TEFL Courses & Certification in Ecuador

TEFL certification programs in Ecuador can be found across the country. From small mountain towns, to coastal resorts, to the nation’s largest cities, TEFL programs are affiliated with various schools and institutions. The larger cities, such as Guayaquil, Quito, and Cuenca, are obvious choices for TEFL courses in Ecuador, because of their size and the number of teaching job opportunities available post-certification.

Guayaquil tends to offer the most English teaching jobs in Ecuador, based on its size alone. As Ecuador’s largest city, Guayaquil is historically known for its seaport as a means for trade, but has recently been attracting more international tourists. Guayaquil is a popular connection for anyone traveling to and from the Galapagos Islands, leading to an influx of international travelers and therefore a higher demand for English language skills. With a population of roughly 2.7 million, Guayaquil is an excellent location to obtain a TEFL certificate in Ecuador, as it has clear potential for professional networking.

If you’re looking for a less competitive job market and want to get away from the busy city life, you may want to try TEFL programs in smaller towns, such as Loja and Puyo. Loja, located in the southeastern sector of the Andes, has everything a big city has to offer, with two large universities and a rich music and art culture, but in a more rural, less congested environment. Puyo is another city that may get overlooked at first, but it is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Ecuador. This annual growth has strengthened the local economy, leading to a greater job market. The city is located on the edge of the eastern Andes and the rainforest, so not a terribly unpleasant locale by any means. As more people continue to move into Puya, tourism grows within the city too, leading to more English speakers and therefore a higher demand for locals to learn how to speak and understand English.

If you’re looking for a small town pace of living, but still want to live in a major city, TEFL courses in Quito are for you. Sitting at 9,350 feet above sea level, Quito is the highest capital city in the world. Whether it’s the high altitude or the traditional mindset, something about Quito creates a calmness that can’t be matched by most other capital cities. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Quito has both a rich historic district as well as a modern side with thriving new businesses. Quito provides a unique blend of old and new for students earning their TEFL certification in Ecuador, and a pretty good teaching job market too.