The English Language Center – Nouakchott, Mauritania

The English Language Center (TELC) is a small but growing EFL institution, directed by an American in Nouakchott, Mauritania. We have a international teaching faculty dedicated to their work and supporting one another. TELC is seeking to replace two out-going teachers and add to our faculty as we expand.

Mauritania is a quiet country whose capital city Nouakchott is located on the NW cost of Africa. TELC provides EFL instruction to adults from a wide socio-economic spectrum as well as providing ESP as needed. We also are the only site in Africa at this time offering the School for International Training-TESOL certification program.


We are seeking ESL teachers with the following :
• Demonstrated Superior English skills in all areas
• Experience in teaching ESP for business
• A TESOL/CELTA/DELTA certification, with a minimum of 120 hours of study and a minimum of 6 hours observed teaching practice or 2 years experience
• Classroom and one-to-one teaching experience in ESP courses
• Native English Speakers
• Mature, professional and responsible
• Enthusiastic and engaging
• Creative and organized in lesson planning
• Enjoys teamwork and works well with others
• Able to teach adults in all levels (beginner, intermediate and/or advanced) in English
• Willing to commit for 10 months with possibility of renewal


Selected individuals are expected to serve 30-35 academic hours per week and attend all staff meetings. They must prepare lessons and maintain accurate student records. They should also be willing participate in peer assessments through observations and feedback sessions periodically.

We offer our teachers the following:
Small classes averaging 10 students
A computer lab
An excellent teacher’s resource library
A dynamic and supportive working environment with opportunities for career development.

A salary of approx. $700 USD per month in local currency
A furnished house shared with other TELC teachers
Water, electric and satellite television paid
Paid national and Islamic holidays
Reimbursement of RT flight upon completion of contract.
Free French language classes available

To apply, email:
a letter of interest that demonstrates your writing ability and highlights your strengths
CV in appropriate format
3 letters of recommendation and telephone numbers of references

Selected candidates will participate in a phone Interview.
the application process time is 2 months minimum
englishnktt@yahoo.com IMPORTANT : Subject line : ESP instructor position
Cynthia Chisholm
Director