A lot of those anticipating teaching English in Argentina move here with only a solid working knowledge of the language and a hope and a prayer. Others may feel more confident — and find it easier to secure a job — with a bit of training. Teacher certification programs can help job seekers stand out […]
Work
Teaching English in Argentina: Logistics of the Job
Teaching English is the most common job among English-speaking expats in Argentina but the experience can vary widely from ‘easy money’ to ‘logistical nightmare.’ There are a number of things to consider before taking an English teaching job with a school. It’s also important to plan for the sometimes involved logistics of the job in order […]
Teaching in Argentina: 5 Things to Consider Before Taking a Job
Landing a job as an English teacher in Argentina can vary from quick and easy to almost impossible. Young, attractive females with a clear American or British accent will likely be inundated with job offers. Those who don’t fit into this bracket may not find it quite so simple, although experience, a teaching certification and […]
En Negro or Blanco? The Legalities of Working in Argentina
After a successful interview in Argentina, some investigation is required before taking a new job offer. As a foreigner, it’s important to nail down the details related to visa status, work responsibilities and pay so that an employer does not take advantage of you. Legal: ‘En Negro,’ ‘En Blanco,’ or ‘En Gris’ Most […]
Study
How to Speak Spanish Like an Argentine
It takes about two minutes after arriving in Argentina to notice that Argentine Spanish is distinct from Iberian Spanish and U.S. food truck Spanish. At first, it sounds like bastardized Italian and it differs considerably from the Spanish spoken in other countries of Latin America, mostly because of the accent, the use of ‘voseo’ and […]
Where to Learn Argentine Spanish Online & Beyond
Anyone looking to travel or move to Argentina will have to reckon with its unique version of Spanish, which, with its own vocabulary, slang, and Italian-flavored intonation, differs from what most people learned in high school. There are plenty of resources that can help Spanish language learners get a handle on the basics of the […]
Six Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Semester Abroad
The study abroad dream is to pop into a new culture, make local friends and travel the country before gliding back home brimming with new experiences and a fresh lease on life. Ideally, the culture shock phase should be skipped, allowing maximum time for the jumping in and having fun part. Like most dreams, this can […]
Life
EcoBici: Buenos Aires’ Free Bike Lending Program
The city of Buenos Aires public bike program, EcoBici (formerly Mejor en Bici, or Better by Bike) provides an ecological, healthy and fast alternative to traditional public transportation. Bright Yellow Bikes Since late 2010 the yellow bike depots have sprouted up around Buenos Aires as part of the municipal initiative put into effect by then-mayor and […]
Buenos Aires No-Call Registry Makes Dinnertime More Peaceful
How many Volkswagens have you won since you’ve lived in Buenos Aires? If you’ve been in Buenos Aires for any length of time and have a home phone, you probably have received automated messages saying you’ve won quite a few. Unsolicited telemarketing calls come from car dealerships, banks, political parties conducting surveys, and even […]
Being Bilingual an Edge at any Age
Just a few decades ago common thought was that being bilingual was a detriment to the intellectual development of kids. Immigrants, fearing that their children would fall behind in school, would often encourage them to learn their host country’s language and not the family’s mother tongue. While in rare cases those who grow up speaking […]
