Program Reviews

Wayne is an absolute gem of a TEFL teacher, and I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to learn from him. His teaching style is nothing short of amazing, characterised by a perfect blend of humor, energy, and friendliness. Each lesson with Wayne was a delightful experience, filled with laughter and enthusiasm. His ability to make learning fun and engaging is unparalleled, as he effortlessly transforms even the most challenging topics into enjoyable learning adventures.

What truly sets Wayne apart is his genuine warmth and dedication to his students' success. From the moment I stepped into his classroom, I felt welcomed and supported. Wayne goes above and beyond to create a nurturing learning environment where every student feels valued and encouraged. His passion for teaching shines through in every interaction, inspiring us to strive for excellence and reach our full potential. Without a doubt, Wayne has had a profound impact on my TEFL journey, and I am immensely grateful for his guidance and mentorship. If you're looking for a TEFL teacher who not only excels in the classroom but also leaves a lasting impression on your learning experience, look no further than Wayne.

I am so grateful for this experience. The TEFL certification opens so many doors that I am excited to explore. Although the course is partly focused on grammar which can be slightly dull, the TEFL trainer Wayne made every day so engaging, fun, and relevant. I swear he could be a famous actor because he applies his theater skills to make every day so hilarious and interactive. He also cares so much for every single one of his students and is always available to support and help you. He also helps improve your teaching techniques because he strikes a beautiful balance between critical feedback and a supportive shoulder to lean on. THANK YOU WAYNE!!! We will all miss you dearly.

Wayne was an outstanding instructor! His level of understanding of the material and energy in presenting it was extremely effective. He was always available for support and was extremely supportive throughout the four weeks of classwork.

With many options to become TEFL certified, I am extremely happy with my choice of Maximo Nivel. Maximo does a great job making sure it's students are comfortable and well taken care of. I have nothing but great things to say and memories of my time here! I feel well prepared to teach!

MaxioNivel did a great job of providing support while we were volunteering. We did not have very much knowledge when we jumped into projects but the staff guided us there the first day and the office was always easy to reach. The projects themselves are diverse and sometime disorganized so I did not always feel very helpful but I know our presence was appreciated and am grateful for the experience. I think your mindset and attitude at the project greatly impacts your experience. Having patience and an open-minded are helpful!

Step out of your comfort zone. The IVHQ program is well orchestrated and the Maximo Nivel´s crew on the ground are outstanding. Yeah, it takes a lot of patience and understanding but the rewards are ten fold. I worked with kids and they ran me around like I haven´t moved in ages. Even though I don´t speak Spanish, there was enough help to communicate with these great children.

Overall it was challenging, unique and FUN.

Jolene Bowers, Connecticut USA

I would recommend MaximoNivel if you are looking for a volunteer opportunity in Guatemala. People are always ready to assist and I enjoyed staying at the host family a lot: a very welcoming family and splendid food.
I volunteered for construction, so I found myself building cages in an animal rescue center. Those cages are intended for 2 huge pythons.
Sadly 4 weeks were not enough to finish the project but perhaps you are going to finish them?
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Maximo Nivel was an amazing experience that I plan to enjoy again. I had the pleasure of visiting the Capital of CR, San Jose for the majority of my spanish immersion course. I was pleasantly surprised by the excellent customer service and sense of community in the environment. One of my favorite location to visit was the turtle habitat where we released the new hatchlings into the free ocean. The weather was beautiful day and night, a comfortable pair of shorts and a t-shirt no matter the hour!

We (husband & I) had a great time teaching English to youngsters and teens for 3 weeks in 2 diverse projects. I have already recommended IVHQ & Maximo Nivel to several friends who want to volunteer. We really can't fault the organisation & support MN gave us. Once we were shown the ropes for each of the projects, we were left to manage how we undertook the teaching. We built great relationships with the kids and it felt great to be putting back into these communities. Muchos gracias, Maximo Nivel!

I really enjoyed my experience here in Guatemala. However, I would recommend for the future that a more detailed list specific to dentistry be provided for volunteers coming because they can then bring supplies that they know the clinic they will be working at doesn’t have. Additionally, it would’ve been helpful to have a translator at the clinic, but I know this is a harder ask. You guys are doing great things here & I hope the work continues and improves to reach more and more people!! I am very glad I came!

The IVHQ program was easy to register for and complete all the predepartute steps. In country orientation provided the details needed and reinforced information shared in the program.gude. My host family was welcoming and flexible with meals based on the volunteer schedule. The staff at Maximo was energetic, fun and led by example, creating great experiences. Everyone was very patient with my limited language skills, it was much apprecitaed! I look forward to my next adventure with IVHQ & Maximo and would recommend this program to others.