Through the North American Language and Culture Assistants Program. I hope this helps anyone that plans to apply to this program.
I found this amazing opportunity during my senior year in college and started the process in October, knowing that when the application window opened in November the teaching spots went at a first-come first-serve basis. Unfortunately I slacked during Winter Break and didn't finalize my application until March. This is a major NO-NO! I did end up with a position, but I know that was lucky.
Although the Program Manual is very helpful, it doesn't explain to you that you need to get the Apostille Stamp of the Hague on your FBI background check and doctor's note! The stamp allows the documents to be recognized in Spain when dealing with you visa and/or other government processes. These aren't that difficult to get, but when you find out you need it in June or July it is stressful!
So:
1) Make sure you FBI background check isn't more than 90 day old or you'll have to go through the process all over again.
2) Make sure you have a notary witness and notarize your doctor signing you letter of health.
3) Get the Apostille Stamp on both documents.
4) Apply for your visa as soon as you can!
Because I didn't get a teaching position until July 21 (because I was so far back in line from applying late) and didn't get my carta de nombramiento until August 11, everything is more stressful and time sensitive. However, even if you're in the same situation getting ahead of the game with having both documents already with the Apostille stamp, things should go more smoothly.
