Life Altering Experience

I loved my year in Ecuador, but it did have extreme ups and downs. Living in a developing country is challenging, especially as a single woman. But I believe the challenges are also what make it incredibly rewarding. It's because of WorldTeach that I decided to start a career in TESOL, and 7 years later, I'm still not regretting it.

In my time there, the strongest asset WT had was its in-country staff. They were there to help with anything and everything. I felt safer and truly supported because they were there at any time of the day or night, ready to accept my call.

The hardest part of living there is the crime. I spent the entire year never feeling entirely safe. That said, however, the worst thing that happened to me was I lost 20 dollars from a pick pocket. Use caution, and you will have a truly wonderful year abroad.