TEFL Certification in Cusco, Peru with Job Placement Guarantee

Name: TEFL Certification in Cusco, Peru with Job Placement Guarantee
Brand: Maximo Nivel
SKU: 29195
Rating: 4.97 (79 reviews)

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Location

Peru
- Cusco
- Machu Picchu

Length

150 hours

Training Type

Classroom

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Program Details

Teaching Practicum

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Certifications

TEFL TESOL

Housing

Apartment Host Family Hotel

Pricing

Starting Price

1395

Price Details

Airport pick-up
Program and safety orientation
Walking tour
Official TEFL Certificate
Letter of recommendation
Lifetime job-finding assistance
Tandem Conversation Program
Office-wide WiFi and computer lab
Salsa dance classes
Cooking classes
Free coffee and tea and on-site snack bar
Institute is open 7 days/week
Emergency contact number 24/7

What's Included

Activities Airport Transfers Wifi

What's Not Included

Airfare Travel Insurance

Last Updated: Feb 12, 2025

Last Reviewed: Mar 21, 2025

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About Program

Become a certified English teacher by earning a TEFL certification with Maximo Nivel in Cusco, Peru. TEFL Certification is your passport to living and working as English teacher anywhere else in the world! The 4-week/150-hour certification program includes more than 15 hours of practical English teaching and observation of experienced teachers.
The TEFL Program consists of 14 modules:
1. Approaches to Learning & Teaching
2. Critical ESL Techniques
3. Class Management
4. Lesson Planning
5. English Grammar Review 1
6. English Grammar Review 2
7. Teaching Grammar
8. Teaching Vocabulary
9. Teaching English with Games
10. Teaching Speaking & Writing
11. Teaching Listening & Reading
12. Assessing Learners
13. Introduction to International English Exams
14. Practical Teaching

Maximo Nivel is internationally accredited and the Maximo Nivel TEFL Certificate is accepted by institutes, language schools, and universities around the world.

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At Maximo Nivel, we deeply value diversity in all its forms. We maintain an open-minded approach, recognizing the significance of varied perspectives, intelligent discourse, and the transformative power of a positive mindset. We warmly welcome and respect individuals from all backgrounds, irrespective of politics, gender, gender identity, age, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Whether it’s volunteering, Spanish immersion, TEFL certification, international internships, university courses, or GAP year experiences, members of the LGBTQIA+ community are wholeheartedly invited to participate in our programs.

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At Maximo Nivel, we work in close partnership with our local communities in Latin America to ensure that volunteer projects align with genuine local needs, fostering meaningful and relevant impact. We emphasize sustainable initiatives designed for enduring change, rather than short-term interventions. By promoting cultural sensitivity, we facilitate enriching exchanges rooted in mutual respect, and our commitment to local employment further integrates and supports the communities we serve.

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Program Highlights

Accredited certification accepted worldwide
15 hours of practical teaching and observation
Teach real ESL classes
Guaranteed Job Placement
Lifetime job-finding assistance

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Hybrid TEFL (Online + Onsite) in Cusco

The Hybrid TEFL certification program is perfect for people who have less time to travel, but still want the benefit of onsite coaching and in-person practical teaching experience. The Hybrid TEFL is a thorough introduction to Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). During the 150-hour course you study the same modules as the standard, onsite, 4-week TEFL program. You complete the first half of the course through guided self-study online and the second part on site in Cusco.

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Support 5
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Facilities 4.55
Safety 5

Instruction 5
Support 5
Value 4.75
Academic Rigor 4.5
Job Assistance 4.9

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As an educator with many years of practical and academic experience in education, I highly recommend the Maximo Nivel TEFL program in Cusco, Peru. The course was rigorous and serious. But my classmates and I received a lot of support from the instructors, Sean and Christina. There was a good balance between seat work, where we learned the theory, and practical work (mini-lessons and classroom teaching) where we practiced what we had been taught. Besides the content, the program (and instructors) build a strong community among my classmates that added to the learning. I would recommend the program without qualification.

What was your funniest moment?

Well, my TEFL training overlapped with Carnival (two Sundays sandwiching the beginning of Lent ) in Cusco. Interesting experience! Suggestion: get a cheap poncho... even if the sky is blue.

Pros

Amazing teachers
Rigorous program
Wonderful city

I have been in the ESL field for many years and joined this four-week in-class course with this amazing instructor. The TEFL-ers came from different countries and different backgrounds. Our instructor was fun and full of knowledge and he guided us gently on a road full of exciting techniques to improve our STT in our classrooms. I've always had a great rapport with my students, but now I have learned to increase my STT to a higher level and the results are amazing. My students love the new techniques I've learned and I feel proud and happy after each class! Well done Maximo, and thank you for making me a better teacher!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Go out there and live your life! If you want to see the world and get paid, this program is for you! You learn how to be a great ESL teacher, and you make great friends. I had never thought I would ever visit Peru (it was on my bucket list), but it became real when I came to Cusco. A great, historic city, with hospitable people, and Maximo's team is the best. Helpful, friendly, and our instructor - simply the best!

Pros

On-site, accommodation with host families, living near the Institute. Many natural and historic sites to visit.
Learn Spanish
Real-student experience. You practice your lessons on real Spanish students!

Cons

weather - can be cold - always have warm clothes with you and warm shoes!

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Maximo Nivel taking the TEFL course. We had a lot of good times in class. There was lots of laughter and conversation. Sean was the best trainer, teaching by example, always there to help us, super supportive and encouraging. He is an excellent teacher and I learned a whole lot more than I ever thought I would. I'm forever grateful for the good memories and practical ESL teaching skills I gained at Maximo Nivel. I'm also grateful for their continued support in finding the right ESL teaching jobs. I know I can always count on them to help me find the right job.

I thoroughly enjoyed every single aspect of the TEFL course in Cusco, Peru. From the moment I touched down in the city, I felt incredibly supported and cared for by the amazing staff at Máximo and beautiful host family. Sean is an amazing instructor! Each day was full of fascinating language lessons, endless laughs, and abundant opportunities to push oneself. We were able to teach for a total of 10 hours throughout the course and with each lesson, my confidence, skills, and strengths as a teacher grew. We received excellent feedback from Sean after each teaching experience that allowed us to acknowledge and strengthen our weaker points. I had so much fun and was truly lit up by the passion that fills each individual at Máximo. Come experience the magic for yourself!

What was your funniest moment?

A lovely member of the Máximo Nivel team suggested I bring a rain coat for the following day as it was supposed to rain.

Well, I live in California so rain is pretty rare. Whenever it does come, I love to walk around in it freely to feel the beautiful drops on my face. So, I decided I didn’t need a rain jacket and was so excited to feel the rain again finally!!

Let’s just say I arrived home with my light denim jeans and light blue T-shirt different colors entirely. It looked and felt like I swam home. Takeaway: Rain is serious in Cusco! California rain does not even come close.

Pros

My amazingly sweet, kind host family
My incredible fellow TEFL-er Emily- we only spoke Spanish outside the program and she helped me to improve tremendously!
Free salsa lessons on Tuesdays and Saturdays!- SO much fun!!

Cons

The weather is unpredictable in Cusco so you have to be prepared for super hot sunshine and incredibly heavy rain at all times!

This course will exceed your expectations. If you are an experienced educator or a recent graduate, you will learn some new and amazing skills. I cannot thank the staff and instructors enough for their support and guidance. This was an exceptional experience. I would have loved to stay in the area longer and explore but there are jobs to be done, and I have to go to my new teaching location. I am grateful for the job placement and skills I will take with me. I cannot thank the host families and Maximo TEFL staff enough. They are the pillars of this organization and took care of me like family.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Prepare for rain and bring shoes your able to dry easily. You will LOVE the environment but it is wet!

Pros

Challenging
Fun
Adventurous

Cons

Wish it were longer
rain

Loved the Maximo Nivel TEFL course! Taught at the institute in Manuel Antonio, which is a Beautiful location. The course is very intensive but for those who are willing to put in the work you can learn a lot of valuable skills!

The teacher, Lewis, is very qualified: knowledgeable, helpful, and compassionate. Lots to do in the community as well. My partner came with me and we thoroughly enjoyed going to the beach, exploring the jungle on hikes, attending a local salsa class, and going out to some local bars/restaurants.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

Doing the Practical Teaching! Having no prior teaching experience, this really put me out of my comfort zone, but it was essential for success in the course and helped to built my confidence.

Pros

Academic rigor
Job finding assistance
Instrucción

Cons

Time: 4 weeks was too short!
Spanish classes lacked a bit of structure
Bathrooms in the building could be nicer

This course surpassed my expectations. I feel much more confident and prepared than I thought possible. I was also worried about the workload but it is definitely manageable and Sean (the GOAT TEFL instructor) wants you to succeed. The four weeks fly by and it is so much fun. Your first taste at teaching is the second day of the course and the whole last week you take over teaching an English class at the institute. You are baby-stepped into all of this and it really helps build confidence and practice with the techniques. Máximo in general is a great organization. They are organized and know what they are doing. It is super easy to meet both Peruvians and international students and everyone is so friendly. I 100% recommend and wish I were staying for longer.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?

I planned it so that I arrived one day before the start of the program and left two days after the last day. I would have liked to stay a bit longer to have more time to explore Cusco and surrounding areas as well as spend more time with the people I have met here.

Pros

Great TEFL room
Institute airport pickup, accomodations setup, medical guidance (they have a doctor that will come to your homestay 24/7 if you need)
Well designed course with amazing instructor

With my class during practical teaching week

I would even dare to say that the brochure and website information undersell what a truly amazing experience the TEFL course is, mainly due to the great teacher we had. Sean has the energy, knowledge, and patience to develop great future teachers.

Not only does the course content give you exactly what you need to prepare yourself to be in front of a class, but it also gives you the hands-on practice to stand there with confidence, think on your feet, and enjoy the experience.

I am already missing the classes and Cuzco. Thank you Maximo Nivel and thank you Sean!

What was your funniest moment?

A lot of universities could take a lesson or two from how everything is arranged at Maximo Nivel. I took the Spanish course in Guatemala five years ago, and I chose Maximo Nivel this time to have a different adventure because I knew that everything would be well arranged and that the highest quality would be guaranteed.

I would even dare to say that the brochure and website information undersell what a truly amazing experience the TEFL course is, mainly due to the great teacher we had. Sean has the energy, knowledge, and patience to develop great future teachers.

Not only does the course content give you exactly what you need to prepare yourself to be in front of a class, but it also gives you the hands-on practice to stand there with confidence, think on your feet, and enjoy the experience.

I am already missing the classes and Cuzco. Thank you Maximo Nivel and thank you Sean!

Pros

Well organized
Insightful
Hands-on practice

Cons

Only 6 hours of practical teaching

Questions & Answers

How much of a time commitment is the course? Is it 150 hours total or does this not include individual assignments/readings?

Hello! Our TEFL course is 150 hours total. This includes 100 hours in class, 6 hours observing other teachers, 6-8 hours practical teaching, 37 hours assigned reading, lesson planning, and Grammar Paper and Personal Development Paper. Please note that the course is intensive and tends to be the participants' main priority. Most students find that they dedicate the majority of their day to the...

By Maximo Nivel on January 29, 2018

Are the housing options listed here provided in the program?

Here's the link to the website page that breaks down housing by week and price! http://maximonivel.com/tefl-tesol/prices/

By Carly Freeman on July 18, 2016

What are the dates for this program?

You can find all of the program dates here: http://maximonivel.com/tefl-tesol/program-dates/

By Carly Freeman on June 29, 2016

How much does your program cost?

The cost is $1700 but if you volunteer with the Maximo Nivel program before or after the TEFL course you can receive a $700 discount. Classes are offered once a month and start around the third week of the month.

By Laura Powers on June 17, 2016

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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you decide to participate in the Maximo Nivel TEFL and teaching program in Peru?

Shruti: I decided to participate in the Maximo Nivel TEFL and teaching program in Peru for multiple reasons. In college, I majored in accounting and marketing. After college, I worked at a big four accounting firm for 3 years. In my free time, I would always volunteer in education at schools as a classroom assistant or tutor.

After much consideration and thought, I realized that I wanted to pursue a career in international educational development instead of accounting/business. I started reaching out to people I knew in the field and learned about TEFL/TESOL/CELTA. I had visited Peru last year for 8 days on vacation and fell in love with Cusco.

I had heard about Maximo Nivel on this trip a lot when I asked around about the education in Peru and in Cusco. Further, I got in touch with a friend of a friend who actually did the TEFL program at Maximo Nivel and worked there for 6 months.

He had only good things to say about the program, teaching at Maximo Nivel, and living there. As a result, I felt that doing the program at Maximo Nivel seemed to be the best fit for me.

Describe your day to day activities as a teacher and in the TEFL program.

In the TEFL program, we had class Tuesday-Thursday from 9am-4pm. On Mondays and Fridays, we had mini-lessons to practice teaching to actual ESL students.

The last week of the course was the practical teaching week, so our hours of class was shortened to approximately 4 hours and then we had our hour of practical teaching (to an actual ESL class) every day. To obtain your TEFL certification, we had to write two papers, 5 observations of teachers teaching different levels of classes, and 3 mini lessons.

I believe that our TEFL instructor prepared us well to teach ESL students! My day to day activities as a teacher differ slightly. My hours at Maximo Nivel as a teacher are from 7am-10am and 5pm-9pm. I love teaching here and the students are great!

What was the best moment of the entire trip?

I'm not sure I can just choose one best moment of my trip so far. I have loved everything about moving to Cusco! One of my favorite moments was getting my very first feedback forms from my first month of teaching. The feedback forms are given to all classes at the end of every month for students to rate their teachers.

My first feedback was really great because over 90% of my students gave me an "Excellent" review and the rest gave me "Good" and I had no "Needs Improvement."

Knowing that my students liked me and my teaching abilities was such an amazing feeling. Apart from teaching at Maximo, I have loved all the hikes, sightseeing, and traveling I have been able to do while I am here. I have gotten to see some pretty spectacular places!

Tell me about one person you met.

You meet a lot of interesting people here, whether in the program, the staff, or local people. I have made a lot of friends from my TEFL program and locally, as well.

One person that I have met is my current roommate. I met her in my TEFL program and she came from Arizona. However, similar to me, she has had a lot of experience living abroad and has lived in Australia and Uganda.

She completed her masters in international educational development in Australia and is now applying for the Peace Corps for the following year. It has been a lot of fun getting to know people that share similar goals in life!

How has this experience impacted your future?

This experience will definitely be an asset to my future plans. Since I am changing careers from business to education, this experience has been a great foot in the door to gain some experience in education.

It has also helped me get into the International Educational Development Masters Program at Penn GSE, which I am looking forward to doing next fall. I think this experience will definitely be an asset in the future when I apply for educational development jobs after grad school!

Anna Dorfman

2014 Alum

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About Maximo Nivel

Founded in 2003, Maximo Nivel is a leading organization in study abroad and educational travel. We are an internationally accredited organization with 4 locally based institutes in 3 of the most beautiful countries in the world—Costa Rica, Guatemala. and Peru. At Maximo Nivel, we strive to set ourselves apart and provide the best education and...