How Do I Teach English in San Cristobal, Venezuela?

Beginning a teaching position in San Cristobal, Venezuela takes passion, patience and planning, as well as a bachelor's degree in any field of study. You can earn higher pay if you also have a teaching license. If you need one, it is possible to obtain one online in combination with local student teaching.

Instructions

1. Visit the websites OpcionEmpleo or AccionTrabajo to determine what English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching positions are available in San Cristobal, Venezuela. There, you will find permanent, part-time, and volunteer job postings.

2. Contact a school such as the Centro de Idiomas Alpha school in San Cristobal, Venezuela, and write a letter of inquiry stating your interest in applying as a professor to administer the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for their students.

   Centro de Idiomas Alpha

   Av. Ferrero Tamayo Cruce Con Av. Las. Pilas, Edificio Nicol

   San Cristobal, Tachira 5001

   Venezuela

   011-58-276-343-3777

   inglesalpha.com

3. Secure a work visa through the university or primary or secondary school you have chosen. Make sure your passport will be valid for the entire length of your stay.

References

• Centro de Idiomas Alpha
• The TEFL Times: Teaching in Latin America

Resources

• OpcionEmpleo
• AccionTrabajo
• Sage Publications: Links to U.S. State Specific Teacher Licensure Exam Preparation