Want to Teach English in Brazil?
Brazil is the world's fifth-largest nation, and contains within it all the diversity one would expect: dazzling beaches, lavish forests, diverse and colorful communities. Rio de Janeiro is among the most cosmopolitan centers in Brazil. The vast, modern metropolis perches between stunning beaches and graceful mountains. Magnificent views are everywhere, especially at sunrise.
Training & Certification Programs
LanguageCorps offers the following program in Brazil:
- TESOL Certification Program
The four-week training course includes 140 hours of classroom time and, and a minimum of 6 hours of observed Teaching Practice with local EFL students.
The Training Center, located in Rio, offers the best of old and new: fully modern facilities in a historic downtown building. The completely renovated Center includes nine classrooms with audiovisual equipment, central air conditioning, phone and fax services, and access to e-mail and the Internet. Close to many bus stops, only two blocks from the subway, and within walking distance of dozens of local attractions, the Center is perfectly located.
The TESOL Certification Program includes:
- TESOL Certification course
- Job placement assistance
- Optional two weeks of complimentary Portuguese lessons before or after the TESOL course
The Brazil TESOL Certification Program Fee is US$1,995. Accommodations during the four week program are available with a host-family near the Training Center for an additional cost of US$1,100 (which includes two meals per day), or in a shared apartment for US$700 - $800. Airport pick-up can be arranged for $60.
If you are interested in learning or brushing up on your Portugese and learning more about your new location, you have the option of two complimentary weeks of intensive group Portugese classes plus cultural excursions. These take place in the two weeks prior to your 4-week TESOL Certification Program start date. There is no cost other than housing and $50 for a book that is required.
The following are not included:
- Round-trip airfare to host country
- Personal expenses (meals, entertainment, local transport, living expenses, and personal shopping)
- "Upfront" costs following the training period, such as apartment security deposits and first month's rent
- Visa costs and fees