English Teaching Jobs in Spain
A list of English teaching jobs in Spain
English Teaching Jobs in Spain
If you’re looking for English teaching jobs in Spain, some of the best opportunities are internships, government programs, and private language academies. One advantage of working in Spain is that it’s relatively easy to pick up extra English lessons on the side.
English teachers enjoy a high wage for the amount of work. The typical salary for English teachers in Spain ranges from €700 – €2,000 per month ($800-3000 USD). Also, some schools offer subsidized rent and health care to English teachers.
English Schools in Spain
The peak hiring times for English teaching jobs are September to early October and January. In terms of finding work in Spain, just send your CV to every school you can find online. Here is a list of English teaching jobs in Spain to help you find out where you want to work.
English Teaching Programs in Spain
NALCAP – The North American Language and Culture Assistants Program (NALCAP) pairs American and Canadian graduates with elementary and secondary schools in Spain. Any native-like speaker can apply and become a teaching assistant (TA).
Meddeas – Meddeas partners with more than 200 private schools in Spain. This program is geared towards English native speakers with little or no teaching experience. You need to be TEFL-certified or have the equivalent education to apply for Meddeas.
UCETAM – To get accepted into UCETAM, candidates must be native English speakers. They also must have experience with children, hold a university degree, and have a clean criminal record. The application period for the UCETAM academic school years typically starts in January.
NALCAP pairs American and Canadian graduates with elementary and secondary schools in Spain.
Meddeas partners with more than 200 private schools in Spain for English teachers with little or no experience.
UCETAM hires teachers to work in public schools. Experience is required with a university degree.
Internships
If you’re a bit nervous about traveling abroad, we recommend starting with an internship program because it takes all the hassle and time of getting set up. They help you set up affordable accommodation, get your work visa/permit in order, and include pre-departure information. Most importantly, it helps you focus on getting started to teach English in France.
The TEFL Academy Internships
The TEFL Academy offers a variety of exciting internships for students who are interested in gaining experience in the field of teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL). These internships are available for students who have completed their TEFL certificate programs.
Premier TEFL Internships
Premier TEFL has an internship program that is available worldwide at different times throughout the year. They allow students to learn about the TEFL industry, network with other professionals, and gain skills that will help them succeed in a career as a teacher of English as a foreign language.
The TEFL Institute of Ireland Internships
The TEFL Institute of Ireland offers a variety of internships for students who are interested in gaining experience in the field of teaching. Interns will be fully immersed in the day-to-day operations of an ESL school, gaining valuable insight into the industry in various countries
READ MORE: TEFL Internships: Get Paid with Teaching Experience
Certification
If you’re looking to teach English abroad, the first step is to earn a TEFL certificate. A TEFL certificate is an English teaching qualification that focuses on teaching English as a foreign language. It’s designed to prepare you to become a more effective teacher while working abroad.
