Do it

If you're looking for an incredible experience and up for the challenge, I highly recommend the Xplore program. I joined the orientation and placement program (I didn't need the TEFL certification course) for Costa Rica in Nov. 2024 and have had an overall positive experience. I'm very happy with the staff (shout out to Jordayne, Carla, and Dustin!) who helped get me here and the support that is always there if needed. While it is definitely hard at times, it truly is amazing to live and teach abroad. The people you meet, the skills you gain, and the memories you make are totally worth the fear and doubt that you will eventually work through. I'm proud and happy to have taken the leap.