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Plan your teaching adventure

A practical guide to relocating, settling into Jarabacoa, and getting ready to teach at JCS. Open a topic to explore the details.

Arriving and settling inTravel, arrival, and your first days in town.

Getting to Jarabacoa

Santiago (STI) is the closest major airport. Approximate drives are about one hour from Santiago, 2–3 hours from Santo Domingo, and 4–5 hours from Punta Cana. Routes and traffic affect travel time.

Your first week

JCS welcomes incoming teachers with airport pickup, a welcome basket, help setting up internet, a town orientation, a welcome meal, and a tour of the school.

Housing and home essentialsJCS-arranged housing, home essentials, and settling in.

Housing options

JCS provides rent-free shared-apartment or host-family housing. The school also helps teachers arrange another suitable option if they prefer to live independently or are moving with family.

Home essentials

JCS-arranged housing includes a private bedroom, shared kitchen and living room, laundry, water storage and heating, a generator, and Wi-Fi. Teachers arrange drinking water, cooking gas, decorations, and personal appliances.

Everyday life in JarabacoaGetting around, local services, community, and budgeting.

Getting around

Local transportation includes taxis, shared buses called guaguas, and scheduled coaches for longer trips. JCS gives incoming teachers a town orientation to help them get familiar with local services and routes.

Food and money

Jarabacoa has supermarkets with local and imported products, as well as banks and ATMs. Dominican pesos in cash can be useful for small purchases and local businesses.

Culture and community

Approach local customs with respect and flexibility. The JCS team can help newcomers learn about the community and find their footing.

Utilities and home preparation

JCS-arranged housing includes water storage, a water heater, and backup power. The school helps teachers get oriented to utilities and household essentials when they arrive.

Local orientation

JCS provides new teachers with a local orientation, emergency contacts, information about nearby services, and practical guidance for getting around town.

Planning your budget

JCS shares salary and benefit details with each candidate as part of the job offer. Personal budgets can account for groceries, transport, household expenses, and any optional housing arrangements.

Teaching, schedule, and resourcesSchool-year expectations, daily rhythm, and classroom tools.

School-year commitment

Teaching roles typically follow the August–June school year. Some vacancies may consider a semester or mid-year start. Your offer and contract confirm the dates for your role.

Daily schedule

The school day includes arrival, class time, breaks, dismissal, and teacher planning. Your vacancy and contract outline the hours and schedule for your position.

Classroom resources

JCS provides projectors, whiteboards, classroom furniture, Google education tools, and basic teaching materials. Teachers bring a personal laptop and receive the school’s dress guidelines during onboarding.

Qualifications and developmentRole requirements and opportunities to keep growing.

What roles look for

Teaching roles value relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree; some positions may give preference to TEFL certification. Review each current vacancy for its requirements.

Professional growth

JCS provides professional-development opportunities and faculty learning, and supports student teachers completing required practicum hours.