Brazil is a current hotspot for teaching English due to the Olympic Games in 2016. Brazil is also host of the 2014 World Cup. The tourist industry is booming creating a good demand for English teachers. Brazil is home to Carnival, tropical rain forests, miles of endless beaches, and has an infectious obsession with football. With over 15 cities you will have no problem finding a job. Peak hiring times are March and August and always keep a lookout for good tutoring opportunities, as many locals are eager learn English.
Brazil is the fifth largest country both in landmass and population with over 200 million citizens. It is bordered by Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, Columbia, Bolivia Peru, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay. It occupies an impressive 47% of the continent of South America. Brazil gained independence in 1822, and is now one of the largest and fastest-growing economies in the world. It has a large amount of protected habitats, and is considered a ‘megadiverse’ country with a large variety of wildlife, natural environments, and extensive natural resources. It has been the world’s top producer of coffee for 150 years.