Argentina is. one of the best TEFL destinations in South America. With world famous cities, tasty cuisine, and spectacular tourist sites, Argentina appeals for so many reasons.
With its European charm, mouthwatering cuisine, and late night lifestyle, Argentina is the perfect destination to work and play. This vibrant capital is home to many expats so you’ll never feel alone.
View our guide to getting TEFL certified or teaching English in Argentina.
Top Reasons to Teach in Argentina
Stretching 3500 kilometers from the arid north to the frozen ends of the earth better known as Tierra del Fuego (Land of Fire), Argentina offers a plethora of environments to explore. Most people find teaching jobs in the nation’s capital of Buenos Aires where you can learn to dance tango and feast on meat to your heart’s content.
You’ll usually benefit from free accommodation, a competitive salary and also the chance to travel in your free time. Iguazu Falls lies in the northeastern province of Misiones and is an essential place to see when working here, this is on the border with Brazil.
Off to the north, the provinces of Salta and Jujuy offer breathtaking landscapes with earth in every colour of the spectrum. Mendoza is the place to drink wine and take in the Andes. And lastly, for the brave souls willing to journey to one of the world’s most remote locations, there is Tierra de Fuego, which can be used as a jumping point to Antarctica.
TEFL Courses in Argentina
Some local and international training schools offer TEFL courses, Spanish immersion classes and accommodation in places like Buenos Aires.
Course are an intensive training program that includes English teaching practice with real language learners, classroom observation of experienced and highly qualified teachers, and written assignments. These types of courses are designed for candidates with no previous English teaching experience, but is also suitable for those who have some experience but no formal training in the TEFL field.
Right after the TEFL course finishes, you will usually be offered ESL jobs in Buenos Aires for free as an integral part of the course. Schools look for passionate people who can commit themselves to either 6 months or 1 year. As a teacher you will have classroom responsibilities including creating lesson plans for your students and curriculum development.
These companies offer TEFL certifications in Argentina:
• Buenos Aires TEFL Institute
• Elebaires
TEFL Jobs in Argentina
You can find TEFL jobs throughout the country, some of the best places to get employment include at language and international schools in the larger cities like:
• Buenos Aires
• Córdoba
• Rosario
• La Plata
• Mar del Plata
• San Miguel de Tucumán
• Salta
• Santa Fe de la Vera Cruz
• Vicente López
• Corrientes
Argentina TEFL FAQ
Monthly Salary
$1,200 – 4,200 ARS ($270 – 1,000 USD). Expect to earn around £500 a month. Although it doesn’t sound like much, just remember this is not Europe. And although South America is not as cheap as you think, sharing an apartment and cooking meals together can save a bit of cash.
Working Conditions
Jobs are best obtained once in the country. Airfare, accommodations and health care are rarely included. Teaching hours are 10 and 25 a week. Income tax is 9 – 23 percent. The ability to save is not very high, but you’ll be able to live well if you keep a full teaching schedule.
Visa and Education Requirements
Though it is possible to obtain work with a high school diploma and a TESL certificate, a university degree is preferred. A visa is required to teach in Argentina but most teachers work on a visitor’s visa and simply leave the country and reenter every 3 months.
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