Now Hiring Travelers: Spanish Government Wants Your Language Skills

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With the recession cramping even the most dedicated budget traveler’s style, it’s time to explore some different options for satisfying your travel jones.

The Spanish government just might be able to help.

Earlier today, the Spanish government announced that it is actively soliciting applications from volunteers willing to exchange their English language teaching skills for housing, a monthly stipend, insurance, and weekend excursions in the Castile-Leon region of north-central Spain.

Volunteers accepted for the program will be expected to work as teaching assistants with groups of three to eight year olds in local schools. The opportunity is expected to last three months.

Vacancies are hoped to be filled by early April, so if the opportunity appeals to you, apply quickly. For full details, read the announcement and review the application process here.


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Julie Schwietert is the managing editor of Matador Network. She contributed a chapter to the recently published book, The Voluntary Traveler, and is currently working on five features for Fodor's Puerto Rico, 6th Edition.

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