English Teachers Wanted in Cobán, Guatemala 📚
The experience
Inspire, teach, and make a difference in Cobán, Guatemala! Liceo Dr. Ricardo Bressani is seeking passionate English teachers to enrich our students’ learning experience. Educators with additional expertise in math, chemistry, biology, social studies, STEAM, arts, music, sports, or technology are also welcome. Share your talents, discover Guatemalan culture, and become part of a team committed to meaningful education!
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Sports:
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Teaching Languages:
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
What you get
3 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Fluent English
Between 20 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
We are seeking passionate and qualified English teachers with strong English proficiency, creativity, patience, initiative, and a genuine commitment to education.
Your main role will be to teach English, plan engaging lessons, develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, and encourage them to communicate confidently in English. You will also create learning materials, lead interactive activities, and adapt teaching strategies to students’ needs.
Teachers with additional skills in subjects such as math, science, STEAM, arts, music, sports, or technology are especially welcome to share their talents and enrich our students’ learning experience.
We value teamwork, cultural exchange, respect, and professionalism. Join us in Cobán, Guatemala, and make a meaningful difference through education! 🌱🌿🍀
Activities & Shift
Activities and Schedule
Volunteers will primarily work as English teachers at Liceo Dr. Ricardo Bressani, helping students improve their language skills through engaging lessons and practical activities.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Teaching English and planning interactive lessons.
- Helping students develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Preparing educational materials and classroom activities.
- Encouraging student participation, confidence, and communication.
- Collaborating with our teaching staff and participating in educational projects.
- Sharing additional skills in subjects such as math, chemistry, biology, social studies, STEAM, art, music, sports, or technology, depending on your experience and the school's needs.
Activities and schedules will be coordinated with the school's academic team according to the assigned classes and educational needs. Volunteers will receive guidance about their responsibilities, schedules, and teaching expectations before starting.
We value creativity, teamwork, respect, responsibility, and a genuine passion for education. Our goal is to create a meaningful learning experience for both our students and volunteers while promoting cultural exchange in Cobán, Guatemala.🐝
Rules
You will become part of a dynamic educational environment, experience Guatemalan culture, connect with students and teachers, and enjoy our green areas, equipped classrooms, student spaces, and sports facilities.