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Teach English in Spain (Barcelona) + Spanish Course
Experience
Teach
Destination
Spain
Duration
1 to 12 months
Ages
18 to 65
Degree
No Degree required
110 others looking at this too. Next opening is Jan 2027, with limited spots.
Trip overview
This trip includes a Spanish course and optional year-long Teacher's Development course, to provide a visa that will allow you to work in Spain. If you're Canadian aged 18-35, or Australian or New Zealand aged 18-30, you're eligible for a Spanish working holiday visa, so check out our other Teach Spain trip here.
Barcelona—a vibrant city where stunning historical architecture meets contemporary life. Here, intricate cathedrals stand alongside vibrant murals, and the culinary scene delights even the most refined tastes.
If you’ve ever dreamed of calling this cosmopolitan city home, here’s your chance! Join us to earn your internationally recognised TEFL certification while immersing yourself in the heart of Barcelona.
This life-changing trip not only equips you with everything you need to kickstart your English teaching career, but it also offers:
- TEFL Course & Accommodation. Your 160-hour (4 weeks), internationally recognised TEFL course is included in this trip along with 5 weeks of accommodation.
- Spanish + Teacher's Development course. Learn Spanish, improve your teaching skills, and qualify for a visa. 8 hours per week of Spanish for the first 9 months and a year-long optional weekly Teacher's Development course is included in the price of the trip.
- Optional Job Interviews. Once you’ve passed your TEFL course, our team will arrange interviews to help you land your dream job in Barcelona.
- Local Activities & Experiences. Get the lay of the land and experience the highlights of your new home with a range of cultural activities and experiences during your first few weeks in Spain. These include a walking tour of Barcelona, a Flamenco show and a tour of Palau de la Musica or a Spanish wine & cheese tasting, all with your fellow teachers-in-training.
- And way more!
There’s something about Barcelona you just have to experience for yourself! The city buzzes with an energy that can’t be escaped—one of the many reasons tourists and expats flock to this amazing city.
When you need a break from the stunning architecture and delicious food and wine, escape to one of the many beautiful beaches along the Mediterranean Sea to lounge in the sun. Conveniently located, Barcelona allows you to hop on a quick flight and explore the rest of Europe during your time off.
Most English teaching positions in Barcelona are at private language institutes, with classes typically held in the afternoons and evenings. This schedule allows you to enjoy your mornings free to explore your new home.
This journey isn’t just about fun; it’s also a chance to earn a professional certification that provides you with a meaningful career while living and working in Spain!
When you book with Global, you book with the best. You get the full experience for a fraction of the hassle
Our team will help you with the essentials you need to start your new journey with a bang! Including job placement support, visa assistance, a range of exciting cultural activities, and so much more.
*Please note that 1-month duration is only the 5 week in-country TESOL course. Optional teaching job matches require a minimum commitment of 6 months.
Inclusions
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CertTESOL Course
Gain accreditation to teach English overseas when you complete a 160-hour Trinity certified training course (4 weeks) with our experienced TESOL instructors. Receive your certificate upon completion.
9 Months of Spanish Lessons
You'll have 2 hours per day of Spanish Monday-Thursday for 9 months in a Spanish school in Barcelona. You'll be talking to the locals in no time!
Job Assistance
Upon completion of your CertTESOL course, our team will arrange an interview with partner language school recruiters to help you land a teaching job in Barcelona. There’s a huge demand for English teachers in Spain! Typically, most jobs are at private language institutes and pay around €15 per hour.
Dedicated Trip Coordinator
Handpicked from an experienced team who’ve been there, done that and ready to guide you through your entire journey and leave no question unanswered.
Pre-Departure Guide
Our in-depth pre-departure guide will have all the information you need about your trip & destination, at your fingertips.
Trip Visa Guidance
Get your visa approved as cheap and easy as possible with our step-by-step instructions and personal guidance by your Trip Coordinator.
Personal Travel Concierge
You'll get a personal Travel Concierge to plan your flights, insurance or any add-ons to synchronise perfectly with your trip. Deal with a real human and get a personalised booking experience that ticks all your boxes.
Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in a shared apartment in Barcelona, conveniently located near your training school and accessible by public transport during your orientation and CertTESOL course.
Private Airport Transfer
To take you from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to your chosen location: your included course accommodation, the CertTESOL training centre, or a nearby hotel if you're arriving early.
Welcome Orientation
Join other travellers in an introduction to Spanish culture, society and language. Plus, enjoy a tasty complimentary welcome breakfast.
Local Cultural Experiences
Join other Global Travellers as you take part in a week of Spanish cultural activities, including a Flamenco show, a walking tour of Barcelona's Gothic quarter and a tour of Palau de la Musica.
Local Life Essentials
Our local team will assist you with all the necessary paperwork for Spanish bureaucracy, including Empadronamiento, your Spanish Resident Card (TIE), and setting up a bank account.
Interview Preparation
Receive valuable feedback from expert in-country CertTESOL trainers to help you land your perfect teaching job.
Developing Teacher Course
A 12-month optional Teacher’s Development course is included to help you become an even better teacher.
Certificate of Completion
In recognition of your hard work and dedication throughout the experience. Employers will love this addition to your resume/CV!
Ongoing Local Team Support
From our team and in-country project partners, think of us as your family away from home. Whether you need advice or a shoulder to lean on, you’ll have our full support!
Global Emergency Line
Feel confident knowing we have a worldwide emergency team on standby, 24 hours a day, Monday to Friday.
gWorld Access
Stay organised with your personalised portal where you can keep all of your important documents and trip details in one spot and gain insider access to everything Global.
Social
Travel alone but never lonely with Social! An exclusive social network inside our gWorld app to talk, share & meet-up with other Global Travellers in your region, with a dedicated Community Manager.
Global Academy
Gain access to an ever-growing range of skills & languages to learn before & whilst you travel.
Marketplace Deals
Get exclusive access to deals and discounts through our online Marketplace. Save big on a huge range of products and services from our brand partners worldwide.
10% Off Getaways
Score an exclusive 10% off voucher to use on any Getaway by Global Work & Travel. Explore more on the world's best small group tours for 18-35’s, exclusively designed and hosted by us. Use before, during or after this trip.
Inclusions
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CertTESOL Course
Gain accreditation to teach English overseas when you complete a 160-hour Trinity certified training course (4 weeks) with our experienced TESOL instructors. Receive your certificate upon completion.
9 Months of Spanish Lessons
You'll have 2 hours per day of Spanish Monday-Thursday for 9 months in a Spanish school in Barcelona. You'll be talking to the locals in no time!
Job Assistance
Upon completion of your CertTESOL course, our team will arrange an interview with partner language school recruiters to help you land a teaching job in Barcelona. There’s a huge demand for English teachers in Spain! Typically, most jobs are at private language institutes and pay around €15 per hour.
Dedicated Trip Coordinator
Handpicked from an experienced team who’ve been there, done that and ready to guide you through your entire journey and leave no question unanswered.
Pre-Departure Guide
Our in-depth pre-departure guide will have all the information you need about your trip & destination, at your fingertips.
Trip Visa Guidance
Get your visa approved as cheap and easy as possible with our step-by-step instructions and personal guidance by your Trip Coordinator.
Personal Travel Concierge
You'll get a personal Travel Concierge to plan your flights, insurance or any add-ons to synchronise perfectly with your trip. Deal with a real human and get a personalised booking experience that ticks all your boxes.
Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in a shared apartment in Barcelona, conveniently located near your training school and accessible by public transport during your orientation and CertTESOL course.
Private Airport Transfer
To take you from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to your chosen location: your included course accommodation, the CertTESOL training centre, or a nearby hotel if you're arriving early.
Welcome Orientation
Join other travellers in an introduction to Spanish culture, society and language. Plus, enjoy a tasty complimentary welcome breakfast.
Local Cultural Experiences
Join other Global Travellers as you take part in a week of Spanish cultural activities, including a Flamenco show, a walking tour of Barcelona's Gothic quarter and a tour of Palau de la Musica.
Local Life Essentials
Our local team will assist you with all the necessary paperwork for Spanish bureaucracy, including Empadronamiento, your Spanish Resident Card (TIE), and setting up a bank account.
Interview Preparation
Receive valuable feedback from expert in-country CertTESOL trainers to help you land your perfect teaching job.
Developing Teacher Course
A 12-month optional Teacher’s Development course is included to help you become an even better teacher.
Certificate of Completion
In recognition of your hard work and dedication throughout the experience. Employers will love this addition to your resume/CV!
Ongoing Local Team Support
From our team and in-country project partners, think of us as your family away from home. Whether you need advice or a shoulder to lean on, you’ll have our full support!
Global Emergency Line
Feel confident knowing we have a worldwide emergency team on standby, 24 hours a day, Monday to Friday.
gWorld Access
Stay organised with your personalised portal where you can keep all of your important documents and trip details in one spot and gain insider access to everything Global.
Social
Travel alone but never lonely with Social! An exclusive social network inside our gWorld app to talk, share & meet-up with other Global Travellers in your region, with a dedicated Community Manager.
Global Academy
Gain access to an ever-growing range of skills & languages to learn before & whilst you travel.
Marketplace Deals
Get exclusive access to deals and discounts through our online Marketplace. Save big on a huge range of products and services from our brand partners worldwide.
10% Off Getaways
Score an exclusive 10% off voucher to use on any Getaway by Global Work & Travel. Explore more on the world's best small group tours for 18-35’s, exclusively designed and hosted by us. Use before, during or after this trip.
Just in case it’s not clear already, we’re not an employment or recruitment agency.
Qualification
To qualify for this trip you must meet the following requirements:
- Be between 18-65 years of age
- Be a citizen of an eligible country
- Have no criminal convictions in the past 5 years
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Requirements
For this trip you must have your high school certificate and meet the visa requirements. You’ll need a laptop for your classroom duties.
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Trip details
Our Teach English trips are designed to get you set up in your new life overseas as smoothly as possible. Our goal is to save you time, money, and stress while eliminating the risk of returning home early. Here’s how we do it:
We’re on your side from the moment you. You’ll be assigned a Dedicated Trip Coordinator to guide you through the next steps and answer all your questions. Our team is well travelled so you can learn from our experience.
Your Personal Travel Concierge will help with flights, insurance, visas, and any add-ons you’d like for your trip. These are real humans too – no robots here.
When you touch down at Barcelona Airport, your private transfer will be waiting to take you to your shared apartment in the heart of Barcelona. This will be your home for the next 5 weeks while you take your TESOL course so we make sure it’s close to your training school.
Your first week will be packed full of cultural activities to help you get into the swing of things in one of the coolest cities in the world. These activities include a welcome breakfast with the rest of the Global Travellers, and activities such as a wine & tapas tasting or visit to the Palau de la Musica, a Flamenco show, a walking tour of Barcelona's famous Gothic quarter, and 10 hours of beginner Spanish lessons.
Your TESOL qualification is certified by Trinity College, London – a major name in the TESOL world that’ll stand out on your resumé/CV.
Our team has many connections with language institutes in Barcelona, so they are your best asset to land a teaching position in Spain – as long as you graduated from your TESOL. Most positions pay around €15 per hour and you are allowed to work a maximum of 30 hours per week.
But our support doesn’t end there. We’ll be in touch during your trip to make sure everything is going smoothly. If you have any questions or concerns we’re one quick message, DM, email, or carrier pigeon away.
We’re with you every step of the way.
Extra Costs
Flights, accommodation after the course, 14 months' Spanish health insurance, visa, criminal background check, official documents for visa application (apostiled and translated documents are requested by most consulates), souvenirs & spending money.
Trip itinerary
The beauty of this trip is that you have the freedom to create your own adventure. But, for a rough idea, this is how most travellers spend their first month:
- Arrival
- Week 1
- Week 2-5
- Ongoing
Arrival
When you touch down at Barcelona Airport, your private transfer will be waiting for you. You’ll go to your shared apartment in the heart of Barcelona which will be your home for the duration of your course.
You’ll meet your fellow classmates, and, since you have a day or two before your course starts, you’ll have some time to explore your new home.
You and your new friends could start ticking famous bars off your list, check out the sites of Europe’s coolest city, or simply relax on a beach after your flight.
Trip itinerary
Arrival
When you touch down at Barcelona Airport, your private transfer will be waiting for you. You’ll go to your shared apartment in the heart of Barcelona which will be your home for the duration of your course.
You’ll meet your fellow classmates, and, since you have a day or two before your course starts, you’ll have some time to explore your new home.
You and your new friends could start ticking famous bars off your list, check out the sites of Europe’s coolest city, or simply relax on a beach after your flight.
Week 1
Your first week is full of cultural activities to get you into the swing of things in your new home. You’ll also meet a bunch of other Global Travellers doing the course with you.
Activities include:
Flamenco show
Walking tour of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter
Guided tour of Palau de la Musica (alternatively, a Spanish wine & cheese tasting)
Week 2-5
You’ll take your TESOL course, which is certified by the Trinity College in London – a major name in the TESOL world.
Once you’ve passed your course, our in-country partners will set up job interviews with language institutes across Spain. You’ll get help with your CV/resumè, interview prep, placement, and permanent accommodation support.
Ongoing
Each teaching position is different, so how your life looks will depend on your placement.
Most English teaching jobs in Spain are at private language institutes earning about €15/hour. The majority of classes are in the afternoon and evening. So you can spend your mornings exploring your new home or sleeping in after a night on the town.
Teachers often get 2 weeks off during Easter and Christmas and sometimes some time off in August, too. Giving you plenty of time to explore the rest of Spain and Europe at large.
After your CertTESOL course, you'll start your Spanish course. This will be structured as 2-hour lessons Monday-Thursday for 9 months in Barcelona.
We’ll be in touch with you throughout your stay. If you ever need advice or support our team is available to answer your questions.
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Why choose us
Our Teach English trips are designed to get you set up in your new life overseas as smoothly as possible. Our goal is to save you time, money, and stress while eliminating the risk of returning home early. Here’s how we do it:
We’re with you from the moment you get started. You’ll be assigned a dedicated Trip Coordinator. They’ll guide you through the next steps and answer all your questions. They’ll also help you with the pesky visa. No guesswork – only the right paperwork, approved the first time, in your hands before you leave.
Your Personal Travel Concierge will help with flights, insurance, visas, and any add-ons you’d like for your trip. These are real humans too – no robots here.
But our support doesn’t end there. We’ll be in touch during your trip to make sure everything is going smoothly. If you have any questions or concerns we’re one quick message, DM, email, or carrier pigeon away.
Our team is well travelled so you can rely on our experience. We’re with you every step of the way.
Join 95,000+ travellers – giving us 10,000+ 4 & 5 star reviews – by choosing Global to make your travel dreams come true.
Most travellers book their trip 6-12 months in advance. Dates are flexible, but spaces are limited. So if you’re serious about teaching in Spain, don’t delay.
With our Book Now, Decide Later feature, you can get started with a small deposit today, and take a full year to choose your dates.
We’ll take over from there, helping you with visas, flights, accommodation, and setting you up with our partner in Spain.
This is the trip for you if you’re after the ultimate teaching experience in Spain , complete with everything you need and 24/5 support.
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Why Teach
The main purpose of this trip is to get your TEFL qualification so you can teach English as a foreign language anywhere in the world.
You’ll do your 4-week TEFL course in Barcelona. As tourism grows and globalisation makes the world smaller, English continues to be the ‘global language’ for mutual communication.
Which means that people who live in non-English speaking countries could open up a world of opportunities for themselves and their communities by learning to speak English – even in developed countries like Spain.
This is the perfect trip for someone who wants to follow a career in education, but wants to travel the world while they’re doing it. A stint as an English teacher overseas will look great on your resume and set you up for success for a future in education.
Alternatively – if the corporate ladder isn’t your cup of tea – this is also one of those travel ‘hacks’ that’ll allow you to travel indefinitely.
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We know that life can get in the way of travel, so all our trips come with a great deal of flexibility. In most cases, if you cannot travel on your selected date, you can place your trip on hold to deal with whatever is holding you back, and continue in the future without incurring any penalty. You may also have the option of transferring to an entirely different trip and destination as well, or even transferring your trip to a friend or family member. In the event that you need to outright cancel your trip, if you give us 84* days notice you can do so with only a 50% cancellation fee. Your refund of the balance will come in the form of a Store Credit which you can put toward any other trip that we offer, including tours through third-party providers, and is valid for 2 years from date of issue. Full credit terms available on our website. As international travel can be complex, your options are based on the progress of your trip organisation and Booking Conditions, our support team can assist you in finding the best solution for your needs.
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Book a time to meet your dedicated Trip Coordinator who knows all the ins & outs of your trip. They’ll be by your side and working behind-the-scenes to pull everything together.
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We’ll get your tickets, accommodation & transfers ready. Our in-country team or partner will have everything prepared & waiting for your arrival. Get on the plane with no worries!
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Never stress, knowing we’re there with you when you need us with ongoing & unlimited local team support. And just in case, we’ve got an emergency team on stand-by, 24 hours, Mon-Fri.
How it works
1. Choose a trip style
Find your dream experience & destination, then secure your spot with a flexible & low deposit. Activate your gWorld to unlock some cool perks. Well done! The hardest part’s over!
2. We become friends
Book a time to meet your dedicated Trip Coordinator who knows all the ins & outs of your trip. They’ll be by your side and working behind-the-scenes to pull everything together.
3. Time to go!
We’ll get your tickets, accommodation & transfers ready. Our in-country team or partner will have everything prepared & waiting for your arrival. Get on the plane with no worries!
4. Global support
Never stress, knowing we’re there with you when you need us with ongoing & unlimited local team support. And just in case, we’ve got an emergency team on stand-by, 24 hours, Mon-Fri.
