In England, Nazareth students live with host families and commute by bus to nearby schools. Fall weather is typically rainy, gloomy and can be quite cold. The most successful students are those who are both self-reliant and self-confident and demonstrate above average levels of personal responsibility, independence, initiative and open-mindedness. The ability to be an appreciative, courteous and helpful guest is essential. Student teachers whose main goal is to analyze and learn from differences rather than making judgmental comparisons too quickly are those who maximize their opportunity to widen their world view and concepts of education.

In Tanzania, Nazareth students live on site in guest accommodations with limited access to basic amenities in the villages of Kwamdolwa or Mazinde Juu. They may teach in an elementary school or a secondary school accessed safely by walking about 30 minutes; an above average level of physical fitness is necessary. Teaching children eager to learn will require students to apply their skills mainly through the use of resourcefulness, enthusiasm, energy and optimism. Students who have had travel experience away from home and beyond "vacationing" will be the stronger candidates. Self-reliance, self-confidence and evidence where personal responsibility, independence, initiative and open-mindedness are demonstrated qualities will help advance the applicant. The ability to be an active, contributing and equal member of a group is essential.

The partner school Beijing 21st Century International school is the new site for Nazareth students to student teach in China. Nazareth students complete one of their two required placements in the fall and spring semester. In Beijing, Nazareth students live in the apartments/dorms on campus. No transportation is needed to get to their classrooms. Fall weather is almost identical to weather in Rochester only with fewer rains. The most successful students are those who are both self-reliant and self-confident and demonstrate above average levels of personal responsibility, independence, initiative and open-mindedness. Students teach English to elementary or high school students who aim to pursue their college degrees in the US or other English speaking countries. Beijing is the capital city of China and it is universally acknowledged for its rich history and cultural development. Beijing is a remarkable city offering an abundance of ancient and modern architecture, temples, gardens and museums. World-famous forbidden city, the Great Wall, the Summer Palace, etc. are all attractions located in Beijing. Convenient and affordable public transportation will allow you to be as mobile as you are at home.

Located on Lake Balaton, one of the most scenic areas in all of Europe, this bilingual (Hungarian-English), prestigious high school is open to both graduate students and undergraduate students who are interested in teaching English, math, history, biology, or British and American culture. All teaching will be done in the English language at this school, located just 25 minutes south of Veszprém, Hungary, the City of Queens, a beautiful castle-town founded on seven hills and located an hour by train from Budapest, the capital of Hungary. Nazareth College has a longstanding relationship with the University of Pannonia in Veszprém, including a study abroad option for students in our M.A. in American Studies program. Faculty from the University of Pannonia will provide you with an orientation to the town and supervise your student teaching.