Start Teaching English in Turkey in Just 4 Weeks

Take our TEFL course in Istanbul and walk out certified, confident, and with a clear plan for what's next.

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We Help You All The Way To Your First Teaching Job

No teaching background needed
Train in one of the world’s most iconic cities
Practical guidance to help you find your first teaching job
Built for people who want more than just a certificate

Discover Turkey While You Teach and Earn

Turkey offers competitive salaries for English teachers. With lower living costs than many neighbouring European countries, many teachers find they can live comfortably, enjoy their free time, experience all that Turkey has to offer – and even save money.

It’s a great way to build your teaching experience, earn a reliable income, and live somewhere truly unforgettable.

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Turkey Makes it Possible to Live Well While You Teach

Turkey is an exciting place to start your TEFL journey. Teachers are in demand, the cost of living is lower than much of Europe, and Istanbul offers an unforgettable mix of history, energy, and everyday life.

You can teach in Istanbul, where you’ll find a vibrant mix of ancient landmarks and modern life, buzzing markets, waterfront cafés, and a large, welcoming community of fellow teachers and expats.

There are plenty of teaching opportunities in other towns and cities like Ankara, Izmir, and Bursa too.

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Get Ready to Teach in Just 4 Weeks

The TEFL course runs full-time for four weeks in Istanbul. You’ll finish with a TEFL certificate, hands-on classroom experience, and the confidence to step into your first teaching role in Turkey or beyond.

After the course, many graduates stay in Turkey and find work in language schools, private schools, summer camps, or tutoring.

Being in-country gives you an advantage when it comes to finding work, especially in cities like Istanbul and Ankara where most opportunities are based.

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Everything You Need to Start Teaching - Right Here in Turkey

Our 4-week course in Istanbul is hands-on, supportive, and built to get you genuinely ready for the classroom.

You won’t just sit through lectures – you’ll stand up and teach real students, observe experienced teachers, get expert feedback, and grow in confidence as you go.

Outside the classroom, you’ll get fantastic pre-course support, help with accommodation, a warm in-country welcome, and expert guidance to help you find your first teaching job in Turkey.

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Delivered by Via Lingua, a leading TEFL centre in Turkey

We partner with Via Lingua to deliver your course – a fully accredited and internationally recognised program, backed by first-class local expertise.

You’ll train full-time at their centre in Istanbul, gaining practical classroom skills and real teaching experience.

Maximo Nivel has a strong reputation, with outstanding ratings from two of the leading independent review sites for TEFL courses:

4.8/5 on Go Overseas
9.8/10 on GoAbroad.com

(based on reviews as of May 2025)

You can check out their reviews online for extra peace of mind.

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Accredited Certification

The course you’ll take through Via Lingua leads to a Level 5 certificate awarded by Learning Resource Network (LRN), an Ofqual-recognised awarding body in the UK.

This TEFL certification is internationally recognised and widely accepted by schools and language centres in Turkey, across Europe, and beyond.

We’ll Help You Find Your First Teaching Job

You won’t be left to figure things out on your own.

In Turkey, Via Lingua will support you through every step of the job search, from preparing your CV and practising for interviews, to connecting you with schools that are actively hiring.

Graduates who stay in Turkey typically find work by applying directly to language schools, summer camps, or private tutoring roles after the course.

If you’re planning to teach elsewhere or work online, we’re here at School of TEFL to guide and support you.

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Why School of TEFL? A Personal Note

I started School of TEFL because I know what it’s like to look at TEFL courses and wonder who to trust – or if it’s even the right step. When I started out, I wanted straight answers, real support, and a course that would actually prepare me.

That’s what we offer here.

When you enrol through School of TEFL, you’ll take the same accredited course delivered by our respected partner, Via LIngua. But we also try to make the process a little easier – at the moment we’re offering $100 off your deposit, and if you complete the Turkey course in full but don’t pass, we’ll refund that deposit entirely.

You’ll also get a few extras: a free Grammar Course to help you prepare, access to a library of lesson plans when you start teaching, and ongoing support from people who’ve done this themselves.

We aren’t a big corporate operation. We’re a small, friendly team – and we’ll treat you like a person, not a sale.

If you’ve read this far, you’re probably serious about making a change. I’d love to help you make it happen.

Keith Taylor

Founder, School of TEFL

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