Teach English in Accra
Ghana · Western Africa · Africa
Accra is the capital of Ghana and a key destination for English teachers in Western Africa. English teaching demand across Ghana is medium with typical salaries in the region of USD 300–1,000/mo.
Typical salary
USD 300–1,000/mo
Salary note
Low cost of living
Demand
Medium
Region
Western Africa
Teach English in Accra
Accra can offer opportunities for English teachers across language schools, private academies, schools, tutoring, and online teaching routes. As the capital of Ghana, Accra typically offers the highest concentration of teaching roles in the country.
Salaries in Accra typically range from USD 300–1,000/mo. Low cost of living.Practical TEFL preparation can help you discuss lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching skills more confidently.
What to check before applying
✓Whether the employer asks for a TEFL/TESOL certificate and how many study hours they expect
✓Whether the role, visa route, or school requires a degree or previous teaching experience
✓English proficiency, nationality, age, or document rules that may apply to the role
✓Passport validity and work-authorisation requirements for Ghana
✓Background check, references, health checks, or document legalisation requirements
✓Current official rules, because requirements can change by country, city, employer, and season
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