ConversaSpain Programs: how we work and what we offer

ConversaSpain Programs: How We Work and What We Offer

ConversaSpain cooperates with schools in the regions of Madrid and Murcia. The program provides participants with support moving to Spain, health coverage, initial training, and advice on every day practical non-school-related matters. The conditions and requirements are different depending on the region:

Region of Madrid
-16 teaching hours per week
-€1,000 monthly stipend
-Mostly rural and pueblo locations

Region of Murcia
-15 teaching hours per week
-€875 monthly stipend
-Anywhere in region of Murcia

Spanish skills are not required to participate. However, there are some conditions candidates must fulfill to take part in the program:

Be native-level English speakers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States of America or hold a C2 English certificate (CEFR) or equivalent from Austria, Bulgaria (only Madrid), Denmark, Fiji, Finland, Germany, Holland, Hungary (only Madrid), Malta, Norway, the Philippines, Poland, Russia (only Madrid), Singapore, Solomon Islands, Sweden, Switzerland, Tonga, and Vanuatu
Hold a university degree in any subject
Be within the ages of 18-60

Options to participate: four packages

Depending on the background and interests of participants, there are different options to participate in the program. ConversaSpain wants to offer auxiliares the possibility of studying a 140-Hour TEFL course while teaching at school, and/or of getting used to their environment through a Spanish Language and Culture Immersion Week in the region where they are placed. The available options vary according to the regions and starting dates.

PACKAGE	FEES IN MADRID	FEES IN MURCIA
Basic	€1,275	€1,050
Basic + 140-Hour TEFL certification	€1,675	€1,450
Basic + Spanish Language and Culture Immersion Week	€1,775	€1,550
Basic + Spanish Language and Immersion Week + TEFL certification	€2,100	€1,900

IMPORTANT DATES

Deadline to apply: August 30th, 2019
Madrid's program length: November 4th, 2019 to June 30th, 2020 (TBC)
Murcia's program length: November 4th, 2019 to May 31st, 2020 (TBC)

Testimonials

Grant H., participant in the immersion week

“I would recommend the experience with ConversaSpain as it was great to have a guaranteed placement and the support before coming to Spain was very helpful. I chose the immersion week option and was very happy. It gave me a good introduction to some of the main sites of Madrid, but more importantly allowed me to meet some other people in our program who I have remained friends with in my time here”

Testimonials

Laura M., in the basic package option

“I chose to do the basic program with ConversaSpain. It suits me really well as I wanted to gain more teaching experience within a primary school and that is exactly what is happening. I would definitely recommend this experience. There is a fee to begin the program, but it is really helpful having people to advise you on the paperwork you need to live in Spain. Whenever I have emailed ConversaSpain, I have always had a quick response, which is great”

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The Four Packages in Depth

OPTION A – BASIC PACKAGE

This basic program is designed for those who aren’t interested in a TEFL course or immersion week, but mainly in the support and guidance provided through ConversaSpain, as well as in the teaching experience.

What does it include?

Job placement ensured
Pre-departure assistance: help with the visa application process and opening a bank account before arriving
Welcome Document: tips, advice, and practical tools to find permanent accommodation, among others
Help with the police registration process
Private health insurance (non-EU participants) / EHIC coverage (EU participants)
Orientation in the region where they are placed: initial training and meeting with other participants
Access to a multimedia platform: MOOC course, resource, and information
ConversaSpain support while in Spain

What is not included?

Application fees for the Certificate of Absence of Police Records, Enhanced DBS, FBI background check, or equivalent
Student visa application fees (does not apply to EU citizens)
Travel expenses from/to your country
Any cost not specified as covered

OPTION B – BASIC PACKAGE + CERTIFIED TELF COURSE

This certified TEFL course will add value to participants’ resumes, complement their training, provide them with classroom management tips, and help them make the most of this experience.

What does it include?

Benefits in Option A
140-Hour TEFL and Teaching Young Learners Course

The course includes grammar and methodology modules, as well as special ones to help students teach larger classes and young learners, and 20 hours of video observation. Tutors will be available to answer questions via email and they will grade and provide feedback on written assignments. The platform will be accessible 24/7 and students will have six months to complete the online course. Upon completion, they will receive a hardcopy certificate at home.

OPTION C: BASIC PACKAGE + SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IMMERSION WEEK

This is an excellent opportunity for participants in order to start refreshing their Spanish and make the most of their stay in Spain. It is only available in October.

Details of the Immersion Week in Madrid

In the mornings, participants in Madrid will attend an intensive 15-hour Spanish course in our partner school located in the center of Madrid. In the evenings they will participate in different cultural activities with our teachers. They will explore Madrid and discover the Spanish culture,while practicing Spanish with classmates and teachers.

What does it include?

Benefits in Option A
20 Spanish lessons in small groups (max. 9 students)
4 cultural activities (walking tour + tapas, one local visit to museums and monuments, flamenco spectacle/lesson, cultural exchange with Spaniard students)
Accommodation and breakfast (five nights)

Details of the Immersion Week in Murcia

In the afternoons, participants in Murcia will attend an intensive 16-hour Spanish course in our partner school located in the center of Murcia. In the mornings and evenings, they will participate in different cultural activities with our teachers. This option offers high-quality classes, experienced teachers, interesting social activities, and the opportunity to enjoy life as Spanish people do. View video here.

What does it include?

Benefits in Option A
20 Spanish lessons in small groups (max. 9 students)
11 cultural activities, which include an official welcome in the City Hall, guided tours, tapas dinner, local visits to museums, and flamenco classes, to name a few
Accommodation and breakfast (five nights)

OPTION D: BASIC PACKAGE + SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IMMERSION WEEK+ CERTIFIED TEFL COURSE

For those participants interested in the cultural immersion and the TEFL training, ConversaSpain offers a dual program.

What does it include?

Benefits in Option A
140-Hour TEFL and Teaching Young Learners certified course
Spanish Language and Culture Immersion Week in Madrid or Murcia (depending on where the placement is)

Testimonials

Ximena J, program participant

“I chose the Spanish Language and Culture Immersion week. I’d never been to Europe or Spain before, so I needed an immersion experience. I really liked that ConversaSpain had an option for an immersion week, as you take Spanish classes, do activities in Madrid, and you meet other people on the program. I’m really happy I did that first as it was a great first week in Spain. I met 3 wonderful friends from the program, we are still close and we travel together”

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