Mexico is amongst the top 3 countries to teach English in the Americas, considering the fact that it has relative peace and stability especially in the main tourist hotspots.
Mexico is a bustling yet laid-back county just over the U.S. border and is a cultural jewel. Boasting thousand-year-old Mayan relics, delicious food, and friendly smiling locals, tourists descend on its varied landscapes in their hordes each year. So get into the rhythm of daily life as you squeeze through the crowds of people and live here for yourself!
As it borders the USA, there is a high demand for teachers. Employment mainly comes from schools and businesses, the latter of which employ in house-language trainers for workers (and pay very well!). Although it is possible to find work in remote communities, prospects are higher in Mexico City and Guadalajara, where you can expect to earn around £600 a month. Cost of living is low and will only eat around 40% of your wages. Even though a working visa can take a few months to process, many employers will take you on as long as you have applied.
TEFL Courses in Mexico
These schools offer TEFL certifications in Mexico:
IH House Riviera Maya
TESOL International Mexico
An alternative option is to take get qualified by taking an online TEFL course.
TEFL Jobs in Mexico
English teachers in Mexico mostly work at schools, from elementary through university level. You can also teach at a private language school. English teachers in Mexico must have a TEFL or CELTA certification, and being a native English speaker is also a necessity. You may also be able to work for a company that may hire you to teach conversational English to their employees.
For all EFL/ESL teachers, particularly North Americans, Mexico offers some of the best opportunities for finding teaching work quickly. Currently, the demand for English teachers in Mexico is at an all time high. Mexico City, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Acapulco, Monterrey & Chihuahua are all boom towns for teachers, reliant as many are upon tourism for income.
Salaries for Teaching in Mexico
Teachers’ salaries in Mexico are not very high and can vary greatly through the country. At a language school, you will usually earn around 6000-12000 MXN ($437-874 USD) per month through either hourly wages or a monthly salary. You can live off of this money locally, but you won’t be saving much to take home with you. The better salary usually comes from universities and private schools, with salaries from 8,000-27,000 MXN ($582-1,966 USD) per month. Many times, these schools also provide accommodation, health coverage, and vales, or coupons for local purchases. Foreign teachers are responsible for paying income tax above the tax-exempted amount of 4800 MXN per month.
Mexico TEFL Job Requirements
If you want to teach English in Mexico you will need a college degree and a TESOL/TEFL Certificate. Additionally, it will be easier to get a job if you have some experience and are a licensed teacher. A university degree from a recognized institution is also beneficial. Though the requirements are not stringent, it is important to ensure that you have high qualification for a good pay check to come your way.
Visa & Eligibility
There are two types of Mexican visas that English teachers typically apply for. The T3 visa is meant for teachers interested in teaching for a period of time and eventually returning to their native country to live, and can be extended for up to five years. For those interested in gaining a Mexican citizenship, the T2 visa is a better option. The T2 allows teachers to have immigrant status after a five-year probation period, following which teachers can apply for Mexican citizenship.
Visa applicants will be required to have $1,000 MXN in their bank account and must provide bank transaction records to prove this upon applying for a visa. ESL teachers interested in gaining a visa can apply at a Mexican embassy or consulate office.
In order to apply for a Mexican work permit, you must have a registered Mexican company to support your visa application. This company must submit a work permit application on your behalf to the labor authorities in Mexico. The company must include a copy of their incorporation articles, proof of tax payments, confirmation of your job title with the company, job description, salary information, your current resume, your original university diploma or transcript, a copy of your passport, and your birth certificate.
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