Teaching English - Costa Rica

  Costa Rica

• San Jose: 
San Jose
• North Western Region: 
Guanacaste

Term: Throughout the year 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Programs begin every Monday

Description: Maximo Nivel's volunteer projects in teaching English offer volunteers ample opportunity to explore the day-to-day life in Peru and Costa Rica while helping young students improve their English skills. Work includes teaching English (grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, writing, listening, etc.) to primary, middle, and high school students 2-4 hours per day.

Most volunteers work in the English Learning Rooms at small community centers, orphanages, or shelters for street children. At these projects volunteers help teach regular English classes and also tutor the children and help them with their homework.

A TEFL/TESOL certification is NOT required for these projects.

However, if you want to earn your TEFL/TESOL Certification:

Our TEFL/TESOL Certification Program is designed for people who want a professional, accredited certification to teach English anywhere in the world. The 4-week/150-hour program includes 100 hours of classroom instruction and 25 hours of practical teaching and observation and an additional 25 hours of required self-study and research outside of the classroom.

Highlights: Of all of the places on earth, Costa Rica is by far one of the most exotic. The country offers unparalleled natural beauty, active volcanoes, rainforests, and a wide range of national parks and eco-tourism. In addition, Costa Rica has over 1,000 miles of gorgeous white-and-black sand beaches, copious amounts of sunshine, world-class sport fishing, snorkeling and surfing!

Qualifications: There are no special qualifications - everybody can help out.

The volunteer experience is a commitment that includes a willingness to overcome challenges of various sorts. In cases where volunteers are experiencing difficulties, we strongly encourage creative and collaborative solutions. If you are put in an uncomfortable position, every effort will be made to accommodate you, but it is also important that volunteers remain flexible and understanding. Open-mindedness and patience will go a long way toward ensuring an enjoyable volunteer experience.

Cost in US$: Please contact us for more information

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18 to 75 years old

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Costa Rica Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Maximo Nivel's Mission Statement: Maximo Nivel (Maximum Level) offers international study/work experiences, intensive language studies, volunteer programs, and teacher training in Peru, Costa Rica, Guatemala and the United States. Whether you're interested in volunteering, improving your Spanish, or becoming a certified English teacher our programs are recognized worldwide. We offer comprehensive training, and a professional and fun environment. We have years of experience helping people realize their dreams of working and living internationally. Maximo Nivel is deeply committed to offering quality, client service, and first-class facilities, so your experience with us is nothing short of excellent.

Year Founded: 2003