Colombia English Teaching Assistant Award

The Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Program (ETA) in Colombia, in partnership with the Ministry of National Education and ICETEX, offers up to 25 awards for the 2026-2027 academic year. The program aims to strengthen English teaching in Colombia's post-secondary and tertiary educational institutions through native English speakers. ETAs work up to 30 hours per week (20 hours teaching and 10 hours planning) supporting English instruction, designing projects to improve communicative skills, promoting multiculturalism, and preparing students for international English exams. Grantees are assigned to specific academic institutions based on their profile and institutional needs throughout Colombia. ETAs are also required to engage in community or social volunteer projects (10-15 hours per week) related to their personal, professional, or educational interests. The program runs for 10 months from August 2026 to May 2027, and select grantees may extend for a second year through the Senior ETA Program. This formal teaching experience provides participants with opportunities to immerse themselves in Colombian culture, foster mutual understanding, promote cultural diplomacy, and impact communities while contributing to Colombia's educational progress.