Skills in Demand visa subclass 482
A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.
Learn moreTeacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) – ANZSCO 249311
DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
ANZSCO 249311
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (ANZSCO 249311) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages teaches classes in English to students whose first language is a language other than English.
Typical tasks and duties
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) may perform the following tasks:
- teach students basic or advanced English language skills
- teach students individually and in small groups outside of the regular classroom, or assist students within normal classroom settings
- diagnose and assess English language competency in students whose first language is a language other than English
- provide assistance to regular classroom teachers by designing special teaching programmes for students with English language difficulties
- provide advice concerning the community services available to assist students with English language difficulties.
Employer-sponsored pathways
Possible DAMA pathways
Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.
Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186
A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.
Learn moreSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494
A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.
Learn moreDAMA availability
Occupation available in 1 DAMA region
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.
Important notes
- Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
- Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.
Check your options
Check your DAMA and employer-sponsored options
We can review the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, employer sponsorship and visa requirements.
Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant
Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi
This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.
Last reviewed: July 2026
