitting!”—Read more ITA reviews here 

• Where? Dozens of cities in Italy
• When? Year-round
• Why? Earn your TEFL certificate in the bellisimo city of Florence or island of Sardinia! Your ITA Admissions Counselor will also help you create a plan for you to find teaching jobs in Italy. ITA offers housing assistance and lifetime job placement assistance, and you’ll be joining a large network of other teachers. After you graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to teach and get paid in Italy!
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5. Greenheart Travel—9.5 

“My host family is fantastic, and they've already taken me around to see some great places in the nearby countryside. Rural Italy is so beautiful, I'm happy I'm not placed in a big city. I've also been able to take one of the family's bikes out during the days and explore the nearby town. The adjustment and culture shock was pretty easy for me, and I really love Italy now. Thanks for making this all possible!”—Read more Greenheart Travel reviews here

• Where? Bologna, Catania, Milan, Naples, Palermo, Pescara, Trieste, Turin, Verona
• When? Year-round
• Why? Transform your life by teaching English to an Italian host family while gaining first-hand experience in the Italian culture. The start dates and program lengths are flexible, and you only have to teach 15 hours a week, so you have plenty of time to explore in your free time! Greenheart also offers a personal program manager to help you get situated and set you up for success. 
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6. Joinki the Culture Connector—9.65

“JOINKI give me the time of my life! I learned a lot about Italian culture while interacting with locals and helping them learn English. The representatives of the JOINKI Program were so kind and helpful that they made me feel very welcome. They constantly checked up on me and took me on several trips to show me more of what Italy has to offer! I am very glad I chose JOINKI!”—Read more Joinki reviews here 

• Where? Trento
• When? Year-round
• Why? Situated in the Adige valley just south of the Dolomite Mountains lies the beautiful Alps city of Trento. Joinki provides full lodging and board with an Italian host family, an Italian language course, and an excursion every two weeks while you serve the family by teaching them English. Explore the Buonconsiglio Castle, roam the Piazza del Duomo, and tour the Galleria Civica after classes.
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7. International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ)—9.52 

“From the minute I arrived, IVHQ staff treated me very, very well! I was given all the necessary information and had a very organized trip. The days passed as I was given many opportunities to experience the culture! From being able to experience a summer program with young students, to visiting a fishery, I have to admit I can't wait to return! Thank you IVHQ for all your support!”—Read more IVHQ reviews here 

• Where? Naples
• When? Year-round
• Why? You’ll have the opportunity to teach English in a public school by assisting a local teacher, where you’ll be encouraged to organize lessons, create workshops, and provide extracurricular after-school activities. The stunning city of Naples boasts Mount Vesuvius, Ovo Castle, the Duomo di San Gennaro, and other landmarks. Plus, eat some of the best pizza in the world in Naples! IVHQ is also highly acclaimed for its affordability, credibility, and top reviews. 
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8. InterExchange—9.33 

“I cannot say enough good things about my experience in Italy. I have never been pushed so far outside my comfort zone, but it had payoffs in ways I never imagined. The Marche region is so beautiful and the staff at the Convitto school will always hold a very special place in my heart. I always felt cared for, valued, and loved by the students and staff. It pushed me to become a better educator and human being. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn about diversity, experiencing a beautiful culture, and tasting the most amazing food of your life while also building relationships that will last a lifetime then this is the experience for you!”—Read more InterExchange reviews here 

• Where? Ancona, Ascoli Piceno , Montepulciano, Palermo, Perugia, Ravenna, Recanati, Urbino
• When? Summer
• Why? InterExchange offers two types of placements for English teaching jobs in Italy: teaching English alongside an Italian teacher for 20 hours a week or tutoring children English 15 hours a week while living with a host family. In either placement, you’ll improve your Italian with your host family and enjoy delicious home cooked meals. InterExchange provides support throughout the entire program and flexible program lengths. 
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9. Academic Programs International (API)—Be the first to review!

How was your experience with API in Italy? Was it che grande?! Share your experience via a review on Goabroad.com to help others make the decision to teach English abroad in Italy. They would love to hear your story about the staff, admissions process, excursions, and teaching experience.—Be the first to review here 

• Where? Turin
• When? Year-round
• Why? API gives its participants two options for ESL teaching jobs in Italy: working as a teacher’s assistant in a middle school or tutoring a local family. With both placements, you’ll have an API advisor, lots of local support, and a host family. Surround yourself with the beauty of the Alps, Baroque architecture, and grand squares while indulging yourself with delicious chocolates. 
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10. i-to-i TEFL—7.5 

“I met some amazing people along the way and it is definitely something I would recommend to anyone! When I wasn’t teaching during the week, the weekends were spent travelling the country. I loved the culture, the food and the whole experience was amazing! Teaching the kids was the best, it is classroom training you can’t get anywhere else and the 120 hour TEFL course was the perfect set up for working abroad. Can’t fault it!”—Read more i-to-i TEFL reviews here 

• Where? Florence, Venice
• When? Year-round
• Why? In as little as 8 weeks, earn your TEFL certificate in the Tuscan city of Florence surrounded by Renaissance culture, or in the city of canals in Venice featuring gorgeous basilicas. You’ll receive plenty of resources, gain lots of skills, and learn the fundamentals to teach English in Italy in order to be a qualified teacher. A personal tutor will also help you gain practice and give you invaluable feedback. 
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You’re ready to teach English abroad in Italy!

Why not lean into your journey of finding English teaching jobs in Italy?

Whether you’re interested in teaching kids in schools or tutoring adults in their homes, these 10 best international teaching jobs in Italy offer plenty of flexibility and support. Most programs require that you have a TEFL certificate and a bachelor’s degree, or you can earn a TEFL certificate through the program.

Immerse yourself in Mediterranean beauty while creating lifelong memories. You’ll meet amazing people, inherit educational skills you can use anywhere, and make a difference in the lives of others!

Most teaching salaries and host family placements will also allow you to live comfortably while enjoying the Italian lifestyle. While the program fee will cover a great deal, implementing a FundMyTravel account will also help you cover visa and flight costs, eat more pizza, and enjoy more excursions! What are you waiting for?! Go truffle hunting, take a selfie with the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and stroll through cobblestone town squares.

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