Teach. Explore. Live differently. - Costa Rica ojochal, Costa Rica Posted by: Private Family Contact: ellis.caffin@gmail.com Homeschool two curious boys, ages 7 and 10, in the tropical jungle of Costa Rica. MID-FEBRUARY – MID-DECEMBER 2027 (FLEXIBLE START) • OJOCHAL, COSTA RICA • PRIVATE GUEST HOUSE ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED Looking for a sabbatical, a career break, or a year of real adventure? We are seeking an enthusiastic, adaptable, licensed American or Canadian teacher to spend 10 months homeschooling our two boys on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast. This is a sabbatical-style opportunity for a teacher who loves nature, enjoys adventure, and would welcome a more personal, flexible alternative to the traditional classroom. Ojochal is a small community surrounded by extraordinarily biodiverse tropical jungle, with wildlife, rivers, waterfalls, and beaches close by. The setting creates exceptional opportunities for hands-on science, outdoor exploration, cultural learning, and meaningful real-world projects. You will plan and deliver a structured, engaging homeschool program suited to both children. We would like their education to follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme or an equivalent US state or Canadian provincial standard. You will: • Teach core subjects, including English, math, science, and social studies • Plan lessons and monitor each child’s progress • Adapt instruction for two different ages and learning levels • Incorporate nature, wildlife, and local culture into the learning program • Organize cross-disciplinary, hands-on projects • Encourage curiosity, independence, and a genuine enjoyment of learning • Provide regular progress updates to the parents • Teach Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The teacher we are seeking • A current or recent US state teaching license or Canadian provincial teaching certificate in elementary or middle school education • Current or recent classroom teaching experience • Confidence teaching across grades 3–7 • A current criminal background check: a state background check (US), or a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (Canada) • Strong professional references • A warm, energetic, patient, and organized approach • An interest in creative, project-based, and outdoor learning • Comfort living in a tropical environment • Independence, flexibility, and enthusiasm for the challenges of living abroad • Bilingual in English and Spanish (essential) What is included • Salary of US$17,000–20,000, plus: – Private guest house accommodation in Ojochal, with access to a pool, waterfall, and river on the property – Shared use of a family car for personal use – Round-trip flights from your home country • A 10-month school year from mid-February to mid-December 2027, with a 4–5 week break in July. We are flexible on the start date for the right candidate. • Evenings and weekends free to explore and enjoy the area • The chance to live in one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful and biodiverse regions • A unique experience combining meaningful teaching, travel, and adventure To apply, email ellis.caffin@gmail.com

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