Central Europe Teachers are usually in transition: they are recent college graduates, alums of Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) or other service programs, empty-nesters, near-retirees or people experiencing changes in family structure or employment. They work in partnership with the church, have at least a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) and are open to sharing their gifts. They are flexible, are sensitive to cultural differences, communicate well and want to collaborate, build relationships and explore. Teaching experience is a plus but not necessary.
If this sounds like you, please visit www.elca.org/CentralEuropeTeachers for more information or contact naomi.sveholm@elca.org.
CET provides international airfare, an initial stipend to help with living expenses, health insurance, modest accommodations at no cost and a contextually appropriate salary. Teachers pay other expenses. Assistance with loan deferment available as needed.
Orientation starts in July in Chicago, continuing in early/mid-August with an orientation in Bratislava; the school year starts in September and goes through June 30 with teacher workshops one week before and after the students are in school. Teachers are usually expected to teach 18-22 classes per week.
“If you are adventurous, love traveling and meeting new people then you should definitely get involved!”
—Rachel Bossuyt, CET 2019-2021
