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Summer Volunteer Teacher in Ecuador
Location: Ecuador: Guaranda, Machala and 2 other cities
Length of Position: 2 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: mid June-mid August
Call Us
Phone: 617-495-5527
Fax: 617-495-1599
Description
The Ecuador Summer Program affords volunteers a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth, while allowing an up-close look at development work. Ecuador Summer volunteers teach English in a wide variety of settings including community centers, schools, and institutions that have invited WorldTeach volunteers. Volunteers are primarily placed in rural communities that would not otherwise be able to have a native speaker teach English, but placements in larger, more urban communities are usually available as well. Students range in age from elementary to high school to adults, and program sites are usually available in all three of Ecuador's geographical areas: mountains, coasts and jungles.
Highlights
Summer program volunteers contribute to Ecuador by teaching English, getting involved in other community projects and by furthering their own knowledge of foreign lands for future endeavors abroad. The program emphasizes experiential-learning and is an ideal first step to those interested in international development work and/or education.
Qualifications
* Must be 18 years-old
* Fluent in English
* Comfortable working in cross-cultural environments
* Independent worker
* Good people skills and organizational skills
* Flexibility and creativity in problem solving
* Interest in international education and development
* Willingness to live with a family
Languages
- English
Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching
- English
Cost in US$:
USD3,990
Cost Include Description:
The reality is that the countries that most need educators cannot afford to cover all of the costs associated with training, travel, insurance, and other expenses related to placing a teacher overseas. Because WorldTeach receives no income from government grants or an endowment, we ask each volunteer to contribute or fundraise the cost of their placement and training in these countries, while the host community provides housing and a small stipend to support you during your service.
By requesting that volunteers help fund their service overseas, WorldTeach is able to provide volunteer educators to countries that would not otherwise be able to afford qualified teachers. All WorldTeach volunteers are provided with a fundraising guide and access to alumni with fundraising experience to help them raise money to meet these costs. Over 70% of WorldTeach volunteers end up fundraising at least some portion of their program cost.
Program cost includes: pre-departure information and preparation, round-trip international airfare, one week in-country orientation, health insurance, transportation to your site, meals and housing during orientation and teaching service, and 24-hour field support.
Note: WorldTeach summer programs may qualify for international internship and travel funds awarded by colleges and universities. Students are encouraged to check with their schools for eligibility.
Credit Available
no
Salary/Pay
Room and boardVolunteer Types
- adult education
- education
- English teaching
- primary education
- secondary education
- teaching
Age Range
Minimum 18Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel to Ecuador
in Groups
Application Process Involves
- Letters of Reference
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Resume
- Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time is
1-2 weeksPost Services Include
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
WorldTeach's Mission Statement
WorldTeach is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that provides opportunities for individuals to make a meaningful contribution to international education by living and working as volunteer teachers in developing countries.
Year Founded
1986
