Teach English in Central America

It was very easy to go through the application process, complete all the steps, and be ready to volunteer in Costa Rica. All the support we received throughout the process made sure that we felt safe, prepared, and were making an impact on the local community. I would highly recommend IVHQ, and hope to do future volunteer missions with them.

I had an amazing experience with International Volunteer HQ in Ecuador. Everything was well organized from the beginning, and I felt supported throughout the entire program. The local team was welcoming, helpful, and always available when needed. I especially appreciated the opportunity to immerse myself in the local culture, meet wonderful people, and contribute through volunteering. It was an unforgettable experience, and I would definitely recommend IVHQ to anyone looking for a meaningful experience abroad.

Teaching English in Costa Rica was a dream! My wonderful host family made me feel right at home, and the kids were incredibly sweet, kind, and eager to learn. Such an unforgettable pura vida experience!

This was the best two weeks I’ve had. Helping out with the kids teaching English to exploring the Costa Rican adventures. Also the host is very nice and makes sure that we are taken care of. I really believe this program is a worth of money and that you will not regret doing this program

I had an amazing experience completing the TEFL Certification course with Maximo Nivel. The program was intensive but incredibly rewarding. Quepos, Costa Rica is incredibly hot and humid, so it was great that the TEFL classroom has AC. Overall, if you’re looking for a TEFL program that gives you practical experience and knowledgeable instructors, I highly recommend Maximo Nivel. It challenged me in the best way possible, and I left feeling prepared, motivated, and excited to begin my journey as an English teacher.

Overall it was fine, though the volunteering left something to be desired at times and they definitely could've provided more resources. The staff were extremely nice and helpful though! Overall, a pretty okay experience.

I really like my whole experience with Maximo! I was here for 5 weeks and didn’t know what to expect but it was so much fun overall. I worked in childcare at CETEE school. You can really tell how much the staff cares for the kids and I felt so welcomed! Maximo was very helpful with everything:)

Taking this course was one of the best decisions I have ever made. This course stands out because of the practical teaching week. I had so much fun with the high basic English class that I taught and gained so much practical teaching experience. My teacher toolbelt is so much fuller now, and I feel ready to attack anything that EFL teaching shows at me!

Máximo Nivel provided the absolute best experience I ever could have imagined. This was probably the most rewarding thing I have ever done. I was able to meet so many new amazing people here as well. The host family were so very kind. I loved every part of it.

I had an amazing time! I thought that my host family was very sweet and accommodating, and loved the way that they handled everything. The school was fantastic, and the kids were able to stay engaged the whole time.

I had a great time at Maximo Nivel. The staff gave us a tour right away to help us find our way around and were always available whenever we needed anything. It is a truly wonderful school. Our teacher Lewis is an amazing instructor who brought a lot of energy to class. He helps make you feel more confident when you get overwhelmed. I am very glad I took this class.

My experience in Hua Hin teaching children was truly amazing. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and supported by a wonderful team. Special thanks to Hannah Yule, Tukkie Khudseesai, and Noah, the coordinator of my teaching team, who made the experience even more enjoyable and well organized. Teaching the children was incredibly rewarding, and the environment was positive, friendly, and motivating every day. The accommodation provided was very comfortable, and the food was also excellent throughout my stay. Overall, this was a memorable and enriching experience that I would highly recommend to anyone interested in volunteering and teaching in Hua Hin.

When I first signed up for this program, I felt a bit nervous because I was leaving everything I knew to complete a TEFL course in a different country. However, from the moment I arrived, I have had such an amazing experience. I have met so many incredible people, including my classmates, teacher, staff, and students. I also truly loved my host family. I am very grateful for this experience, and I hope many others choose to join this program too.

Great experience here. Had amazing support from Maximo Nivel staff and the host family. Kids were lovely at the school I taught at and it was great to meet the children and form bonds with them. I would definitely recommend Maximo Nivel!

Everyone was really helpful, and kept the whole experience on track. Every day was a new experience and was able to learn and experience many things about Costa Rica. Everytime a problem came up it was resolved smoothly.

I was incredibly fortunate to have taken the TEFL class at Maximo Nivel in Antigua Guatemala. What a fantastic class! It was rigorous in a way that you wanted to learn and work hard. The teacher, Rebecca, was one of the best I’ve ever had. She made the content so engaging and hands-on, and modeled her teaching in a way that showed us the engaging ways to teach our English students. The practical teaching we were able to do with Guatemalan students was so fun and so helpful and I learned so much. I highly recommend this course.

The course is intensive and well worth the time and effort – be prepared to put in the hours! Doing an in person course as opposed to getting certified online is well worth it. Teaching students in person is an invaluable experience. The course is busy, especially during practical teaching week. You will teach a 20 minute lesson every Friday for the first three weeks. The final week, you will teach a 60 minute lesson Monday-Friday. Come in open-minded and be receptive to learning and following the TEFL method. Lewis is a fantastic instructor. He puts in so much time and effort into everyone's learning and growth. He brings the best teacher out of everyone. Feedback is productive and really helps you improve. Maximo is a great, trustworthy program that will provide you with everything you need, and the potential to work with them after you pass the course. If this is your first time in another country, trust that you will be supported and have a sense of community within the group! You can make friends with your classmates and adventure on the weekends to the beach, Manuel Antonio National Park, Nauyaca Waterfall and more. I would recommend living with a host family in a private bedroom. Especially if you speak some Spanish (enough to have simple conversations with the family and local community) you will be just fine, but if you don't speak any Spanish, definitely still come (and practice beforehand if you can).

I got my TEFL certificate through Maximo Nivel and it simply was one of the best experience of my life. Taking the risk to move to Costa Rica was scary but I had the best support, and made friendships that will last a lifetime. The course was tough, but we had a wonderful instructor (Lewis) to help us along the way. I came out of this experience a better educator, and with memories that will last forever. I am so glad I took the leap to come here, I could not recommend it enough!!

The TEFL course in hard work but it is so much fun and so rewarding. I learned so much during the course.The people at Maximo Nivel are great. Manuel Antonio is such a great location with so much to do.

My TEFL program with Máximo Nivel Guatemala was a fantastic experience. I learned so much throughout the course and really valued the strong practical element that helped me build real classroom confidence. The lessons were engaging, well-structured, and supportive. The instructors, Becca and Claudia, were excellent—knowledgeable, patient, and always encouraging. Their guidance made the whole experience enjoyable and truly rewarding. Highly recommend this program to anyone considering teaching English abroad!