Teach in Mexico

Learn more about teaching abroad in Mexico!

Although poverty and dust may be some of the first images that come to mind when you think of Mexico, this flavorful country, tucked between North and South America, has much more to offer. The system of education is, in fact, impressive: with one of the highest student-teacher ratios in the world, Mexico is the world’s 24th most literate country. The value placed on learning is not a recent development, the Aztec civilization is thought to be the first empire to require universal education. By teaching in Mexico you will not only give back to the contemporary community, you will also contribute to a culture of learning & knowledge that extends back centuries.

Whether you want to teach a full class of Mexican children or settle into a home-stay where you can tutor a few students, the following list of programs offers a plethora of different, unique options. Take a moment to think about your experience with education as well as your level of proficiency with Spanish before you begin searching for a program, but also be open to different kinds of experiences. After all, the best memories of your time in Mexico won’t take place just in exchanges with your students – they will be unexpected and unpredictable, most likely involving a spicy taco or a new Mexican friend.