Brazil School Teacher
Belem, Brazil North Belem
Location: Belem, Brazil North Belem
Opportunity Type: Launch ShortTerm Missionary
Dates: August 1, 2023 - June 15, 2024
Teach in the ESL program at Amazon Valley Academy (AVA) an international Christian school that is under the oversight of Word of Life in Northern Brazil. We are also in need of grade school teachers to teach in English
AVA provides a unique opportunity to evangelize some of the most influential people in our state. The governor of our state sends his kids to AVA. It was founded as a school to teach Missionary's kids however, it has transitioned into a school that uses education in English as an opportunity to reach the upper and middle class people that are otherwise almost impossible to reach.
Details
Travel
Travel would be to Belem Brazil, a direct flight from Miami or Ft. Lauderdale should be available soon. A wide variety of flights are available through connecting cities such as São Paulo, Brasilia or Rio
Visa
A visa is not required to enter as a tourist. If it is determined that this is a good longer term fit a work or religious visa can be applied for in country.
Food
Meals will be eaten at home or can be purchased at the school.
Housing
Limited housing is available on campus. A wide variety of housing is available off campus.
Transportation
There is a good bus system in the city, the school has a vehicle that is available to use on a limited basis, uber is another good option.
What To Bring
Clothing appropriate for warm weather. We do not have winter in this part of Brazil. Personal items.
What To Wear
Dress is casual, jeans and a collared shirt for teaching.
Qualifications
College graduate in good health. Must have appropriate teaching degree.
Other
The climate is hot a humid, the classrooms are airconditioned, but houses are not always airconditioned. The evenings are cool so it is not too hard to sleep.
Finances
About the Finances
Airfare + Insurance + $2,000 a month + 12% Admin Fee