TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (TEFL)
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Vancouver Language Centre/Guadalajara
invites you to "The City of Roses"
in Mexico to study in our economical, one-month TEFL teacher preparation course.
Established in 1997, VLC/Guadalajara
— the sister school of Vancouver English Centre in Vancouver, Canada — has certified
hundreds of teachers of all ages and from a variety of home countries to Teach
English as a Foreign Language.
The modern school is in
a quieter part of Guadalajara, yet only 15 minutes by bus from the central cathedral.
VLC’s 20 bright classrooms overlook a large central garden. VLC offers many
TEFL graduates a job in VLC’s own language school or we assist them in landing
jobs elsewhere.
Inquire or enroll now: Contact Pepe Lopez,
(51-33) 3615-7074,
studentservices@vlc.com.mx
Why study in Guadalajara?
Guadalajara (pronounced "guah-dah-lah-háh-rah") is Mexico's second largest city,
and is regarded as far safer than Mexico City and border cities. Guadalajara
is situated in highlands in the heart of the country, where the climate — similar
to San Diego's — is springlike year round. It's not hot! (Well, maybe a little,
during the summer.)
Guadalajara is famed for its trees and flowers, its mariachi music, its wealth
of educational and cultural institutions, and its proximity to Lake Chapala
with a large, foreign community. The city's friendly and sophisticated populace,
complete bus/light rail system, safe taxis, and famed cathedral make it a tourist
destination. The opulent Teatro Degollado draws top classical musicians from
around the world. Guadalajara is alive with art galleries. It has about 10 vegetarian
restaurants. It is located amidst nearby agave plantations, the source of the
world's finest tequila. There are two English newspapers published in the area
and many more Spanish newspapers.
Read on to learn the advantages of studying at VLC/Guadalajara. We hope we see
you soon!
VLC/Guadalajara
– Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Check these benefits and features of TEFL course: |
| Instructors |
VLC instructors are native speakers of English. This makes
VLC unique among Guadalajara TEFL schools. |
| Accommodation
|
VLC coordinates your homestay (with meals), apartment or posada. |
| Job
placement |
Most VLC/Guadalajara TEFL grads accept jobs in VLC’s adult courses
or primary school. Plus, in Week 4, instructor accompanies you to seek jobs
at Guadalajara’s many other language schools. |
| Teaching
Practicum |
You teach 11 hrs. of adult class, more if desired, with observation and
feedback from two experienced mentors. |
| Free
Spanish classes |
VLC-TEFL grads may
take 20 free hours (2 weeks) of Spanish in our multi-level program. |
| Books |
Two classic textbooks
& VLC-method grammar book (US$90 value) included in your materials fee.
See curriculum. |
| Airport
reception |
Students can be picked up by VLC staff at Guadalajara’s airport
and taken to accommodation. |
| Tech
facilities |
Students may use school
computers with Internet connection, wireless network for your laptop, fax. |
| Assistance,
Customer Services |
Bilingual Student Services
Coordinator provides ongoing advice as needed (banking, transportation,
etc.). City maps & guidebook provided. Contact Pepe Lopez, studentservices@vlc.com.mx
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| Visa,
residency permit |
Tourist visas are generally
obtained easily at entry point. Newly hired teachers: VLC does legwork &
paperwork for FM3 permit so you need not hire a lawyer — new teacher
covers state & VLC fee. (Subsequent annual FM3 permit: VLC does legwork
& paperwork — teacher covers subsequent state fee only.) |
| Activities |
Daily social events
scheduled (many are free), e.g. salsa club, outing to Pre-Hispanic pyramids,
visit to Orozco murals at Cabañas Institute, art gallery opening,
etc. |
| Graduation |
Lunch and certificate
presentation on final Friday |
| School
facilities |
VLC/Guadalajara has
20 modern, bright, quiet classrooms, a lovely garden and sociable cafeteria. |
| Cost,
hours, dates |
US $1,095 (plus application
fee US $85; book fee US $85). Mexican students receive special discount.
140 hrs. in 4 weeks, including 11 hrs. or more actual teaching & 77
hrs. observation. Course opens first of each month. |
Inquire
or enroll now:
VLC/Guadalajara Student Services Coordinator, Pepe Lopez, studentservices@vlc.com.mx
or (51-33) 3615-7074 |
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