Opportunities to Teach English in Ecuador
Why Teach English in Ecuador?
Ecuador provides a well-rounded experience making it a popular destination for English teachers wanting to begin work in South America. The awe-inspiring natural beauty combined with a warm and welcoming local population and large demand for qualified TESOL teachers, makes Ecuador a perfect spot to begin your teaching career. The low cost of living allows teachers to live well by local standards even with the modest wages offered.
What Can You Expect in Ecuador?
- Salary: Up to $400 per month for 25 teaching hours per week. You will be paid on a weekly basis and our partners will help you open a bank account. Earnings may be improved by one-to-one private lessons which are widely available for Spanish speaking tutors.
- Health insurance is optional and can be purchased for $13 per month.
- Locations: Loja, Machala or Manta
- Placement lengths: 12 months
- Departure Dates: February and September in Loja. April and September in Machala. April and September in Manta.
- Accommodation: Our partners offer the opportunity of a private room in a rented house in Loja costing approximately $85-$115 per month. For a more culturally immersive experience, stay with a local family which runs around $135 per month including food. In Machala accommodation is available within the school for $25-$30 per month. Future plans for this school also include rented housing, so the costs will increase.
- Student age range: Work with a wide variety of learners including adults, teenagers or children from the age of four upwards.
What Do You Need to Get a Teaching Job in Ecuador?
Our partner in Ecuador requests all candidates meet the following criteria:
