In the hills just north of San Jose, on the slope of Barva Volcano, is the smallest of the provincial capitals, Heredia. With a population of just over 30,000 people, the city has a slower more mellow pace. As with many Latin towns founded during colonial times, 1706 in the case of Heredia, the central square dominates the life of it's people.  One of the nicest central parks in the country, it is filled with large towering trees, covered bandstand, impressive water fountain and plenty of benches. It is the perfect place to while away an afternoon playing checkers. To the north and east of the park are two of the best remaining examples of colonial architecture in the entire country. To the east is the church, La Inmaculada Concepcion, and to the north is a colonial fortress know simply as 'El Fortin'. The churches weather worn and bare stone exterior belies an interior that is tastefully ornamented with high vaulted ceilings and a beautiful, stain glass window encircled dome above the alter. El Fortin is essentially the last remaining turret from a later eighteenth century Spanish fortress and has become the symbol of the town.

To know more about what the cost fee covers and doesn't,  please Contact the Organization at info@costaricatefl.com 

Qualification: 

• No specific qualification required.
• Must be a Native English speaker.
• Motivative.
• Helpful.
• Eager to Learn new culture.

Housing assistance is available for those interested and can be either in shared housing, independent living, in local hotels/hostels or with local families. Costa Rica TEFL will provide you with accommodation information for no extra fee. All payments are made directly to the accommodations provider. Shared housing can be with other trainees in furnished houses or apartments. The prices for shared housing is from $250 - $350 per person for the month. Independent housing is in furnished houses or apartments and can run from $250-$800 for the month.  Homestays with local families include two meals a day (breakfast and dinner), and laundry service. The family is chosen according to trainees needs and costs between $105-$110 per week.

Application Process: Please Email Organization for further details at info@costaricatefl.com 

In Heredia you can often sit in Central Park, enjoy a Pops ice cream and chat with the friendly locals. At night you can enjoy concerts in the park, have a delicious typical meal, go Salsa dancing at the local bars or take in a movie in Spanish at the local mall