English Teaching Jobs in Uruguay: Increased trade with North America has given the Uruguayan government the push it needed to get over an economic slump. A desire among the country's people to learn English has increased the number of teachers needed in the relatively small nation. Be prepared to work with business professionals that are eager to perfect their skills and sustain the country's economic success. You don't have to have a degree to work in Uruguay but you will need TEFL certification.
Major Cities: Montevideo
Requirements: BA is preferred but not required; TEFL Certification required
Peak Hiring Months: Feb - Mar, July - Aug
Typical Hiring Process: Face-to-face in destination country
Types of Jobs: Foreign language schools
Type of Students: Adults
Average teaching hours per week: 20 - 25 classroom hours plus preparation time
Accommodation/Housing Benefits Paid: No
Flight Reimbursement:No
Cost of Living per Month: 8,500 - 12,800 UYU; 400 - 600 USD
