4-week TEFL Course San Jose, Costa Rica
Intensive TEFL Course
   
Important Information
Once accepted into this course you must provide a scanned copy of your passport as well as proof of medical insurance to confirm your participation in the course.
You will be offered free job placement assistance as part of this course. In most cases this will lead to paid teaching work.
A 1 week group Spanish language course is also included in the course fees. This course can take place either prior to or after your 4 week TEFL course.
Please note that books are not included in the fees below. The school will require you to pay about $120 for books on your arrival.
Course Details
| Course ref. |
2104 |
| Course Type |
4-week TEFL Course or equivalent |
| Min Age |
20 |
| Maximum Class Size |
12 |
| Class Times |
Monday-Friday 9.00-16.00 |
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Course Description
Course Description
In its over 20 years of experience, the school has worked with thousands of satisfied students who enjoy its approach to teaching language. The school put that experience to work for you in the TEFL training program, an intensive month-long, 120-hour course that has six hours of practice-teaching time and six hours of observation time. As a graduate of the TEFL program, you'll come away from the course with a concept of the practical side of ESL/EFL instruction.
Goals
- At least 6 hours of observation of classes taught by experienced professionals
- At least 6 hours of practice teaching with real language learners from the local community
- Trainers who will guide you through every step of the way including observing your peer teaching and practice teaching
- Instruction and practice in teaching the four basic language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) and subskills (vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar)
- An introduction to classroom management, including such issues as error correction and giving instructions
- Instruction in how to prepare formal classroom lessons, as well as what games, activities, and songs are appropriate and effective for "real" English learning
- How to use DVDs in the classroom, the latest in computer software for TEFL, and what e-learning is all about
- An introduction to TEFL testing so that you are familiar with the TOEFL, TOEIC, University of Michigan Tests, and others
- An introduction to teaching Business English, a very critical (and often lucrative) area of major interest to many students in today's market
- An introduction to the fascinating world of intercultural relations and how culture can affect language acquisition
- Professional development guidance and active assistance in job searching and job placement.
Requirements
In order to complete the training and meet the course requirements, trainees must:
- Attend the entire course
- Complete a minimum of six hours of practice teaching
- Complete a minimum of six hours of observation of experienced teachers
- Maintain and submit a portfolio of all written assignments and materials related to practice teaching
Assessment
There are no final tests in the TEFL. Throughout the course, trainers continuously assess trainees in the two major components of their work:
- Practice teaching and lesson planning
- Written assignments
Over the course of the program, each trainee will prepare lesson plans for, and teach, a minimum of six hours of classes with real language learners. These classes are observed both by trainers and fellow trainees; the trainers' evaluations constitute part of the final grade.
There are a total of two graded written assignments, each normally being between around 1000 words long. The topics for these papers include language awareness and professional development.
Evaluation and Training Report
Upon the completion of the program, the training staff will issue you an evaluation and training report that will outline your accomplishments during the TEFL training and your potential for teaching in the TEFL field. This may be included on your resume for future employment references.
TEFL Admission Requirements
All applicants to the TEFL course must:
- be at least 20 years of age by completion of the course (18- and 19-year-olds are accepted at the center's discretion)
- have competence in both spoken and written English, such that it permits them to follow the training with no problems (non-native speakers must cmmunicate in English with few or no mistakes, have a level of fluency roughly equal to a score of 280 on the computer-based TOEFL, and have an oral interview with a member of the admissions staff before enrolling)
- have a standard of education equivalent of that required for entry into higher education.
No previous teaching experience is required.
Accommodation Options
Host Family
Traditional family stays in an upper middle class home, private room. Excellent opportunity to practice Spanish with a family. 3 meals a day.
$550 for 4 weeks.
Shared Apartments
All apartments are modern, very comfortable, and fully furnished. Apartments come with equipped kitchens including plates and utensils required to live comfortably and cook for yourself. All apartments are very centrally located and are within easy walking distance or a short taxi ride to the institute.
$400 for 4 weeks.
Private Apartments
All apartments are modern, very comfortable, and fully furnished. Apartments come with equipped kitchens including plates and utensils required to live comfortably and cook for yourself. All apartments are centrally located and are within easy walking distance or a short taxi ride to the institute.
$650 for 4 weeks.
Please note that a £40 booking fee applies.
School Details - San Jose
The Training Center
The training center in San Jose is situated in San Pedro, a suburb 10 minutes away from the city centre by car . The area enjoys a nice mix of residential and commercial properties, with restaurants, shops and the University of Costa Rica close by. The school has eight teaching rooms, a computer area with six computers and WiFi, and a snack bar serving complimentary coffee and tea daily. The facilities and computers are open seven days a week, including holidays.
San Jose
This vibrant city is the capital of Costa Rica. It boasts a superb variety of cultural and social options, including restaurants, museums, theaters, and markets. Live music, fashionable bars, and dance clubs are allintegral parts of San Jose's active nightlife. In addition, the city's central location is a great starting point for adventures to any part of beautiful Costa Rica.
Timetable
Monday-Friday 9.00-16.00
Help for Jobs
The school offers job placement assistance with all of our onsite locations.
How to Apply
1. Choose the start date which interests you. If you’re still unsure, please choose an approximate date for now - you will be able to specify later.
2. Register your details with Cactus TEFL (1 minute) to help us track your application.
3. Download the application form and save it on your computer.
4. Complete it offline in your own time
5. Go back to www.cactustefl.com, sign in and submit your completed form.
You can also submit an application by email. We will explain how to do this on the application form. Please contact us if you have any problems with the application procedure.
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