Education is given prime importance in Turkish culture. During the Ottoman
Period, schools were in medrasas in mosques. Turkey has come long way from that
and have adopted a more scientific and western curriculum. There are many
private schools and international schools, mostly in the city, which confers
highest level of education. The school teachers are very dedicated and same
sincerity is even expected from the ESL teachers in Turkey. English teachers
from the west are given quite good remuneration by the schools.
Few International schools in Turkey where the ESL teachers can get employment
after the successful completion of the TESOL course in Turkey are, mentioned
below.
English teachers in Turkey are also recruited in the universities and colleges for teaching English at the higher levels. There are total 54 universities in Turkey where English teachers are recruited on a regular basis. The exam papers at the higher levels are set both in English and in Turkish.