City guide
The capital and center of institute and corporate work.
San Jose and the surrounding central valley hold most of Costa Rica's steady ESL jobs, especially corporate English for multinationals. It is the practical base for a teacher who wants reliable work rather than beach life.
Teachers who want consistent, better-paid work over a beach lifestyle.
Costa Rica at a glance
Salary: Private institutes: 700 to 1,200 USD per month. Corporate and international-school roles: up to 2,000 USD with credentials. Cost of living is higher than most of Latin America, so saving is limited.
Visa: Many teachers work on a tourist entry and renew it with border runs, especially at institutes that hire informally. Formal work permits exist but are employer-sponsored and slower. A degree is not always required, but a TEFL certificate is expected.
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