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International TEFL Academy
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Do you want to get paid to live and teach English in Costa Rica? Earn your accredited TEFL certification & receive lifetime job search guidance with International TEFL Academy & begin your journey today! Click on the link to learn more about ITA's award-winning TEFL course in Heredia, Costa Rica, a
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Certified English teachers are in heavy demand all over the world. This rewarding career will help you develop new skills, plus travel! Our institute in Costa Rica offers a fun, intensive, internationally accredited TEFL/TESOL Certification program. It is 4 weeks/150 hours long, including 15+ hour
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When people talk about “running away and living on a beach somewhere,” this is what they are talking about. Whether you need a change or want to experience a new culture and live like a local, this trip to Costa Rica is for you! Settle into your new life in paradise, starting with a 4-week intensi
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservatio
TravelBud
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Experience life the Pura Vida way with our Paid Teaching Program in Costa Rica! One of the most sought-after paid teaching placements, Costa Rica offers a laid-back Tico culture and a low cost of living. The first of its kind, our program includes everything – a job placement with 100% guaranteed
OnTESOL
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There’s no better way to earn income, make an impact on others, and discover the world than by teaching English abroad! This is exactly what we offer at OnTESOL—the opportunity to take on a teaching job at your desired location in Asia, Europe, Central and South America, and the Middle East. Travel
FutureSense Foundation
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Length: 4-6 months | Intakes: January 2026 Join the Global Leadership Programme, designed to provide you with hands-on experience supporting the work of an international development charity. We are looking for passionate graduates, who are keen to learn about global challenges, work with youth and
Texas Tech Costa Rica
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Design the ideal student experience with TTU-CR. At Texas Tech University Costa Rica, we understand that every partnership is unique. That’s why we offer flexible, customized programs tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of your faculty and international offices. • Co-Created: Collaborate
Teacher's Friend
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Embrace your dream of living abroad! Unsure about which TEFL course is perfect for you? Let me be your friend, helping your choose based on your unique circumstances. Worried about course content? My pre-course modules are here to help. I'll help you build a strong foundation in basic grammar and T
The Cultural Exchange Project
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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 d
Istmo Retreat and Adventures
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Istmo Retreat & Adventures partners with universities, colleges, and high schools to host faculty-led study abroad programs in Panama. Located 90 minutes from Panama City on Panama's Pacific coast, our retreat center provides exclusive-use accommodations for groups of 8-24. You design the curriculu
Toucan Education Programs (TOUCAN)
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This internship program is tailored to fulfill your academic requirements and personal and professional learning goals. You can select flexible durations of 3, 4, 6, or 8 weeks. You are then paired with projects that align with your academic requirements, career goals, and personal interests while
TEFL Heaven
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Teach English abroad in Costa Rica and experience firsthand the locals’ simple, positive outlook on life—“pura vida.” Included is a guaranteed job placement at one of our trusted partner schools, with a salary ranging from $700 to $1,500. We provide extensive support before your departure, round-th
Teach Away
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Honduras is known for its unspoiled beaches, forests, and many opportunities for international teachers. Teaching in Honduras is an opportunity for adventurous teachers to live in a country where their work is greatly appreciated and where the local people's hospitality and sociability will make the
A Guide to Teaching Abroad in Central America
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While Belize, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Panama all offer various TEFL/TESOL certification programs, individuals looking to spend hands-on time teaching abroad in Central America will benefit from focusing their search on Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Costa Rica has the highest number of teaching jobs available for individuals looking to teach in Central America. Although obtaining a paid position can be a bit more difficult than what would be expected in other Central American countries, there are a variety of options for teachers with a wide range of experience. The “pura vida” lifestyle of locals and incredible biodiversity help make Costa Rica the eco- and adventure-tourism capital of Central America. Costa Rica has a high demand for English instruction at every level - from primary education students to adult professionals. San José, the capital city and centrally located hub of the nation, is where the majority of teaching placements in Costa Rica can be found.
Guatemala is the ideal location for beginner teachers looking to gain experience and adventure through volunteer teaching in Central America. Internal conflict, political instability, and lack of resources have increased the need for volunteer teachers across the country in both urban and rural public schools. Some paid teaching jobs in Guatemala can also be found in private and international schools in larger cities - such as in the capital, Guatemala City - including teaching primary education, English language instruction, and various middle and high school subjects.
Honduras offers international teachers the chance to teach in private bilingual schools. While the major cities of Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula provide the majority of teaching placements in Honduras, recently high crime rates and violence make the smaller towns and outlying areas more desirable. Honduras is a destination for teachers with a desire to make a difference in their student’s lives as well as the local community, and although Christianity is not a requirement to teach in Honduras’s private school system, teachers should at least be comfortable reflecting Christian values.
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