|  Mexico TEFL - Chiapa de Corzo
An amazing display of the modern mixed with a mystical past, Mexico is a fascinating country filled with ancient ruins from some of the most advanced civilizations of the past - the Olmec, Maya and Aztecs - as well as home to one of the most populated cities in the world - Mexico City. Valley-bound cities, mountain-graced horizons, beaches, Mexico is known for its amazing biodiversity and protection of this natural richness along with its amazing past. Global Crossroad is thrilled to offer the industry-leading TEFL-Certification Course in this paradoxical paradise filled with opportunities for both the student and the adventurer.
The
School
Global Crossroad's TEFL institute in Mexico is located in Chiapa de Corzo. One of the oldest towns in Mexico , Chiapa de Corzo is a small city offers some of Mexico 's most stunning landscapes. This colonial city is located at the mouth of the Sumidero Canyon with numerous opportunities for the nature-loving student - with numerous hiking opportunities to natural destinations such as sinkholes and waterfalls gracing the horizons.
Dates/Fees
Dates
October 27, 2008
November 24, 2008
January 12, 2009
February 9, 2009
March 9, 2009
April 20, 2009
May 18, 2009
June 15, 2009
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Fees
Standard Course/Program Fees: $1799 (includes accommodation, +$45 for insurance)
 Tuition, Course Materials (Books, Videos)
Living Accommodations (local host-family)
Standard
Course/Program fees DO
NOT cover:
Personal Expenses
International Airfare
Meals
Visa, Immunizations
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Living Accommodations/Meals
Living accommodations are covered by the standard course fees and are set-up in local host families within walking distance of the language institute. While meals are the responsibility of the students, food can be obtained throughout this quaint town. These accommodations are all clean and moderate and are set-up in host families who have a long-running history of hosting international students. Global Crossroad strongly recommends that participants budget approximately $10-20/day for food.
Paid
English-Teaching in Mexico
Global Crossroad currently offers paid, English-teaching positions in Mexico . These positions are located in and around Mexico City and are available for various durations - ranging from three (3) months to one (1) year. These positions primarily consist of teaching English to business executives and professionals as well as private, individual classes to adults and children interested in perfecting their already existing English. Other activities include: business workshops, writing workshops, e-mail/online course, etc.
While these positions are not guaranteed, our TEFL coordinators will provide various levels of support to help successful graduates locate an English-teaching position. The starting rate of pay for English-teachers in Mexico is $10.50/hour and is a VERY competitive wage in Mexico . Note: transportation from the TEFL certification site to the location where graduates are offered is not covered by the above-mentioned program fee. For more information on this program, please visit: http://www.globalcrossroad.com/paid_teaching/mexico/index.php.
 Guaranteed Paid Teaching in China and Vietnam
Whether enrolled in our online TEFL course or one of our numerous abroad courses (in 20 destinations worldwide), Global Crossroad can guarantee paid, English-teaching positions in China and Vietnam for native English-speakers. Over the last five (5) years, Global Crossroad has sent hundreds of native English-speakers to China (since 2003, sending nearly 1000 teachers to China). Recently, Vietnam emerged as a major teaching destination for ESL teachers. As an English-teacher in China and Vietnam, you not only receive free living accommodations, meals, and competitive monthly salaries, but also a number of benefits. For more information on these abroad English-teaching programs, please visit: http://www.globalcrossroad.com/paid_teaching/. |
Course Recognition
This world-recognized TEFL course is offered by our partner institute who is a member of the following professional organizations: The College of Teachers, Association of Illinois Bilingual Education (ITBE), International Association of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL), California Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (CATESOL), Association of International Educators (NAFSA), The International Accreditation of TESOL Qualifying Organizations (IATQUO), Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL), TEFL Board and Illinois Department of Education. Note: currently, there is no singular, ruling body which oversees, governs or regulates the academic field of TEFL.
 Volunteer in Mexico
Mexico is a popular volunteer/travel destination. Global Crossroad currently runs numerous and successful volunteer programs in Guadalajara. If you are interested to work within local orphanages, NGOs, local schools (volunteer teacher), we would be more than happy to ensure placement in the Mexico-based programs at a significantly reduced fee. For more information pertaining to volunteer positions currently available in Mexico, please visit: http://www.globalcrossroad.com/mexico/
The program fee for successful TEFL graduates is as followed:
| Program (Weeks) |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
11 |
12 |
| Volunteer Program |
$899
$599 |
$1064
$764 |
$1204
$904 |
$1439
$1139 |
$1474
$1174 |
$1609
$1309 |
$1744
$1444 |
$1879
$1479 |
$2014
$1714 |
$2149
$1849 |
$2284
$1984 |
$2419
$2119 |
Fees do not cover internal/domestic transportation from location/site of TEFL course to volunteer projects. |
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