Travel to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) on your specific internship arrival day, for airport pick up and transfers to Zipaquirá for orientation.

Full two week long orientation to learn about Colombia culture and training sessions to prepare you to be confident in the classroom. You’ll learn a few local phrases and discover true Colombian hospitality.

At the end of the orientation you’ll travel by bus to your homestay location in the urban areas of Zipaquirá city.

It’s time to get into the classroom! You’ll be confident after already completing 120 hours of certified teacher training plus the workshops during orientation.

You will work in an English language academy Monday to Friday, with one Saturday per month. Students are aged six to adult, with mixed English ability, giving you an incredible first-time teaching experience. You can expect around 30 hours of hands-on teaching per week, plus some time to plan lessons following the in-house curriculum.

Your goal will be focused on conversational English practice, helping your eager students to feel confident as they develop their skills for better job opportunities or access to improved education. You’ll be able to ask advice from local teaching colleagues but don’t forget to bring your own creativity and ideas into the classroom, this is your chance to shine!

On weekends off and your salary to enjoy, you will have a long list of sightseeing and travel plans. Relax and enjoy the Salt Mine tour to discover the underground cathedral, find the best local street food to try out, and make it to a night of Colombian traditional singing and dancing. Prepare to check off a few amazing bucket list items!

Congratulations, you did it! Make sure to celebrate this achievement. It’s time to decide if you’d like to see more of Colombia, traveling or teaching (or both).

You might decide to extend your stay at your placement and teach for longer. The possibilities are endless for you now as a confident and experienced TEFL teacher.