A NEW WAY OF LEARNING AND TEACHING ENGLISH
6 million young Brazilians want to speak English.
Source: IBGE
Only 5% of Brazilians speak English..
Source: British Council
Since 2012, we’re on a mission to
DEMOCRATIZE ENGLISH LEARNING
Brazil is ranked 41st in the English proficiency ranking.
Source: Education First
HIGH QUALITY LOW COST
How do we do it?
INNOVATIVE AND EXCLUSIVE METHODOLOGY
Blended Learning
Face to face classes focused on conversation. Grammar and vocabulary exercises on 4YOU2 Study app.
Flipped Classroom
Aulas presenciais focadas em conversação e prática de gramática e vocabulário com os exercícios do aplicativo, que se adapta ao seu ritmo e temas preferenciais!
Blended Learning
Flipped Classroom
Face to face classes focused on conversation. Grammar and vocabulary exercises on 4YOU2 Study app.
Our learning material is digital and regularly updated!
Teachers have their own app to prepare and teach classes
4YOU2
Teach
HUNDREDS OF TEACHERS
FROM 50+ COUNTRIES
Have already taught at 4YOU2 since 2012
More than English classes, we offer a cultural interchange experience.
WHAT WE'VE ACHIEVED
Several awards and much more.
10000+ STUDENTS
Have learned with 4YOU2
And the satisfaction with the classes and school experience is great!
Teachers score 4.6 on a scale of 1 to 5.
Source: Student survey (December 2017)
The overall 4YOU2 experience is rated with a score of 4.4 out of 5.
Source: Student survey (December 2017)
13 LOCATIONS IN 3 BRAZILIAN STATES
And our expansion is just beginning
IN COMPANY CLASSES FOR MORE THAN 1.000 STUDENTS
Classes in several companies.
Meet some of our partners.
Classes in several companies.
Meet some of our partners.
AWARDS WORLDWIDE
We have already won several awards in countries such as the United States, Finland, Costa Rica and, of course, Brazil too.
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We have already won several awards in countries such as the United States, Finland, Costa Rica and, of course, Brazil too.
We are a Certified B Corporation® since 2014, with a score of 124.3,a recognition of our commitment to transparency, accountability and social welfare.
What you get by joining us?
Free of Charge
Participation is free of any kind of fee and participants receive a monthly stipend to cover basic expenses in Brazil.
Preparation
Participants will receive a week of training about teaching skills and techniques.
Host Program
4YOU2 helps you to find a house to stay during the experience.
Experience
Transformative experience in international environment.
Certification
Certificate of participation and training provided at the end of the program.
Free of Charge
Participation is free of any kind of fee and participants receive a monthly stipend to cover basic expenses in Brazil.
Preparation
Participants will receive a week of training about teaching skills and techniques.
Host Program
4YOU2 helps you to find a house to stay during the experience.
Experience
Transformative experience in international environment.
Certification
Certificate of participation and training provided at the end of the program.
Requirements
Profile
Alignment with our mission and interest in improving the quality of English education in underprivileged areas in Brazil.
Origin
Be a foreigner (not Brazilian)
Fluency
Fluent in English (Speaking, Writing, Listening, Reading)
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Availability
Able to stay in Brazil from 6 to 12 months (arrival any time during the year)
Profile
Alignment with our mission and interest in improving the quality of English education in underprivileged areas in Brazil.
Origin
Be a foreigner (not Brazilian)
Fluency
Fluent in English (Speaking, Writing, Listening, Reading)
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Availability
Able to stay in Brazil for six months
So, are you ready to change education in Brazil?
JOIN US!
4YOU2 Teach is a fellow program for foreign English speakers to share their English knowledge and cultural backgroung with students in underprivileged areas in Brazil.
Any doubts?
F.A.Q.
F.A.Q.
Do I need to be a native English speaker to apply? Or do I need to be a certified English teacher?
No! But you must be interested in TEACHING people. Since our main goal is to provide English classes and also cultural exchange between students and teachers, we accept applications of teachers from all backgrounds, nationalities and degrees in our program. We believe that what makes a good 4YOU2 teacher is the passion for impact and the drive to change people’s lives through education.
Who are the students?
We work with students of all ages from underprivileged areas of Brazil. We have students starting at 7 years of age, teens, and adults.
Is it a volunteer program?
No, it is an internship in the social sector. You also receive a monthly stipend to cover your basic expenses in Brazil.
Where will I live?
4YOU2 offers the option of living with a Brazilian Host Family near the Branch where you will be working.
What are the costs involved for TEACH participants?
You are responsible for covering the costs of documentation (visa fees and translations) and flight tickets if needed. Other than that, we'll discount a small part of your salary to cover the costs of housing which include: a private room, utilities and internet. Transportation to and from the schools is covered by 4YOU2.
How does the selection process work?
Our selection process occurs on a rolling basis with 5 rounds including Initial Application Review, Interviews and Teaching Skills evaluation. In case you have a strong fit with what we are looking for and you have the skills to do a great work along with our team, our staff will contact you to inform about your approval and give you the next steps details.
I am a Permanent Resident foreigner in Brazil. Can I participate in TEACH?
We accept foreign resident candidates on a case-by-case basis.
What if I have a question that is not answered here?
Send a message to teach@4y2.org with the subject line “Information - FULL NAME”
