How can I find a TEFL position teaching English in Brazil?
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What qualifications are necessary to teach English in Brazil?
What visa regulations apply to teaching English in Brazil?
Is it advisable to work on a tourist visa in Brazil?
What's the most effective approach for applying for English teaching positions in Brazil?
What qualifications are necessary to teach English in Brazil?
To teach English effectively in Brazil, employers typically seek candidates with the following qualifications and attributes:
- TEFL certification from a reputable TEFL provider, ideally with a minimum of 120 hours of training.
- While not mandatory, a bachelor's degree can enhance job prospects.
- Native English proficiency or near-native fluency is advantageous.
- Familiarity with Portuguese can be helpful, though not obligatory.
- Classroom experience is often valued, especially for higher-paying roles.
What visa regulations apply to teaching English in Brazil?
For teaching English in Brazil, the common practice is to obtain a 90-day tourist visa from the Brazilian Consulate in your home country before arrival. Upon reaching Brazil, this visa can be extended for another 90 days. Many private language schools, the primary employers for English teachers, hire based on these tourist visas due to the complexities and costs associated with obtaining a work visa. Those seeking official work visas, which require sponsorship from schools, typically find such opportunities in the public school system.
Is it advisable to work on a tourist visa in Brazil?
Teaching English in Brazil on a tourist visa is discouraged. In 2017, Brazil tightened its immigration regulations, imposing harsher penalties on both employers hiring without proper permits and employees working without them. While some may continue this practice, both parties face significant financial penalties if caught. It's worth noting that while teaching on a tourist visa might be common in various countries, the risks in Brazil are heightened.
What's the most effective approach for applying for English teaching positions in Brazil?
For those seeking to teach English in Brazil, securing a job online before departure, often with a work visa, can be advantageous. However, these positions represent only a minority of available opportunities. Many teaching roles in Brazil involve in-person interviews that may not offer work visas. Due to the limited number of internationally advertised positions, many educators travel to Brazil and seek jobs locally. Cities like Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Recife, and Brasilia are among the most sought-after destinations.
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