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Jonah

English Teacher

I've been teaching English for eight years in Asia with a TEFL certificate and two management qualifications but no degree. I'm wondering if most Spanish in Tenerife speak English or are there possibilities of teaching perhaps business English or Primary to a private class. I know the UK has regulations and standards but not sure about Spain. I have a lot of experience and confidence which could lead to some work but need some guidence on this. I was thinking about giving teaching a break but my second thought is, Why stop while I have the whole teaching book in my head. seems a shame to stop in some ways. I could mix a few private classes with another part time job until things pick up. What are your suggestions on this?

Thanks in Advance!
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rob

Most Spanish in Tenerife do not speak English. There are quite a number of people who give private lessons but most of these also have quite a good level of Spanish also.

A friend of mine was going to teach English and was taking a course... I'll have to ask her how she's getting on.
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Jonah

Let us know when you get some info. I've Googles a few schools and not much came up to be honest. I thought about sending resume to as mnay schools as possible.

Cheers!
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miércoles · Junior Reefer Joined: 10 Dec 2008 Posts: 78

Jonah

Thanks Miércoles

I'm having a look at the information.

Cheers!
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jenny · Senior Moderator Joined: 29 Aug 2005 Posts: 5522

There are also opportunities to work as a classroom assistant in Spanish state schools. I've forgotten Trevor's (the man who organizes these posts) email but Bardofely recently worked in a secondary school so he may have it. I don't think he had any teaching qualifications and really enjoyed the experience. I have friends who have taught / still teach as classroom assistants and one spoke no Spanish and the other speaks only a little, though just being there she is learning lots and gaining confidence as she is speaking it daily with her colleagues. I believe they prefer people who do not speak much Spanish as the children cannot cheat then!

There are definitely less restrictions in Spain.

Have you taken a look at infojobs.com ? This is a good Spanish website which many larger companies use to advertise for staff. Or elbaul.es
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Jonah

I'll have a look at those links, thanks Jenny. It's good to know there might be a possibility to teach then and if you remember your friends contact let me know and i'll have a chat.

What's your job if you don't mind me asking?
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jenny · Senior Moderator Joined: 29 Aug 2005 Posts: 5522

BardofEly is a forum member and will be able to give you the email. If he isn't about or doesn't see this post either PM him or remind me and I will get hold of the email for you.

I work for a fantastic internet marketing company. Nerd

Do you speak any Spanish? There is a demand for good Spanish teachers as there are many Brits who move to Tenerife not knowing any of the local language (and by that I mean Spanish Wink

), some who then realize that life would be much easier and cheaper (no interpreter fees to pay) if they spoke at least the basics.
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bardofely

I will PM you the email you need. Yes, I loved working as a classroom assistant and want to find another such job. I have said I am prepared to move if a vacancy comes up.

You are much better qualified than I am so should have a better chance than me!

Good luck finding something!
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Jonah

Thanks for the email bardofely I'll get in touch later this evening.

Jenny works for a telemarketing company everyone!!!

I have a wonderful reference for telemarketing Jenny ... 'whistles' Rolling Eyes

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jenny · Senior Moderator Joined: 29 Aug 2005 Posts: 5522

Jonah

That would be kind of you Jenny. I take it your boss has a few connections, a business or a job placement possibilty then?

I just can't face been stuck in England for more than a week.

Fingers Crossed

Cheers!
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