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Volunteer with Special Needs Children
Location: Ecuador: Ibarra, Manta, Mindo and 5 other cities
Program Duration: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad)
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 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 will work at the various centers throughout the country to support the day to day activities including child care, education, art projects, therapy, mealtimes, sports and vocational training. Many children and young adults with developmental disabilities are not integrated into the regular school system, nor do they or their families have many resources to call upon. The centers we work with provide a vital service to the surrounding communities by supporting these kids and providing them with the skills they need to live happy, healthy lives.
Highlights
Projects are available throughout Ecuador - in the Amazon basin, the coastal plains, the highlands and the major cities. This is an opportunity to touch the lives of those most in need while also seeing the sights of this diverse and colorful South American country. Spanish classes available as well!
Qualifications
Volunteers of all ages and skill levels are needed to volunteer at centers for children with disabilities throughout Ecuador. All projects take place in 100% Spanish speak environments, so some knowledge of the language is required. Open-mindedness, flexibility and resourcefulness are also useful! Any experience or interest in physical or language therapy is valuable.
Languages
- Spanish
Cost in US$:
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- Adult Education
- Childcare/children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Community Health
- Disability Issues
- Education
- Handicapped
- Health
- Nutrition
- Primary Education
- Social Services, Social Work
- Youth
Typical Volunteer
There is no typical ELI volunteer. We welcome college students, recent grads, gap year travelers, adults, families and retirees. We believe that learning is a life-long adventure!Age Range
18+This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel to Ecuador
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Resume
- Transcript
- 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
