As you consider a teaching career in Mexico, researching all of the specifics of your move can be overwhelming. With so many requirements and a difference in language and certification expectations, it is important that you get information that is both helpful and correct.

Below, you will find a list of sites that will prove helpful as you begin to consider your options as a teacher in the country of Mexico. It’s a great option for new, as well as experienced teachers who are looking to expand their horizons and make a career change.

5 Useful Sites

There is a lot of information available for those considering a teaching position in Mexico. Here are a few great links that should prove helpful:

1) Oxford Seminars (http://www.oxfordseminars.com/esl-country-information/countryinfo.php?c=Mexico&s=t) – The Oxford Seminars website is full of great information for teachers looking to build a career abroad. On the Mexico page, it offers tips on deciding which type of teaching position may be right for you as well as advice on peak hiring seasons and trends in the country. Also helpful is its information about Visa requirements and listings of all Consular and Embassy contacts within the country. If you are considering a move, or even already working in Mexico, this website is a great source of information.

2) Go Overseas (http://www.gooverseas.com/teach-abroad/mexico) – The Go Overseas webpage offers up-to-date information on hiring trends, news reports from the country, and job posts shared online. It also offers links to resources for workers already working abroad.

3) TeacherKick (http://www.teacherkick.com/jobs/mexico) – The TeacherKick website lists job postings within Mexico. Readers can subscribe to receive up-to-date listings and job posts as they become available. This is particularly helpful if you already know which region or school you would like to find a position with to teach in Mexico.

4) ESL Employment (http://www.eslemployment.com/articles/teach-english-in-mexico-381.html) – The ESL Employment website is a great resource. Though it is slanted toward those teaching English, it offers some helpful information for all teachers. The sections on finding a job and meeting qualifications provide useful info for any teacher looking to get a position in Mexico.

5) Matador Network (http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/guide-to-teaching-in-mexico/) – The Matador Network is a detailed website that covers everything from finding a teaching job in Mexico to working your way through the interview process. It also provides information on pay and how to stay connected once you are hired in the country.

Regardless of what you are hoping to teach as an instructor in Mexico, and whether your students will be children or adults, it is important to go into your job search prepared for the process of finding the best location for you. You need to research the country, as well as the jobs that are available in different areas. The websites above, paired with others you will stumble across as you complete your research, will prove helpful in making sure your transition is smooth and easy. Any big change has the potential to shake things up for a while – but you can minimize the shock of a big move by planning ahead and conducting thorough research.


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