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Teach in Rural Guatemala
Location: Guatemala: Rural Areas
Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year
1557 Ogden St. Suite 5 Denver, CO 80218 United States
Call Us
Phone: (303) 321-8278
Fax: 303-847-5445
Description
Volunteers are welcome in Santiago's elementary school. Students are mainly Mayan and have Spanish as their second language. English is not taught in the school, it can certainly be integrated as a supplemental activity. Volunteers should speak Spanish on an intermediate level.
Highlights
Situated on Lake Atitlan, one of the most beautiful locations in Central America, with a rich indigenous Mayan culture. This is a truly unique opportunity.
Qualifications
Must be able to communicate in Spanish.
Languages
- Spanish
Cost in US$:
Varies by duration. Contact us for details.
Cost Include Description:
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- education
- teaching
- youth
- youth development
Typical Volunteer
There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive.Age Range
18 and upThis Program is open to
Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel to Guatemala
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Resume
- Written Application
ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement
ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.
Year Founded
2001
