Teaching English in Spain is an experience I will never
forget. It was an opportunity to experience a completely different culture and
society. I could not have been placed in a better location or school. Malaga is
a beautiful city next to the Mediterranean Sea. The climate is lovely! I feel
like we skipped what I consider Winter all together.
I was welcomed by all to Salvador Allende. I got a chance to
be with each class year 1 through 6 in their Social Science class once per
week. I learned so many teaching styles and grew to enjoy every level for
different reasons. Being an American and helping with British English made me
feel like I was assisting in teaching a foreign language at times but I am now
aware that although several countries speak English, we all speak it quite
differently in terms of pronunciation and word choice. My favorite thing about
school was seeing all the group projects and the beautiful artwork that the
students created daily.
It took about exactly half was through the program (4 months)
for me to feel like I had my schedule down, knew the students, and was making
progress. I definitely did a lot of growing during the year.
I am very grateful for all the fun activities that I was
allowed to take part in with the students. I went on several field trips and
even got to teach Zumba to the 3rd year students for the day. I also got to
help with the huge St. Patrick's day field day and take part in the schools
Christmas party lunch.
Spain has a very special place in my heart and I would
recommend this program very highly.
If you have questions about doing the program please feel free
to contact me. arianamanrique@gmail.com
