Teaching Spanish Abroad Certification

Which are the best Spanish speaking countries for teaching English abroad? There are many benefits to be enjoyed while working overseas as an English language teacher, including the unique opportunity to be surrounded by a new language on a daily basis. If your dream is to perfect your Spanish language skills by living and working in a Spanish speaking environment, then you have several great options to choose from. There are over twenty countries with a combined population of nearly half a billion people where Spanish is the main language. Many of these also have a large demand for English language teachers. What are the benefits of teaching English in Spain? If you are looking to immerse yourself in Spanish culture and language, where better to do it than in Spain itself. Famous for...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English to Spanish Speakers The accelerated growth of English as a global language has made people from all around the world realize how important this one is nowadays, even in our everyday life we find English words and content wherever we look, technology, movies, tv, business, and internet are only some of them. Therefore, people from different nationalities around the globe, show a lot of interest in learning the English language. This time we are going to focus on Latin and Hispanic students and the challenges that these Spanish speakers encounter when learning English. Table of Contents Differences between Spanish and Latino Students Common roots Challenges in English Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences How My Passion For The Spanish Language Made Me Become An English Teacher Abroad As a native English speaker, my first major foreign language experience began in 8th grade, where I had the option of studying either Spanish or French. I chose Spanish, as I'd always been drawn to the language and Latin American culture, and hoped to one day live in a Spanish speaking country. I studied the language throughout high school, but in the years afterward, it wasn't much of a priority and wasn't something I used on a regular basis. Table of Contents Our language classes were mainly structured around learning grammar and following the textbook. I recognized a lot of the same lack of interest in learning as I saw during my own high school...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Most Common Problems for English Learners in Spanish-Speaking Colombia For this assignment, I decided to research problems experienced by Colombian students learning English. I will be teaching English in Colombia and thought this subject would benefit me. My findings more generally reflect the difficulties of Spanish-speaking learners. The paper outlines the top ten difficulties for Spanish-speakers learning English (vocabulary, spelling/pronunciation, subject-verb-agreement, verb tense, dialects, subject omission, pronunciation, stress, slang, and literal translations) based on CCJK (2019). Where possible I relate this information to my experiences/examples and units in the TEFL course. Table of Contents Vocabulary difficulties...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The 7 Most Common Problems for ESL Learners from Chile This essay displays my own experience as well as information from other (internet) resources. I work as an English teacher in Chile, mainly teaching professionals in the mining industry. Table of Contents 1. False cognates 2. Spelling 3. Use of the subject 4. Pronunciation 5. Hacer and to do and to make 6. Third-person 7. Prepositions Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Only 3 to 5 percent of the population in Chile speaks proficient English. The Ministry of Education created a plan to upscale the level of English and the percentage of English speakers in the country. They welcome teachers from abroad. Chile is a Spanish speaking country. Spanish speakers...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Most Common Problems Students in Spain Face When Learning English For non-native English student in Spain, specific difficulties may be encountered when learning English. A good English teacher will help a student address those difficulties including, but not limited to, pronunciation, listening, and grammar. Table of Contents Lack in Listening Comprehension "Unlearning" Mispronunciation Regional Dialects Create More Difficulties Grammar Patterns and Word Order Are you ready to teach English in Spain? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post A good English teacher to non-native English students requires a solid foundation in the knowledge of English as the student relies on the teacher as the main source of the...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What are Common Pronunciation Challenges Faced by L2 English Learners in Mexico? Spanish speakers from Mexico face several challenges for acquiring successful pronunciation skills in English. Many students here will have had at least some exposure to English through media and contact with American-English speakers, however, this does not mean that they will have a complete understanding of the phonemic system in English and how it differs from that of Spanish. This essay will briefly describe some outcomes stemming from pronunciation problems in students, followed by an overview of the basic phonetic and phonological differences between English and Mexican Spanish with examples and discussion around the rules that govern English...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Difficulties in English Phonetics and Phonology: How Foreign Learners Can Master it First and foremost I'd like to address why phonetics issues very early piqued my interest in teaching English for foreigners. Ever since childhood, I was surrounded by people with substantial articulatory and auditory phonetic problems, not so much with the acoustic ones. Table of Contents Natural Problems Study Issues Self-consciousness Firstly, I attended the sign language and lip-reading courses. Are my efforts worthwhile? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Asbiorn B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Immediate Job Opening for EFL Teachers in Peru Date posted:2014-05-22 | Writer: Academia Superior-Idiomas | Email: [email protected] Academia Superior-Idiomas (ASI) is seeking motivated TEFL-certified teachers capable of meeting our high standards for our new English education program. ASI offers a 24-month program regular program; a 36-month, intensive weekend program; and a course for children from families who cannot typically afford English classes. We urgently require teachers who can arrive before June 26th- one week before the start of our July term. ASI teachers will: • Teach one or more two- or four-hour classes of up to 15 students, (ASI offers English classes on weekday evenings and also on the weekend). • Take part in marketing the ASI English Program • Take...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Mar 2018 Linda Dunsmore Destinations Top 7 Spanish Speaking Countries for Teaching English Abroad Learning a new language while teaching English abroad is a great way to immerse yourself into a new culture. On top of that, a new language skill will be a great advantage when applying for jobs back home when you decide to return. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 7. Teaching English in Costa Rica 6. Teaching English in Chile 5. Teaching English in Argentina 4. Teaching English in Peru 3. Teaching English in Spain 2. Teaching English in Colombia 1. Teaching English in Mexico Are you ready to teach English in a Spanish-speaking country? Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! With over 400 million native speakers, Spanish is the second most...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Spanish Private Schools Date posted:2015-01-05 | Writer: Meddeas | Email: [email protected] Meddeas (Multilingual Education Development and Support), is recruiting young talents for once in a lifetime experience teaching English in Spain. This is an ideal opportunity for newly qualified TEFL graduates. Meddeas, with presence in four countries, is a leading organization specialized in giving support services to Spanish bilingual schools, providing consultancy, selecting language teachers and managing language assistant programs. Becoming an English Language Assistant in a Spanish school for one year is a unique experience that will stay with you for your entire life. As well as learning Spanish, improving your language skills, exploring a community and living a...  [Read more]

Teach English in Cuenca, Ecuador (2) Date posted:2008-07-29 | Writer: CEDEI School | Email: [email protected] CEDEI School is seeking TEFL Qualified native English speakers for the 2008-2009 academic year. We are located in Cuenca, which is a small colonial city in the Andes Mountains. CEDEI School teaches its students about the world, its cultures, traditions, festivals, foods, dress, and traditional stories with the intention of giving each child a sense of belonging to the human race.  Our school opened in September 2003. We teach all ages from 2 year olds to 10 year olds. Each classroom has a Spanish-speaking Ecuadorian teacher and an English-speaking international teacher. The international teachers are expected to teach all content in English and speak to the children in...  [Read more]

EFL Teacher Needed For Dynamic School in Valladolid, Spain Date posted:2017-08-29 | Writer: Idiomas Watson | Email: [email protected] Idiomas Watson is a dynamic and growing school in the heart of Valladolid with a great combination of student ages and teacher nationalities, centering mainly on spoken English. Although we have been in business for over 20 years, our demand for English teachers is growing as more Spanish children, university students and professionals are required to speak English for their careers and find our methods of mainly spoken English highly effective. We are looking for professional and enthusiastic native speaking teachers. The position involves teaching general English to all ages and levels and some business English. Classes include teenagers and...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Can English Influence a Student's Career English is my first language, however, I studied Spanish throughout high school growing up in the Midwest and eventually received a Master's degree in Spanish Literature. I learned to speak Spanish very well after becoming a high school Spanish teacher for eight years and then a principal for elementary and secondary schools for 26 more years speaking Spanish to new immigrant students and parents the whole time. Table of Contents Bilingualism Confidence Advantages and Perspectives Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rex P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences 3 Common Pronunciation Problems for Students in Peru Difficulty with pronunciation is likely something that every EFL teacher will face at one point or another in their career. Every language in the world has different ways of pronouncing different words/ letters. In addition to this, most speakers of other languages have heavy accents that can make pronouncing English words very difficult. This can be a challenge when teaching English as a foreign language. It can be especially challenging because not all learners around the world will face the same problems. Students in Vietnam will likely have different pronunciation problems than students in Kenya and students in Brazil will likely have different pronunciation problems than students...  [Read more]

Exciting Opportunity For EFL Teachers in Mexico Date posted:2015-07-02 | Writer: Dunham Institute | Email: [email protected] Dunham Institute is looking for TEFL qualified teachers to participate in our language exchange program.  Immerse yourself in culture, language and gain valuable teaching experience.  You will receive homestay with a local family, 2 hours of Spanish lessons a day, in exchange for teaching 3 1/2 hours of English to children and adults. Program benefits: * You will gain valuable EFL teaching experience with children, adolescents, as well as adults. In addition, you will be exposed to a variety of levels; beginners to upper intermediate being the most common * The 5 month period is a good period of time necessary to see changes in...  [Read more]

English Teacher Needed on the Beautiful Island of Cozumel, Mexico Date posted:2017-05-04 | Writer: Spanish English Academy | Email: [email protected] Spanish English Academy is an English school of incredibly high regard and excellence offering TEFL qualified teachers a four day work week, with private students available for extra income. We are a small but mighty Academy consisting of 4 English teachers and 1 Spanish teacher. Demand is high and one more teacher is needed to fill classes. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: Typically teaching hours are 8 -10 or 11 in the morning, and 5 or 6 - 9 in the evening. 6 classes a day is considered full time. We are a high energy, professional and passionate group of teachers. Creativity, flexibility and genuine love of people and teaching are definite...  [Read more]

School in Spain Seeks EFL Teachers (2) Date posted:2015-08-24 | Writer: Idiomas Watson | Email: [email protected] Idiomas Watson is a dynamic and growing school in the heart of Valladolid with a great combination of student ages and EFL teacher nationalities, centering mainly on spoken English. Although we have been in business for over 20 years, our demand for TEFL qualified teachers is growing as more Spanish children, university students and professionals are required to speak English for their careers and find our methods of mainly spoken English highly effective. The Post: We are looking for professional and enthusiastic native level teachers. The position involves teaching general English to all ages and levels and some business English. Classes include teenagers and adults...  [Read more]

Job Teaching English in Costa Rica! Date posted:2004-11-23 | Writer: Intercultura | Email: [email protected] Come to Costa Rica to learn Spanish and Teach ESL. Applicants must have at least one year teaching ESL experience as well as CELTA/TEFL or ESL certification. Must also be native speakers and be willing to make a one year commitment. Job is Mon-Thu and some Saturdays, substantial salary, housing stipend, and free Spanish classes.Send your resume, references, and passport copy to [email protected] Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   Register now...  [Read more]

Immediate Start Teaching English in Spain Date posted:2017-11-02 | Writer: Meddeas | Email: [email protected] Are you a student or recent TEFL graduate looking for valuable professional experience in Spain? Start immediately until June 2018! Meddeas have some positions left to become a language assistant in a Spanish school. No matter what your background and level of Spanish are, there is a Meddeas’ programme for you. Receive a monthly income, free ongoing training and the opportunity to explore a country. Available start dates: - Now until June 2018 (apply by November 10th). Don't miss out our participants' testimonials on Meddeas Language Assistants' blog. Join us for news and updates on our Facebook and Youtube Channel. PERKS OF THE PROGRAMMES: • Join a Spanish school teaching...  [Read more]

Older Posts 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in China Linda Dunsmore Destinations China offers the largest EFL job market for both native and non-native English speakers. With over 300 million English learners, there are job opportunities in every corner of the country. Online or In-Class - Which TEFL Course Should You Take? Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information To find out whether it is best to complete your TEFL certification online as a distance learning course or in-class by attending a training center, you must understand the main differences between an online TEFL course and an in-class TEFL course. Top 7 Spanish Speaking Countries for Teaching English Abroad Linda Dunsmore Destinations With over 400 million native speakers, Spanish is the second most spoken...  [Read more]

TEFL Position in Spain Date posted:2010-07-13 | Writer: The English House | Email: [email protected] The English House is looking for two TEFL qualified teachers to form part of our team for the upcoming school year. The posts involve teaching 18 hours per week to children and adolescents in groups of up to 10 students. Experience in teaching children and adolescents is essential. We are looking for career minded teachers who truly enjoy teaching these age groups. Higher qualifications and experience with Trinity and Cambridge exams is a plus. All applicants must be EU citizens or hold a valid Spanish work permit. Benefits include a legal Spanish contact with full Social Security benefits. Gross monthly salary for a timetable of 21½ teaching hours is €1,310. Teachers are...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Motivation as a Tool to Get Students Interested According to the Oxford Dictionary, motivation is 'the desire or willingness to do something.' On the one hand, most of the students who take a foreign language course should have the desire and enthusiasm to learn and develop their skills in that second language; for future career prospects, travel purposes, to study or live in a country whose local language is different from their mother tongue, etc. On the other hand, a few of them won't have any interest at all and they will attend the lessons with neither intention nor motivation. Table of Contents My Teaching Experience Reluctant Students How Did I Motivate Students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

Opportunities For EFL Teachers in Spain (2) Date posted:2016-01-21 | Writer: Meddeas | Email: [email protected] Do you want to live a once in a lifetime opportunity using your TEFL skills? Application period open now to become a Language Assistant in Spain with Meddeas. Early applicants will increase their chances of joining the programmes. During 6 to 8 months, you will enrol a structured programme and cooperate in one of our more than 200 educational centres. Moreover, you will add international experience and transferable skills to your CV while discovering a new culture and language. You will receive a monthly grant, which is more than enough to live in Spain as a student. And you’ll pay no fees! You can teach children aged two to eighteen, learners' English levels range from...  [Read more]

Teaching English Informally in Argentina Date posted:2018-03-08 | Writer: Spanglish Exchange | Email: [email protected] In Buenos Aires for a few months and want to use your TEFL skills to meet people and improve your Spanish? Spanglish Exchange, a long established club, are looking for native English speakers to teach slang and idiomatic expressions at regular events! This is an ideal way to start using your TEFL skills in an informal environment. Teaching experience is a plus, but no Spanish language skills are necessary. Ideally you are fun, live in Palermo or Recoleta, and want to share your vast knowledge of pop culture with locals. Must be available for evening and late evening hours (9/10/11pm) at least one event per week. The emphasis is on education through...  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted to Teach TEFL in Santiago, Chile Date posted:2005-05-02 | Writer: Curtis Language Consulting | Email: [email protected] Â We offer: Leading teacher salaries in the market Work with adult students in top companies, teaching private students and groups Visa Assistance with housing placement and acclimation to Chilean culture A pleasant office environment in a convenient location We require: Native U.S. or Canadian English speakers with a college degree TEFL or CELTA certification, or other teacher certification Commitment to a March/April-January contract Dynamic, flexible individuals with a real desire to teach Basic Spanish is desirable but not required Preference to candidates with at least one year of experience in a Spanish-speaking country. Send...  [Read more]

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 Julia Erbacher Alumni Experiences Teaching English in Spain - Alumni Report by Julia E. TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! What is your nationality? I am American. Table of Contents What is your nationality? What city and state are you from? How old are you? What is your education level and background? Have you traveled abroad in the past? If so, where have you been? Where did you study? What made you interested in going to teach English abroad? What were some of your concerns before teaching abroad? Why did you decide to get TEFL certified and choose ITTT? Which TEFL certification course did you take? How did you like the course? How has your TEFL training helped you in your current teaching position? Which city and country did you decide to teach English in and why? How long...  [Read more]

Immediate Full time Position For EFL Teacher in Spain Date posted:2013-09-18 | Writer: Kedaro International | Email: [email protected] Kedaro International, a private language school located in the southern region of Spain (bordering with Portugal and Seville), has an opening for a TEFL qualified teacher who is available for an immediate start. We work with both children and adults and also teach Spanish to people from other nationalities. The school is in Huelva, a very typical Spanish city, with a great climate, tasty foods and a low cost of living.  Essential requirements: To apply for this position you MUST meet the following requirements: 1. Native level English Speaker 2. European Passport 3. A university degree and TEFL course 4. Other qualifications: • Teaching skills •...  [Read more]

Enthusiastic teacher wanted to teach TEFL in San Jose, Costa Rica Date posted:2005-10-26 | Writer: Idioma International | Email: [email protected] San Jose, Costa Rica listing -- Costa Rican summer awaits. Full-time work teaching adults in San Jose, Costa Rica starting in November. We offer: subsidized Spanish lessons, preparation pay, travel time pay if applicable, competitive salary in dollars, internet phone for free calls to North America, and more. We will help you find housing. Requirements: North American, Bachelor's degree + TEFL certification (Master's preferred) Experienced Hard-working, outgoing, willing to travel on bus Between 25 and 40 Intermediate Spanish Please send resume, photo, and contact information for three professional references to [email protected]....  [Read more]

Teach English in Spain Date posted:2016-04-21 | Writer: Meddeas | Email: [email protected]  Do you want to live a once in a lifetime opportunity using your TEFL skills? Becoming a Language Assistant in a Spanish school with Meddeas is a unique experience that will stay with you for your entire life. Application period closing now! Receive a monthly grant, and the opportunity to explore a country. We encourage you to apply before April 15th to increase your possibilities.   During one academic year, you will enrol a structured programme and cooperate in one of our more than 200 educational centres. Moreover, you will add international experience and transferable skills to your CV while discovering a new culture and language and receiving a monthly grant, which is...  [Read more]