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What to Do with Your Free Time in the Canary Islands

Discovering Spain, English2021-04-290Comments

As part of Meddeas Language Assistant Programs, I ended up teaching English in the Canary Islands, an archipelago that is part of Spain. When I finish my school hours, there is plenty of time to discover this marvelous place. In this post you will find what I do with my free time in the Canary Islands! Before…

6 Things to Know about Living with a Host Family

Discovering Spain, English2021-04-010Comments

I just graduated from college. So, for the past four years, I’ve been accustomed to living independently. I’ve had quite a variety of living situations, from having just one roommate to six others. But I’ve never been living with a host family until I got to Spain. Why I Chose to Live with a Host…

Global Mobility Programs Through The Pandemic

English, Other Topics2021-03-300Comments

A Bet on Language Acquisition Through International Education and Global Mobility 10 years have passed since Meddeas first started betting on international education and global mobility. The mission is to improve the language and life skills of both students and teachers. The result of those 10 years reflects today in the success of our exchange…

How to Make Your Piso Feel Like Home

Initial Shock, English2021-03-180Comments

Coming to Spain as a Meddeas Language Assistant, I had a long wish list of things I wanted in my Spanish apartment or piso. I wanted a charming place with balconies and updated appliances and amenities. What I quickly discovered was my wishes were not all going to come true (at least not on my budget!). Still, it is possible to…

9 Things I Didn’t Expect about Teaching English in Spain

At School, English2021-03-040Comments

Once I arrived in Spain and start teaching English in school, there have been many things that I’ve found quite surprising. Here are 9 things I didn’t expect about teaching English in Spain.

The Best Decision I Have Ever Made

English, Why Meddeas2021-02-180Comments

There have been multiple moments in my life where I have stated, “WOW, this is the best decision I have ever made.” Moving to Spain to teach English with Meddeas is one of those moments. My Origins: A Small Town in the United States To prelude this “best decision” were my high school days. Growing…

Christmas at Home Vs. Christmas in Spain

Discovering Spain, English2021-02-040Comments

Christmas is a time full of happiness, love and being with others. This is true wherever you are in the world. This year, I was fortunate enough to experience Christmas in Spain first-hand with my host family. Celebrating Christmas with people from another culture is even more exciting, as it gives us the opportunity to…

Eating Gluten Free in Spain!

Discovering Spain, English2021-01-210Comments

I have celiac disease, so I have to eat gluten free. When I moved to Spain to teach English as a Language Assistant, I was worried about how I was going to handle my eating habits. In this post I'm going to tell you my story about eating gluten free in Spain. Having Celiac Disease…

My Story of Teaching in Spain in 2020

English, Initial Shock2021-01-070Comments

Teaching in Spain in 2020 has taught me a lesson on perseverance. Teaching in Spain amidst covid-19 has been challenging but rewarding!

Spanish Schools for Beginners: What to Expect

At School, English2020-12-030Comments

I’m an English Language Assistant in Spain with Meddeas. I applied to collaborate with Spanish teachers in a Spanish school. In this post, you will find out what to expect from Spanish schools, how they are and how is it to be inside one! My Current School: a 19th Century Building Currently, I'm in a…