Graduates and career breakers in search of new and exciting career prospects are increasingly turning to teaching English overseas. Not only does teaching offer a range of job opportunities and the chance of a completely different lifestyle; most TEFL courses are accessible to all fluent English speakers. Companies such as i-to-i offer TEFL certifications that are world renowned and a range of courses that include a variety of online and classroom training to fully prepare tutees for life as a TEFL teacher. The company also offer a fantastic teaching placement service for their TEFL graduates in an array of destinations across Europe and Asia. This week i-to-i have added an exciting new location, and a new continent, to their teaching placements with teaching positions in Ecuador.
The brand new teaching opportunity offers teachers the chance to earn up to $400 USD per month working in the stunning locations of Loja or Machala. Teachers will be able to explore one of the most diverse countries on the planet; from the pacific coastline in the west, to the central mountains and the tropical rainforest in the east. Close too is the breathtaking beauty of the Galapagos Islands, home to some of the world’s rarest species. Positions run for either 6 or 12 months, which offers teachers the chance to choose just how long they need to fully absorb the South American culture.
The teaching positions will give new TEFL teachers the opportunity to practice their TEFL skills in a warm and welcoming environment. Demand for English teachers is high and a good TEFL qualification will stand teachers in good stead to get a good position, though a high level of experience is not necessarily required, a qualification that includes a practical element is. A longer course such as i-to-i’s 120 combined TEFL course will give teachers a wider knowledge of TEFL teaching theory and a broader base of practical skills. An average wage of $400 will also allow teachers to live comfortably as the cost of living is low, but the cultural and adventurous opportunities are endless!
Gaining experience living and working overseas will not only be culturally enriching, teachers will develop useful skills, which will increase employability both at home and abroad. Teachers can also choose their desired location to fit in with their timescale; positions in Loja begin in February and September while positions in Machala begin in April and October enabling TEFL teachers to find the perfect location and contract to suit them, while gaining valuable teaching experience.
TEFL students or TEFL certificate holders looking for a new and interesting teaching position can find more information about teaching in Ecuador here http://www.onlinetefl.com/
