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  • Quality Education

Teach English Skills to Local Students in the City

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4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Helping to teach children
  • Teaching assistant
  • Creating activities and entertaining the children

Highlights

  • Helping to teach children
  • Teaching assistant
  • Creating activities and entertaining the children
  • Help with kitchen and other duties where required
  • Visit close national parks, beautiful beaches of Costa Rica during your free time and make acitvities like surf, swim, canoeing...
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups

    About the program

    Assist local teacher in English class and help kids to improve their English skills. Be part of the Pura Vida and discover Costa Rica.

    We do need helping hands to offer the kids individual help to families. As Costa Rica is still in online course, the kids do need your help. Many parents and families do not speak English and are not able to help the kids during online classes. We do offer volunteer placements at the beach and close ...

    About the program

    We do need helping hands to offer the kids individual help to families. As Costa Rica is still in online course, the kids do need your help. Many parents and families do not speak English and are not able to help the kids during online classes. We do offer volunteer placements at the beach and close to the city. We would be happy for long term volunteers but we are also very happy to receive you as a short term volunteer!

    You love children and you enjoy working with them? Then you are a perfect fit for our projects in Costa Rica. 
    There is a huge difference between our school system in Europe and the school system in Costa Rica. It is quite common that kindergarten and school are close to each other and sometimes they are even in the same building. Therefore you are going to have a variety in your operating range. In the vicinity of Santa Barbara there are 3 different schools and kindergartens where volunteers can help. Depending on your English level you will be placed with younger or older kids. Volunteers will assist the local stuff in all areas as you can see below.
     
    Speaking English is getting more and more important due to rising tourist numbers. Your job is going to be as a consultant for the English teachers in the schools where­ you are going to support them in their subject. If you are very confident with the language and you show 
    dedication you can also support other teachers in other subjects. Create small exercises for your students, make them smile while they are learning and think of appreciation in the children’s eyes. 

    How you can help:
    - Helping to teach children
    - Attending to and interacting with the children
    - Creating activities and entertaining the children with games and songs
    - Teaching basic English, hygiene and spiritual values
    - helping in the kitchen and other duties
    All volunteer places are in public schools. Children are between 6 and 14 years old.

    Holidays:
    In the end of June/Beginning of July each year are 2 weeks holidays. We are able to place you during this period in our day care center :)
    from middle of December till beginning of February schools are closed in Costa Rica.

    Typical day

    Every day is special! By working with kids every day is special and different. We would like to help you to get an overview about a typical volunteer day:

    07:30/08:00am: typical breakfast with your host family
    after walking or taking a bus to your project
    09:00am: starting your volunteering
    1:00 pm: ...

    Typical day

    Every day is special! By working with kids every day is special and different. We would like to help you to get an overview about a typical volunteer day:

    07:30/08:00am: typical breakfast with your host family
    after walking or taking a bus to your project
    09:00am: starting your volunteering
    1:00 pm: ending volunteering
    afternoon: hanging out with other volunteers, doing activities such as going to the cinema, going to swimming pools or just strolling around in town.

    Free time & weekends: discover Costa Rica.
    Costa Rica is a great place to discover. You can see a lot of nature, animals, beaches,...
    Enjoy your Pura Vida lifestyle!

    Free-time activities

    In your free time you can do a lot of activities. In Costa Rica you can go by public bus easy to the pacific and carribbian side. In the city you can visit museums or go shopping with other volunteers. Hiking, Riding, Swimming and Snorkeling is possible at the beach. You can easily make a trip on ...

    Free-time activities

    In your free time you can do a lot of activities. In Costa Rica you can go by public bus easy to the pacific and carribbian side. In the city you can visit museums or go shopping with other volunteers. Hiking, Riding, Swimming and Snorkeling is possible at the beach. You can easily make a trip on weekends. If you need any help to plan a trip we are very happy to help you organizing it.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (fluently)

    Education Requirements

    English, Math at high school level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    health insurance and criminal record certificate

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    teamwork and the interest in another culture

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services


    • Airport pick-up on arrival
    • Accommodation (host families)
    • Food & Meals (typicial food)
    • 12/7 local support network
    • Project placement & onsite supervise
    • Registration fee included

    Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Upon your arrival in San Jose you will be collected at the airport and taken to your host family accommodation in Santa Barbara de Heredia.
    Arriving day: perfect on weekend, to start the project on a Monday.
    The driver will wait outside of the airport with the name from you on a sign. He will bring you directly to your family. 

    Accommodation

    You will enjoy breakfast and dinner in your local family based on the typical Costa rican diet, for example rice, beans, vegetables, meat. The host family is in walking distance to your project. Rooms usually individual rooms are not shared with other volunteers, just if you apply as a group we do share a room, if the families can provide it, so you can live more close to each other. All standard amenities are available, including showers and shared bathrooms, and there is even free Wi-Fi! This is a perfect home away from home and a wonderful base for your stay in Costa Rica!

    Food & Beverages

    Volunteers are provided 3 meals a day at the host family throughout the week. It is typical Costa rican food, which is based on rice and beans. If you are vegetarian or vegan please let us know before arriving.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
    You don't have to pay anything yet

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose. We assist you to find cheap flights to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

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

    Details on arrival

    At your arrival at San Jose airport, you will be picked up by a driver and he will drop you off at your host family’s place. Here you will immerse into your new life - ­ the costa rican life.  

    You can start your project every monday. 
    Arriving day is Sunday or on an individual day in arrangement.


    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $245 per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 12 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.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
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    Location

    Americas > Central America > Costa Rica > Heredia (Santa Barbara)

    Meet your project coordinator

    Angela
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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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