Program Length 8 months 6 months 4 months Dates Mar 22 -Nov 28 2008 May 31 - Nov 28 2008 July 26 - Nov 28 2008 Application Deadline Jan 1 2008 March 15 2008 May 1 2008 Regions XI Aysen XII Magallenes X Los Lagos XI Aysen XII Magallenes

Locations

Chilean Patagonia is Mother Nature’s masterpiece. This remarkable wonderland at the edge of the South American continent is a medley of jagged icebergs, soaring fjords and tranquil lakes—capturing the secluded beauty at the earth’s end. Teach in one of the three stunning regions that make up Chilean Patagonia. Click below for more information on each region:

          Region X – Region de Los Lagos
          Region XI – Region de Aysen
          Region XI – Region de Magallanes

Requirements

	English Opens Doors applicants must meet the following criteria: Be a native English speaker or use English in your everyday language, and have attended an English-speaking K-12 school and/or undergraduate college (equivalent of ALTE 1) Hold a bachelor’s degree in any subject Be between 21 and 50 years old as of the program starting date
	Have at least a basic level of Spanish (two weeks of Spanish lessons included in the program cost) Be TEFL certified prior to the program (TEFL certification included in the program cost) Have comprehensive health coverage, especially for pre-existing medical conditions (basic emergency travel insurance is included in the program cost) Be mentally and physically capable of teaching children
	Be highly committed, responsible, and flexible       We also recommend that English Opens Doors applicants have the following: Experience teaching or working with children and a genuine interest in teaching English Experience living or traveling in another country An interest in Chilean culture and in living in a developing country

	Cost: $ 1250 USD (8-month and 6-month programs) $ 995 USD (4-month program) Cost Includes:                     BridgeTEFL gives you more than an outstanding experience abroad—you get a complete package as well. FREE TEFL Online certification ($425 value!) prior to program or a 20% discount on one of our on-site TEFL courses (up to $500 value!) 2 weeks of FREE group Spanish classes before the program at BridgeChile language school in Santiago ($400 value!) Lifetime job placement assistance in teaching positions across the globe following the program In-country office and staff with Chilean expertise, offering support and guidance at the orientation and throughout your stay $150/month salary Host family accommodations and meals during your placement (Please contact us for other housing options) On-site orientation and project training in Santiago Airport pickup and transportation to orientation accommodations Accommodations, meals and transportation during the orientation in Santiago Round-trip transportation from Santiago to your placement city Assistance in obtaining a temporary residence visa for the year and national identity card Emergency travel insurance

Why Teach English in Chile?

For Chileans, the English language is an essential part of sustaining the country’s emerging economy in an increasingly globalized world. Though Chile is the most stable country in South America, many of its schools lack essential resources and EFL teachers are all the more necessary to aid in the country’s educational goals and Chilean children’s ability to achieve success. Native-speaking English teachers are particularly valued in Chile as they are able to encourage students to use real-world English in everyday situations and to learn in a more communicative way than they might with a non-native teacher. It also benefits the Chilean teachers themselves as contact with these teachers may be their only opportunity to practice their language skills in a natural setting.