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Assistant Teacher at Montessori School

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6 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 20 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Get interesting cultural insights into rural life in Chile
  • Gain Spanish fluency by living and working with the locals
  • Boost your CV with international volunteer experience

Highlights

  • Get interesting cultural insights into rural life in Chile
  • Gain Spanish fluency by living and working with the locals
  • Boost your CV with international volunteer experience
  • Broaden your horizon while immersing yourself into a new culture
  • Grow as a person by adapting to new situations, culture and language
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 20+
    Singles
    Couples
    50+

    About the program

    Work as an assistant teacher in a small Montessori school in the Chilean countryside, close to the Pacific and close to Santiago de Chile. Become a part of the community.

    This volunteer project takes place in a small rural Montessori school. The school is idyllically located in the countryside of Chile, in the town of Curacaví. This is about halfway from Santiago towards the Pacific coast. The Montessori school does not use predetermined classrooms but children ...

    About the program

    This volunteer project takes place in a small rural Montessori school. The school is idyllically located in the countryside of Chile, in the town of Curacaví. This is about halfway from Santiago towards the Pacific coast. The Montessori school does not use predetermined classrooms but children learn in rooms and areas - indoors and outdoors - that serve as study areas divided according to topics. The school building is surrounded by a natural setting and gardens. It is a great environment where children can learn, discover, explore, play, grow and develop together.

    About 35 boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 12 attend the school. The school staff consists of 11 motivated teachers and assistants.

    The school year in Chile runs from the beginning of March to mid-December, followed by the long summer holidays, which last 2.5 months.

    Typical day

    The intercultural exchange with the teachers, children and the families is crucial in this volunteer program as you will be part of the local community. Volunteers are encouraged to proactively get involved.

    The areas of responsibility include:
    • Assisting the English teacher
    • Tutoring for children in ...

    Typical day

    The intercultural exchange with the teachers, children and the families is crucial in this volunteer program as you will be part of the local community. Volunteers are encouraged to proactively get involved.

    The areas of responsibility include:
    • Assisting the English teacher
    • Tutoring for children in English
    • Support in the daily teaching program
    • Project assignments during school hours
    • Participation in permaculture, which is an important part of the school's philosophy
    • Supervising and participating in children's free play
    • Supervising and participating during mealtimes
    • Playing with the children, making music, dancing, painting and handicrafts
    • Welcoming and saying goodbye to children at school
    • Helping with homework help
    • Outdoor activities (permaculture, games)
    • Promoting the development of children with meaningful activities
    The working schedule is approximately 35 hours per week from Monday to Thursday (Friday to Sunday is free). The work schedule is approx. from 7:30 am to about 3 pm (can be adjusted) and a staff meeting on Thursday afternoon.

    You are expected to show a great deal of responsibility and conscientiousness when volunteering at a school in Chile. Be aware of your important role as a role model for the children and always take your volunteer work seriously. It is also important that the volunteers seek intensive contact with the teachers, parents and children so that your experience abroad is valuable and positive for everyone involved.

    Note: The tasks may vary. They depend on factors such as number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, as well as self-motivation. Not every volunteer may be fully involved in all these tasks.

    Free-time activities

    Curacaví is a municipality nestled between hills and valleys in the Melipilla province of central Chile. It is about the same distance to the beautiful Pacific coast as to the metropolis of Santiago de Chile. Curacaví is approximately 90 minutes from Chile's capital. The climate is Mediterranean ...

    Free-time activities

    Curacaví is a municipality nestled between hills and valleys in the Melipilla province of central Chile. It is about the same distance to the beautiful Pacific coast as to the metropolis of Santiago de Chile. Curacaví is approximately 90 minutes from Chile's capital. The climate is Mediterranean with a prolonged dry season and high temperatures in summer from October to March. In winter, temperatures drop and there is occasional rain.
    Curacaví means "solid stone" from the indigenous words "cura" and "cahuín". Curacaví is known for its traditional sweets and rich chicha (ferment from apples or grapes), as well as a wide variety of vegetables, flowers and fruits, many of which are exported to the US and Europe.

    About 25,000 people live in Curacaví. It is a small town - rural, lively, picturesque! Curacavi was originally established as a small settlement on the banks of the crystal clear Puangue River when people began to travel between Santiago and Valparaíso. There the travelers rested before tackling the dreaded Zapata slope. Little by little, Curacaví developed into a small town.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 20 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 20 years old on the program start date.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (intermediate level) or Spanish (intermediate level)

    Education Requirements

    at High School level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV and Volunteer Questionnaire

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 07:30 - 15:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Single room in Homestay
    • Breakfast, lunch, dinner
    • Advice from our experienced staff
    • On-going support via WhatsApp, phone or mail
    • Elaboration of your application profile in Spanish
    • Your placement in the volunteer project
    • Pre-departure information
    • Packing list
    • Country handbook
    • Intercultural guide
    • On-site volunteer coordinator
    • 24/7 emergency number
    • Advice on travel insurance
    • Certificate of participation

    Accommodation

    An important part of our volunteer programs has always been to provide an intense glimpse into the culture of the host country. Therefore, our volunteers live in homestays. Living with a local hosts will allow you to experience the country in the most authentic way possible. You can immerse into local customs, taste typical meals, and experience the culture and traditions first-hand. You will quickly realize how much your Spanish skills improve each day. Our homestays are carefully screened and selected, and many hosts have years of experience with our international volunteers.

    You will be provided with a single room, while the bathroom can be private or shared. 

    Food & Beverages

    Full board with daily breakfast, lunch & dinner is provided. Special dietary requirements can be taken care of but need to be informed to us in advance. Vegan and vegetarian options are available upon request.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Airport Pickup at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport

    An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) in Santiago. We assist you to find cheap flights to Chile. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Chile provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Chile you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Chile. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Flexible start and end dates between beginning of March and end of November
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $186 per week 6 - 24 weeks Age 20 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    6 - 24 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Location

    Americas > South America > Chile > Curacavi

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