Student Teaching Program Enjoy the heart of the beautiful Colombian coffee region with year-round Spring-like weather!
Minga House Foundation, Carrera 8, 10-28, Chinchina, Caldas Colombia 176020 "Spanish immersion & Student Teaching & Employment!"
Glen Galindo, Ed.M., Program Coordinator |
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Clem at Santa Teresita, Chinchina Caldas
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Student teaching is a college-supervised instructional experience; usually the culminating course in a university or college undergraduate education or graduate school program leading to teacher education and certification.
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$45 USD/day, includes lodging & breakfast (30-day min stay)
Additional meals option is only $3 USD for lunch and $5 USD for dinner
Private room guarantee option is only $5/day additional; otherwise you may potentially have a roommate.
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Refund Policy: The first 14-day stay period is non-refundable.
Additional meals option is only $3 USD for lunch and $5 USD for dinner
Private room guarantee option is only $5/day additional; otherwise you may potentially have a roommate.
RESERVE MY SPOT NOW!
Refund Policy: The first 14-day stay period is non-refundable.
Benefits: Student Teaching Program is your SAFE & AFFORDABLE landing strip to have a capstone experience to your teacher education. You will have the opportunity to secure full-time paid employment as a professional teacher in Colombia!
- In-country availability to prospective employers; you are then more likely to be selected over candidates who remain in their home countries. Make sense? You can tell them you are immediately available! That you definitely wish to stay in Colombia and can be at the work site quickly.
- In-country classroom experience as a volunteer part-time or full-time teacher's assistant
- An in-country job reference, by allowing mentor teachers and principals to observe your teaching performance in a real classroom setting, is invaluable for your employment opportunities.
- Spanish immersion within a community; get the rust out! Improve daily using academic terminology.
- Experience the Colombian school systems firsthand; private & public schools available.
- Private Spanish lessons available for only $15 USD/hr by actual Spanish teachers.
- Bilingual staff support: Full-time Colombian & American Minga House bilingual professionals are available to you 24/7 for support.
- Priority Job Placements: Our resident teachers are offered all available positions first!
- Minga House facility amenities: Comfortable quality beds, hot showers, WiFi, full kitchen access, hammocks, patio, minga lounge with HDTV, downtown, where all the cultural action takes place!
- Weekend tour guides and self-guided plans are available for all the regional and local attractions. Chinchina is the heart of the beautiful Coffee Region!
Why does Minga offer this Student Teaching Program?
- We need more certified teachers in Colombia!
- We want Minga Teachers to feel comfortable making their decision to teach in Colombia, as well as be well-prepared to perform at their best as educators; time & space to complete the necessary TEFL certification are also available.
- Why is it so inexpensive? Because we are already compensated by the employers, not by the teachers. Therefore, we can afford to charge teachers half the normal cost of volunteering (60,000 COP per day).
- We are one of the largest & most recognized national providers of English teachers for private schools, local & state & federal governments. We need a steady flow of many more additional inbound teachers to Colombia. We hope this onboarding program makes it easier for teachers to choose to work with Minga House Foundation. We need you!
- We are committed to building long-term relationships with our teachers and schools as an affordable & the best industry solution provider.
- International teachers need a place to call 'Home,' especially between contracts. We want our teachers to know they can stay at Minga House very affordably while we help them find their next contract, whether it is in Colombia or elsewhere, such as China, Ecuador, or Chile.
Disclaimer: Participating in Student Teaching does not guarantee a job. Being hired is a very personal process of which we do not control. Employers make their own decision over whom they hire and so do you over any offers/opportunities we may bing your way. We only promise we will hard very hard to help you find a great opportunity and if you follow our industry & market advise your odds will be better.
Our promise: As part of your student teaching experience, you may count with full-time classroom participation collaborating with a mentor teacher of the grade/subject of your choice.
Our promise: As part of your student teaching experience, you may count with full-time classroom participation collaborating with a mentor teacher of the grade/subject of your choice.
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Enjoy the heart of the beautiful Colombian coffee region with year-round Spring-like weather!
Where? Minga House Foundation, Chinchina, Caldas Colombia 176020
Where? Minga House Foundation, Chinchina, Caldas Colombia 176020
What do you do with your time off? On you time off you can enjoy the Coffee Region!
You can visit legendary Salento & the Cocora Valley, enjoy a traditional coffee tour in Hacienda Guayabal, visit the Natural Hot Springs of Santa Rosa, hike up the paramo of the mystifying Nevado Ruiz, enjoy Parque del Cafe, go horseback riding, take-in a jeep ride in the gorgeous coffee landscape, explore beautiful urban settings of Manizales & Pereira, catch a professional soccer match, and truly experience the unique cultural flavor, warm hospitality, and amazing Eje Cafetero. Regional Attractions |
Student Teaching Cost: Only $45.000 COP per day. The program includes lodging within the Minga House Foundation, where our professional & bilingual staff also reside to care for you. You'll have a comfortable bed, WiFi, and warm showers! Also, access to a complete kitchen, Minga lounge with HDTV, and a hammock patio! Breakfast included M-F. See lodging facilities.
Your participation fee can be a tax-deductible charitable contribution to Minga House Foundation (not-for-profit organization). Your minimum 14-day stay charitable contribution is nonrefundable.
Your participation fee can be a tax-deductible charitable contribution to Minga House Foundation (not-for-profit organization). Your minimum 14-day stay charitable contribution is nonrefundable.
MILITARY VETERANS FUNDING - Teach Now GI Bill - Apply Here
Year-Round
Service Break Opportunities
Once you are working in Colombia, you can always come back to Minga House to do a Service Break
50% Discount
Service Break Opportunities
Once you are working in Colombia, you can always come back to Minga House to do a Service Break
50% Discount
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SOCIAL WORK |
- ADDITIONAL Volunteering opportunities/roles exist for you while you do Student Teaching!
- RECOMMENDED ROLE: Public & Private Schools - Teacher's assistant, all subjects & school activities available
- Club & School Sports - Coach's assistant for futbol-soccer, basketball, volleyball, rollerblading, or swimming; physical therapy
- Childcare Center for the Children of Sex Workers - Social worker, childcare provider, pre-school & primary school teacher, nutritionist, health professionals, public health
- Youth Home for Girls - Social worker, psychologist, secondary school teacher, nutritionist, athletic coach, public health professional
- Homeless Shelter for the Elderly - Social worker, nutritionist, physical therapy, public health professional
- Dog Haven - Animal health & care, animal shelter management
- Community Health & Emergency Medical Services - EMT, nursing, medicine, occupational therapy, physical therapy
- Community Beautification & Renovations - Skilled labor
- Lake Habitat for Migratory Birds - Environmental science, bird watching, recreation & leisure, animal science, skilled labor
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE - TRIP PLANNING
Colombian Policy on how to participate legally in formal volunteering opportunities
Colombian Policy on how to participate legally in formal volunteering opportunities
Note: In order to participate in a Student Teaching you must have legal status throughout your stay.
Are you currently or plan to enter Colombia as a TOURIST?
If you have not yet arrived to Colombia or are already inside Colombia as a tourist, then you must request an "Invitation to volunteer" letter from Minga House Foundation to obtain a “Permiso de Permanencia PIP 6” stamp on your passport. Tourists may not participate legally in any formal volunteering program, anywhere. Violating this Colombian policy may result in a heavy fine and deportation.
Are you already a
RESIDENT in Colombia?
RESIDENT in Colombia?
If you already established either permanent or temporary residency in Colombia, you will have no problems participating in our program. Simply provide Minga a copy of your Visa or Cedula.
Legal Entry to Colombia: If your home country does not have a relationship with Colombia that would allow you to come into Colombia as a Tourist normally, then you will need to formally apply for a VISA. Colombia charges an application fee of $285 USD. Additionally, Minga House will charge you an additional $375 USD to assist with the application process. There is no guarantee that your VISA will be approved. These expenses would also be non-refundable.
First, if you could usually come into Colombia as a tourist.
If the answer is "Yes," then you can participate in our Teacher Onboarding Program easily by simply obtaining an "Invitation to Volunteer" letter from Minga House Foundation, so you can get the PIP stamp on your passport, permitting you to volunteer for up to six months formally.
Make sense? Ask our staff for clarification, if needed.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
How do I find out more information? How do I reserve my spot?
Reach out to either [email protected] or [email protected] (see below) or LIVE CHAT on this website.
How do I pay?
You may pay either before arrival to secure your lodging, or you can pay upon arrival.
How many people can participate?
Unlimited.
Where would I stay?
We have a beautiful traditional coffee finca facility inserted into town, or you can utilize local recommended Airbnb hosts, Hotel Chinchina Plaza downtown, or approved homestay accommodations.
- Minga House Foundation, Carrera 8, 10-28, Chinchina, Caldas Colombia 176020
What legal status must I have in order to participate with Minga House Foundation?
You must have legal status while you are serving with Minga House Foundation.
- If you are already in Colombia, provide our staff with a copy of your latest entry stamp on your passport. You will need to switch from Tourist status to Volunteer Status, obtaining a PIP permit stamp.
- If you are still outside of Colombia, our staff will provide you with a letter 'inviting you to volunteer' to permit you to obtain a PIP6 permit stamp on your passport, allowing you to volunteer in Colombia legally.
- If you are already in Colombia, provide our staff with a copy of your latest entry stamp on your passport. You will need to switch from Tourist status to Volunteer Status, obtaining a PIP permit stamp.
- If you are still outside of Colombia, our staff will provide you with a letter 'inviting you to volunteer' to permit you to obtain a PIP6 permit stamp on your passport, allowing you to volunteer in Colombia legally.
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Learn more at: http://www.cancilleria.gov.co/tramites_servicios/visa/requisitos
Applying for a 'salvo conducto' or 'extension' for your legal stay (Ask our staff for assistance) https://www.nomasfilas.gov.co/memoficha-tramite/-/tramite/T1011 |
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While not every employer requires a TEFL certification,
Having a TEFL certification increases your hireability & earning potential.
Earn your TEFL online while you participate in a Service Break! We have Starlink WiFi - Solid connection!