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Teaching Jobs in Guatemala

Guatemala is a poor country that has only enjoyed political stability for less than two decades, which began after a never ending internal conflict which started with a coup in the 1950s. The nation has spent the better part of its finances, energy, and several generations of young men on these conflicts, leaving them with a range of social issues. While you will not earn the type of wages you would find in Asia or the Middle East, teaching English in Guatemala is an experience that is worth the adventure and most definitely in high need in Guatemala.
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MAXIMO NIVEL

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TEFL Certification in Guatemala with Job Placement Guarantee

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International TEFL Academy

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Get Paid to Teach Abroad with a TEFL Certification from ITA

English teaching jobs abroad are a fantastic way to live overseas and get paid to travel the world! Armed with an International TEFL Academy TEFL TESOL certification, you can get paid while teaching English abroad. After completing the training program, you can quickly begin working in major cities. Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is the chance to truly immerse yourself in a new culture while changing your life and the lives of others. Though neither previous teaching experience nor foreign language skills are required, all International TEFL Academy Teachers must possess excellent native-level English, excitement to live around the world, and a willingness to become dedicated teachers to their students abroad. Whether it's Asia, Latin America, Europe, or somewhere in between - International TEFL Academy can be the gateway for you. ITA trains over 3,500 new teachers a year and is one of the world's largest, most recognized TEFL schools.

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

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 Conservation, Medical Outreach, and Environmental Sustainability. Since 2007, IVHQ has supported over 155,000 volunteers on life-changing journeys. We specialize in fully-hosted volunteer trips that are safe, affordable, and accessible—starting from just $20 per day. Your experience includes airport pick-up, accommodation, meals, and round-the-clock support from our local teams. With flexible booking options and no change fees, planning your volunteer adventure has never been easier. Our programs run year-round and are available for 1 to 24 weeks across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, South and Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Volunteering with IVHQ is about more than giving back; it’s about growing, learning, and building genuine global connections.

Christian American School of Guatemala

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Multiple Grade and Subject Teaching Roles in Guatemala

Christian American School of Guatemala is looking for passionate, dedicated teachers for positions in Pre-K, 1st grade, 3rd grade, High School ELA, Music/Drama, Bible, and AI Technology. In this Christ-centered environment, you’ll create and lead developmentally appropriate lessons to help students achieve North American English proficiency standards. Teachers are responsible for classroom instruction and supervision, lesson planning, material preparation, and communicating regularly with parents about student progress. Qualifications include: • Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate teaching strategies • Proven ability to design and deliver meaningful learning activities • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, parents, and colleagues • Ability to maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging classroom • Native English speaker • Certification in Early Childhood Education and experience with classroom technology are a plus Benefits include: • Competitive monthly salary • Housing with utilities • Three paid personal days • Paid holidays • Accident insurance coverage (15,000Q)

A Guide to Teaching Abroad in Guatemala

Locations

Guatemala City is the nation’s large and busy capital, complete with many of the urban ills of other larger Latin American cities, including crime and poverty. The city does not exemplify the beauty of the country but it does illustrate the need for international English teachers in Guatemala. Most private schools and international schools, including the Christian American School of Guatemala, are located in Guatemala City. It is also the best place to find commercial private language school jobs and private tutoring opportunities in Guatemala.

Antigua is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a must see city. It is rich with Spanish colonial ruins, as well as some of the oldest universities and churches in the region. Antigua also happens to be home to over 30 Spanish language schools. The town is surrounded by amazing volcanoes, and sits in the shadow of the dormant and majestic Volcan Agua. The local indigenous market is grand and chaotically beautiful as well.

The Western Highlands is the region to the west of the capital, which includes Lake Panajachel, Chichicastenango, Chimaltenango, Antigua, Quetzaltenango (Xela), and other “-ango” towns. These small towns have become seats of fourth world centers, non-profits, agricultural co-ops, coffee production centers, hippy art stalls, and general backpackers escaping on La Ruta Maya.

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Great TEFL program and location!

February 24, 2026by: margaret bartlett - United States

Program: TEFL Certification in Guatemala with Job Placement Guarantee

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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.

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