teach in the dominican republic

teach abroad in the dominican republicCIEE Teach abroad welcomes 2010 with its newest program: Teach in the Dominican Republic. Just as the new year and winter sets in, you could be heading south for a new start in the DR. Immerse yourself in a fun-loving culture, perfect your Spanish, learn the merengue, and gain a rich international working experience!

This government-sponsored program provides you the opportunity to teach English to Dominican university-age students with CIEE.

program highlights

  • Pre-departure school placement at reputable institution

  • Paid teaching position

  • Support of CIEE professional staff before you depart for and on-site in the DR

  • Teaching guides, program guides, and teaching materials to help you plan and prepare for the classroom

  • A Lonely Planet guidebook to plan your travels

  • Airport transfer on designated arrival date

  • Two-day on-site orientation with CIEE

    • Lessons on negotiating Dominican culture

    • Accommodations and most meals

    • Workshops with current/past teachers of the program

    • Introduction to the ministry of Education

    • Sightseeing trips in and around Santo Domingo

  • Two week-long orientation with the Ministry of Higher Education

    • Introduction to program and locations

    • Intensive EFL course

    • Curriculum introduction

    • Immersion concept introduction

  • Housing assistance

  • International medical insurance and 24-hour worldwide assistance provided through the CIEE iNext travel card

  • 24-hour in-country emergency support services from local CIEE staff

  • Visa advice