TEACH BUENOS AIRES: Professional Teach Abroad Program
Your Classroom, Your Cause, Your Spanish.
A Mission-Driven Investment
Teach Buenos Aires is a legally recognized foundation dedicated to social mobility. We provide quality English education to vulnerable communities across the city, opening doors to new opportunities.
This is a Professional Teach Abroad Program designed for those who understand that high-impact work requires professional infrastructure. We offer a structured, university-led residency for native English speakers who are ready to invest in their self-growth and make a measurable difference to maximize personal and professional growth. Unlike standard programs, our participants live on-site at our school—a historic Palace in downtown Buenos Aires (San Telmo). This provides a safe, prestigious, and immersive environment where you live, learn, and work within an international community of educators. If you're passionate about teaching, eager to experience Argentine culture, learn Spanish and ready to make a real impact on people's lives, we encourage you to apply!
WHO ARE WE
Experience Buenos Aires: Teach English, Master Spanish
Our unique program, led by a team of educators from Argentina, offers a deeply rewarding international experience right here in downtown Buenos Aires. You'll live on-site at our school, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in our local culture while sharing your English skills and taking Spanish classes. Explore the city's rich history and cuisine and gain valuable international experience through meaningful work, English Teaching. If you're ready for an unforgettable adventure, this is your chance to experience Buenos Aires like never before.
Why this is a paid investment
Operating a high-level program in a historic landmark with university-certified staff requires significant resources. Your tuition is not a "fee to work"—it is an investment in:
- Expert Leadership: Directed by female educators from Buenos Aires and UK universities.
- Professional Placement: A vetted, secure teaching role (15 hours/week) with full pedagogical support and optional TEFL certification.
- Academic Rigor: 20 hours/week of intensive Spanish classes with certified instructors.
- Premium Logistics: Centrally located, secure accommodation in a historic Palace with all utilities and high-speed Wi-Fi included.
Program Summary & Tuition
A minimum 8-week commitment is required to ensure educational continuity for our students.
- Tuition Investment
- 8 Weeks, 2,470 USD
- 12 Weeks, 3,495 USD
- 16 Weeks, 4,595 USD
Note on Participation: This is a comprehensive package. To maintain our support for the local community and our educational standards, the program fee is mandatory for all participants. This cost covers the English teaching placement, professional orientation, Spanish course and Palace residency in a shared room regardless of the participant's elective Spanish level.
How We Make a Difference
At Teach Buenos Aires, we believe the English language is a pathway to empowerment. Our participants are the driving force behind this mission. By paying for this professional experience, you are directly funding to equip students from vulnerable backgrounds with the skills they need to succeed.
You aren't just a teacher; you are a mentor and a partner in our foundation's long-term success.
Our mission
About Teach Buenos Aires
At Teach Buenos Aires, we empower vulnerable communities through English education. We believe learning English is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth, opening doors to new opportunities.
Our dedicated volunteers are at the heart of our mission. In the afternoons, they teach English classes across various English language schools in Buenos Aires, becoming mentors who build student confidence and skills. In the mornings, volunteers have the opportunity to learn Spanish.
We're a legally recognized, responsible foundation that treats volunteers with respect and care. Join our community for a meaningful impact. Student programs run early February through mid-December for the full experience.
WHAT WE OFFER
This program in Buenos Aires offers a unique opportunity for native English speakers to teach English for 15 hours/week while learning Spanish through 20 hours/week of classes and accommodations in the heart of Buenos Aires. Led by female educators from Buenos Aires and UK universities, the experience includes on-site shared accommodation at a historic Palace in downtown Buenos Aires, San Telmo area. Participants will engage in dynamic lesson delivery, tutoring, after-school activities, and curriculum development. This program is ideal for those seeking a meaningful international teaching experience, and a chance to immerse themselves in Buenos Aires's rich culture, with practical English teaching application, including those without prior experience. The program runs for a flexible 8 to 16-week duration from early February to early November, requiring a background check and medical certificate for all participants.
A Day in the Life: Teaching English in Buenos Aires
Wake up in your accommodations, the stunning Palacio Piedras, a vintage French-style mansion turned guesthouse in the heart of Buenos Aires. The palace is not just your home; it's also your classroom, making your daily routine incredibly convenient. Each morning, you'll join a small group for engaging Spanish lessons right here. Led by experienced local instructors, these classes prepare you for life in Argentina, helping you navigate the city and connect with your students and with local people. After a quick lunch, the focus shifts to teaching. Some English classes are held onsite, while others take you to language schools across the city, providing a chance to explore different neighborhoods and meet new people. After a rewarding day of teaching, you'll return to the palace, which serves as a hub where you can relax, share stories with fellow participants from around the globe, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Buenos Aires right outside your front door. It’s the perfect blend of learning, working, and living in one of the world's most exciting cities.
How we make a difference
Our core belief at Teach Buenos Aires is that English education is a pathway to empowerment. We're dedicated to serving vulnerable communities across Buenos Aires by providing quality English instruction that not only simplifies daily life but also creates a world of new opportunities for our students from Argentina.
Our volunteers are the driving force behind our mission. Through engaging workshops and interactive activities, they equip students with the English language skills and confidence needed to succeed. This isn't just about teaching a language; it's about mentoring, building relationships, and directly contributing to the future success of individuals within our community.
Teach Buenos Aires is a legally recognized, committed, and responsible foundation that deeply values its volunteers. We foster an environment of respect, understanding, and support. If you're seeking a fulfilling volunteer experience where you can truly make a difference, we welcome you to join our family.
Please note: Our program runs from early February through mid-December. To fully immerse yourself in the student experience, we encourage applications during these months.
Immersive Cultural & Language Exchange
This program uniquely combines 15 hours pwe week teaching English with Spanish language classes (20 hours/week), offering an unparalleled opportunity to truly immerse yourself in Argentine culture. You'll not only share your language skills but also rapidly develop your own, gaining a deeper understanding of the local perspective.
Practical Teaching Experience & Professional Development
Whether you're an experienced educator or new to teaching, this program provides hands-on English teaching experience from day one (18 hours/week). For those without prior experience, there's the optional benefit of gaining a globally recognized TEFL certification on-site, providing foundational skills and credibility for future teaching endeavors worldwide.
Integrated living and local connection
Living on-site in downtown Buenos Aires (San Telmo) means you're at the heart of the action. This integrated living arrangement fosters genuine connections with locals, allowing you to seamlessly explore the city's rich history, cuisine, and everyday life.
Meaningful Contribution & Reciprocal Learning
Your volunteer English teaching role directly contributes to the community, offering valuable language education to students of all ages. Simultaneously, by taking Spanish classes, you'll experience the learning process from your students' perspective, creating a truly reciprocal and empathetic educational exchange.
Buenos Aires Exploration
Beyond teaching and learning, the program provides an incredible opportunity to explore one of the world's most captivating cities. From its historic neighborhoods and world-class museums to its passionate tango scene and diverse culinary offerings, Buenos Aires offers endless opportunities for discovery and enjoyment.
Expert Guidance & Supportive Community
The program is led by a dedicated team of female educators from both Buenos Aires University and UK universities. This diverse and experienced leadership ensures a high-quality program and a supportive environment, fostering a strong sense of community among participants.
At its core, Teach Buenos Aires is a charitable organization dedicated to tackling educational inequality. In Buenos Aires, access to high-quality English lessons with native speakers is often a privilege limited by economic status. Our mission is to bridge this significant gap by providing free or low cost, consistent, and immersive English instruction to children, teenagers and adults in low-income communities. By eliminating the financial barrier, we provide an essential tool for future academic and professional success, opening doors to opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach.
DO YOU HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
Creating Global Citizens: Our Impact in Buenos Aires
This program goes beyond teaching English. We foster cultural exchange, empower local students with valuable language skills, and contribute to a more interconnected and understanding community in Buenos Aires.
We’re looking for passionate English teachers to join our dynamic language school located in downtown Buenos Aires. This is more than just a teaching job — it’s a cultural immersion experience. Live on-site at the school, connect with locals, explore the city’s rich history and cuisine, and you take Spanish classes all while sharing your English skills. If you’re seeking meaningful work, international teaching experience, and a chance to experience Buenos Aires, this opportunity is for you.If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team!
Candidate Eligibility & Requirements
We seek committed, responsible, and culturally curious individuals who meet the following standards:
- Linguistic Proficiency: Exclusive to native English speakers to maintain pedagogical consistency.
- Professional Certification: A TEFL, CELTA, or teaching degree is preferred. We also welcome applicants currently enrolled in a TEFL certification program.
- Commitment: A minimum residency of 8 weeks is required to ensure a stable learning environment for our students.
- Age & Legal Status: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age (no maximum age limit) and possess the ability to enter Argentina on a valid tourist visa.
- Essential Equipment: All participants must possess a personal laptop for lesson planning and administrative coordination.
- Mandatory Vetting & Compliance
- To ensure the safety of our partner families and vulnerable communities, the following are non-negotiable:
- Background Checks: A comprehensive criminal background check is mandatory for all participants.
- Health Statement: A doctor’s note confirming optimal health for intensive participation is required.
- Arrival Protocol: Successful candidates must be available to start on a weekday morning, with mandatory check-in on Mondays between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Code of Professional Conduct
As a representative of our foundation, you are expected to uphold a high standard of professional ethics:
Attendance & Punctuality: We treat our teaching placements with the same seriousness as a corporate or academic career. Consistent attendance is mandatory to maintain your placement.
Professionalism: Courtesy toward local staff, respect for Argentine culture, and prompt responses to administrative requests are essential.
Cultural Immersion: A proactive willingness to learn Spanish and engage meaningfully with the local community is a core expectation of the program.
Right of Admission: To protect the integrity of the program and the safety of our students, the foundation reserves the right of admission and the right to dismiss any participant who fails to meet our conduct standards.
Program Schedule & Holidays
Operating Season: Programs run from early February through mid-December.
National Holidays: We observe all Argentine national holidays. On these dates, teaching is suspended, and no refunds or rescheduling are provided. However, participants will be provided with asynchronous Spanish learning materials to ensure continued progress.
CONTACT US
Our program expertly combines practical English teaching experience with professional Spanish language instruction, designed to maximize your personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about teaching English eager to learn Spanish and immerse yourself in Argentine culture, and ready to make a real impact, we invite you to apply! We can't wait to hear from you.
E-mail: info@teachbuenosaires.com
Address: 83 Piedras Street, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Opening hours: weekdays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
