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A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make the world your home for a semester or academic year.
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It no longer matters what travelers do; it matters why they do it.
Homestay tutors volunteer to teach conversational English to a screened host family and receive free room and board.
Help a family learn English. For 1, 2, or 3 months. You'll become a part of the community.
When your host family learns English, you're leaving a lifetime skill that they (and you) will never forget.
Au Pairs take care of the children, help with homework, keep children's rooms & play areas clean, and prepare snacks and meals for the children for about 30 hours a week.
Au Pair / Tutors take care of the children and at the same time tutor conversational English for 20 hours/week. They have more free time.
Depending on the location, you can be an au pair for a month or up to a year. You'll become a part of the community.
Teach Abroad with the peace of mind knowing we have your back 24/7.
Depending on the location, you can teach for a month in the summer, a semester, or a year. You'll become a part of the community.
Teaching English Abroad is ideal for anyone wanting to have an amazing cultural experience, earn a sustainable income, and contribute to people improving their life opportunities.
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This is an immersion opportunity. Depending on the location, you can be an au pair for a month or up to a year. You'll become a part of the community.
Au Pairs help the children with their homework and assist in keeping children’s rooms and play areas clean. They prepare snacks and meals for the children and drop them off or pick them up from school or activities.
Group travel can help structure and simplify your adventure abroad. Like grocery shopping at a warehouse store, serious savings can be found when buying in bulk. Group trips provide an opportunity for travelers to spend some quality time with like-minded people.
This is an immersion opportunity. Depending on the location, you can be an au pair for a month or up to a year. You'll become a part of the community.
Au Pairs help the children with their homework and assist in keeping children’s rooms and play areas clean. They prepare snacks and meals for the children and drop them off or pick them up from school or activities.
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Where would you like to travel, teach and earn a good salary?
Travel abroad and live like a local for a semester or an academic year. And get paid!
If you want to go beyond the beaten path and experience a new country the way no tourist ever could, then teach English abroad with The Cultural Exchange Project. Live in another culture while helping improve local children's English skills - all for a good salary and great benefits! Find rich cultures built upon fascinating histories as well as caring people who will make your stay worthwhile (and maybe even richer).
Teaching English abroad is one of the best ways to experience new cultures and teach in some truly amazing classrooms. Whether you want an adventure or are looking for work, we'll have a teaching position perfect for you! Schedule a call to talk to our staff about the jobs we have available and the locations hosting them. That way, when it comes time to make your decision, it's a little easier.
Imagine the possibilities. Imagine being able to live and work in another country! Teaching English abroad is an incredible opportunity for language learners and for teachers looking forward to new experiences on their resume.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make the world your home for a semester or academic year.
Choose Costa Rica, Japan, South Korea, Thailand (summer, semester, or year), or Vietnam.
When your students learn English, you're leaving a lifetime skill that they (and you) will never forget.
Cultural Exchange is part of our name. Cultural Exchange is incredibly important in our shared world today. We're very proud of these teach abroad program values.
A teaching experience will look great on your CV or Resume. Contribute a skill that will last a lifetime.
We are seeking a diverse set of qualified individuals who can and will do this job because we're better together.
Our teach abroad programs offer a variety of options to suit your needs.
Being TESOL or TEFL certified is always the best place to begin a teach abroad assignment. If you have your certification, we'll need a copy of your certificate.
If you want to get your TESOL or TEFL when you arrive, we'll ask you to arrive 30-days before your assignment begins and take our in-country course. We'll cover your accommodation, but not your meals.
No! No teaching experience is required.
Teaching abroad is an incredible way to gain experience in the field of education though. Teaching candidates need enthusiasm, desire, and openness for new experiences alongside their passion which will allow them to be successful teachers who can make a difference in students' lives!
We all know that teaching is a tough job. But it can be even more challenging if you don't have any experience in the field of education! That's why we offer high-quality TESOL courses for people who are interested, so they'll become stronger applicants and confident teachers - no matter what their background or where they live around the world. This certificate will always be valid.
No degree? No problem!
You’ll need a bachelor's to teach abroad, but we welcome applications from graduating seniors. Ask your academic advisor for confirmation that you'll graduate on time.
There are no language requirements for our programs, so you can teach in any country without fear. You’ll pick up basic phrases quickly by living there and if necessary use an app to help with communication!
Most schools prefer you to only speak English and not rely on the local language. This helps the students learn better and rely on English.
We employ a holistic approach to match your skills with the right school. We take into account everything from where you want to work, how long you want to stay, what grade you prefer to teach, etc.
In every country where we place teachers, we have different application methods. Some require a video interview and others rely on the application you fill out in our portal.
We believe that teaching abroad is an incredible experience, and we want to help you make the most of your time. That’s why our approach includes providing high-level preparation for every step on this journey! We think it's different than what some other agencies do - but based on feedback from participants who have already gone through their program with us (and loved it), we think it's valuable.
We know that teaching abroad is an exciting opportunity. Before you go, we’ll guide you through the visa process and share lots of useful tips from former teachers who have already taught English abroad with us! Our US-based staff will be there to answer any questions by phone or email so you're involved at every step. We include 24/7 availability for emergency situations when needed most (ie: medical emergencies).
You can’t just place someone in a job and call it good. Not when there is so much work to do from the moment you decide this is the experience you want, right until you arrive at your school for the first day of school ... and beyond!
We take pride that our program fee covers the costs for services, staff members, facilities - everything you need.
This isn't just about finding you a teaching job. We also make sure you receive support from the moment you sign up, until you return a year later.
Does teaching abroad let me defer my student loans?
While it's possible to get a deferment or forbearance on your student loans, you'll need approval from the company that holds or services them. Remember - The Cultural Exchange Project can provide letters of acceptance if this is something your loan provider allows you to do.
Will my compensation be enough to live on?
Your income as a teacher in our programs will be just enough to live comfortably but not luxuriously.
Can friends or couples teach abroad together?
Yes, you can teach abroad together.
Make sure you both apply near the same time so we can put each name on each application for housing. We will do all we can to place both of you at schools close by each other or one school's neighborhood instead of across town! In rare instances, we can place you in the same school.
What expenses should I budget for?
There are a few other expenses you can expect beyond The Cultural Exchange Project program fee. For most programs, you will need to pay for a visa fee and visa-related documents like background checks and medical checks. You’ll need to buy your plane tickets yourself. If housing is not included in your program, you’ll need to budget for the cost of rent as well. Teachers in all locations pay for their own food, phone service, internet, and local transportation.
Remember that your first paycheck won’t arrive until 4-6 weeks after you start working so it's important to have some savings in order to cover expenses while waiting.
You're in safe hands. Every aspect of the program is screened.
We're here every step of the way. From the moment you apply to teach abroad to the moment you return a year later. We're here now, we're there with you, we're here when you come home.
"I'm an adult with a college degree, but still my parents want to know I'm going to be safe."
Phones are answered by humans 24/7. Everyone associated with The Cultural Exchange Project (here and abroad) is trained to help you. It's a lot easier to travel with a purpose when the support is built-in.
Every single teaching job has been vetted and screened. Schools go through the same rigorous vetting process as our teachers. No teaching job will ever be presented to you that we didn't check out multiple times first. In many cases, we've had teachers in that school many times before.
Support that never ends. We're with you from the moment you apply until the day you return home.
Very clear start dates. Intakes all during the year.
Wide range of ages. 21 to 60 depending on the country is possible.
When your students learn English, you're leaving a lifetime gift.
Gain international work experience. Learn how to adapt, and work across cultures.
Bachelor's Degree is necessary except in Costa Rica. Apply before you graduate!
All job offers are screened and vetted before being offered to you.
Predeparture materials and in-country orientation on each program.
Set teaching days and hours. Plenty of time off to explore your new home.