The city of Amman

Amman, the modern and ancient capital of Jordan, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the World.

Built on seven hills or jabals, the city's modern buildings blend with the remnants of ancient civilizations. Honking horns give way to the beautiful call to prayer which echoes from the stately minarets which grace the city.

The profusion of gleaming white houses, kebab stalls with roasting meat, and tiny cafes where rich Arabian coffee is sipped in the afternoon sunshine, conjure a mood straight from a thousand and one nights. The most charming part of Jordan is found in the hospitality of its residents. Visitors to Jordan are continually surprised by the genuine warmth with which they are greeted. "Welcome to Jordan" is a phrase you will not soon forget.

Amman is a safe and friendly city to walk around. A stroll is the best way to discover its hidden treasures - lovely turn-of-the-century villas in Rainbow Street, glamorous modern residences in Abdoun, hidden gardens, and decorated shop-fronts. Buildings are covered with colourful tiles and curving Arabic script compete with elaborate window-dressing for your attention. Jordan is full of old and new. Whatever you are feeling, you can find it in Amman.

Feel like immersing yourself in culture and tradition? Take a walk downtown or visit the 'souq', (marketplace). Missing Western things? Go to Mecca Mall or City Mall and have a coffee at Starbucks or see a movie. Amman has everything you want in a safe and friendly environment.

Don't forget to take a weekend trip to visit the wonders of Jordan.

Visiting Jordan will be a visit of many pleasures, some expected and others delightfully surprising. You can anticipate the glories of one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Petra (although it's a place that's has to be experienced to fully appreciate), but also the Roman antiquities you'll find at Jerash, which is awe inspiring and beautiful.

You will certainly be taken with the great physical diversity of this small nation: from the temperate north to the southern deserts and the beautiful resort areas on the Dead Sea and at Aqaba on the Red Sea, Jordan offers something to please every traveler.

In addition to the country's many wonderful sights and attractions, the most pleasant part of your visit will be the warm welcome you'll receive from Jordanian citizens, young and old.

Jordan country facts

• Capital (and largest city): Amman
• Government: Democratic (Constitutional monarchy)
• Area: 92,300 sq km (35,637 sq mi)
• Population: 6,407,058
• Currency: Jordanian dinar (JOD)
• Time zone: UTC+2 (UTC+2)
• Drives on: the Left
• Calling code: 962

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The EBC TEFL course training centre

All EBC International TEFL certificate courses in Amman are given in our purpose built, training centre in the centre of Amman.

Our training centre is located in a modern building - just 3 blocks from The University of Jordan. The training centre is modern and contemporary, designed with your needs in mind.

The center has up to date computers running Windows XP, high-speed Internet connections including office-wide WIFI access, a large multi purpose room, a small library, and a staffed cafeteria where snacks and drinks, cold and hot are available all day!

Every classroom is equipped with comfortable tables and chairs that promote interactive learning, an oversized whiteboard, and a CD player. The training center also has a data show, computer lab, DVD players, and televisions.

The center is also equipped with a teacher's room with a fully stocked library of over 300 resource books. In addition, the training center has study areas where you can prepare, study and do your course work. The center is equipped with secured WiFi, so if you bring your laptop you can work any where in the center with free internet access.

EBC TEFL Training Center Coordinator

Let Vicki, our TEFL training centre coordinator, assist you in any aspect about the course or life in Jordan. Vicki is a native English speaker who is also fluent in Arabic. She has excellent local knowledge about living and working in Jordan. She is available to answer any questions you have and assist you during your stay with us on the EBC programme.

For detailed information about the training centre, what is on offer, where it is located, local information and job prospects, please click here to download a prospectus containing all the information you'll need.

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TEFL jobs in Jordan

The EBC TEFL course training centre in Amman also runs a language school. Subject to availability, you may get offered an English teaching job by the language school at the end of the course.

A few facts about teaching in Jordan

• Demand for teachers - HIGH
• Main job availability regions - Amman, Aqaba
• Main types of teaching - Usually through private and public universities and colleges, state primary and secondary schools, international private Schools
• Busiest periods - the academic year from September to June
• Summer periods - there are usually opportunities to teach: intensive courses, English final retake preparation courses and summer camps during July and August
• Qualifications - an accredited TEFL/TESOL certificate
• Job duration - the full academic year or the remainder of the academic year
• Teaching hours per week - 20 to 30
• Salary - From 1,000 US Dollars per month depending on the number of hours worked
• Freelance work - from 15 USD per hour
• Average basic monthly expenses - 500 USD

Any one looking for ESL positions can easily find teaching jobs in Amman and Jordan in general.

Jordan has a growing economy, and there is a very strong demand for the English language. King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan are focusing on developing a Knowledge Economy in Jordan. Education is especially important to them.

The ability to speak English is increasingly important and is becoming a necessity. Nearly 75% of the country's population must be able to speak English in order to be competitive in the business and tourism sectors. The number of Jordanians who want to learn English grows daily.

There is a high demand for English instructors in Jordan. The Ministry of Education requires that any English teacher looking for employment in ESL/EFL must have a degree in English or an accredited certificate in TESOL.

Jordan has numerous public and private schools, as well as NGO's, UNRWA, UNICEF, and the UN, which offer teaching opportunities in the country. Amman has dozens of English institutes and employment is easy to find. There are also excellent teaching opportunities in other cities such as Irbid, Jerash, and Aqaba.

Experience to-date shows that you can usually find teaching positions within 0 to 30 days after finishing the course.

Depending on experience, the average salary for an ESL instructor in Jordan is around $1000 per month. This is especially encouraging as the median salary in Jordan is around $425 per month.

Schools, colleges, universities, and language schools all employ English teachers in varying numbers.

So far, all students that have studied with EBC and then wanted to stay on and work in Jordan have done so.

It is, however, almost impossible to organize a job in Jordan before going there. Language schools have become stricter, and most will now demand a TESOL TEFL qualification and/or some teaching experience. In addition, almost all schools will expect to interview you face-to-face before making a job offer.

This is one good reason to choose EBC.

We have direct contacts with many language schools. We ensure that your CV/resume is available to potential employers on the last day of the course which should then result in interviews and job offers.

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