ESL teaching is the easiest placement to secure in most countries throughout Western Europe, because English is an increasingly valuable skill. The amount of English teaching jobs in Western Europe will vary by population size and English speaking ability.

Since teaching abroad in Europe is understandably a competitive region, those who have a college education and some sort of prior teaching experience are generally preferred for these English teaching jobs in Western Europe. You will likely also be required to possess a TEFL certificate, which can be obtained either online or through a month long program. Many TEFL programs will offer the option to enroll in the one-month training period in Western Europe, in the country of your choice, followed by a potential teaching job in the same country.

There are also openings to teach subjects other than English at international schools or private academies across the western part of the continent, though these typically require a higher level of qualification and experience. Still if you are considering moving permanently to teach abroad in Europe, then securing employment as faculty at such an establishment can prove very fruitful because of the increased benefits and salary.