Saudi Arabia - English Teaching Assistant Award

The Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) program in Saudi Arabia responds to the country's goal of improving English language proficiency and instruction at higher education institutions as part of Saudi Arabia's economic transformation plan. The program serves the important purpose of enhancing mutual understanding between the people of the United States and Saudi Arabia. Grantees will work in a university in Saudi Arabia enhancing English teaching, providing English language conversation and American cultural classes. ETAs are encouraged to engage in cultural extracurricular engagements that develop and strengthen understanding of American culture among Saudi students. The program offers a unique opportunity for grantees to become immersed in Saudi culture and learn about the Saudi higher education sector. Grantees are expected to dedicate about 25 hours per week to prepare for and offer English language teaching, including small group tutorials, organizing extra-curricular language-learning activities, and teaching curricular components.