Colegio Americano de Torreon

WEEN · Post by **WEEN** » Mon Apr 04, 2011 1:25 pm

Has anyone ever worked here or know anything about this school? Low pay like most places in Mexico, but it seems like a great opportunity to learn Spanish.

goinplaces · Post by **goinplaces** » Mon Apr 04, 2011 2:51 pm

For what it's worth, I know of a teacher who turned down a position there twice (UNI 2009 and UNI 2011). We interviewed with them at UNI 2009 but didn't get an offer. We feel like we dodged the bullet because of all the negative reviews we've found since. Also, a close friend travels regularly on business to Torreon, and unless there has been drastic changes recently, safety is a concern. I agree with PsyGuy--if learning Spanish is what you care about, it may be best to look else were. There are other Latin American countries that have a difficult time attracting teachers because of the low wages.

sidinz · Post by **sidinz** » Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:58 am

A friend of mine worked there. She broke contract after the first year and moved to Mexico City as she hated living in Torreon.
She stayed in Mexico City for several years.