English Teaching Jobs in Costa Rica: Because of the immense tourism industry, English is an important language that locals seek to master in order to accommodate foreigners and conduct business. San Jose is a hotbed for employment opportunities but there is also a burgeoning market for private lessons. Teachers have a comfortable lifestyle and are able to fully explore the various corners of the country with the additional funds they will make by working overtime, one-on-one with individual students. If you feel like working in paradise, complete your TEFL course, pack your bags and prepare for the serendipitous.
Major Cities: San Jose
Requirements: BA is preferred but not required; TEFL Certification required
Peak Hiring Months: Jan - Feb, Jun - July
Typical Hiring Process: Many face-to-face in destination country; Some phone and email in advance
Types of Jobs: Foreign language schools
Type of Students: Adults
Average teaching hours per week: 20 - 25 classroom hours plus preparation time
Accommodation/Housing Benefits Paid: No
Flight Reimbursement:No
Cost of Living per Month: 300,000 - 360,000 CRC; 500 - 600 USD
