Program Reviews

My time with RVF International as an English Auxiliary in Spain has been nothing short of fantastic. I am ethnically Spanish, but was adopted as a child, so this allowed me to get in touch with my roots. However, no one could have told me the extent to which I would fall in love with Spain and its people. Whether it’s tapas on the street, local dives, or beach trips to Alicante, everything is a lifetime adventure.

There are places online that talk about the school experience in a stressful light. In my experience, it was a great chance to grow alongside the kids. Quickly, we adapted to each other, and I’ll miss all of them as I leave the school in San Lorenzo in the coming weeks. The area around my school is stunning, as the monastery is an authentic Spanish treasure. I am a little sad that you can only be in one school for two years, as I’ve formed strong bonds with the students and faculty during my time here.

I came to Spain with a base level of Spanish that can only be achieved from an American High School. Needless to say, I wasn’t the strongest speaker. However, in Madrid, everyone was super nice and easy-going from the moment I stepped off the plane. My local alimentacion is run by a couple that speaks no English, but we crossed that divide and now check in with each other every few days if we don’t go to the store. While the city of Madrid offers the hustle and bustle and nightlife of a major city, it also has a sense of tranquility amongst the crowd.

This program is 110% recommended for people of all ages looking to immerse themselves in a new culture.

I always wanted to live abroad and this program made that a possibility. They helped so much with the visa process and getting assigned to a school, and I met so many people in my area from the program as well so I wasn’t alone. The school I taught in was a bilingual school, so they taught subjects in English and Spanish and I helped to teach biology, music, and English as a foreign language. The teachers helped so much with providing or helping with assignments, and I was never alone in the classroom without them.

If you're interested in moving abroad but feel like you need the support and the proper guidance, RVF is definitely the program you should go with. They answer any questions you might have, send you detailed instructions on the steps you need to take, and even help with making some government appointments. They're an email or video chat call away and it's always so assuring to know you have them at any point throughout this stressful process. I'm grateful that they helped me get to Madrid! If you need peace of mind for your move, don't hesitate to go with RVF.

I joined RVF International in 2023, and was placed in Almeria. Unfortunately, due to a family emergency, I had to postpone my start date to the following year. RVF was very supportive during this time and placed me in Seville, where I have had the greatest experience, and signed on for a second year. Andalucia has a policy of only allowing language assistants to work in the province for one year, so RVF was kind enough to listen to my request and quickly place me as close to Seville as I can be, in Extremadura. I am looking forward to moving there and settling into my second year soon!

Working as a language assistant in Málaga through RVF International has been such an amazing experience. From the start, RVF was super helpful — they walked me through the visa process, gave tons of helpful info before I moved, and were always there to answer questions once I got to Spain. Having that support made a big difference, especially during those first few weeks.

Living in Málaga has honestly been a dream. The city is beautiful, super walkable, full of life, and the weather is hard to beat. I loved working at my school — the teachers and students were really welcoming, and I felt like part of the community pretty quickly. It’s been a great mix of professional growth and just enjoying the Spanish lifestyle.

The only thing I’d flag is the pay. It’s doable, but if you’re planning to live on your own without roommates, it can be a bit tight — especially in a bigger city like Málaga. So if you’re someone like me who prefers to live alone, just expect to pay pretty much your whole stipend on a studio apartment and bring enough savings for your day to day living expenses because the stipend is not gonna cut it.

Overall, I’d 100% recommend RVF to anyone thinking about teaching in Spain. It’s been such a rewarding experience, and they helped take on all the challenging bureaucratic stuff on so I could relax knowing that my appointments were made and all I needed to do was be sure to show up and have my paperwork ready and enjoy my time here more. I’ve made memories (and friendships!) that I know will stick with me for a long time.

It can be an incredibly overwhelming process to move your life to another country, but with the help of RVF it is 100% attainable. Not only do they help you navigate all of the legal processes like getting a visa, but they are also there to aid in the housing search. They had me feeling prepared and excited for what was to come as an English teacher in Spain and I couldn’t imagine doing this without their support. This has been a great year living in Andalucía and I am excited to say that RVF is helping me in the renewal process to stay even longer!

My time as an English Auxiliary (RVF International) in Spain has been nothing short of fantastic. I am ethnically Spanish, but was adopted as a child, so this allowed me to get in touch with my roots. However, no one could have told me the extent to which I would fall in love with Spain and its people. Whether it’s tapas on the street, local dives, or beach trips to Alicante, everything is a lifetime adventure.
There are places online that talk about the school experience in a stressful light. In my experience, it was a great chance to grow alongside the kids. Quickly, we adapted to each other, and I’ll miss all of them as I leave the school in San Lorenzo in the coming weeks. The area around my school is stunning, as the monastery is an authentic Spanish treasure. I am a little sad that you can only be in one school for two years, as I’ve formed strong bonds with the students and faculty during my time here.
I came to Spain with a base level of Spanish that can only be achieved from an American High School. Needless to say, I wasn’t the strongest speaker. However, in Madrid, everyone was super nice and easy-going from the moment I stepped off the plane. My local alimentacion is run by a couple that speaks no English, but we crossed that divide and now check in with each other every few days if we don’t go to the store. While the city of Madrid offers the hustle and bustle and nightlife of a major city, it also has a sense of tranquility amongst the crowd.
This program is 110% recommended for people of all ages looking to immerse themselves in a new culture.

I genuinely can’t say enough good things about RVF International. From the very beginning, they were there every step of the way—helping me with applications, answering every question (even the ones I asked more than once 😅), and making the process of moving to Spain so much less intimidating.

They walked me through everything from visa documents to placement preferences, and the guidance they offered gave me the confidence to actually go through with such a huge life change. Now, I’m studying at Nebrija University, living in Spain, and truly living out something I once thought was just a dream.

If you’re thinking about teaching or studying abroad, I 100% recommend RVF. They don’t just place you—they support you. And that makes all the difference.

I have participated in the NALCAP program for two years. In the first year, I did it alone, but in the second year, I had the guidance of RVF. They were incredibly helpful and responsive, making the process much easier from start to finish. The city I was placed in was my top choice- lovely people, food, and nature in Cadiz, Spain. :) The students were respectful, and the staff at my school were supportive. Overall, a 10/10 experience that I highly recommend to anyone interested in teaching and language learning.

RVF is a great option for those who are looking to live and work in Spain. I first started out with RVF in 2022, where I got my first placement in northern Spain. They handled the visa process exceptionally well and made the transition to Spain comfortable and easy. Keep in mind, there is no housing provided, but they offer assistant in finding great living accommodations. I have recommended this company to close friends who have also enjoyed the services that are provided. It’s currently 2025, and I’m still enjoying my life here in Spain and look for to working with this company in the future.