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WHAT’S INCLUDED
ü API advisor to assist you with all pre-departure needs and liaise with partner throughout program
ü Airport pick-up / arrival assistance and return transfer
ü Books and syllabi to guide teaching ü Housing and 3 meals/day with local host
family(private room) ü Local transportation stipend ü Medical, Life, and Travel Insurance ü On-site program orientation (2 days in San José) ü On-site support ü Visa (acquired on-site) ü Discounted cost of online TEFL course
PROGRAM FEE
$990 (+ discounted cost of 120-hour online TEFL course)
TEACH IN COSTA RICA
HIGHLIGHTS
Ø Guaranteed position to teach English to vocational students (17-24 years old) Ø Special opportunity to teach with an organization that is strongly committed to the community they serve. A
truly immersive experience! Ø 6-month commitment; extensions possible Ø Various start dates possible (January, April, June, July, September) Ø 20 hours/week teaching Ø Placements located in Guanacaste Region Ø Volunteers completing 6+ months of teaching will receive a flight reimbursement (up to $400)
upon completion of the program REQUIREMENTS Note: participants must be 21+ years old and have a Bachelor’s degree, TEFL certificate, prior teaching experience and basic Spanish skills. For those participants without a TEFL certificate, a 120-hour online TEFL course is available for an additional cost.
¨ Application form ¨ Cover letter ¨ Résumé/CV ¨ $150 non-refundable deposit (applies to overall program cost) ¨ Supplementary application materials due after provisional acceptance
DEADLINES
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. We recommend you apply at least 8-12 weeks before your program start to have sufficient time to get your placement and make your plans.