Teaching Jobs in Jordan: Private & International Schools and Centres

Teaching jobs in Jordan are not limited to government schools. They extend to hundreds of private schools, international schools teaching foreign programmes, kindergartens, tutoring and language centres, and online teaching. Each type of employer has its own requirements, hiring process and seasons.

This guide is aimed mainly at people looking for work in private education, with a short note on the government route. It covers what teaching roles look like, the titles used in ads, the qualifications schools ask for, and how to prepare for the demo lesson that decides the outcome in most cases.

Types of teaching jobs in Jordan

National private schools

These teach the Jordanian curriculum, usually with extra English, and are found in almost every governorate. They hire teachers for every subject and stage, early-years class teachers, and activity teachers for sport, art and computing.

International schools

These teach programmes such as the International Baccalaureate (IB), the British IGCSE and A Level, or the American curriculum, and are concentrated in Amman. Teaching is mostly in English, with an emphasis on modern teaching methods and continuous assessment.

Kindergartens and nurseries

Plenty of openings for graduates in early childhood education and class teaching. The work needs patience and skill with both children and parents.

Learning and language centres

Tutoring centres, exam prep centres for IELTS, TOEFL and SAT, and centres teaching languages or coding to children. Work is often in the evenings or paid by the hour, which makes it a good second job or a first step for new graduates.

Online teaching

Education platforms look for teachers of Arabic, English, maths and other subjects for students in Jordan and abroad. Check remote jobs if this route interests you.

The government route

Appointments in Ministry of Education schools go through official channels and Public Service and Administration Commission procedures, with their own conditions and timelines. Read our guide to government jobs in Jordan and always check the official websites.

Job titles in teaching ads

• Subject Teacher (Math, Science, English, Arabic and so on)
• Homeroom / Classroom Teacher, for the lower primary grades
• KG Teacher
• Teaching Assistant
• English Teacher / ESL Teacher
• Special Education Teacher / Learning Support
• School Counselor
• Subject Coordinator / Head of Department
• IB / IGCSE Coordinator
• Section Head / Principal
• Instructor / Trainer at a centre

Qualifications and skills schools ask for

Most schools require a university degree in the subject you will teach or in education. Additional requirements vary by type of school:

• A teaching qualification: many schools prefer a diploma in education or training in teaching methods, especially for graduates of non-education degrees. Check the current official requirements with the Ministry of Education.
• English: essential at international schools and for teaching science and maths in English at private schools; you may be asked to prove your level.
• Language teaching certificates: such as TEFL or CELTA for English teachers.
• International curriculum training: IB or Cambridge workshops give you a clear edge at international schools.
• Educational technology: learning platforms, interactive whiteboards and digital assessment tools.
• Classroom management: the skill principals watch more closely than anything else during a demo lesson.

Where teaching jobs are concentrated

• Amman: the largest number of private schools, international schools and learning centres. Follow jobs in Amman.
• Irbid: many private schools and centres serving a large university city. See jobs in Irbid.
• Zarqa: private schools and kindergartens serving a dense population, and its closeness to Amman makes commuting between the two possible.
• Salt, Madaba, Jerash and Ajloun: smaller private schools, sometimes with lighter competition for local candidates.
• Aqaba: schools serving families of people working in the economic zone, ports and hotels.

Before accepting an offer at a school far from home, work out the commute time and cost. The school day starts early, and some schools provide transport for their teachers.

What a private school teacher's day really involves

A teacher's work does not end at the final bell. Alongside teaching, you will be expected to prepare weekly or term plans, mark tests and homework, enter grades in the school's online system, do playground duty, attend parent and staff meetings, and take part in activities and celebrations.

International schools add more detailed documentation requirements, progress reports for each student and ongoing professional development. Knowing this in advance helps you organise your time from week one and ask the right questions at interview about teaching load and extra duties.

How to stand out as a teacher

1. Prepare a teaching portfolio. Sample lesson plans, worksheets you designed and photos of class activities, while respecting students' privacy.
2. Apply early. Schools start planning for the new year well before the current one ends, and late applicants find the posts already filled.
3. Develop at least one digital skill. Running a virtual classroom or building online quizzes, for example.
4. Show you care about students. Talking about how you support struggling or gifted students leaves a stronger impression than talking only about your subject.
5. Protect your rights. Ask about the contract length, pay over the summer months and social security registration. See our guide to worker rights under Jordanian labour law; you can check your registration on the Social Security Corporation website, ssc.gov.jo.

CV advice for teachers

Open your CV with two lines stating your subject, the grades you teach and the curriculum you know, for example: "Mathematics teacher for upper primary grades, experienced in the Jordanian curriculum and IGCSE." This helps the school place you immediately.

Under experience, list the grades you have taught, extra responsibilities such as subject coordination or running an activity or competition, and the training courses you have attended. International schools expect an English CV with no errors. For more detail, see our CV writing guide.

The interview and demo lesson

The hiring process usually involves an interview with the principal or coordinator, followed by a demo lesson in front of real students or a panel. Questions to expect include:

• How do you deal with a student who keeps disrupting the class?
• How do you differentiate for different ability levels in the same lesson?
• How do you communicate with a parent who is angry about their child's grade?
• Which active learning strategies do you use? Give an example.
• How do you check that students have understood before the lesson ends?
• At international schools: how do you use formative assessment, and what is your experience with inquiry-based learning?

For the demo lesson, prepare a short plan with clear objectives, open with an activity that grabs attention, involve as many students as possible and close with a question that checks understanding. Stick to the time exactly. For general questions, review our common job interview questions.

Find your next teaching job

Jordan Jobs Network publishes new vacancies every day, and applying is free. Browse jobs by category to reach education ads, and create your account so you are ready to apply as soon as schools open their hiring.

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