Saudi Arabia Sets Salary Scale for Foreign English Teachers

The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has released an official salary schedule for foreign English teachers in the public sector, which varies according to academic qualifications and years of experience. This schedule is based on regulations issued under Civil Service Council Decision No. 45 and includes a 15% cost of living allowance from Royal Order No.

A/23, dated March 20, 2011. Salaries are expressed in Saudi Riyals (SAR).

For instance, teachers with a three-year Teachers Training Certificate or a Master's degree earn a basic salary of SAR 4,830, with an annual experience bonus of SAR 175, reaching a maximum of SAR 7,455 after 15 years. A Bachelor of Arts degree holder starts at SAR 5,175, while those with a Bachelor's degree and a Diploma earn SAR 5,865.

The highest salary, SAR 10,630, is for teachers with a Master's degree, a TEFL certificate, and additional diplomas, reflecting the structured pay scale for educators in Saudi Arabia.