Paid Teaching Through LanguageCorps Mexico

  Mexico

• Oaxaca: 
Oaxaca

Length of Position: Usually 10-12 months

Description: As a LanguageCorps Flagship English Teacher, you receive TESOL Certification, a guaranteed paid job, and unique training and support services empowering you to thrive as a professional abroad.

Learn and apply new skills while developing a wider, first-person perspective about the diversity of cultures and populations around the world all within the security of a guaranteed paid job, a highly organized system, and a supportive community.

Highlights: Why chose LanguageCorps?

Our comprehensive Flagship Program in Mexico includes:

* Pre-departure orientation package
* Initial visa preparation
* Airport pick-up
* International cell phone and starter minutes
* Health insurance
* Local language and culture training
* Internationally accredited TESOL Certification
* Accommodations during training
* Fantastic excursions and events
* Guaranteed job placement
* Local staff assistance
* Ongoing community activities
* 24/7 emergency support
* Re-entry package

The city of Oaxaca, with a population of over 500,000, is the capital of the state of Oaxaca. Due to its year-round spring-like climate, moderate size, and convenient proximity to outlying villages and archaeological sites, Oaxaca is renowned as one of Mexico's most beautiful cities. Colorful markets, local crafts, delectable cuisine, pre-Columbian and contemporary art museums, active faith communities, and a thriving arts community are only some of the options the city has to offer.

Oaxaca lies in a broad and fertile valley 5,000 feet above sea level, surrounded by the Sierra Madre Mountains. Over the years, these mountains have served to protect and preserve the cultures of the Zapotec, Mixtec, and other native groups. Today, Oaxaca is the Mexican state most known for its rich mixture of indigenous peoples, customs, and languages. While Oaxaca is blessed with tremendous natural beauty and a strong cultural heritage, it is the people of Oaxaca, representing a rich tapestry of traditions, who are the region's greatest resource.

The LanguageCorps Training Center is in a beautiful, quiet house in the downtown area, only eleven blocks from Oaxaca's main square, or zocalo (a 10-15 min. walk). Classes are held outside in the garden, on the terrace (with a nice view of the west part of the city), or in one of our classrooms.

Qualifications: Successful LanguageCorps Teachers are true global citizens. They are comfortable with, and excited about, genuine intercultural exchange. They embrace opportunities to share their own cultural identity with others, and to immerse themselves in new and different worlds. While neither previous teaching experience nor foreign language skills are required, all Language Corps Teachers must possess excellent native-level English, a college degree, a valid passport; and must complete an application, interview, and background check.

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: $4395

Salary / Pay: Typical wages for LanguageCorps Teachers range from the equivalent of US$400-$900/month (pay is in Mexican pesos). It is common for Teachers to work part-time at one of the institutes or universities, and teach part-time privately. Since room and board for an individual generally run around $400 per month, it is possible for Teachers in Oaxaca to save some money.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel to Mexico Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

LanguageCorps's Mission Statement: LanguageCorps' mission is to offer participants a rewarding experience living in, working in, and learning about a new culture; affording them a unique opportunity to learn and apply new skills and challenging them to develop a wider perspective about the diversity of cultures and populations around the world.

Year Founded: 2002