How to Teach English in Peru
People who love to travel, learn about new cultures, and teach others, may be interested in teaching in Peru. Because there is a demand for English teachers overseas, it is possible to get a position teaching English as a second language in Peru. University students, public school students, and business people are interested in learning English in Peru. When deciding on whether you should teach there, consider whether you would like to volunteer or earn a salary.
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Earn your bachelor's degree, if you do not have one, so you can be qualified to teach in Peru. Native English teachers with a bachelor's degree are generally qualified to teach there. Your bachelor's degree does not have to be in English as a Second Language (ESL). You can have any major if you are a native English speaker.
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Take a certification course in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) if you do not have teaching experience. The class will help you feel more comfortable in the classroom and may give you an edge over competitors who have only a bachelor's degree. Consider taking the certification course in Peru. Some TEFL schools will place graduates in jobs.
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Get a visa. To work legally in Peru, you will need a visa. It may be challenging to get hired by overseas employers, so you should travel to Peru and search for work while you are there. Some schools will offer to help you get the proper visa that you need to work legally.
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Search for jobs in newspapers, job boards and through word of mouth. Visit universities and schools. Job boards like Dave's ESL Cafe and publications like The International Educator can help alert you to job openings. Network, telling people you meet that you are looking for a teaching position. If you are in Peru, visit schools, and drop off your resume in the school office. Try to meet the principal. You can also try marketing yourself as a tutor.
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Contact the Ministry of Education. Certified teachers from the United States who are bilingual can apply to teach in the public school system. Find the link to the Peru Ministry of Education, which hires public school teachers, under Resources.
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Become a volunteer. Volunteer positions to teach in Peru appear to be abundant. You can live with a host family, while volunteering to teach at a school or for an organization. Often, short trips can be arranged for volunteer teachers. You are likely to have to pay a hefty fee to join a program for volunteers.
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Tips & Warnings
It's better to visit schools in person rather than only calling or sending an email. Send an email and visit to increase your chances of getting a job.
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