8 of the Best TEFL Courses in Spain

Get TEFL certified in Spain and you’ll be one step closer to getting paid to travel.

Get after these incredible TEFL programs in Spain! ☆ Are you dreaming of living in Spain; filling your days with tapas, flamenco, and siestas? Perhaps you’re eager to explore the country’s very distinctive regions—like Andalusia, Basque country, Catalonia, Galicia, and Valencia—each with its own traditions in food, language, and culture. As the second largest country in the European Union, and the fourth largest on the continent of Europe, Spain has plenty to keep you excited and busy. In addition to the size of the place, there are five official languages to contend with. We’re guessing you’re more excited than daunted by all of this and checking all of your childhood hiding spaces for buried treasure to fund your exploration.

If you don’t strike gold, consider working while you adventure. There are quite a few great ways to work while you travel abroad. Probably the most popular, and easiest if you lack fluent Spanish skills and/or an EU work permit, is teaching English abroad in Spain. As a native English speaker, you’re halfway to being qualified to teach English as a foreign language! Getting TEFL certified in Spain is the other piece. Native English speakers with the necessary certifications are in high demand in cities big and small across the country.

We asked, you shared. Here are the favorite TEFL certification classes in Spain to get you started:

The best TEFL courses in Spain this year

Editor’s note: This information on TEFL programs in Spain was accurate at the time of publishing. Please refer to each individual program for current data.

1. LanguageCorps—10 rating

“The course was well above my expectations, the trainers were amazing. I felt as though it really helped me become well-equipped to teach English as well as helped me build a network of people here in the city, other teachers and locals, which was wonderful when moving to a completely new place.”—Read more Languagecorps reviews here.

Where? Barcelona
When? Year round: 2-4 weeks; 3-6 months; 7-12 months; alternative spring break; summer
Why? Languagecorps offers its participants 160 hours of classroom time, as well as plenty of observed teaching time with students of all levels. The course is designed for those with and without teaching experience to ensure everyone comes away with the best knowledge and training possible. The program also offers a visa add-on program to help course graduates wishing to stay in Spain to teach.
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2. International TEFL Academy—8.0 rating

“I've had an exceptional experience with ITA. Everyone helped me to the greatest of their abilities, despite me living in Canada at the time. Highly recommend this place to get a TEFL. They will help you, and you will succeed.”—Read more International TEFL Academy reviews here.

Where? Barcelona & Madrid
When? Year round; 1-2 years; 3-6 months; 7-12 months; Summer
Why? The International TEFL Academy won GoAbroad’s 2018 People’s Choice Award for Best International Education Organization. With classes in Spain, online, and in 25 other locations around the world, ITA has a program to fit almost anyone’s needs and interests.
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3. Oxford TEFL—9.34 rating

“I feel like the tutors and teachers were able to teach me a lot during a period of only one month. I had never taught classes before and now I feel confident, able and informed enough to teach a 90 minute class! After the course I found a job within a couple of weeks.”—Read more Oxford TEFL reviews here.

Where? Barcelona
When? Year round; 2-4 weeks
Why? The four-week intensive course leaves its participants with CELTA certification (recognized by Cambridge University). Oxford TEFL offers a professional and supportive learning environment, in addition to teaching resources, practical practice, and job seeking help.
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4. TEFL Connect—9.5 rating

“Of course there were some cultural differences, and the work wasn’t always easy, but I always had the support of the TEFL Connect team when I needed it. I couldn’t have chosen a better course provider for their friendliness and organisation - the team responded quickly to any questions or worries I had throughout the entire time. I’ve been recommending their courses to all my friends and my only regret is not doing it earlier!”—Read more TEFL Connect reviews here.

Where? Madrid
When? Year round: 1-2 years; 3-6 months; 5-8 weeks; 7-12 months;
Why? TEFL Connect offers its students 120 hours of TEFL certification, in addition to observed teaching practice, and a community of peers. With help securing a paid position at the end of the program, TEFL Connect helps you stay in the city you’re likely to fall in love with.
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5. TEFL Iberia—10 rating

“The staff was so helpful in answering all my questions before I made the big move overseas and when I got there, I continued to feel supported. Everyone is kind and the trainee groups are small so you really feel like you get to know people on a personal level and make great friendships! During the course, you get to teach real students and receive really helpful feedback. Although you might feel nervous at first, the environment that TEFL Iberia creates will surely kick those nerves to the curb and help you feel confident in your teaching as the course progresses.”—Read more TEFL Iberia reviews here.

Where? Barcelona
When? Year round: 1-2 years; 2-4 weeks; multiyear; summer
Why? The TEFL Iberia program offers the opportunity to do a one month intensive course, followed by 12 months of a Developing Teacher Course, qualifying you for a student visa in Spain. This can alleviate some of the pressure of finding a job while spending time in Barcelona, and the rest of Spain. The program also offers housing with other students and job placement support.
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6. Asian College of Teachers—9.37 rating

“I have realised that I have made a perfect decision to join this course as it is an essential 'value addition' not only to my qualification but also to my overall personality as a teacher. I am short of words to thank Ms. June for being able to shape us as a wonderful, energetic, enthusiastic and learned teachers.” —Read more Asian College of Teachers reviews here.

Where? Madrid
When? Every month
Why? Taking TEFL courses in Spain from a program called the Asian College of Teachers might sound strange. This program is training English teachers around the world. The program prides itself on not only helping you become a good TEFL teacher, but helping you become a good teacher in general.
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7. EBC Servicios Linguisticos—9.82 rating

“From the first moment I contacted EBC about doing their TEFL course, the staff was absolutely professional, accommodating and kind. The course itself was very useful and I enjoyed going to class every day, it was a comfortable environment. They were a huge source of support during the course and especially beyond. I can't thank them enough for a great experience, I would recommend the EBC TEFL course 100%!!”—Read more EBC Servicios Linguisticos reviews here.

Where? Madrid
When? Year round: 2-4 weeks
Why? TEFL abroad in Spain doesn’t mean you can only teach in Spain. EBC promises that its training program will make you ready to teach English anywhere. As a graduate of the program you can earn up to 60 credits and have access to the lifetime, worldwide support of the EBC program.
More EBC Servicios Linguisticos info

8. Premier TEFL—8.0 rating

“I taught English in Spain for a year . I enjoyed it a lot because I love teaching and helping others, learning more about others culture and traditions. I am TEFL certified and taught English in Spain as a tutor and conversational teacher . It was fun and I'd go back any day.”—Read more Premier TEFL reviews here.

Where? Barcelona & Valencia
When? Year round: 7-12 months
Why? Premier TEFL is the only program on this list that offers a program in Valencia, giving you the opportunity to explore another part of the country. The program also stands out by offering accommodations in host families. Living with a host family is a unique experience offering a glimpse into how real Spaniards live their lives. Being welcomed into a family’s home will make Spain feel like home that much faster.
More Premier TEFL info

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Change the lives of students as a teacher in Spain!

While deciding on the TEFL program that is right for you, remember you’ll need at least 120 hours to get certified. You’ll also want to make sure the program can help you with job placement after you’re finished. There is a wealth of job seeker information on the internet, but one of the perks to choosing to complete a TEFL course abroad is that you get connected to a network automatically. If you’re a non-EU citizen you’ll need to make sure your visa covers you for the period of your program, as well as your time teaching in Spain. Once those pesky details are out of the way, you can focus on the fun part of picking a dream destination.

There are a lot of TEFL courses in Spain to choose from. With the majority of TEFL courses and jobs located in big cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville, do some research to figure out which one excites you most! Maybe it’s Madrid’s elegant boulevards, world-class museums, and gorgeous parks. Or are you drawn to get a TEFL in Barcelona thanks to its architecture and vibrant neighborhoods? Maybe you are on a mission to find Valencia’s best paella, or to learn flamenco in Seville. Spain has something for everyone, and there are enough TEFL programs in Spain to cater to just about everyone’s needs. Getting your TEFL abroad in Spain will open up doors that you never imagined!

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Originally Published on Apr 16, 2019