English Teaching Volunteer Program in Spain

This internship enabled me to develop my future profession skills, and provided a lot of fun at the same time. I understood how it really is to teach someone, inspire and engage into the world of knowledge. My work was very pleasant, and thanks to my superiors, I didn't feel any pressure at all, which only made me more creative and kept my internship experience at highest level! It may also be a bit difficult for you if you are not used to the Spanish schedule as their days are very long. Generally I went to the school at 10am and didn't leave until around 9 because of the long 3 hour siesta in the middle of the day. Other than these two things it was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone who has any interest in teaching or simply just wants to improve their Spanish. If you are ready to experience similar endevours, don't think twice and go for it! :)

I would highly recommend the internship to anyone who wants to experience a different culture while doing a really rewarding job. The teaching aspect is amazing, the children are so friendly and you find yourself developing your skills quickly. Before doing the internship I had no teaching experience but you soon get the hang of how the system works in the school setting. Doing the internship was great because you meet loads of like minded people and all live within 5 minutes walk of each other. You can eat in local establishments for not very much money at all and try foods that you maybe wouldn't come across as a tourist. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole process and would definitely now use the qualification I have gained to teach again in other countries.

My study abroad experience was once in a lifetime. My program was helpful, kind, sincere, fun, and loving! Anything I needed assistance with Instituto Hemingway was there to help. I traveled to over 15 countries and 20+ cities worldwide. I met the best group of friends that I still keep in touch with and am planning a reunion this summer! I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the Spanish culture, learning about the food, language, the people, and overall everyday lifestyle. I felt as if I was at home! After this program, I am much more independent, aware of myself and the world around me and so much more grateful! My favorite memory has to be going to the bars with my friends and singing our classic karaoke song- Purple rain.

The internship had fulfilled all my expectations, the tasks were as explained in the contract. I was surprised by the willingness of the managers and co-workers explaining me stuff I wanted to know and even more. The conditions were good, the manager have tried to always check with us how we feel, and we were free to communicate with him if we feel uncomfortable about anything and if it was within his competences, he did what was the best. I found my colleagues little bit hard to make friends with, but we have end up having very good relationship and interesting talks. It is very important to feel support from your co-workers and I can confess I felt part of a team. I feel like this type of work is kind of easy for me, I was aiming for the higher position and I feel ready to accept more responsibility and load of tasks. I have been capable and responsible worker and it was noticed and appreciated by my workers and managers. I can summarise the internship as successful and enriching.

I am so grateful to have had this experience, and I was beyond thrilled that an opportunity like this is an option and it's available to all. It was definitely something that I have talked about doing something like this for so long, I finally came and conquered my fear of the unknown. It was an intense course packed into 1 month. But it was very well managed and the support was wonderful. The office staff were amazing human beings. My students were amazing too; great sense of humor, very high energy and also very patient and kind students. And I completed the program with pride. Not to mention the location of the school, such a beautiful location!

I´m really glad I took part in the programme. I improved my Spanish so much whilst I was there, and made some incredible friends that will keep them in my memories.The internship in a city in Northern Spain was paid but not much. I earned a bit of money by teaching English in a family-run English School specially to School kids and young adults. This was perfect for me because I´m planning on becoming a teacher after I graduate. I shared a flat with a few foreign university students. We had a great time, lots of parties and we ended up being really good friends.

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