Teach English in Granada Spain

Discover the past and enjoy the present. This can be witnessed everywhere in its architecture and rich cultural history kept alive with passion; the tasty cuisine; the resonating sound of Flamenco music played into the night; the blending of Islam and Christianity.

Historically, Granada is the last redoubt of the Moorish Kingdom in Western Europe. The world famous Alhambra and the Generalife are samples of the splendour of this civilisation.

It was in Granada in 1492 that Christopher Columbus received the support he needed and a Charter from Queen Isabela to seek a new route to India which ended up with the discovery of the Americas!

In the shadow of the Cathedral, the resting place of the Catholic monarchs, Isabela and Ferdinand, you can visit the Medina, the Moroccan market of shops and tetarías (tea shops) set in a maze of narrow alleyways.

Or, visit the unique Sacromonté ‘gipsy barrio’, heart of the “Flamenco puro”, enjoy a different people with their passion for music and dance, and see their cave houses.

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Granada has an exceptional geography, a magical valley, midway between the warm sea and the high mountains: 45 minutes by car from Mediterranean beaches, 75 minutes from Malaga, and 30 minutes from the Sierra Nevada ski resort at a height of 3,400 metres (11,050ft).

Experience the soul of Spain in Andalucía: the Pasos of Semana Santa – Easter week – depicting the Passion of Christ, first created for a medieval audience.

A Paso: huge and heavy statues of Christ, Saints and the Virgin Mary, carried on the shoulders of Costaleros, that process from the many churches around Granada, through the streets and into the Cathedral, then back to their home church (some take 14 hours!).

The Cofradía, an ancient brotherhood, adorn these statues, especially the Virgin Mary, each year and also take part in the processions. They are dedicated to keeping alive this celebration, the parades of Navidad (Christmas) and of the Three Kings Day.

Sample Andalucía food! Typical dishes in Andalucía are simple but extraordinarily tasty. Try Gazpacho: the famous cold soup, a vegetable cream made of tomato, cucumber, paprika, garlic, olive-oil and vinegar served with bread; Pescado Frito: fish lightly coated with flour and sautéed in olive oil; Huevos a la Flamenca: a fried egg in tomato sauce with Chorizo (spicy Spanish sausage); Patatas Pobre: a “hot pot” made of potatoes and vegetables and of course, Paella!

Enjoy the daily social experience of “tapas”, a famous Andaluz tradition, at one of the infinite number of bars in the city; an enjoyable way to get to know people – not just to have a drink.

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Why a TEFL Certificate in Granada ?
  • • A European historic location within walking distance of one of the Wonders of the World – the fabulous Alhambra – 1000 years of history and the 1492 connection.

  • • A unique Spanish environment live and learn in the Albayzin village, Granada’s oldest community dating back 3000 years.
  • • TEFL teacher training course in-depth, high quality, cross-cultural, led and taught by qualified and internationally experienced professional trainers.

  • • Small groups and classes led by great mentors, (maximum trainee/teacher ratio 5:1). Group learning, designed and modelled on sound modern communicative principles and techniques.

  • • An intense learning experience that will be very challenging, personally testing, and will highly equip you with lifetime skills.

  • • International Marketplace and Career Job Guidance during and after our courses led by professional staff experienced in the business.

Where it’s located
  • • Beaches of Costa Tropical and Costa Sur – 45mins drive
  • • Sierra Nevada Ski Resort – 30mins drive.
  • • Hiking in the Alpujarras – nature at its best
  • • Convenient hub that connects to all points of Europe by air, train and coach.

Who’ll be with you
  • • Fellow trainee teachers from a various countries and backgrounds and of various ages
  • • Qualified and internationally experienced, professional and supportive trainers
  • • Helpful, courteous support staff will assist you wherever possible.
  • • Real local students for Teaching practice
How to apply
  • • Fill out an application form and take that next step towards learning amidst the historical beauty of Granada.

Course Fee
  • • Deposit (non-refundable) – $500 USD
  • • Balance of course fees – 980 Euros
  • • Accommodation costs - From 350 Euros
Early booking recommended in peak seasons Accommodation is available from the Sunday afternoon before the course begins through the Saturday morning following the course.

Granada, Spain Course Date

13 February - 09 March 2012
09 April - 04 May 2012
07 May - 01 June 2012
11 June - 06 July 2012
09 July - 03 August 2012
03 September - 28 September 2012
08 October - 02 November 2012
12 November - 07 December 2012
 
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