SPI Study Abroad – Study Programs International – Language Immersion & Cultural Programs in Spain, Mexico, Italy, Costa Rica, France, and China

"The person who made the biggest difference in my life was my Westwood High School Spanish teacher, Gloria Munguia. She made that difference by giving me some simple but important advice: Think of your high school travel as an investment in your future - forget the tours - study abroad."

“That advice completely changed my life. While I was in high school I was fortunate enough to study Spanish abroad in Spain over the course of two summers. Not only did I excel in my AP Spanish classes but I also was able to enter college with 25 hours of credit with a 4.0 GPA. I gained such an appreciation for Spanish culture and language during high school that I continued to study in college. Last year I studied language and business in Mexico, Spain and Argentina. Now with a network of friends, teachers and near family across the world I am an advocate for studying abroad... especially during high school because I saved money and was able to graduate early.”

-Jeremy Goodwin, SPI Executive Program Director


	Director Information Packet Custom Program Planning Worksheet

SPI is looking for motivated and well traveled educators who share in our mission to serve as on-site program directors.
With personal attention from start to finish, SPI prides itself in our director training, preparation, and 24 hour assistance throughout each program. We encourage you to view our Programs Page to learn more about our mission and our programs. Click Here

On-Site Program Director
Program Directors serve as the leader of each program and are expected to recruit 8 students to form the base of each program. Directors work as a team with assistants and foreign schools to carry out the entire program itinerary and syllabus. Directors will work throughout the school year with SPI team and assistant directors to help prepare for the summer.
Compensation: Free Travel (with 8 recruited students), +$75 salary per student traveling in program
Included Travel: Roundtrip Airfare, Hotel Accommodations, Room/Board with a Homestay Family, Group Ground Transportation, Entrance Fees on Group Excursions, Basic Medical Insurance, Cell Phone Rental ($50 in credit) Not Included: Personal expenses, Local Transportation (buses, taxis), Optional Afternoon Activities, Meals on excursions.

Assistant Program Director
Asst. Program Directors serve as model immersion students and help program directors with program logistics, 24 hour student support, and weekend excursions and activities. Teachers must recruit 8 students in order to travel free as an assistant director.
Compensation: Free Travel (with 8 recruited students), +$50 bonus per student directly recruited (over 8 students)
Included Travel: Roundtrip Airfare, Hotel Accommodations, Room/Board with a Homestay Family, Group Ground Transportation, Entrance Fees on Group Excursions, Basic Medical Insurance, Cell Phone Rental ($50 in credit) Not Included: Personal expenses, Local Transportation (buses, taxis), Optional Afternoon Activities, Meals on excursions.

Teacher Rewards Program
In order to thank educators who support SPI programs and encourage their students to participate, SPI offers our teacher rewards program.
Earn Cash Referrals: $50 per student
Earn Free Travel: Recruit 8 students = Free participation in our annual Teacher Immersion Program.

*Students must list your name in the WHO REFERRED YOU section of our application. Please contact SPI to register for our Teacher Rewards Program

For more information please contact Program Director, Becca Smith 866-502-7505 x0

SPI specializes in custom programs to meet the needs of any school, university or teacher.
With a minimum of 10 participants SPI will create the best program for your school from start to finish. Custom programs give you the flexibility to adjust our already established programs and tailor them exclusively for the needs of your students and curriculum. The SPI team provides personal attention each step of the way to determine the best itinerary, excursions, academics, and support needed to ensure an excellent experience.

Please download and complete the form below to start planning your custom program
Plan Your Custom Program

Betsy Arnold
Cy Falls HS, Academic Program Director, Houston, TX

“I believe in study abroad and SPI programs. SPI’s attention to detail and fantastic organization makes traveling with your students easy. With such good organization you get to spend more time enjoying the places you visit while teaching your students and less time worrying about travel logistics.”

Rose Potter
World Language Consultant & Master AP Teacher, Austin, TX

“Study abroad truly changes lives. In my 30+ years as an educator, I have seen my students and my colleagues grow from immersion programs in inmeasureable ways. Encouraging studying abroad, and not the tours, is the best advice you can give your students as an educator.”

MilyBett Llanos-Gremillion
2006 Spain Director, Westwood HS, Austin, TX

“You as a teacher will grow so much from this experience. SPI created a well-organized and thought out itinerary that just made sense to what the students needed. We actually had enough time to appreciate the culture and really immerse, rather than running from city to city.”

Becca Smith
Program Director & 2005 Spain Director, Austin, TX

“It’s an amazing experience to watch your students mature in both confidence and language ability from foreign travel. I learn and grow as much, if not more, than my students do each summer. Eliminating the formalities of a traditional classroom setting really allows you to connect with the students on a totally different and more personal level.”

In-Class Cultural Presentations with Native Speakers
Let your language classroom truly come to life by inviting one of SPI's cultural presenters to your classroom. Presentations are completely free and visits can be arranged for a variety of lengths. Spanish, French, and Italian languages available. To schedule a visit please complete the teacher inquiry form below.

Learn More about SPI Cultural Presentations!

Cool Links for Teachers

Word Magic English Spanish Translation Software and Dictionaries
Foreign Language Teacher Retreats & Workshops!
Dolo Publications
Spanish for Kids
Spanish Meducation
Think Spanish Magazine
House of Tutors - ESL, Test Prep, and General Tutoring
Francais Interactif - UT Austin

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