TEFL Job
in Spain

Ahh! Siestas, tapas by the beach and bars that stay open all night! Spain is one heck of a TEFL destination.

And with one of the world’s largest tourist industries, it has huge demand for teachers but stiff competition for jobs. However, across the country there are positions available year-round, and the best schools offer good working conditions and decent salaries.

The most successful teachers appeal to the exuberant Spanish character by making their lessons entertaining and fun; it’s the best way to distract your students, and yourself, from the warm sunshine and beautiful vistas outside the window.

Please note that all positions in Spain have been filled for 2009. Check back soon for more availability!

All the Essentials:
Details about i-to-i TEFL jobs in Spain

Siestas and Sangria?! Yes! But more importantly, you can earn up to $1640* per month while working in Madrid or other areas throughout Spain. Whether you want a 3 month teaching excursion or a 9 month contract, you’re sure to find a renewable contract (bet you’ll be itching to renew it!) here. With 4 - 6 hours of lessons a day and ample holidays (3 weeks over Christmas, 10 days over Easter and all public holidays!), you’re sure to completely immerse yourself in Spanish culture!

Details

• Salary: Up to $1640* per month.
• Accommodation: Our agent can assist with pointing you in the right direction for short and long term accommodation. Flat shares can often be found with local Spanish people.
• Locations: Madrid and throughout Spain
• Contract length: From 3 to 9 months. (renewable)
• Student age range: 5 - 70 years old
• Orientation and training: There is an initial introduction to the school and a short induction course wherever possible.
• Teaching: You will be teaching with well-resourced schools and teaching a mixture of general English and Business English.
• Cost of living: Approximately $415* per month, transport to school will be with public transport (60 cents to €1 per journey)

*Currency conversion accurate at time of publication.

Requirements

i-to-i's Overseas Partner requires that all candidates meet the following criteria:

• Native English speaker and EU Passport holder.
• TEFL qualification (100-hour or 120-hour TEFL course recommended).
• University degree is NOT necessary, but is preferred.
• Minimum age requirement 21 years of age
• A motivating, enthusiastic and outgoing personality

Teaching and Employment

• What age and level of students will I be teaching?
  You will be teaching students between 5 and 70 years old.
• How many students will there be in each class?
  Usually, there is a maximum of 10 - 12 per class.
• How long are the classes?
  Classes are 60 - 90 mins long.
• Are there any teaching resources?
  There will be plenty of resources available to you.
• Will I be teaching alone or team teaching?
  You will be the only and main teacher in the classroom.
• What kind of school will I be teaching in?
  Teaching is in private schools and you could be teaching youngsters or adults.
• How much will I be paid?
  Up to £1000* per month depending on hours.
• How many holiday days will I receive per year?
  You are entitled to school holidays and public holidays, which includes 3 weeks over Christmas and new year and 10 days over Easter.
• What are my working hours?
  Working hours are Monday to Friday and between the hours of 8am and 5pm. You would normally be working 4 -6 hours per day.
• Can I renew my contract?
  Your contract can be extended; you would need to discuss this with your school.
• What happens if I need to break my contract?
  You will need to give one month's notice.
• What will my accommodation be like?
  You will be given full support in finding your own apartment, often teachers take on departing teachers’ apartments.
• What visas do I need?
  No visas are required, applicants will need to have a valid EU passport.
• How does the recruitment process work?
  
  • Send required documents to i-to-i.
  • Once documents have been sent to the in-country partner, you will receive a confirmation email with contact details for the partner.
  • You will have to advise the agent of arrival date to Madrid where interviews will be arranged.
  • If successful you can expect to be working within 3-5 days after arrival.
• When should I book my flights?
  It is your responsibility to book and pay for your flights, and to arrive in good time for your flight. We advise you refrain from booking your flights until you have signed your teaching contract.
• Who is my contract with?
  The contract you sign will be with the language school or institute that you will be teaching at, not with i-to-i or with our overseas partner. This means that if you have any complaints regarding your teaching placement you will need to take the matter up with the language school or institute and not with i-to-i.

*Currency conversion accurate at time of publication.

Recommended TEFL Training

While you can find a teaching job with basic TEFL skills, our in-country partners recommend our top-level courses in order to find you the best job abroad!

• 100-hour Online TEFL Course
• 120-hour Weekend TEFL Course

A top level course will increase your prospects, as you’ll qualify for more specialised and challenging TEFL jobs with higher salaries.

Please note: The job placement service does not guarantee that an applicant will be offered a position. A job offer will be made providing you meet the initial requirements, successfully pass any interview process and that a suitable position is matched to your profile.

i-to-i UK Limited is acting as an employment agency for the purposes of the job placement service.