Poland English Teaching Assistant Award

The Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Poland offers U.S. students and alumni the opportunity to co-teach and teach practical English language classes in Polish higher education institutions for 9 months. ETAs are responsible for developing their own lesson plans and managing their own classrooms, typically teaching 10-14 hours per week with up to 4 hours of office hours. The program includes comprehensive orientation, methodology training, and ongoing support from Fulbright Poland staff throughout the grant period. Poland is a modern country with a centuries-old cultural heritage and scholarly tradition, boasting nearly 400 diverse higher education institutions. The country offers a rich geographic range, picturesque old towns, and a unique location in the heart of Europe that makes it a perfect base for exploring the region. The grant provides opportunities to engage with local communities through conversation clubs, tutoring, sports clubs, and volunteering. The program emphasizes cultural exchange and adaptability, with grantees serving as cultural ambassadors. In addition to teaching, ETAs are expected to deliver presentations on U.S. higher education and culture, and may participate in seminars organized by other European Fulbright Commissions. The program includes mandatory events such as orientation, Thanksgiving dinner, workshops, mid-year meeting, and graduation ceremony.