Costa Rica

Teach English in Costa Rica

Teach English in Costa Rica (General Information)

With its breathtaking beaches and areas of outstanding natural beauty, Costa Rica is fast becoming a major destination for English teachers. Costa Ricans are known to be very friendly people and, with their rich Latin culture, it is hard not to fall in love with the country. With quite a number of schools in the major cities, English jobs are plentiful. Jobs are advertised online through TEFL websites or online versions of their local newspapers. …  Read More 

Teach English in Costa Rica (Cost of Living )

The typical hourly rate for English teachers in Costa Rica is about ¢4,000 (US$7) but may increase if you teach employees in big companies. Salaries in language institutions range from ¢192,000-¢384,000 (US$345-690) per month, depending on the number of working hours. This is generally 20-25 hours per week, but can be as few as 12 hours in some schools. …  Read More 

Teach English in Costa Rica (Visa Requirements )

Obtaining a work permit to legally work in  Costa Rica can be a difficult and time consuming process.  This is why many teachers teach English illegally on a 90-day tourist visa. A trip out of the country renews your tourist visit for another 90 days. …  Read More 

Interviews with English Teachers in Costa Rica

Interview with Lisa Katerman, teaching English in Costa Rica.