Description

Imagine yourself living and teaching English on a tropical island. It's possible through CIEE's comprehensive teaching abroad program in the Dominican Republic! Rich in history and culture, the Dominican Republic offers you a glimpse into one of the most vibrant cultures of the Caribbean. Learn to dance the merengue, perfect your Spanish, and gain international work experience in paradise while you bring education to those in need in local communities.

CIEE offers you two options to Teach Abroad in the Dominican Republic:

* Teach Abroad in the Dominican Republic-PUCMM: Perfect for applicants looking to work in Santiago or Santo Domingo with adult university students experienced in the English language
* Teach Immersion Dominican Republic: Ideal for those wishing to teach university-aged students from lower socio-economic situations that wish to learn accelerated English in an immersion setting to improve their education and their job prospects

Highlights

* Pre-departure paid school placement at a private school in Santiago or Santo Domingo
* Support of CIEE professional staff before you depart for Dominican Republic
* Teaching and program guides to help you plan and prepare
* Pre-departure online orientation training
* Upgrade ~ Pre-departure TEFL certification
* Airport transfer on designated arrival date
* Orientation in the Dominican Republic
- Workshops on teaching methodology, cross-cultural training, housing, health and safety, visa registration, and more
- Cultural and networking opportunities
- Accommodations and all meals
* Local advice on finding accommodation in your school location
* International medical insurance and 24-hour worldwide assistance provided through the CIEE iNext travel card
* 24 hour in-country emergency support services via the CIEE office in the Dominican Republic
* Visa papers acquisition and visa application advice
* A Lonely Planet guidebook to plan your travels

Qualifications

You do not need to be a teacher with extensive international experience to apply! Whether your major was art history, zoology, or anything in between; if you have a good attitude and solid work ethic, your academic background will serve you well in the classroom - this time from the teacher's side of the desk.

CIEE is looking for well-rounded applicants who are independent, adventurous, and who adapt well to new situations. Participants must be able to expect the unexpected and thrive in a changing environment! It's essential that participants are self-motivated, responsible and recognize that their first priority is to their school and their teaching assignment. 110% commitment to the program is essential.

* Bachelor's degree in any major
* Native English language fluency
* TEFL certificate or significant ESL teaching experience
* Upper-Intermediate Spanish language ability
* Flexible, positive attitude with a desire to teach and learn in an immersive program
* Preference for language teaching or education majors in secondary or tertiary level Education, Psychology, Latin American Studies, or Cultural Studies

Minimum Education

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Salary/Pay

Depends on the program you choose.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Written Application

CIEE's Mission Statement

Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.

Year Founded

1947