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English co-Teaching Fellows Program
Colombia Ministry of Education

Minga House Foundation is contracted by CUN to select candidates as English co-Teaching Fellows for the Colombia Bilingue grant.
ONLINE APPLICATION
NOTICE:  The current grant cycle is operational up to June 30th, 2018.  
New fellows are being contacted only to replace the few existing fellows that are not able to complete the current grant period.
The future grant cycle may start July 2018, but has not yet been awarded.
If you are interested in participating in the possible upcoming grant cycle, complete your application now.
Applicants with completed applications will be reviewed & invited to join the next grant cycle first once it is approved.
it would be WISE for you to have a completed & approved application already in place.
You will have no obligation to follow-through with a contact, until you attend orientation, which would be in July 2018.
Placements will not be awarded until orientation, but you may express your desired teaching destination(s) now, of course.


To participate in this amazing federally-funded Spanish immersion opportunity as English co-Teachers, candidates must fluent-English speakers (either native-English speakers or C1-C2 level proficiency) and possess a BA/BS degree.  There is neither a requirement to speak Spanish, nor to have any type of English teaching certification.  460 Fellows will be co-teaching full-time under a the guidance of Colombian mentor teachers for grades 9th-11th in 385 schools at 60 cities throughout Colombia. Fellows will receive a monthly stipend of 1.5M (approx. $500 USD) to help with living expenses. Extending the service period may be possible via extension on to the next grant cycle, but there is no guarantee.  In order to be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit their CV, Diploma, and Passport to Teachers@MingaHouse.org 

APPLICATION PROCESS
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STEP No. 1:  ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION
ONLINE APPLICATION
https://tinyurl.com/MingaTeachers
Enter your basic profile to being the application process.
Then, SEND a digital copy of your CV, BA/BS Diploma, and Passport to Teachers@MingaHouse.org
Then, establish CONTACT with Glen Galindo to confirm your interest with a brief interview  +57-323-505-5710 via WhatsApp
Then, a decision is made if you proceed in this process.  If "Yes," then continue with Phase II - 'Complete Your Profile' 
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  • An Invitation Letter from the Ministry of Education will be issued for accepted candidates in order to apply online for your 'Courtesy VISA.'  There is no cost for this process.  
  • Plan to participate a mandadory Orietnation (No exceptions).
  • You are responsible for your transportation costs 'to Bogota, Colombia' and responsible for your return transporation costs 'from Bogota, Colombia back to your point of origin.'  After June 30th, the program is not responsible for your legal status in Colombia.  The program will only pay for transportation from Bogota to your school work site upon completing orientation and back to Bogota before June 30th. ​
SUBMIT SCHOOL PLACEMENT PREFERENCES
https://tinyurl.com/yafhyffe
Enter your TOP 3 Preferences of where you would enjoy teaching most. 
Your preferences will help program managers make placement decisions, but ultimately we need you to be flexible and in a 'service mindset' ready to teach wherever you are needed most by the Ministerio de Educacion.
Note: There are 385 participating schools throughout Colombia who need committed English teachers!  Program Managers also grant seniority to fellows who have previously participated in the program, who have existing apartment leases or family-ties in communities, and who are requested back by their previous school principals.
VISA Application handbook
Download this VISA application manual prior to applying for your VISA online.  You will need an invitaton Letter from the Ministry of Education prior to applying for your VISA online.  REMEMBER: You need Passport Photographs to apply online!  See manual.

STEP No. 2:  BEFORE You are given a SCHOOL PLACEMENT, your Profile must be 100% Complete
 COMPLETE Your PROFILE:  Submit the following documents to Teachers@MingaHouse.org
  • a. Proof of General Health Check-up (within 3 months)
  • b. Proof of Background Criminal Check (within 3 months) ​
    • (U.S. Only) BeenVerified.com or BackgroundChecks.com or go to your local Police Department's online process
    • Other countries - use whatever is a reputable source typically accepted in your country
    • Current Colombia Cedula de Extranjeria residents may try to use Policia National  
  • c. Proof of International Travel Insurance (Coverage Dates: Orientation start thru June 30th)
    • SECUTIVE-COMPASS OPTION.  Same providers for participants in Hearts for Change and Volunteer Colombia (SENA).  
    • Group Discount for the CUN MEN Program Fellows via Minga House Foundation.  
    • Minga House Foundation is not being financially rewarded for this facilitation.  We are happy to help! :-)
    • Coverage Amounts  (Compare with Others - Let us know if you find a better deal ,so we may reccommend them too, ok  The insurance coverage must include Up to $50,000 for repatriation of remians.  Be careful which policy you purchase.
    • How to enroll: https://www.esecutive.com/ebs/minga
    • EUROPEAN OPTION:  CHAPKA Assurance   
  • d. Proof of C1-Level English Proficiency Certification (for non-native English speakers only)
    • IELTS Equivalency  is 6.5 or higher;   See Equivalency Table
    • d. Cedula de Extranjeria (if you have one already! If not, we'll help you get one when you reach Colombia
  • e. Cedula de Extranjeria (if you have one already! If not, we'll help you get one when you reach Colombia

​OPTION: If you do not plan to purchase round-trip tickets; you may consider this option often used by experienced travelers
Refundable Return Bus/Air Tickets - Download suggested Options - Colombian airport officials will require proof that you are exiting Colombia at end of legal stay within 90 days, before they let you enter Colombia.  Unless you have the letter of Voluntariado from the Ministerio of Education, you can not show leaving Colombia after 90 days. If you are entering as a Tourist, you must show that you are exiting within 90 days. Make sense?   You are responsible for your legal stay in Colombia.  Be sure to follow every legal responsibility you hold as a visitor, volunteer, and fellow.   If you do not have round-trip tickets to prove that you are going to leave upon completing your fellowship, you will have to show them proof that you are exiting the country somehow. Or you can simply purchase your departure ticket for June 30th. Your choice, your decision.

FACEBOOK SUPPORT GROUP
www.facebook.com/groups/MENprogram2018/

STEP No. 3:  ORIENTATION ENROLLMENT.  Enter all your information to ensure we are expecting you properly.
ORIENTATION ENROLLMENT & BOGOTA ARRIVAL FORM
​https://tinyurl.com/orientationcun
Complete this form to ensure you have reserved lodging, meals, T-shirt, and airport/bus terminal pickup.
ORIENTATION GUIDE
Download this document to obtain contacts for airport/bus terminal pickup, as well as learn other important details.
Next Orientation:   Date to be determined
Club Militar Campestre, Calle 138 # 55 - 38, Bogota  https://www.clubmilitar.gov.co/
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  • First Day of Both Orientations:  Come early! 8.00 a.m - Come enjoy registration, pool use, free meals, meet the staff! Check-in early and get help finishing up with your paperwork!
  • Orientation is required by the Ministry of Education before you may enter the classroom in Colombia. 
  • Orientation dates are 'not covered' within the stipend period. Why?  Food & Lodging are already provided during this period.
  • Airport & Bus Terminal pick-up will only be provided only during first day of orientation.
  • The program will only pay for transportation from Bogota to your assigned teaching site and back to Bogota.  You are responsible for your transportation costs 'to Bogota,' and costs for your return transportation costs to your country origin.  After June 30th, the program is not responsible for your legal status in Colombia.  
​ORIENTATION WEBINAR.....60 minutes long!  Many of your questions answered!.....

WONDERING WHAT TO PACK? 
Here is a little hint to help you plan... 



SHARE A GOOD THING!  We still need more many more Fellows! 
colombia_fellowships.pdf
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  • MINGA
  • Teach USA
  • Teach Colombia
  • Volunteer Colombia
    • ALIANZA COMUNITARIA CHINCHINÁ
    • Emergency Medicine
    • Children
    • Youth
    • Seniors >
      • Senderos de Omaira Foundation
    • Animal Rescue
    • English Teacher >
      • Chinchina Bilingue >
        • English Immersion Week
        • English Conversation Group
    • Sports and Fitness
    • Community Health
    • Construction
  • Learn Colombia
  • Our Team
    • Testimonials
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  • Centro Educativo Menfis