English co-Teaching Fellows Program
Colombia Ministry of Education
Minga House Foundation is contracted by CUN to select candidates as English co-Teaching Fellows for the Colombia Bilingue grant.
Colombia Ministry of Education
Minga House Foundation is contracted by CUN to select candidates as English co-Teaching Fellows for the Colombia Bilingue grant.
NOTICE: The current grant cycle is operational only until June 30th, 2018.
We are contract new fellows only fill vacancies left behind by existing fellows who are not able to complete the current grant period.
If re-authorized, the next grant cycle would start July or August 2018 after the Colombian national elections.
If you are interested in participating in the possible upcoming grant cycle, complete your application now.
No one has a guarantee that the grant will continue; but are hopeful that it will and are preparing our teachers for the likely opportunity.
We are contract new fellows only fill vacancies left behind by existing fellows who are not able to complete the current grant period.
If re-authorized, the next grant cycle would start July or August 2018 after the Colombian national elections.
If you are interested in participating in the possible upcoming grant cycle, complete your application now.
No one has a guarantee that the grant will continue; but are hopeful that it will and are preparing our teachers for the likely opportunity.
To participate in this federally-funded opportunity as English co-Teachers, candidates must be fluent-English speakers (either native-English speakers or C1-C2 level of proficiency), possess a 4-yr BA/BS degree and be at least 21 years old.
Preferably: Spanish conversational skills, English teaching certification and/or experience, community service leadership experience.
460 Fellows in 60 cities in 385 public schools throughout Colombia will be co-teaching full-time under a mentor existing Colombian middle school or high school teacher. Fellows receive a monthly stipend of 1.5M (approx. $550 USD) towards their living expenses. Orientation in Bogota includes hotel accommodations & food & training; then fellows are flown to their teaching destination.
Extending the service agreement beyond the initial period is be possible, but not guaranteed.
This federal grant has been existence for several years and is likely to continue for several more years.
Preferably: Spanish conversational skills, English teaching certification and/or experience, community service leadership experience.
460 Fellows in 60 cities in 385 public schools throughout Colombia will be co-teaching full-time under a mentor existing Colombian middle school or high school teacher. Fellows receive a monthly stipend of 1.5M (approx. $550 USD) towards their living expenses. Orientation in Bogota includes hotel accommodations & food & training; then fellows are flown to their teaching destination.
Extending the service agreement beyond the initial period is be possible, but not guaranteed.
This federal grant has been existence for several years and is likely to continue for several more years.
APPLICATION PROCESS
STEP No. 1: Verifying your ELIGIBILITY
First, complete your online profile & upload your qualifying documents: CV, 4-yr BA/BS Diploma, Passport, and any Teaching Certifications you may have earned. If your CV format is not acceptable, you may use this standard format free tool to create your CV. https://cvmkr.com/
https://tinyurl.com/MingaProjects
Have you earned your Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification already?
While not every employer requires a TEFL certification, having one increases your hireability & earning potential.
While not every employer requires a TEFL certification, having one increases your hireability & earning potential.
Enter your TOP 3 Preferences of where you would enjoy teaching most.
Your preferences will help program managers make placement decisions, but ultimately we need you to be flexible and in a 'service mindset' ready to teach wherever you are needed most by the Ministerio de Educacion. Your preferences are not guaranteed.
Note: There are 385 participating schools in 60 cities throughout Colombia who need committed fellows to go where needed most! Program Managers also grant seniority to fellows who have previously participated in the program, who have existing apartment leases or family-ties in communities, and who are requested back by their school principals.
Your preferences will help program managers make placement decisions, but ultimately we need you to be flexible and in a 'service mindset' ready to teach wherever you are needed most by the Ministerio de Educacion. Your preferences are not guaranteed.
Note: There are 385 participating schools in 60 cities throughout Colombia who need committed fellows to go where needed most! Program Managers also grant seniority to fellows who have previously participated in the program, who have existing apartment leases or family-ties in communities, and who are requested back by their school principals.
STEP No. 2: Applying for Your Volunteer Courtesy COLOMBIA VISA!
If you are invited to participate as a Fellow, you will receive an Invitation Letter from the Ministry of Education in order for you to apply for a 'Courtesy VISA' online There is no cost to you during this process. Technically, as a fellow for a federal agency, you are volunteering. You will receive a 'stipend,' which technically not income. It's money to help you cover your expenses during your service period.
Download this VISA application manual prior to applying for your VISA online. You will need an invitaton Letter from the Ministry of Education prior to applying for your VISA online. REMEMBER: You need Passport Photographs to apply online! See manual.
STEP No. 3: Completing your FELLOW FILE 100%
Before you arrive to Orientation you must have submitted the following documents to [email protected]
- a. Proof of General Health Check-up (within 3 months) Download Form
- b. Proof of Background Criminal Check (within 3 months)
- (U.S. Only) BeenVerified.com or (Canada) BackgroundChecks.com or go to your local Police Department's online process
- Other countries - use whatever is a reputable source typically accepted in your country
- Existing Colombia Cedula de Extranjeria residents may try to use Policia National
- c. Proof of International Travel Insurance (Coverage Dates: Orientation thru last day of contract)
- Required Coverage (Choose the best value for yourself, but ensure your policy covers the 'mandatory $50,000 repatriation of remains' coverage. (Common insurers: Secutive-Compass, Nomads, Blue Cross, Chapka, Allianz, Outbackers, & Ace)
- SECUTIVE-COMPASS Option
- How to enroll: https://www.esecutive.com/ebs/minga
- Disclaimer: Minga House Foundation is not being financially rewarded for this facilitation; we merely brokered a group discount for the CUN MEN Program Fellows.
- Required Coverage (Choose the best value for yourself, but ensure your policy covers the 'mandatory $50,000 repatriation of remains' coverage. (Common insurers: Secutive-Compass, Nomads, Blue Cross, Chapka, Allianz, Outbackers, & Ace)
- d. Proof of at least C1-Level English Proficiency Certification (for non-native English speakers only)
- Only Two APPROVED certification tests: iTep and Cambridge
- IELTS Equivalency is 6.5 or higher; See Equivalency Table
- e. Proof of your Cedula de Extranjeria (if you do not already have one, we'll help you get one during orientation)
STEP No. 4: ORIENTATION ENROLLMENT. Enter all your information to ensure we are expecting you properly.
- You must participate in the mandadory orientation in Bogota (No exceptions).
- You are responsible for your initial transportation costs 'to the orientation in Bogota.' Then, the program will fly you to your teaching destination upon completing orientation and offer to fly you back to Bogota once your teaching contract is completed (optional). After completing the contract, the program is neither responsible for your return to your home country, nor responsible for you legal status in Colombia.
PROOF of RETURN FLIGHT is REQUIRED to enter COLOMBIA: You show that you will leave the country during your legal stay period. Meaning, you will not be permitted to enter Colombia without proof that you have a planned exit/return.
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OPTION: If you do not plan to purchase round-trip tickets, this option often used by experienced global travelers
Refundable Return Bus/Air Tickets - Download Option Details - Colombian airport officials will require proof that you are exiting Colombia prior to your legal stay expiration date. For instance, if you are entering as a Tourist, you must show that you are exiting within 90 days. Make sense? If you are entering as a Fellow with a Courtesy VISA, then you will have to show you are leaving prior to the expiration of your Courtesy VISA. Remember, you are responsible for your legal stay in Colombia. Be sure to follow every legal responsibility you hold as a visitor, volunteer, and fellow. If you do not have round-trip flight tickets to prove that you are going to leave while still legal in Colombia, you will have to show them proof that you are exiting the country somehow. Your choice, your decision. |
https://tinyurl.com/orientationcun
Complete this form to ensure you have reserved lodging, meals, T-shirt, and airport/bus terminal pickup.
Complete this form to ensure you have reserved lodging, meals, T-shirt, and airport/bus terminal pickup.
Download this document to obtain contacts for airport/bus terminal pickup, as well as learn other important details.
Next Orientation: TBD
Club Militar Campestre, Calle 138 # 55 - 38, Bogota https://www.clubmilitar.gov.co/
Next Orientation: TBD
Club Militar Campestre, Calle 138 # 55 - 38, Bogota https://www.clubmilitar.gov.co/
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- First Day of Orientation: Come early! 8.00 a.m - Come enjoy registration, pool use, free meals, meet the staff! Check-in early and get help finishing up with your paperwork!
- Orientation is required by the Ministry of Education before you may enter the classroom in Colombia.
- Orientation dates are 'not covered' as paid days within the stipend period. Why? Food & Lodging are already provided during this period and 'stipends' are specifically provided to cover lodging & food expenses while you are an active fellow.
- Airport & Bus Terminal pick-up will only be provided only during first day of orientation.
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