Central European Teaching Program. Now Accepting Applications for Teaching in Fall of 2008!
Hungary
Bekescaba,
Budapest,
Debrecen,
Eger,
Gyor,
Heves,
Kalosa,
Kiskunhalas,
Nyiregyhaza,
Szentes,
Szolnok,
Tata,
Tiszavasvari,
Ujszasz,
Zalaegerszeg,
Zalaszentgrot
Length of Position: one semester or full school year
Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Dates: September-June or one semester.
Description:
The Central European Teaching Program represents a significant presence in Hungary. CETP has been placing conversational English teachers in Central and European Europe since 1990. Our volunteers are responsible for enhancing student's oral fluency through conversation practice, classroom drills, games, audio-visual instruction and listening comprehension, as well as through working closely with native teachers to emphasize important grammar concepts. High school teachers may be asked to help prepare students for stringent national language exams as well.
Highlights:
If you're looking for a unique opportunity to become an active part of a Central European community, consider CETP. This is a wonderful opportunity not just to teach abroad but to learn about another culture from the point of view of a resident rather than a tourist. Past teachers have pursued myriad interests, such as working with local Roma rights associations, coaching school drama clubs to first place in national competitions, founding girl scout troops, starting a folk crafts import-export company and indulging in weekly opera and ballet performances.
Qualifications:
All Central European Teaching Program applicants must be native English speakers and in most cases must have earned at least a 4-year degree, although some schools will accept an applicant with an Associate Degree. While a teaching certificate is useful, it is not necessary. Before departing for Hungary, all applicants who are not teachers must complete an on-line TEFL course and volunteer 20 hours in a classroom setting.
Minimum Education: Bachelors
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Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching:
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Cost in US$: $2,500 for 1 year; $1,800 for a semester
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Cost Includes :
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- Housing
- In-country orientation/Training
- In-country staff support
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- Language instruction
- Living stipend
- Medical insurance
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- Medical services
- Written materials abroad
- Written materials pre-departure
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Cost Include Description:
We provide teaching assignments in quality, state-run schools and all necessary paperwork to obtain work visas. A private apartment with utilities (other than phone/Internet service) is provided. CETP volunteers receive the same pay as native teachers. This is plenty to live on, though some teachers augment their salary by offering private lessons. Medical care is covered while in-country, though volunteers should obtain an International Teacher's Card for travel outside of their host country. CETP has wonderful country directors who provide support and friendship, so our volunteers are never left feeling alone in a crisis, be it large or small. Our fee also includes a 5-7 day orientation in Hungary before the start of school. During this week, new teachers will receive lessons in Hungarian culture, history and language as well as teaching methodology. When not in class, we will acquaint volunteers with the wonders of Budapest. Housing, classes, local transportation, all breakfasts and two dinners will be paid by CETP. We pick up all volunteers upon their arrival in Budapest and make arrangements for staff from their schools to escort them to their new homes. And during the course of the year, excursions are planned by both the country director and the teachers themselves.
Salary / Pay: All CETP teachers receive the same pay as the native teachers in their schools. With the current rate of exchange, this averages between $675-$750 per month. All pay is in Hungarian forint. Each school set up a bank account for the CETP teacher from which he or she can make cash withdrawals (checking accounts are still a foreign concept in Hungary.
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer: New college grads to retirees who wish to make a difference in the world while living life with an exclamation point!
Age Range: 21-75
This Program is open to
American,
Australian,
Canadian
and European
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Couples and Individuals
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Hungary
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Letters of Reference
- Phone Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Resume
- Transcript
- Written Application
Post Services Include:
Central European Teaching Program's Mission Statement: The Central European Teaching Program places conversational English teachers in schools throughout Hungary. Presently our teachers are serving in nearly 60 public or parochial elementary and high schools in rural or outlying regions rather than large, well-known cities that are a natural draw for people wanting to work overseas. Although teaching experience is useful, our schools only require that applicants be native English speakers, have a 4-year degree, and complete an on-line TEFL course before teaching. We pride ourselves on the personal service and dedication we provide for both our teachers and for the schools that we serve.
Year Founded: 1990
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