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Teach English in Buenos Aires – a South American dream, isn’t it?

The buzzing city, also known as the ‘Paris of South America’ has plenty to offer from celebrity life to culture and thrill. If you want to live in the city where Latin soap operas are made and want to do so for free or with some money to spare, teach English as a foreign language. If you live and work in Buenos Aires, you also have a straight door into the other wonders of Argentina, including the breathtaking waterfalls in Iguazu Falls or best tasting wines in Mendoza.

Teaching English as a foreign language is a perfect opportunity to travel, work and gain international experience. It’s one of the best ways to experience a country for what it is, and truly immerse yourself in the culture. To teach English abroad you need a TEFL qualification – Check out our selection of accredited TEFL courses. If you apply for teaching jobs at high institutions, such as universities, you might also need a bachelor’s degree. Most teaching internships offer you a secure contract, help with getting a working visa and some might even save you money by offering free accommodation or lunches.

If you want to live in one of the best South American countries and enjoy one of the most vibrant and cultural cities in the world, why not teach English in Buenos Aires? To help you make your mind up, here are 4 reasons why you would love teaching English in the Argentinean capital Buenos Aires.

1. It’s Buenos Aires!

Yes, we must start with this! The main reason to teach English in Buenos Aires is to have the opportunity to live in this awesome city. It’s the ultimate Latin city, with something to do at any time of the day. Whether you want to wander the cobbled streets of San Telmo, shop at the weekend markets (with accompanying live music), watch a live football match or relax in the modern Palermo neighbourhood, you will literally never run out of things to do. There are lively street parties on Sunday nights and when you go to a club or disco, you rarely come out before the sun. Buenos Aires is well connected with the rest of South America, so if you ever want to visit the neighbours, they are only a short journey away.

2. There Are Plenty Of Teaching Jobs To Choose From

Since Buenos Aires is a hub for business and education in Argentina, there’s never a shortage of work. Whilst salaries tend to be quite low, averaging $600 to $800 a month, you will break even with living costs and have some leftover money for travelling and partying. You are guaranteed to find work quickly, especially if you hold a TEFL certificate. Your working visa can be sponsored by your employer. However, word of mouth from previous TEFL teachers suggests that most salaries are paid in hand and without a visa requirement. Read your contract carefully and decide what works best for you.

3. Iguazu Falls

You can travel to Iguazu Falls whenever you want! The falls are truly a natural masterpiece! They are one of the hottest tourist spots in Argentina and apart from the spectacular waterfalls, you will get to see an incredible array of wildlife. Since you are in Buenos Aires, you are never too far away from the Iguazu Falls. Do plan in advance, because transport and entry costs can come up quite high.

4. Latin Culture

Since Argentina is a Latin country, you will have the opportunity to work in a laid-back environment. The hours are almost as long as US, with working days usually lasting from 8 am to 8 pm (depending on whether you are looking for full-time or part-time TEFL jobs). However, the students are usually older and very keen to learn the language. Most classes focus on conversation rather than grammar, giving you an opportunity, as the English teacher, to get to know your pupils.

How To Find Teaching Jobs In Buenos Aires

The first step is getting qualified. As soon as you feel all prepared for the teaching English abroad adventure, search for TEFL jobs in Buenos Aires.

There is a great selection of institutions to work for. You can apply for language institutes, and usually the contracts are flexible so you can have more than one employer. If you want a more traditional environment, teach young learners in public or private schools. If your salary doesn’t quite cover your living and travelling expenses, which can happen, there’s always an opportunity to do some private tutoring on the side. It’s not easy to find jobs for private tutoring advertised, but once you get into a school and make some connections, the opportunity will arise. Hopefully, this inspired you to take a plane to Buenos Aires, start to teach English there and live the buzzing Latin life the city has to offer.

Interested in teaching English in Argentina? Download the Guide to Teaching in Argentina.

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