Program Reviews

I decided to plan this medical mission trip with Maximo Nivel very last minute and I had zero regrets. It has changed my perspective on many topics drastically and taught me so much. My favorite times were working with the doctor and learning about different diagnoses. I also really enjoyed getting to meet the children and see the impact that we made on them that day. I highly recommend getting it to any person aspiring to be in a medical career, current medical professionals, or student studying medicine.

They were exceptionally well-organized, making sure that every aspect of the process was seamless and stress-free from start to finish. Their attention to detail and thorough planning were evident in every step, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. Not only were they professional and efficient, but they were also incredibly supportive throughout the entire experience. The people involved were truly amazing—they were warm, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything you needed. Their kindness and enthusiasm created a positive and uplifting atmosphere that made you feel valued and cared for. They consistently went above and beyond to ensure that every moment was enjoyable and memorable, making it clear that their top priority was for you to have the absolute best experience possible.

Really enjoyed my 4 weeks here, the host family was really nice and the support staff was very helpful. I had an internship at a hotel which was really enjoyable and good to practice Spanish speaking. The Maximo Nivel institute has lots of activities planned for the week, and the Spanish lessons were of great quality and very flexible to the sorts of things you would want to learn. The actual workbook itself was very detailed and the teaching was superb. Would recommend to university students who need or want to spend time abroad, the perfect place for this.

It's very hard to describe just in a few words how great studying with Maximo Nivel was! Everyone in the institute is genuine, kind, and very supportive. Completing a TEFL course is a lot more intense than I could have imagined (probably the most challenging 4 weeks of my life) but 100% worth it. I feel so grateful I had the best teacher: Wayne Summerbell :)

Be prepared to feel challenged (this is definitely NOT a holiday), and more importantly: be prepared to feel satisfied and happy with yourself once you've made it :)

Antigua is the most beautiful city too! It's very easy to get around. As a woman traveling alone, I felt safe during my whole stay there. You'll feel at home in no time :)

This course was incredible to me. I had 3 wonderful classmates who along with our instructor Wayne made this the most memorable experience. This is not a holiday and you get what you put into the course. Wayne was always available and encouraging as we developed ourselves into the next generation of TOEFL teachers.

As a recommendation to those who are considering this program, you should be prepared and focused. You will find this course difficult, but in the there will be success. The host family was welcoming and incredibly inclusive to make me feel comfortable. I am grateful for everyone that I have met and will continue to be a part of community of instructors and students. The rewards are endless with each student who develops their skills in learning a new language.

I had a blast doing TEFL at Maximo Nivel in Antigua, in large part thanks to my five-star instructor, Wayne Summerbell. I highly recommend this program. Believe me, it's not a walk in the park. There were moments that I doubted I could complete the tasks at hand, but those trials made the experience that much more fulfilling. Don't worry, Antigua is a very comfortable and safe place and the Maximo staff are super helpful and communicative. If you have any issue, they will be happy to help resolve it. Wayne is a gem of an instructor and there are so many fun activities to take part in throughout the week! My favorites were free Salsa class and soccer night! I've taught ESL as a volunteer for 2 years, and I still found this course to be eye opening and challenging!! You won't regret this experience and you get life time job placement assistance. It's the perfect place to start a worldwide journey teaching English. Just make sure you have instructor Wayne! He's the best :)

Máximo Nivel far exceeded all my expectations!  This course gave me the confidence and experience needed for my English teaching career.  

I was pursuing TEFL certification and one of my friends, who completed this course, recommended it to me. I went through the 3-6 month program and got a 3-month extension as needed. The course was well organized and covered everything from grammar, learning styles, teaching methodology, technical skills for online classes, lesson planning, assessing learners, and more.

I received support throughout the program from my Tefl instructor, Sean. He answered all my questions and was available for anything I needed help with.  A quick Zoom call with him put my fears to rest as he encouraged and guided me with lesson planning during my practical week of teaching. He also gave me helpful feedback after each lesson which fine-tuned my teaching skills so I could better serve my students with every lesson. 

After completion, I got my certificate, a letter of recommendation, and job-finding assistance to set me up for success. 

I highly recommend Maximo Nivel to those looking to boost their confidence and credibility.

It is pretty pricey, not gonna lie. However, if you can afford it, then you can have a very fun time. If you are already very confident abroad, then it may not be worth it for you. However, if you are a solo, new, student, or uncertain traveler, then I would recommend you look into this organization. The Máximo support staff are excellent, welcoming, and understanding. Liam and Andres are the GOATS. There are many volunteer programs here, so you can generally find one that fits your interests and goals.

I thoroughly enjoyed every single aspect of the TEFL course in Cusco, Peru. From the moment I touched down in the city, I felt incredibly supported and cared for by the amazing staff at Máximo and beautiful host family. Sean is an amazing instructor! Each day was full of fascinating language lessons, endless laughs, and abundant opportunities to push oneself. We were able to teach for a total of 10 hours throughout the course and with each lesson, my confidence, skills, and strengths as a teacher grew. We received excellent feedback from Sean after each teaching experience that allowed us to acknowledge and strengthen our weaker points. I had so much fun and was truly lit up by the passion that fills each individual at Máximo. Come experience the magic for yourself!

The Maximo Nivel online TEFL program was very thorough and well done. It definitely prepared me to be able to teach. I enjoyed the self-paced modules, video observations, and support. The ability to teach class for a week through their online program was a great experience. The program was challenging enough that you feel ready to teach in-person or online when you receive your certificate.
Sean provided experienced support both during the self-paced portion when I had questions and in preparing for the online teaching experience. After each lesson I taught during the practicum, he provided me with feedback on how to improve for the next lesson.