Paid Teacher in Costa Rica
Program Overview
Broaden your global experience and perspective in this paid teaching opportunity in Costa Rica. Offered by GeoVisions, it lets you make a lifelong difference in the lives of the locals. Choose from online teaching, language schools, or a position at an international school if you have an education degree.
This is an incredible experience for the people you will teach, as well as for you! Academies (language schools) provide English classes for business professionals, young adults, and young learners. No degree is needed to teach online or in a language school. Even if you have just your high school diploma, we can place you for 6 months to a year in Costa Rica and get paid to teach English.
This program includes an orientation in Costa Rica, a TESOL certification, a monthly salary in local currency, airport pick-up, and local support.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 3-6 Months
- 1 Year
- American
- Australian
- Kiwi
- British
- Irish
Updated May 14, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- San Jose, Costa Rica
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Australian
- Kiwi
- British
- Irish
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Associate degree
- Some college credit, no degree
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- University 5th Year or More
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Freshman (1st Year)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Independent living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Resume
- Transcript
Age Requirement
21+
Duration
- 3-6 Months
- 1 Year
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Salary & Compensation
Teachers can earn between $700 and $1,000 per month paid in local currency.
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