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Required Degrees: TEFL
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , High School , University ,  
Details: Maximo Nivel is a leading ESL institute in Latin America. We are looking for great ESL teachers to join our teaching teams in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Peru, and Online.
Maximo Nivel is well known in Latin America for our ”Native English Program,” our professionalism, and our dedication to excellent teaching and great client service. We are a hard-working and professional group—and these are the kind of teachers we look for.
Our ESL teachers teach 30 contact hours per week, Monday - Friday. Class size is strictly limited to 5-12 learners. Most teachers will teach a range of levels from Basic to Advanced. The majority of our learners are young adults (18-30 years old).
We pride ourselves on our teachers, and it is important that you take pride in your teaching. We do not hire tourists for short-term positions; we specifically look for professionals with a passion for teaching.
We stress three things in our classrooms:
1. Professionalism
2. Chemistry with our learners
3. Student Talk Time (STT)
QUALIFICATIONS
− Bachelor’s Degree preferred
− TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA certification required (minimum 120 hours)
− 1-2 years of professional experience
− Native speaker of English
− Excellent interpersonal skills and a “love” for teaching; excellent writing skills; strong team skills
− Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, G-Suite, etc.

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Required Degrees: TEFL Certification;
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: New Learning Academy is a private well-respected foreign language learning institution that has been in operation for over 20 years. Our conversational classes include small groups, private, children, and business classes. We are currently looking for part-time and full-time English teachers to join our dynamic team in the early months of 2022. The ideal candidate must be well-organized, professional, energetic, and fun.
The teacher will receive training, and they teach a mix of online and face-to-face classes..
REQUIREMENTS:
- The applicant must be a NATIVE SPEAKER.
- Ideally with business background in Marketing, Human Resources, Accounting or Finances or related.
- TEFL certification.
- Strong ZOOM skills.
- Strong work ethic and work flexibility is crucial.
- Experience as an English teacher, not obligatory but ideal.
- Work visa once you arrive in the country.
- Reliable internet of at least 25mbps.
- Must show proof of vaccination.
BENEFITIS:
- Lawyer assistance for the visa process.
- Assistance in finding a homestay.
- Access to a Bank account.
- Free language courses (if you work more than 18 hours).
- Discounts medical/dentist check-up.
- Free haircuts, Manicure and Pedicure.
- Receive/send packages with NLA department post office.
To apply, send us your resume and a cover letter.
We look forward to hearing from you.

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Elimar High School Nosara

Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Nursery , Elementary , ESL to Children , Kindergarten , High School , Summer Camps ,  
Details: Job Benefits:
Work visa: Yes
House allowance: provided
Holidays off (National holidays ) and Christmas holidays.
Welcome Party: A range of social experiences with your new multi-cultural team
Job Summary
You will teach for a maximum of 40 hours per week
You will have a five day workweek, with morning and afternoons on weekends a must
Your classes will consist of groups ranging from 15 to 20 students each
Depending on your time, you may be asked to provide a limited number of demonstration classes to potential customers, as well as to bring your energy and ideas to outside marketing activities
The only musts for this job are an openness to new cultures, the ability to communicate professionally across languages, and a love of teaching young learners

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Required Degrees: Bachelor Degree
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: Idioma Internacional, celebrating over 22 plus years in San Jose, Costa Rica, has incredible hybrid in-country and remote EFL teaching opportunities available!
Work with corporate professionals, technical high school students, and students sponsored with government scholarships in Costa Rica.
We are looking for dynamic TEFL/CELTA/ESL/ EFL Certified teachers who genuinely have a passion for education and helping others.
As a member of the Idioma team, teachers participate in robust professional development with ongoing trainings and opportunities for growth in other departments!
Teaching English with our company provides a unique and enriching experience that includes:
-Opportunity to come to Costa Rica, a beautiful, tropical, Spanish-speaking paradise
-Personalized support from the senior Academic Team
-Professional development through our internal training program
-Robust Learning Management System and technology tools to incorporate in our blended learning lessons
-Detailed lesson plans and materials provided allowing limited prep time
-Volunteering in our Social Responsibility program Idioma Cares
-A strong team dynamic with other teachers due to organized activities
Position Requirements
-Native English speaker
-University degree
-TEFL or related certification
-Competent with technology
-Internet connection 30MB
-Well-functioning computer with headset and microphone
-References from previous employers

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Required Degrees: Bachelor’s degree
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Elementary , ESL to Children , Kindergarten , High School , Spanish , Science , Math/Physics ,  
Details: Lakeside International School is located in the beautiful Guanacaste region of Costa Rica. We are 15 minutes from the Liberia International Airport, and 10 minutes from several beautiful beaches.
We are passionate about student-centered learning and are committed to creating an innovative, positive, whole-child learning environment where all learners are challenged to become the best version of themselves. We are responsible for our own learning and we strive to help each learner develop this same sense of responsibility and independence both academically and personally. We love to explore and discover, and we work to foster this love of learning in each of our students.
Lakeside International School has Vacancies for suitably qualified and experienced:
EARLY YEARS TEACHER
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
MIDDLE SCHOOL GENERALIST
MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH & SCIENCE
INTERVENTION & SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT LEAD
EARLY YEARS INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
MIDDLE YEARS/SECONDARY INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
This position will suit a flexible, enthusiastic, and well-qualified candidate who is student centered and focuses on learning.
We are looking for a passionate educators to engage our learners in creative, purposeful and holistic learning experiences, teachers who can cater to diverse student learning styles and needs through the application of a wide range of teaching techniques, particularly in language acquisition and literacy, mathematics, and in integrated, thematic-based learning experiences.
To successfully fulfill the role, the candidate will fulfill the following requirements:
- Is a creative and collaborative educator
- Is consistent in establishing and nurturing relationships with students, parents, peers and the community
- Has prior teaching experience with ELL’s with a toolkit of differentiation techniques to meet the needs of individual learners
- Has a growth mindset
- Has a high level of English Proficiency (Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus)
- Prior international teaching experience a plus
- Must hold a Bachelor Degree (preferably in education or education related field)
Salary compensation is competitive within Costa Rica. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are looking for a challenge and love what they do.
Starting date: January 2023
Applications should include: a personal statement, full CV, recent photograph and contact information of two referees, including one from your current employer.

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Language School
Required Degrees: MA, BA, TEFL, teaching experience
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: This executive Academic Director position offers a substantial pay and benefits package combined with an enriching international work experience- ideal for someone looking to perfect his or her Spanish skills while enhancing the resume. This extraordinary opportunity allows for a great lifestyle in one of the most beautiful countries in the world and a chance to join the leading company in English training in Costa Rica. With a clear mission, well organized team, strong corporate values and over a decade of experience in the Costa Rican market, we offer the best staff of English trainers and most effective English programs in Central America. Our company’s spirit and energy is positive and team oriented, allowing our employees to harmoniously and effectively work together as we improve, innovate and grow.
General Areas of Responsibility:
1) Program and Academic Operation Administration
2) Trainer and Academic Staff Management (3 Sub-Directors, 30-40 teachers)
3) Corporate Client Account Manager
4) Academic Department Program and Trainer Quality Control
Job Requirements:
1) Native English speaker with advanced Spanish proficiency (spoken and written)
2) Master’s in ESL/EFL or related field
3) Minimum 4 years of ESL/EFL program and staff management experience
4) Age range: 30- 55 years old
5) Experience living in a foreign country (preferably a Latin American country)
6) Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint
7) Experience with Computer Assisted Language Learning
8) Key character traits: leadership/management skills, cultural sensitivity, organized, detail oriented, personal skills, team oriented, flexible, adaptable, positive attitude
9) Commitment: minimum 2-year contract
Pay and Benefits:
1) Salary range: depending on qualifications
2) Additional quarterly cash bonuses for performance achievements
3) Private and public health insurance completely included
4) Work Visa included
5) 4 hours of private tutored Spanish lessons per week
6) Company vehicle
7) Laptop
For seriously interested candidates only, please send: 1) your resume 2) recent photo and 3) three professional references to with an updated phone number where you can be reached.

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Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: If you are a native English speaker with teaching experience and a desire to learn and grow in your career, please contact us!
Our school in Costa Rica has an excellent atmosphere and working environment.
Great pay and accommodation.

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Corcovado School
Required Degrees: Education degree
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Elementary , ESL to Children , Kindergarten ,  
Details: CERTIFIED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS NEEDED

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Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: We are Idioma, a language institute celebrating over 20 years of quality instruction and communicative solutions located in a vibrant downtown neighborhood in San José, Costa Rica. We have a Corporate English Division where our teachers travel around the Central Valley and deliver top-quality business English to both local and international corporations. Additionally, we manage special accounts with an NGO in Costa Rica, teaching in the public sector. We are looking for teachers who take pride in themselves and their work; we are offering teachers a professional and reliable work experience and opportunities to make a difference alongside a fun and diverse team of colleagues.
Some of the many benefits teachers enjoy include:
• Competitive pay, quarterly performance bonuses, travel reimbursement for classes
• Extensive Training and Mentor Programs
• Access to Spanish lessons and intercambios
• Assistance in finding housing, opening a bank account and cell phone line
• International Business and Teaching Experience

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eslmeister
Required Degrees: ESL teaching certificate (e.g. CELTA, TESOL)
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: English language school is currently seeking qualified ESL teachers for corporate classes in San Jose and its environs. Our goal is to bring high quality, English language training to professionals and workers in their offices, places of work, or homes.

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Intercultura Costa Rica
Required Degrees: TEFL or CELTA, Bachelor’s in any field
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: Centro de Idiomas Intercultura is looking for part-time and full-time ESL teachers to teach at our location in Heredia, Costa Rica. We require a bachelor’s degree, a TEFL or CELTA certificate, and preferably at least one year’s teaching experience.
We offer competitive pay and benefits including free Spanish classes for full-time teachers, paid professional development opportunities, bank account set-up, volunteer opportunities and a fun, supportive, and challenging work environment where teachers can grow professionally and personally.
If interested, please send your updated resume to Lindsay.

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Required Degrees: University Degree or Teaching Certificate
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , ESL to Children ,  
Details: Starting date: January 2020
Position will suit a flexible, enthusiastic, and well-qualified candidate who is student centered and focuses on learning.
**Early Years Positions in the following areas:
- Early Years (Prek – 2nd Grade) Classroom Teacher: knowledge of Reggio Emilia, Loose Parts, Language Learning (specifically in a dual/multi language environment), and Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) also a plus.
**Primary Years Positions in the following areas:
- Primary Years (3rd – 5th Grade) Classroom Teacher: knowledge of a balanced literacy approach to teaching Language (specifically in a dual/multi language environment), IPC or IB PYP is a plus. Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) also a plus.
**Secondary Positions in the following areas:
- Middle Years Generalist: experience working with 11-14 year olds, knowledge of SEL development in adolescence, knowledge of or experience with IMYC or IB MYP a plus, Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) also a plus.

-Secondary ICT Teacher: knowledge of or experience with IMYC or IB MYP a plus, Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) also a plus.

-Social Worker / Guidance Counselor: knowledge and experience working with teens, knowledge of SEL development in teens (experience working with DESSA a plus), willingness to work within the classroom directly with teens, willingness to work with and coach teachers and parents. Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) also a plus (At least a beginning level of Spanish is required)
**Leadership Positions in the following areas:
- Instructional Coach / Mentor Leader: Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, experience in research-based instructional practices that are in line with whole-child development, experience as a team leader, coach or mentor.
Salary compensation is competitive within Costa Rica. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are looking for a challenge and love what they do. The Costa Rican school calendar runs from February through December. We are looking for candidates to begin our 2020 school year in January.
Lakeside International School is located in the beautiful Guanacaste region of Costa Rica. We are 15 minutes from the Liberia International Airport, and 10 minutes from several beautiful beaches.
Applications should include: a personal statement, full CV, recent photograph and contact information of two referees, including one from your current employer.

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Required Degrees: TEFL Certificate Preferred, University Degree
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: English Volunteers for Change (EVOLC) is a non-profit organization which places
volunteers ready to make a lasting, sustainable impact in Costa Rica all around this
incredible country. Our volunteer teachers offer free classes to children and/or adults in
rural/impoverished communities, tourism communities, learning centers and public
schools. EVOLC’s aim is to develop students’ English language skills and thus enable
them to completely change their lives by gaining a better education and more
opportunities!
When volunteer teachers arrive, they will participate in an intensive orientation at our
office in Costa Rica’s capital city, San José. Upon finishing orientation, our volunteers will
be taken to their respective teaching communities. Volunteer teachers will live with
welcoming, experienced host families in communities throughout the country during their
volunteer work. They will be responsible for teaching English classes approximately 20
hours/week and have the rest of their time free to plan their lessons and enjoy Costa
Rica!
With English Volunteers for Change volunteers will receive:
- 3 meals a day
- Lodging with a friendly Costa Rican host family
- Transportation and airport pickup
- Teaching Materials
- An intensive orientation program in San José with hotel stay included
- 24-hour, ongoing support from the EVOLC Program Coordinator
- Site visits from the EVOLC Program Coordinator
-Real immersion as volunteers become a valued member of their community
- Competitive multicultural, international, and professional experience
- The opportunity to make a measurable difference in the lives of others
Volunteers over the age of 18 interested in making a measurable impact in Costa Rica
with EVOLC are encouraged to contact.

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Required Degrees: Teaching certificate
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Elementary , Curriculum Developer , Kindergarten , High School , University , Science , Math/Physics ,  
Details: Must have a master Degree in education
Competitive salary
16% deductions
3 years experience in related area
Housing included

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Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , ESL to Children ,  
Details: We have excellent volunteer programs in Costa Rica ranging from 3 months to 1 year all over the country. Volunteers will arrive in Costa Rica’s capital, San José, where they will stay and attend a 3-5 day orientation on Costa Rican culture and English Language Teaching. On the last day volunteers will be picked up and sent to their respective teaching communities where they will stay with a Costa Rican host family. Lodging and 3 meals a day are provided for the enitre time the voluteer is here. All of our volunteers are only required to work Monday-Thurday, providing 3 day weekends to travel and explore Costa Rica. Additionally, we allow 10 hours/week for students to provide private paid classes in orfer to supplement their income while volunteering.
We have 3 program options ranging in time and price from 3 months to 1 year, $950-$4,900.
1) Public School Assistance: 6 months, $950 - 1 year, $1,450
This option is excellent for those who prefer to gain experience working with children and/or in public schools. In order to participate in this program, it is mandatory that volunteers have a university degree in education, and a TEFL certificate is preferred. The Costa Rican public school year begins in February and ends in December, with a two-week vacation in July. Volunteers can choose between working in the school for 1 semester or the entire school year. Qualified volunteers will work with the English professor(s) at the school, where he or she will take over and conduct the English classes. This will also serve as a training for the professor, as he or she will be observing the volunteer and learning new techniques to continue in the classroom in the future.
2) Local Development: 6 months, $3,100 - 1 year, $4,900
Commonly referred to as our “traditional program,“ volunteers can choose from communities from all over the country, whether they choose to live on the warm beach or in the lush mountainous regions. Volunteers will work with the local Chamber of Tourism, where they will give free English classes to members of the community in order to support a sustainable tourism industry. Students include airport employees, tour guides, taxi drivers, massueses, etc.
3) Assistant Teacher with INA, National Learning Institute: 3 months, $1,250
This is an excellent option for those who do not want to stay longer than 3 months and to gain firsthand experience before applying for paid teaching positions, whether the volunteer wants to stay in Costa Rica for an extended period of time following the volunteer work, travel to other parts of the world to teach ESL, or gain professional and international experience before applying to jobs in his or her home county. With INA, volunteers will work side by side with certified INA English Professors teaching to adult community members (15+ years old) in areas surrounding the Central Valley. These English classes are provided primarily in urban areas and directed towards populations who suffer from social economic limitations and cannot pay to take regular English classes. The schedule of the volunteers will entirely depend on the schedule of the lead professor, but will likely be full time hours with weekends free to travel.

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Intercultura Costa Rica
Required Degrees: TEFL or CELTA certification and Bachelor’s Degree
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: Our teachers work mostly evenings and Saturdays and make the equivalent of between $700 and $1000 a month. We offer paid trainings, bonuses, and opportunities for professional development. We also offer free intensive Spanish classes, dance classes, and cooking classes to our full-time teachers.

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Providencia Lernaing Center
Required Degrees: Degree- desirable not essential
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Curriculum Developer , ESL to Children , High School , Spanish , Science , Math/Physics ,  
Details: We are a small not-for-profit school in the remote mountain town of Providencia, a couple of hours outside San Jose. We are looking for people with a good work ethic that are looking to escape the rush of city life and come and work with our students teaching ESL & an American Computerized learning program called SOS combined with the Costa Rican ICER Curriculum of Spanish, Math, Science, Civics and Social Studies.
We want individuals who have knowledge of both Spanish & English and can commit to a period of at least 3 months. Room and Board with a local family is included and individuals are expected to help out and contribute work to their homestay families as well as their work in the school.
All candidates must also be drug and alcohol free while in the town.
We need teachers to start from next month & October and stay until we break for Christmas in December. Do not apply unless you are serious about coming and can start from September or October at the latest.
We also need a Director to start from October and commit to a 1 year period. This role comes with private accommodation and a small stipend.
Please apply more details of this unique opportunity.

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Required Degrees: TEFL, TESL, or CELTA
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Curriculum Developer , Tourism Sector
Details: Come teach English as a part of nationally sponsored program this June 17, 2010! Costa Rica English for Sustainable Tourism (CREST) emerged from President Oscar Arias’ initiative, Costa Rica Multilingüe, which seeks to improve the competitive environment of the country by increasing the number of English speakers in Costa Rica by 2017. CREST was established in 2009 with the enthusiasm of 5 volunteers, but its goal is to have more than 300 volunteers in the first five years. Our program grows with the commitment of volunteers worldwide and with the support of both national and international organizations.
Job description:
Volunteers will live with host families in rural communities for a period of 6 months or more, and will be responsible for 20 hours of class time and 20 hours of preparation. Our program is unique in that we serve the tourism sector where there is an immediate need for English acquisition. Our volunteers serve as teaching assistants in technical high-schools or as community teachers instructing professionals from the sustainable tourism sector.
Qualifications:
*University degree
*TEFL (or the equivalent) certified or years of Teaching experience
*Ability to teach with Limited resources
*Independence
*Willingness to adapt
*Proficient English speaker
*Organization and responsibility
*Experience living in another country
*Commitment to service
*Ability to relate and communicate well to others
Because we have received the sponsorship of various Costa Rican Institutions we have a low program cost of $1250 for 6 months and $1750 for 12 months. Program fee includes:
*3 meals a day
*Lodging
*Transportation from San José to your community
*Teaching Materials
*A 5 day intensive orientation program
*Ongoing support from the Program Coordinator
*1 technical visit from the Educational Consultant and another from the Program Coordinator
*Mid-term meeting
*Volunteer visa
We are very proud to have the support of the Costa Rican Institute of Tourism (ICT), the Costa Rican Chamber for Tourism (CANATUR), the U.S. Embassy, Chiquita, and CEMEX.

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Required Degrees: Bachelor in Language Arts /Teaching English certif
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Elementary , ESL to Children , High School ,  
Details: Sharing furnished apartment (for free).
Pleasant environment.
One week Easter break and three weeks vacation in July.
Available to work full time from January 26th to december 12th, 2009.
School Schedule: from Monday to Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. including 6 or 7 extra-curricular activities throughout the school year.
Training in Costa Rican Educational Policies and Guidelines is given.
Must send a copy of College transcripts.

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Required Degrees: Bachelor´s degree, TEFL certificate
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL ,  
Details: Idioma Internacional in Costa Rica has full-time legal job opportunities for dedicated EFL teachers starting June 2018!
Work with local and international corporate clients. Be trained for virtual classes. Deliver specialized workshops and lessons to high school students in scholarship programs. Learn how to become a Language Evaluator. Participate in ongoing professional development trainings. These are all opportunities that Idioma Internacional has to offer its team of dynamic teachers.

Our teaching staff is made up of individuals from all over the world who have a true passion for educating and supporting the needs of their students. We thrive on qualities of excellence, innovation and sound character that includes a dedication to positivity, honesty and teamwork. These core values have allowed us to be a leader in the corporate English industry. As a teacher with Idioma Internacional, you can earn between $750 and $1150+ per month while working 18 to 30 hours a week.

Must be a Native English speaker, TEFL Certified, Committed to fulfilling a one-year teaching contract, have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in the field of Education, Preferred: teaching experience at least a year, and previous travel or living abroad.

Salary:
All teachers earn between $750 and $1,150+ per month, working from 18 to 30 hours per week. Classes are held Monday- Saturday between 7am-8:30 pm.

Benefits include: Legal work visa and full legal working rights, Paid vacations and holidays, Monetary compensation for per diem travel expenses to clients, Health insurance via enrollment in the national health care system, Initial and ongoing training; regular professional development presentations, Bank account provided; assistance in setting up cell phones and finding housing

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