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TIPS FOR GETTING A JOB TEACHING ENGLISH IN SPAIN

Education:
BA/BS is required
TEFL Certification:
A minimum of 150 Hrs TESOL Foundation Certification required. A 300 or 450 Hrs’ Advanced/Diploma in TEFL/TESOL course in Spain gives you an edge
Peak Hiring Months:
Beginning of September or October and January
Types of jobs:
Public Schools, Private language schools and some tutoring
Typical Hiring Process:
Most schools prefer an interview over Skype or telephone

Average teaching hours per week:
20-30 hours of classroom as well as exam preparation time
Types of Students:
School children,Business professionals and Private students
Cost of Living per month:
800 – 1000 USD
Visas:
Work Visa is generally sponsored by the employer

Average Monthly Pay:
1500 - 2,500 USD
Start – up cost:
1000 - 1,550 USD
Potential to save or break-even:
Break-even
Accommodation Benefits:
Sometimes can be availed
Flight Reimbursements:
Rare

Teaching English in Spain

Is it true that you are searching for TEFL jobs in Spain? Teaching English in Spain is one of the mainstream TEFL destinations for outsiders to teach English abroad. Teaching English in Spain is an extraordinary method to experience another culture and a plenitude of tapas and sangria (food and drink).

The qualifications to teach in Spain may differ by job and school type. For local English speakers there are no requirements for certification while they are applying for Assistant and tutoring positions. They simply need a college degree. In the event that you have a certification in ESL/EFL teacher training courses in Spain it can help you for applying to teach at a private school or language academy.

You can earn up to 1500 – 2500 USD per month for around 15-20 hours of work each week. Since the work hours are negligible you can take up some side tutoring.