Colombia boasts diverse landscapes with six natural regions, which includes its coastal regions, Andes mountain range, the plains region, Amazon Rainforest, and islands. The majority of ESL jobs in Colombia are in the Andes region in urban areas, but teaching jobs are available in rural and lower regions as well.

Bogotá. Colombia’s capital and largest city acts as an economic, educational, and cultural center of all of Latin America. Renowned for its beautiful colonial architecture and abundance of cultural attractions, teachers are sure to have a fun and vastly enriching experience teaching in Bogotá.

Barranquilla. A thriving port city in the Northern Caribbean region, Barranquilla offers a coastal setting outside of the mountainous areas. Famous as Shakira’s birthplace and for its annual Carnival, you’ll fall in love with the folkloric events, recreational activities, and delicious cuisines. Barranquilla offers a variety of programs in a plethora of settings for teaching in Colombia.

Medellín. Colombia’s second-largest city within the Aburrá valley draws people in with its comfortable climate and lively nightlife. The city hosts numerous festivals throughout the year from poetry to tango. A variety of public schools, language institutions, and universities offer many opportunities for teaching English in Colombia.