Start Teaching English in Guatemala in Just 4 Weeks

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Train in Guatemala’s cultural heart, Antigua
Practical guidance to help you find your first teaching job
Built for people who want more than just a certificate

Discover Guatemala While You Teach and Earn

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Guatemala offers competitive salaries for new teachers. With a lower cost of living compared to the US, Europe, or Australia, many teachers find they can live comfortably, enjoy their free time, and have enough left over to immerse themselves in Guatemalan culture.

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

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Guatemala Makes it Easy to Live Well While You Teach

Guatemala is one of the most rewarding places to start teaching English. Teachers are in demand, the cost of living is low, and you can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle on a modest salary. You can live and eat well, and explore often!

You can choose to teach in Antigua, a walkable, UNESCO World Heritage city surrounded by volcanoes and filled with colonial charm, friendly locals, and a strong community of fellow teachers. There are also opportunities in cities like Xela and Guatemala City.

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

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You can take the full 4-week TEFL course in Antigua, 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 Guatemala or beyond.

Most graduates who stay in Guatemala are able to find teaching work in private language institutes or public schools, working with all age groups. Guatemalan students are generally relaxed and motivated to learn!

Many schools in Guatemala prefer to hire teachers if they’re already in the country, so you’ll be ideally situated to secure that first job.

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Everything You Need to Start Teaching - Right Here in Guatemala

Our 4-week and hybrid courses in Antigua 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 Guatemala or beyond.

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Two Ways to Take Your Course in Guatemala

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

Or you can start online and complete your training in Antigua 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 Guatemala

We partner with Maximo Nivel to deliver your course – a fully accredited and 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 Antigua, 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 Guatemala, 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 Antigua.

Most graduates who stay in Guatemala go on to find teaching work in private language institutes or public schools, working with all age groups.

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 Guatemala 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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Take the First Step — No Pressure, Just Answers

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4-Week Course in Antigua Hybrid Course: Online + Antigua