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[TOPA]

Hi everybody,
This is my first time here writing a post. Does anybody know where I can look for a TESL job in the Dominican Republic? I've already checked the DR1 websites. If anyone has websites or contacts that I can call it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance and have a nice day.
Hasta Luego!
Topa

[Alitas]

If you check the DR1 website then you will know I just posted the name and contacts for a private school in Puerto Plata.

Of course, over there I post as Mainegirl.

If you have master's degree in TEFL I suggest you contact Hillbilly on the board. He and his wife work at PUCMM in Santiago.

[Alitas]

There is currently a post on DR1 about EFL job openings in Santo Domingo and several other areas of the island, with a contact.

http://dr1.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36108

[TOPA]

hi Mainegirl,
Just wanted to thank you for all the info. I will apply and see what happens. Thanks again.

[Alitas]

http://www.dr1.com/forums/showthread.php?t=37842

From www.dr1.com, appears to be a contact for a language school in Santo Domingo.

[beenthere96-2005]

[Chancellor]

Any updates since 2010 on the TEFL job market in DR?

[derfish]

[quote="Alitas"]There is currently a post on DR1 about EFL job openings in Santo Domingo and several other areas of the island, with a contact.

DR1

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EFL teacher posts at Dominico
The Instituto Cultural Dominico-Americano is seeking English teachers (English as a Foreign Language) for their extension in San Pedro de Macoris (near Juan Dolio and Guayacanes beaches). Other posts are open for their branches in San Francisco de Macoris, San Cristobal and Santo Domingo (Ozama area and Los Prados). They require proficiency in English, teaching experience and academic training in EFL Methodology (preferred). Apply by contacting them at Tel. 809 535-0665 Ext. 254 or email: [email protected]
All I can find is this from 2004. But I'll run it down neverthe less. I am not the asker of the question here, but am also looking. Thanks Der Fish here and there.

[esl_prof]

Teaching English in Dominican Republic
July 24, 2013 at 10:20pm
[email protected]
http://cabaretelanguage.com

Cabarete Language Institute is looking for a dynamic TEFL qualified English teacher for our Opportunities in English program in Cabarete, Dominican Republic. This four-month internship is for you if you are seeking:

• Hands-on experience teaching English to non-native speakers
• The opportunity to contribute to the social movement for education and job-skill building among disadvantaged youth and women
• A new and exciting culture in the Caribbean
• An international work experience to open doors to a rewarding career in teaching English
• And above all, a chance to make a difference in your life and the lives of others.

Cabarete Language Institute (CLI) provides Spanish, English and French language instruction in Cabarete, Dominican Republic. We pride ourselves on our interactive teaching methodology that emphasizes oral communication and language immersion; our certified language teachers who hold degrees in a modern language and/or education as well as specialized training in foreign language instruction; and our academic environment that encourages learners to actively communicate even during the very early stages of language acquisition.

The Opportunities in English program creates opportunities for Dominican youth and women from low-income families in the Cabarete area to learn English, an essential job skill in Cabarete’s tourism-based economy. CLI launched the Opportunities in English program in 2011 and seeks to expand the program in 2013-2014 through developing partnerships with local businesses and non profit organizations.

Position Title:
Opportunities in English Instructor

Duration and Location:
Four months; Cabarete, Dominican Republic

Responsibilities:
The Opportunities in English Instructor will teach English as a second language in group class settings to youth, women, and working adults from the Cabarete area. Classes will be of all levels and held both on-site at CLI and off-site at community locations. Responsibilities also include: prepare classes; assess student progress; aid in curriculum development; perform self-evaluations; participate in cultural activities; and create a welcoming and productive study and work environment.

Qualifications:
This position is open to students in the field of Education/TESOL/TEFL seeking to do a practicum/internship and recent college graduates in the field of Education/TESOL/TEFL seeking experience teaching English to non-native speakers. A basic command of Spanish is not required, but highly recommended to adapt smoothly to life in Cabarete. Candidates must be:
• Independent, mature, dedicated, diligent and self-starters
• Flexible and resourceful
• Able to provide proof of international health insurance prior to start date

Benefits:
• US$450 stipend per month to help with the costs of housing, food, and local transportation
• Practical experience teaching English as a second language
• The opportunity to engage in cultural and language exchange with Dominicans
• The option of enrolling in CLI’s Spanish classes at 50% off regular rates

To apply:
Please send your Cover Letter, Resume, and College Transcript (unofficial copy will suffice) to the email address given on the job heading.

https://www.facebook.com/notes/tesoltefl-courses/teaching-english-in-dominican-republic/610407635666812

[esl_prof]

Requirements
Job Requirements and Selection Process

Selection Process
Following are the requirements to apply for a job as well as the Selection Process for all our academic units: The Language School, Pre-School, School or the University (UNICDA).
Requirements for Teachers

General Requirements:
Oral and written English proficiency exams.
Teaching experience (preferable)
Commitment to work for at least one year.
Minimum age: 18 years old.

Academic Requirements:

Language School:
High School degree (minimum requirement).
Training in English as a Foreign Language or Education (Preferable)
Availability to work Saturdays (9:00 a.m. to 12 n and 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Pre-School / School:
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
University credits in Education (12).
University credits in the subject area (24 - only for High School teachers).

University:
Bachelor’s degree in Education or in the subject area, Master´s degree preferable.
Teachers of subjects taught in Spanish are not required to take the English proficiency exam.

Selection Process.

1. Documents:
The following documents are required: Application Form, picture, résumé, photocopy of the ID card (Cédula) or Passport, photocopy of the most recent university degree, photocopy of the university transcript (only for School teachers), photocopy of courses taken during the last five years (only for School teachers). The Application Form can be sent by e-mail ([email protected]), fax (809)-533-8809, or handed at the Human Resources Department (Ave. Abraham Lincoln no. 21).

2. English Test (only for English teachers)
The English Test is scheduled every Wednesday at 2:45 p.m. The candidate must be in the Human Resources Department at 2:30 p.m. The Human Resources Secretary will proctor the candidate during the English Test and will inform him of the results the following week. The candidate does not need a previous appointment to take the English Test.

3. Pre-Selection Interview (Human Resources)
If the grade on the English Test is 80 or above, the candidate is called in for an interview with the Recruiter. This interview takes place one or two weeks after the English test is taken. If the grade of the English Test is below 80, the candidate must wait at least one year before he or she can apply again.

4. Academic Interview:
One or two weeks after the interview with the Recruiter, if the candidate meets all the requirements, an interview with the Academic Director of the corresponding academic unit will be scheduled.

5. Final selection:
The candidate’s final selection is made by taking into account his/her English proficiency level (oral and written), as well as his/her academic background, teaching experience and personality traits

6. Hiring Process:
Additional Documents: To be eligible for hiring, the candidate must send the following documents: Health Certificate, Police Clearance (issued by the local Police Department), university degree (the original, to seal the photocopy), university transcript (original – only for school teachers ) and letters of reference (2).

Job Contract: The Labor Ministry requires that all foreigners sign a written job contract. Dominicans are exempted from this requirement.

7. Orientation Meeting:
The new employee must attend an orientation meeting with the Head of the Human Resources Department and with the Academic Director of the corresponding Academic Unit. He will be given an ID tag, the Institutional Orientation Handbook, and an Academic Handbook.

8. Training Programs:
The new employee must attend the following training programs:

Language School: In-service training every three months and ten (10) hours of classroom observation.

Colegio: If the new employee does not have any credits in Education, he/she must take 12 university credits in Education.

University: The new employee must attend the academic in-service training at the end of each cycle.

http://www.icda.edu.do/ICDA/Empleos/Requisitos/tabid/326/language/en-US/Default.aspx

[esl_prof]

See item #5 in bold type below. I learned of this position via a longtime poster over at DR1.com

Teaching Positions Dominican Republic's first STEM magnet school

Job posted by: PROEA

Posted on: September 25, 2014

Job description

The school

The Liceo Cientifico is Dominican Republic's first college prep, STEM+Green, public magnet school and currently serves 250 gifted and talented 9-11th grade students, who come from poor rural families of the Hermanas Mirabal province in the island's Cibao Valley. 35 faculty, including international teachers from Puerto Rico, Spain, Chile, the USA, Germany, Italy, Lithuania and Haiti, work along Dominican teachers, to provide a STEM focused, high quality international education. The Liceo Cientifico, while a public school, runs with considerable autonomy (similar to that of a Charter school in the USA), and follows best administrative practices with the support of three government agencies of the environment, education and sports. Designed to be a center for innovation and experimentation, within the context of the Ministry of Education's innovation initiatives, the Liceo is in its 3rd year of existence and will graduate its first 12th grade class in 2016. Recently, we received approval to expand and become the island's first 7th to 12th grade public school.

We are recruiting international faculty in all content areas of specialization, to co-teach and serve as as mentors for local Dominican teachers in training, who after a year of professional support, become full-fledged teachers. Classes are small, about 20-25 students, with100 students per grade level. A converted 10 acre industrial warehouse complex with ample green spaces, serves as our campus: a new purpose-built campus is in the planning stages for construction to start in 2016. Classrooms are large and well equipped by local standards, with multimedia capacity and internet access. A sports complex, farmland and greenhouses and a 42 sq km nature preserve provide ample opportunities for innovative teaching, and a diverse enrichment program. We believe the entire island is our classroom and actively promote experiential learning and service learning throughout our curriculum.

The Location

The Hermanas Mirabal province is ideally located in the island's north east quadrant: equidistant from Santiago (30 min) and San Francisco (20 minutes), DR's second and third larges cities, with all the expected urban amenities. Its namesake honors the Mirabal Sisters (In the Time of the Butterflies-Julia Alvarez), freedom fighters who were killed by the dictator Trujillo in the 1960's. Known for its peace initiatives and arguably the largest public murals project of the Caribbean, the province is located 1 hour from the beautiful north coast watersports paradise of Cabarete, and 2 hours drive to the Samana peninsula, with some of the best beaches, whale watching and kayaking opportunities in the Caribbean. The Central Mountain range is 1 hour away, with a variety of hiking, canyoning, horseback riding, rafting and mountain trekking opportunities, including Pico Duarte (10,000 ft), the highest mountain in North America east of the Mississippi river. While the province is rural, its character is rapidly changing into a suburb, in between two rapidly growing cities. Santiago international airport is 20 minutes away and offers daily flights to the US, South America, and Europe. The capital, Santo Domingo, has a charming colonial center, a population of 4 million, and the economic hub of the island, is about 2.5 hours drive away.

We are considering candidates for the following positions:

1) Science (biology, chemistry, geology, physics and environmental science, agroecology).

2) Math (Prealgebra, Algebra, Advanced Algebra, PreCalc, Calculus, Statistics)

3) Spanish (as native language, Caribbean Literature, LatinAmerican Literature, World Literature with a focus on writing skills)

4) History (World, LatinAmerica, US-Western World, Geography)

5) English as a Second Language (7th to 12th grade)

6) Engineering (Project Based Learning)

For all positions except English, candidates must be fluent or near fluent in Spanish, which is the language of instruction. Candidates must have at least a BA or BSc with 2 years of teaching experience, although talented novice teachers may be considered. The position is full-time year round position with a salary of 50,000 pesos (about 1250 USD/month) and free housing. Offers are typically a 2 year contract with the possiblity of renewal, via the Ministry of Education.
How to apply

Please send the following materials to [email protected]

CV or Resume
statement of Educational Philosophy
Names and contact information of 3 professional references




http://www.idealist.org/view/job/65pN8pxB9NH4/

[EFL Educator]

The salary they offer of $1,250/Month for teachers won't get you vary far in savings...in fact you might be lucky to save any money at all. The DC has become a very expensive holiday destination...everything is expensive there!!!!

[Xie Lin]

[esl_prof]

[esl_prof]

Teach English to youth in Cabarete, D.R. The program starts with you!!

Inspire By Action is an out-of-school youth organization located in Cabarete, Dominican Republic. Purpose: educating, mentoring, and inspiring boys and young men to develop into productive and responsible citizens. Through skills and character development programs the organization strives to inspire its members to create opportunities for themselves and their community.

Responsibilities include:
• Teach English to youth as a foreign language; includes lesson planning
• Evaluate and report on program effectiveness

Requirements include:
• Experience teaching English or degree in English
• Native English speaker preferred
• TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification
• Base knowledge of Spanish
• Self-motivated, enjoy teaching and helping others succeed

Time Commitment:
Duration: 3 months or longer
Time: 20+ hours/week
Time of day: Morning to afternoon
Days of week: Weekdays
Start date: Immediate

Salary: Based on experience; up to US $520.00 / month.

How To Apply:
Please send cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

http://inspirebyaction.org/