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Teach English in San José, Costa Rica: 120-Hour TEFL
Teach English in San José, Costa Rica: 120-Hour TEFL
TEFL Madrid Academy
TEFL Madrid Academy
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Location
  • Costa Rica
    • San José
Classroom Audience
Adults
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Program Details

Qualifications
  • Strong English skills. Confirm course-entry and teaching-placement requirements with your advisor before booking.
Classroom Audience
Adults

Pricing

Price Details
Request a personalised quotation for the San José programme. Ask for the complete fee, available intake, payment terms, airport-pickup arrangements and exact inclusions before booking. Accommodation-search support is not rent. Confirm accommodation costs and any separate travel or administrative charges in writing.
What's Included
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What's Included (Extra)

Pre-departure advice, airport pickup, arrival orientation, accommodation-search assistance and local support complement the 120-hour training, classroom observation and practice. Confirm arrangements and timing in your written quotation.

What's Not Included (Extra)

Accommodation-search assistance does not include rent. Confirm placement conditions, any employment commitments and work eligibility in your written offer. Visa approval rests with the authorities. Confirm additional services and costs in writing.

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About Program

Turn your interest in teaching into classroom skills in San José, Costa Rica. TEFL Madrid combines 120-hour TEFL training with real-class observation, teaching practice and tutor feedback. Work on lesson planning and classroom management, then put those ideas into practice with learners. Your experience extends beyond the course: pre-departure advice, airport pickup, arrival orientation and local support help you prepare for the move and settle in. Get help with your accommodation search; rent is separate. San José and the Central Valley offer a setting where English is used by working professionals and in tourism. Discuss your teaching goals, local opportunities and next steps with the team. Contact TEFL Madrid for current intakes, your personalised programme quotation and written confirmation of the full inclusions.

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Program Highlights

  • 120-hour TEFL training with classroom observation and teaching practice
  • Tutor feedback to develop lesson-planning and classroom-management skills
  • A San José base with a Central Valley setting
  • Pre-departure advice, airport pickup and arrival orientation
  • Accommodation-search assistance and ongoing local support

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

At TEFL Madrid Academy, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where BIPOC students feel welcomed, respected, and supported. We actively foster diversity in our classrooms and ensure that our teaching practices are culturally sensitive, providing equitable opportunities for all learners. Our aim is to empower students from all backgrounds to succeed in their TEFL journey.
TEFL Madrid Academy proudly supports the LGBTQIA+ community by promoting a safe, affirming, and inclusive space for all students. We actively embrace diversity in gender and sexual identity, ensuring that our programs and policies reflect this commitment. Our goal is to ensure every student can thrive without fear of discrimination or exclusion.
Our teacher-training approach includes small groups, practical tasks and feedback. If you have particular learning or support needs, speak with our team before enrolment so we can discuss the format and any arrangements available for your chosen course.
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We aim to make teacher training welcoming and accessible. Before booking, contact our team with any physical access, health or accommodation needs so we can discuss the available arrangements for your chosen course and location; specific facilities or adjustments should be confirmed in advance.
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Impact 🌎

TEFL Madrid Academy is committed to promoting sustainability in all aspects of our operations. We strive to minimize our environmental footprint by incorporating eco-friendly practices into our curriculum and day-to-day activities. Our goal is to contribute positively to the environment and inspire our students to adopt sustainable practices in their teaching careers.
At TEFL Madrid Academy, we prioritize ethical programming by ensuring our students engage responsibly with local communities and environments. We balance enriching educational experiences with mindful respect for the cultural and environmental sustainability of the regions we operate in, ensuring a positive impact for both our students and the communities they interact with.

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Location

Location:
San José
Currency:
Costa Rican Colón
Weather:
Jan-Mar
79 F / 57 F
Apr-Jun
81 F / 63 F
Jul-Sep
88 F / 73 F
Oct-Dec
86 F / 73 F

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About TEFL Madrid Academy

At TEFL Madrid, we help you find a learning or teaching route that fits your plans—not just a destination on a map. Our Spain programmes centre on Madrid, with different options for TEFL training, teaching practice, language learning and settling into life in Spain. Each route has its own requirements and inclusions. We also offer 120-hour TEFL...

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