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Teach in Costa Rica | TEFL + Job Support by the Beach

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Program Overview

Run away to the beach and turn it into a real life change. This Costa Rica teaching experience is designed for travellers from the US, Canada and the UK who want to work abroad, change careers, take a meaningful break or build a new chapter overseas. Start in Playa Sámara with a 4 week internationally recognised TEFL or TESOL course that includes practical classroom training, Spanish lessons and t...

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Program Highlights

Join a TEFL pathway with a 95% placement success rate, with most Global Travellers placed within two weeks of successfully completing the course.
Earn an internationally recognised TEFL or TESOL qualification with practical classroom training designed to prepare you for real teaching overseas.
Access paid teaching opportunities across Costa Rica, or use your qualification to pursue English teaching roles in other countries around the world.
Start with 4 weeks of private accommodation and breakfast included, plus airport transfer and support finding longer term housing if you continue teaching.
Live the Costa Rica lifestyle while you train, with Spanish lessons, beach yoga, local activities and ongoing support from your Trip Coordinator and in-country team.

What's Included

Some Program Activity Costs
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Job Search Support
Certificate of Completion
Emergency Support
TEFL Course Tuition
Some Accommodation

Quick Details

Location
Tamarindo, Costa RicaSamara, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered:2026
Terms Available:
  • Throughout the Year
Age Requirement18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • TESOL
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • Kiwi
  • Irish
  • British
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Samara, Costa Rica
  • Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Fields & Subjects

  • TESOL

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: 2026
  • Terms Available: Throughout the Year

Eligible Nationalities

  • American
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • Kiwi

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Refund Policy

Other

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