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English has emerged as one of the most dominant languages in the world, and it should be no surprise that there is a high demand for instructors. This is particularly true for India with its historical ties to Great Britain, and while teaching English in a foreign country may be one of the most rewarding careers you can pursue, it is likely that you have a couple of questions that you are wanting answered. 

Will You Need to Be Able to Speak Hindi?

Hindi is one of the most commonly spoken language in India, and you may be under the impression that you will have to be able to speak this language if you are wanting to take a job teaching English in this country. Fortunately, this is not the case because your students will only be allowed to speak English while they are in the class setting. 

While you will still need to learn the language to help you navigate the country, English is already widely spoken in India, and this means that you will likely be able to navigate the city while you are becoming fluent in Hindi. Depending on the school where you will be working, there may be night classes you can take to speed up the learning process, which will help make your time in India more enjoyable. 

How Is Relocating to India Handled?

One of the common reasons that people may be hesitant about pursuing this career is that they are concerned about paying to move to India. While it is true that this can be a sizable expense, it is important to note that some these programs will strive to cover as much of the move as possible. 

However, it should be noted that there may be strict limitations on the number of items that you can bring with you if the company is paying for the move. After all, transporting items from the United States to India is extremely expensive. However, this does not mean that you will have to go without the items you need to live comfortably because a housing, food, and clothing allowances are often provided to English instructors during their contract teaching. 

If you are considering pursuing a career teaching English in India, it is important for you to understand what you should expect for this type of job. By knowing that you do not need to speak Hindi to start teaching and that it may be possible to have your moving expenses covered by your employer, you will be better able to make an informed choice about pursuing this rewarding and exciting career.