Start Teaching English in Costa Rica in Just 4 Weeks

Take our TEFL course in Manuel Antonio and walk out certified, confident, and with a clear plan for what's next.

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No teaching background needed
Train on Costa Rica’s stunning Pacific coast
Practical guidance to help you find your first teaching job
Built for people who want more than just a certificate

Discover Costa Rica While You Teach and Earn

TEFL trainees at School of TEFL, Costa Rica

Costa Rica offers competitive salaries for first-time teachers. With a lower cost of living than many Western countries, many teachers find they can live comfortably, enjoy their free time, and have enough left over to experience all the beauty and “Pura Vida” that Costa Rica has to offer.

It’s a great way to build your teaching experience, earn a reliable income, and discover a different pace of life – all at the same time.

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Costa Rica Makes it Easy to Live Well While You Teach

Costa Rica is one of the most popular places in Latin America to start teaching English – and it’s easy to see why. Teachers are in high demand, the cost of living is manageable, and the lifestyle is relaxed and welcoming. You can live by the beach, explore the rainforest, and enjoy a warm, vibrant culture every day.

You can teach in San Jose, where most opportunities are based, working with kids, teens, and professionals in language institutes and schools. There are also opportunities in locations across this beautiful country.

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Get Ready to Teach - in Just 4 Weeks or with a Hybrid Course

Practice Teaching at School of TEFL, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

You can take the full 4-week TEFL course in Manuel Antonio, or begin with online study and complete your training on site with our Hybrid TEFL course.

Either way, you’ll finish with a TEFL certificate, hands-on classroom experience, and the confidence to step into your first teaching role in Costa Rica or beyond.

After the course, many graduates stay in Costa Rica to look for work in private language institutes or public schools.

Being in the country makes it easier to connect with schools and gives you a strong chance of finding work.

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Everything You Need to Start Teaching - Right Here in Costa Rica

Our 4-week and hybrid courses in Manuel Antonio are hands-on, supportive, and built to get you genuinely ready for the classroom.

You won’t just sit through lectures – you’ll stand up and teach real students, observe experienced teachers, get expert feedback, and grow in confidence as you go.

Outside the classroom, you’ll get fantastic pre-course support, help with accommodation, a warm in-country welcome, and expert guidance to help you find your first teaching job in Costa Rica.

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Two Ways to Take Your Course in Costa Rica

You can take the full 4-week course in Manuel Antonio, with in-person training from start to finish.

Or you can start online and complete your training in Manuel Antonio over 2 weeks with our hybrid course – a flexible option if you want to study at your own pace before getting classroom experience on site.

Delivered by Maximo Nivel, a leading TEFL Centre in Costa Rica

We partner with Maximo Nivel to deliver your course – an internationally recognised program, backed by first-class local expertise.

Whether you choose the 4-week or hybrid course, your in-person training takes place at their centre in Manuel Antonio, where you’ll gain practical classroom skills and real teaching experience.

Maximo Nivel has a strong reputation, with outstanding ratings from two of the leading independent review sites for TEFL courses:

4.9/5 on TEFL Course Review
9.7/10 on GoAbroad.com

(based on reviews as of May 2025)

You can check out their reviews online for extra peace of mind.

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Accredited Certification

The course you’ll take through Maximo Nivel is accredited by the Ministries of Education in Guatemala and Peru, ensuring it meets high standards for teacher training.

Your TEFL certification is recognised and widely accepted by schools and language centres in Costa Rica, across Latin America, and beyond.

We’ll Help You Find Your First Teaching Job

You won’t be left to figure things out on your own.

In Costa Rica, Maximo Nivel will support you through every step of the job search – from preparing your CV, to introducing you to their network of recruitment partners, and even hiring some graduates directly at their own language institute in San José.

Graduates who stay in Costa Rica are well placed to find work soon after the course with language institutes or schools, particularly in San José.

If you’re planning to teach elsewhere or work online, we’re here at School of TEFL to guide and support you.

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Why School of TEFL? A Personal Note

I started School of TEFL because I know what it’s like to look at TEFL courses and wonder who to trust – or if it’s even the right step. When I started out, I wanted straight answers, real support, and a course that would actually prepare me.

That’s what we offer here.

When you enrol through School of TEFL, you’ll take the same accredited course delivered by our respected partner, Maximo Nivel. But we also try to make the process a little easier – at the moment we’re offering $100 off your deposit, and if you complete the Costa Rica course in full but don’t pass, we’ll refund that deposit entirely.

You’ll also get a few extras: a free Grammar Course to help you prepare, access to a library of lesson plans when you start teaching, and ongoing support from people who’ve done this themselves.

We aren’t a big corporate operation. We’re a small, friendly team – and we’ll treat you like a person, not a sale.

If you’ve read this far, you’re probably serious about making a change. I’d love to help you make it happen.

Keith Taylor

Founder, School of TEFL

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4-Week Course in Manuel Antonio Hybrid Course: Online + Manuel Antonio