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English Opens Doors Program - Teaching Jobs in Chile
Description
Ready to teach English in Chile and make a big difference in the lives of others?
BridgeTEFL has been chosen by the Chilean Ministry of Education (MINEDUC) and the United Nations Development Program to recruit a select group of English teachers for the esteemed "English Opens Doors" program. In 2011, BridgeTEFL will be placing volunteers in all 12 regions of Chile. From stargazing in the deserts of the north to trekking the pristine glaciers of the south, you’ll find a region to love in Chile.
As a teacher in Chile’s prestigious “English Opens Doors” program, you’ll teach English to elementary or high school students and live in a Chilean community with a local host family. You’ll work alongside a local English teacher, planning lessons and activities and providing students with their rare chance to communicate and connect to a native English speaker.
Recognizing the fundamental importance of English language instruction in the modern world, the Chilean government created English Opens Doors in 2004 in order to connect local children with native English speakers. Since then, the program has been extremely successful and continues to expand. And now, you can be a part of it.
You’ll be prepared for the EFL classroom with the 120-hour TEFLOnline.com Master’s Diploma included in the program, as well as one week of Spanish classes at our school in Santiago. A BridgeTEFL advisor is there to help you at every step of the way, from pre-departure materials to in-country orientation to visa assistance.
2012 Program Dates*Dates subject to change. |
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Program Length |
11 Months |
10 Months |
9 Months |
5 Months |
8 Months |
5 Months II |
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Start Date |
January 5th |
Feb. 27th |
March 12th |
March 12th |
April 10th |
July 23rd |
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End Date |
Nov. 30th |
Nov. 30th |
Nov. 30th |
July 27th |
Nov. 30th |
Nov. 30th |
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Application Deadline |
Nov. 28th, 2011 |
Jan. 23rd, 2012 |
Feb. 6th, 2012 |
Feb. 6th, 2012 |
March 5th, 2012 |
June 18th, 2012 |
Highlights
Pre-departure Support:
• Assistance with the application process
• Pre-departure information packet
• Guidance from a BridgeTEFL advisor
Training:
• 120-hour TEFLOnline.com Master’s Diploma, an internationally recognized TEFL certification (a $595 value), OR a 20% discount on one of our on-site TEFL courses (up to $500 value!)
• 1 week of group Spanish classes before the program at BridgeChile language school in Santiago (You may add additional weeks at a 20% discount)
• On-site orientation and project training in Santiago
• The 11-month program cost also includes a one-month Spanish immersion program sponsored by the Chilean Ministry of Education. We strongly recommend that volunteers applying to the 11-month program have a desire to improve their Spanish skills.
Transportation, Visa, and In-country Support:
• Airport pickup and transportation to orientation accommodations
• Transportation during the orientation
• In-country office and staff with Chilean expertise, offering support and guidance at the orientation and throughout your stay
• Round-trip transportation from Santiago to your placement city
• Assistance in obtaining a temporary residence visa for the year and national identity card
Accommodations:
• Host family accommodations and meals during your placement (Please contact us for other housing options)
• Accommodations and meals during the orientation in Santiago
Bonus and Benefits:
• Program completion bonus equivalent to 85,000 CLP per month
• Lifetime job placement assistance in teaching positions across the globe following the program
Qualifications
*Must be a native English speaker or use English in your everyday language, and have attended an English-speaking K-12 school and/or undergraduate college (equivalent of ALTE 1)
*Must hold a bachelor’s degree in any subject
*Must be between 21 and 35 years old as of the program starting date
*Must be willing to submit a local police check stating you have no criminal record
*Must be able to obtain an official letter from your doctor stating you are in good health and fit to travel abroad
*Must have at least a basic level of Spanish (one week of Spanish lessons included in the program cost)
*Must be mentally and physically capable of teaching children
*Must be highly committed, responsible, and flexible
Bridge Recommends:
*Experience teaching or working with children and a genuine interest in teaching English
*Experience living or traveling in another country
*An interest in Chilean culture and in living in a developing country
*Be TEFL certified prior to the program (TEFL certification included in the program cost)
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