Cambridge CELTA Course in Seville

Famous for its numerous operas, stunning architecture, rich culture and colorful festivals, Seville, the fourth largest city in Spain is much more than just a CELTA destination.

TEFL Certification in Seville, Spain

Located on the lower shores of the Guadalquivir River, taking your CELTA at Seville allows you to become a qualified English teacher in a fun and laid back city. You will learn not only teaching methods and classroom management methods but also enjoy a rich culture, scenic landscapes, and three incredible UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

At our CELTA institute in Seville, we radiate an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm for learning. This helps you enjoy your training and makes you aware of your professional growth. You are guaranteed a minimum of 120 hours of intensive training that covers the approved CELTA syllabus, including teaching contexts, language awareness, and professional skills development.

We provide you with hands-on teaching experience with several sessions of practice teaching. You will teach model students of different difficulty levels, be observed by peers and tutors and receive both oral and written feedbacks targeted at building your confidence and developing your teaching skills with the courage to take on any classroom across the world.

Upon successful completion of your training, you will receive the CELTA certificate which allows you to stay on to teach in Seville, in Spain or any country of your choice around the world. You could travel around Europe or go even further afield. With the CELTA certificate, the world is your oyster.

Seville Course Highlights - A Quick Glance

  • A minimum of 120 contact hours at our center, with additional hours spent outside class for self-study: background reading, lesson planning and assignment writing.
  • Trainees are involved in lesson planning, language analysis, observation of peers and experienced teachers, reflection on their teaching practice and feedback from trainers.
  • 6 hours of assessed teaching practice along with peer observation.
  • 6 hours of observation of live lessons taught by experienced ELT professionals.
  • On-going job support, suitable assistance and continous professional development services.

Seville Course Dates

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the CELTA courses continue to be delivered Online. However, both Mixed-mode and Face-to-face courses are being conducted depending on the interest. Please contact us to inquire about the specific course formats available.

Note that, an Online CELTA holds the same value as the Face-to-face course, and is equally recognized by ESL employers worldwide.

Seville Course Details

Entry Requirements

  • You should be 20 years old by the commencement date of the course (trainees can be accepted over 18 at the center’s discretion).
  • While the course itself does not require you to have a degree, you should have a standard of education equivalent to that required for an entry into primary or higher education.
  • Have a strong command, awareness of English language with equal skills over verbal and written English so as to follow the course and complete the assignments.

Course Syllabus

Some of the main units of learning are:

  • Learners and teachers and the teaching and learning context
  • Language analysis and awareness
  • Language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing
  • Planning and resources for different contexts
  • Developing teaching skills and professionalism
  • Classroom observation and management skills
  • Teaching practice and guidelines

Assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the course and there is no final examination. The two types of assessment are:

  • Teaching Practice
  • Written Assignments

CELTA course trainees will always be kept informed of their progress during the course and an external assessor, appointed by Cambridge English, moderates each course.

Teaching Practice, Observation

Teaching practice is an integral part of the course where trainees work in groups to plan, observe and give feedback to each other.

  • Six hours of assessed teaching practice with real students in real classes.
  • Detailed oral and written feedback of your teaching practice.
  • Observation of both peer and qualified ELT teachers for six hours.

CELTA Training Center in Seville

Our CELTA institute in Seville is located at Mendez Nunez 7 41001, in the liveable town of Seville, often described as the most Spanish city of Spain.

We have trained over 2000 teachers since 1998, and belong to the largest body of language schools in the world with over 150 schools spread across 50 countries.

The structure of the center is designed to give our teachers the best learning experience with facilities, including modern classrooms, teachers’ lounge, and updated materials and resources.

We also help our teachers obtain accommodation close to the training center. You can choose either a shared flat, staying with a Spanish host family, our special apartments and studios.

Job Support and Placement: Seville, Spain

At the Seville training center, we are focused on supporting trainees to progress in their career either they choose to stay in Spain after their training or not. We provide a list of language schools and employers for our graduates to explore as well as job websites where they can find opportunities internationally.

Our tutors are always available to provide references or letters of recommendation amplifying the abilities of our candidates to employers to help improve their chances. We have career advise sessions on job hunting, CV preparation, and interviews. We also discuss with our trainees ways to explore opportunities effectively, and methods of dealing with employers.

It is important to note that a lot of our tutors at the Seville center took the CELTA course here. This shows our dedication to providing placement and helping our graduates get a job after their training.

Why Choose CELTA in Seville?

The Spanish teaching job market is quite robust, and this is one of the reasons many of our CELTA graduates choose to stay on after their training. As a result of the Spanish people’s desire to learn English to further studies or careers, there is no shortage of jobs available for our certified teachers.

Furthermore, Spain is a preferred destination for ESL teachers in Europe as the process of getting an English teaching job is relatively easy. There are jobs in the private or public school sectors and also government programs offering teaching opportunities.

Our CELTA graduates in Seville can earn as much as 1,000 EUR per month as English teachers in a government program while those in international or private schools may receive up to 2,000 EUR per month. However, teachers in government programs work only about 16 hours per week while those with private or international schools work an average of 25 hours weekly.

The cost of living in Spain is relatively low, which means English teachers can break even or even save. Seville offers reasonably priced accommodation and rent will differ based on how close to your workplace you choose to live. Rent is around 650 EUR a month for a furnished apartment in a common area. Internet and utility bills are said to come to about 100 EUR a month.

Things to do in Seville, Spain while taking a CELTA

Seville is a popular tourist destination in Spain. Famous for flamenco dancing, operas, its gothic Cathedral, and medieval streets, the city offers something to CELTA trainees at every turn. Whether you’re looking to spend your time off in a museum, trying some local cuisine or want to enjoy stunning views, you’ll find it all in Seville.

The combination of Christian and Mudéjar architecture at Seville’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed palace Real Alcazar is a great way to spend an afternoon during a weekend. After this, you can then proceed to the Museo de Bellas Artes or the Plaza de Espana for some breath-taking experience of Seville history and unique architecture.

If you are looking to see something more modern, try the Metropol Parasol. There is a 30-meter high structure locally known as the mushrooms where you can stop for a coffee and enjoy fabulous city views. The Catedral de Sevilla and La Giralda are popular spots to visit. The Catedral de Sevilla is the largest Gothic building in Europe, while La Giralda, on the other hand, is the tallest monument in Seville.

Don’t forget to visit some of Seville’s restaurants and try some local dishes. Tapas is a classic Spanish choice which gives you the chance to try a huge range of food in one meal! Some other popular local delicacies include Solomillo al Whisky which is Pork Loin with Whisky Sauce, Espinacas con Garbanzos (Spinach and Chickpeas) and Cazón en Adobo (Fried Dog Fish).

With around 300 sunny days a year, Seville is a great city in which to explore or relax. It’s common to stay up late during the cooler evenings, and you can use this time to get to know the locals and even learn some Spanish if you like.

Get your CELTA certificate in Seville. Relish the great weather, a cultural capital, delicious food, and a fabulous Spanish lifestyle while you obtain a certificate that lets you travel the world and enjoy a fulfilling teaching career.

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