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Elementary Teacher 3rd and 4th Grade (English)
Costa Rica (Monteverde)

$1,800 USD

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Homeschool Teacher for pod of 3rd-7th graders
Costa Rica (Nosara)

$3,200 USD

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experienced elementary teacher
Costa Rica (Sámara)

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Arkadia Educational Center

Conscious, active and nature based educator
Costa Rica (santa teresa)

Arkadia Educational Center

Must have a legal working status for Costa Rica to apply!

Fields of Expertise: Elementary , conscious learning
Details: At Arkadia, we believe in a form of learning that is alive, human, and deeply connected to the land. We are seeking someone who feels called to accompany children and youth through a conscious and active pedagogy one that honors nature, community, and the cultural identity of Santa Teresa/Cóbano. Profile We Are Looking For Understands Active Pedagogies: Has practical experience with methodologies such as PBL (Project-Based Learning) to diversify how learning occurs and how knowledge is demonstrated, avoiding traditional frontal teaching. Conscious Facilitator and Observer: Accompanies learners respectfully, supporting them in reflecting on their own processes and strategies, actively promoting Autonomy (the core of Self-Directed Learning). Empathetic Mentor and Guide: Uses Psychology or Social Work skills to understand socio-emotional barriers, build trust, and act as a resource coordinator, offering close and supportive guidance. Bilingual and Culturally Sensitive: Ensures fluent communication in both the first and second language to access global resources and demonstrates the intercultural sensitivity required in the diverse environment of Santa Teresa. Local Context Connector: Lives in and understands the Santa Teresa/Cóbano community, allowing them to anchor learning projects in the area’s geographic, ecological, and cultural reality, making the process authentic and relevant. The candidate must be Native-level English speaker Schedule: From 08:00 to 14:30, Monday to Friday, plus one afternoon meeting to coordinate information and maintain alignment with the project’s identity. With care, Arkadia Educational Center

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Elimar High School Nosara

Teach at a Small School by the Beach
Costa Rica (Nosara)

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Passionate Teachers & Leaders Needed
Costa Rica (Tablazo de Sardinal)

Required Degrees: Bachelor’s degree
Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL , Elementary , ESL to Children , Kindergarten , Spanish , Science , Math/Physics ,
Details: Lakeside International School is located in the beautiful Guanacaste region of Costa Rica. We are 15 minutes from the Liberia International Airport, and 10 minutes from several beautiful beaches.
We are passionate about student-centered learning and are committed to creating an innovative, positive, whole-child learning environment where all learners are challenged to become the best version of themselves. We are responsible for our own learning and we strive to help each learner develop this same sense of responsibility and independence both academically and personally. We love to explore and discover, and we work to foster this love of learning in each of our students.
Lakeside International School has Vacancies for suitably qualified and experienced:
EARLY YEARS TEACHER
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
MIDDLE SCHOOL GENERALIST
INTERVENTION & SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
This position will suit a flexible, enthusiastic, and well-qualified candidate who is student centered and focuses on learning.
We are looking for a passionate educators to engage our learners in creative, purposeful and holistic learning experiences, teachers who can cater to diverse student learning styles and needs through the application of a wide range of teaching techniques, particularly in language acquisition and literacy, mathematics, and in integrated, thematic-based learning experiences.
To successfully fulfill the role, the candidate will fulfill the following requirements:
- Is a creative and collaborative educator
- Is consistent in establishing and nurturing relationships with students, parents, peers and the community
- Has prior teaching experience with ELL’s with a toolkit of differentiation techniques to meet the needs of individual learners
- Has a growth mindset
- Has a high level of English Proficiency (Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus)
- Prior international teaching experience a plus
- Must hold a Bachelor Degree (preferably in education or education related field)
Salary compensation is competitive within Costa Rica. We are looking for dedicated teachers who are looking for a challenge and love what they do.
Starting date: January 2025
Applications should include: a personal statement, full CV, recent photograph and contact information of two referees, including one from your current employer.

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Jungle School

Costa Rica, Primer Grado de Primaria NOT ESL
Costa Rica (Nosara)

$1,800 USD

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Elementary school teacher
Costa Rica (Uvita)

Required Degrees: Four-year bachelor’s teacher’s degree for primary
Fields of Expertise: Elementary , ELA, Math and Science; other languages a plus.
Details: Now accepting applications for 2023 School Year
Centro Educativo Costa Ballena seeks qualified elementary school teachers starting late January. Applications accepted until positions are filled.
• Elementary school educator to teach in English; Principal subjects to be taught include English Language Arts, Math, Science.
*Must be native English speaker
Candidate requirements
* Must have completed a four-year advanced degree, equivalent to the B.A. or B.S. in the United States
*Must have completed a teacher education program and be a certified teacher
*Minimum 2 years of classroom teaching experience
*Conversationally bi-lingual (or progressing towards) English/Spanish
* Must be a native speaker of either English
*Creative and interdisciplinary teaching style and philosophy
*Self-starter, motivated and flexible character
*International experience a plus
* TEFL certification and/or experience teaching non-native speakers desirable
*Passions and skills outside of education that will positively impact the school
* Minimum of two outstanding professional references, including co-workers and supervisors. Names and current contact information must be provided with application
Demography and philosophy of our school
We are not an elitist institution with high fees that only serves an affluent expat community. We aim to offer a quality education to the widest reach of people who reside along the Costa Ballena. Currently, approximately half of our students are Costa Rican. The other half of our students come from many different countries. We have approximately five different languages spoken at school including French, German, Italian and Hungarian to name a few. Our staff includes teachers from Canada, the US, Spain and Costa Rica.
Work environment
Within the confines of the California State Teaching Standards and Ministry of Education of Costa Rica standards, you will have autonomy and the freedom to be a creative and inspiring teacher. You will work independently and collaboratively (with other teachers and members of the community) to plan exciting lessons and teach in a style that suits you and the children you are working with. Class sizes are small (12-18 students generally) and you will be able to develop closer relationships with your students. For a detailed description Centro Educativo Costa Ballena please visit our website.
To apply: Please send a one-page letter of interest indicating your specific interest and your resume or CV.

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La Paz Community School

Lower Elementary English Teacher
Costa Rica (Santa Cruz, Guanacaste)

$2,500 USD

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English/Math/Science Teachers
Costa Rica (Monteverde)

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Corcovado School

Certified Elementary School Teachers
Costa Rica (Puerto Jimenez)

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Bilingual Elementary School Teachers
Costa Rica (Monteverde)

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Principal and Assistant Principal Needed
Costa Rica (San Jose)

$40,000 USD

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Corcovado School

Pre-Kinder/Kinder Teacher (Native English Speaker)
Costa Rica (Puerto Jimenez)

Corcovado School
Required Degrees: Bachelors in Education field
Fields of Expertise: Elementary , ESL to Children , Kindergarten , Spanish ,
Details: Corcovado School is a pre-school through 6th grade privately funded bilingual school in Puerto Jimenez on the stunning Osa Peninsula, South-west Costa Rica.
The school is currently undergoing an exciting period of expansion and growth and is seeking to increase its student numbers and capacity whilst maintaining its high standards in the coming school year.
Consequently, we are looking for an energetic and committed Pre-Kinder – Kindergarten and Grades 1-2 Native-English speaker teacher who is skilled, self-motivated and passionate about helping our children learn and grow.
You shall be in charge of a class of both Costa Rican and foreign students focusing on subjects such as English, Art and Math in English during the morning sessions.
Hours – 8 – 11.15am 5 days a week (subject to change)
Contract Type – 1 year minimum with option to renew
Salary – Competitive and negotiable
Essential Requirements:
Qualifications / Experience
• Bachelors Degree in an Education-related field or Accredited Preschool
Qualification/Certificate
• Native English Speaker
• 3 years minimum working with children in an educational setting
• Experience in monthly and weekly planning
• Basic Spanish language written and spoken
Personal Qualities
• Independence
• Peaceful conflict resolution and discipline skills
• Good social skills especially with parents
• Patience
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Professionalism
• Ability to jump right in and hit the ground running
• Cultural Sensitivity
Desirable Skills/Experience (preferred, but not required)
• High level of Spanish
• Accredited Teaching English as a foreign language qualification (eg
TEFL/ESL/TESOL,CELTA)
• Experience living/working in Costa Rica/Latin America/Developing Country
What we offer:
• Competitive salary
• 5 days work week
• Housing is not provided but we can help you find somewhere and get settled
• Airfare contribution

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German Elementary Teacher to start ASAP (July 13)
Costa Rica (Heredia)

Negotiable

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D2MaC

Head Educator/Head Master
Costa Rica (Ojochal)

D2MaC

Fields of Expertise: Elementary , Curriculum Developer , ESL to Children , Kindergarten , High School , Spanish , Science , Math/Physics ,
Details: We provide life-changing education, a nurturing home, and supportive environment to abused, neglected and at-risk girls at Dare campuses around the world. Our ultimate goal is to empower our graduates to become influential change-makers locally as well as within the global community.
The Dare program focuses on the basic academic topics of math, science, humanities, the arts, and physical education, but also challenges each child to find its real world application in sustainably managing areas such as agriculture, oceanography, and economics. Our students leave us with strong analytical and creative thinking skills, a passion to affect positive change, and a deep understanding of how all things are interrelated in the global ecosystem.
Our girls come from dire situations of abuse and neglect. We give them a new life full of opportunity and inspiration.
Our education model is adaptive depending on age and ability. By combining students of similar ages (4-7, 8-12 and 13-17), our learning and teaching techniques foster self-directed student learning skills in small student groups with educators as facilitators or guides.
Our teaching style is highly interactive and experiential. The students learn about microbiology by exploring with microscopes on the beach, about sustainable ocean farming from a paddle board classroom, and music and arts from expert practitioners. Students participate in on campus sustainability practices and leadership training. Smart boards and the latest technology provide content, connectivity and assist with developing an understanding of global economics.
We prepare our students for higher education, including providing scholarship opportunities through partnerships with local and international universities.
Our students leave us empowered and inspired, with strong analytical and creative thinking skills, a passion to affect positive change. Their deep understanding of how all things are interrelated in the global ecosystem will serve them well as they endeavor to make positive change and live fulfilling lives.
Duties:
We will begin serving children in September 2015 on a beautiful property in Ojochal, on the south central Pacific coast of Costa Rica, south of San Jose.
We seek to appoint a visionary Head Educator to lead the development of the Campus with support from the Founder and Executive Director. The successful candidate will have a passion for experiential education and for serving children and the greater good through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Ultimately we will serve approximately 45 students per year at this Dare Campus, but will start the inaugural year with a student body of approximately 15 students ranging from 4 – 12 years old. The Head Educator will run the Dare Campus with the support of teachers (one per age group) and onsite staff with guidance from the Founder and Executive Director.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Express a passion for education, innovation, sustainability and serving at-risk, abused and neglected youth
• Embody the vision of D2MaC in every activity and decision, bringing our mission to life for individual children
• Being a role model and local ambassador of our organization
• Head master of the school
• Develop customized curriculum (with guidance from the Founder)
• Develop Campus policies and programs (with guidance from the Founder and Executive Director)
• Develop relationships and programs with education and extra-curricular activity collaborators
• Recruit expert guest speakers
• Coordinate with Patronato Nacional de la Infancia (PANI) the national organization of the Costa Rican government which is in charge of child welfare throughout the country
• Represent Dare 2 Make a Change at local public relations opportunities
• Management of Campus staff, including: teachers, child supervisors and other support staff
• Handle all Campus administrative needs
• If the inaugural student body is larger than one age-group class, than responsibilities will include teaching a class group.
• Develop and execute appropriate disciplinary policies
• Develop local funding and volunteer support opportunities (with support of Executive Director)
• Work with Executive Director and Founder to develop and implement impact tracking and impact measurement systems
• Live on campus
• 2-year commitment
Qualifications:
• Master’s Degree, in education or other relevant area of study
• 3-5 years teaching experience
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Child development experience
• Program leadership experience
• Experiential curriculum and standard curriculum development experience
• Computer literacy
• Peace Corp service experience (preferred)

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$40,000 USD

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Preschool Teacher
Costa Rica (Puntarenas)

$850 USD

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Curriculum Coordinator Pk-12 plus vocational
Costa Rica (Puntarenas)

$1,500 USD

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Lead ESL Teacher
Costa Rica (Potrero)

Required Degrees: ESL Certified or ESL/teaching experience
Fields of Expertise: ESL EFL , Elementary , ESL to Children , Kindergarten , Spanish ,
Details: Guanacaste Literacy/Abriendo Mentes is currently seeking a Lead ESL Teacher
who will act as the Director of Youth Education for Spring/Summer 2012. Abriendo
Mentes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit literacy organization enhancing education and
empowering communities in rural Costa Rica. A minimum of three months
commitment is required and a living stipend is potentially available depending on
experience. This is a non paid volunteer position.
The Director of Youth Education will plan and lead youth English classes in the AM
Playa Potrero ESL program for children ranging in age from four to 12 years old.
Potrero youth English classes are held Monday - Thursday afternoons from 2:30pm
until 5:30pm in the community center. The Director of Youth is in charge of leading
all Potrero classes with the support of at least two classroom volunteers.
Additionally, the Director can delegate leadership duties to classroom volunteers if
they posses past teaching experience or show a strong propensity for success as
a class leader. The Director of Youth Education will also assist the lead teacher in
the AM Playa Brasilito program with planning and curriculum development.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Planning and implementation of all daily PreK-6 ESL classes/activities in Playa
Potrero
Oversight of satellite program(s) (currently only Playa Brasilito)
Supervision of volunteer teachers and facilitation of their orientation, including a
classroom orientation
Track attendance and related incentive programs
Organization of classroom and office areas
Track materials and update Classroom Wish List
Maintain strong communication with supervisors, volunteers, parents, and partner
schools
Qualifications:
ESL Certified or ESL/teaching experience (6 months +)
Experience with lesson planning
Experience working with school-age children
Experience in leadership roles-
Native English speaker
Advanced Spanish speaker
Flexible-Creative-Resourceful
Upbeat
Organized
The mission of Abriendo Mentes (AM) is to empower rural Costa Rican
communities to further their own economic development by providing educational,
social, and technological programs to families and youth in need.
Logistics:
Affordable housing options, including homestays, are available for all Abriendo
Mentes Interns and volunteers. All accommodations will be set up prior to Interns
arrival. Intern must commit to at least three months, but does not have to stay the
full duration from start to end date stated on this posting.

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Kindergarten and Elementary grade school teachers
Costa Rica (Playa Ballena, Uvita)

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