Teach English in Nicaragua

How to Begin Teaching in Nicaragua

Volcanic landscapes, colonial architecture and sensational beaches

Nicaragua is an interesting mix of cultures, architecture, food and music.

Fun, adventurous and cheap, Nicaragua is one of the safer countries in the region. Only recently discovered by the tourist hordes, it is no surprise tourists are now making a beeline for this Central American country. Colonial architecture, white sandy beaches, volcanoes, lakes, and diverse flora and fauna are just a taste of what you can discover in Nicaragua.

With a multi-ethnic population of Europeans, Africans, Asians and those with Middle Eastern origins, Nicaragua is an interesting mix of cultures, architecture, food and music. Granada should be your destination if you enjoy wandering the streets admiring colourful Spanish buildings and churches; head over to San Juan del Sur to surf and hang out at a cheap bar on the beach; or go to Ometepe Island to hike a volcano.

Teaching Opportunities:
Don’t come to Nicaragua to get rich. Instead, Nicaragua should be considered if you are looking for a really special teaching experience and an adventurous lifestyle. There are language schools, universities and international schools where you can find a TEFL position, mostly in Leon, Managua, Granada, and San Juan del Sur. Schools hire year-round, except for December, when everyone is on holiday.

Employers prefer to do interviews face-to-face rather than on Skype so it is preferable to be in the country when you are looking for a position. It is common to arrive and work on a tourist visa, though this is not strictly legal.

Teaching Requirements

Degree Requirement	Typical Contract Length	Peak Hiring Seasons	Visa Info	Typical Students	Average Monthly Cost of Living in £ GBP & Local Currency	Average Monthly Salary in £ GBP & Local Currency

BA/BS preferred

1 month – 12 months

January-February and July, year-round

tourist visa, work permit

children, adults

15 000 – 23 500 NIO (400 – 645 GBP)

approx. 15 000 – 70 000 NIO (400 – 2 000 GBP)

Degree Requirement

BA/BS preferred

Typical Contract Length

1 month – 12 months

Peak Hiring Seasons

January-February and July, year-round

Visa Info

tourist visa, work permit

Typical Students

children, adults

Average Monthly Cost of Living in £ GBP & Local Currency

15 000 – 23 500 NIO (400 – 645 GBP)

Average Monthly Salary in £ GBP & Local Currency

approx. 15 000 – 70 000 NIO (400 – 2 000 GBP)

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