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Internship English Teacher close by the beach

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6 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Experiance teach children
  • Learning Spanish with the kids
  • Creating activities and entertaining the children

Highlights

  • Experiance teach children
  • Learning Spanish with the kids
  • Creating activities and entertaining the children
  • Help with English classes and daily duties
  • Visit Costa Rica one of the countries in the world where sustainability is very important

  • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups

    About the program

    Assist local teacher in English, French or German to help kids to improve their language skills and assist the teacher. Be part of the Pura Vida and discover Costa Rica.

    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 ...

    About the program

    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. Depending on your English level you will be placed with younger or older kids. Volunteers will asist the local stuff in all areas as you can see below.
     
    Speaking English and other languages like Frensh 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 ­ you are going to support them in their subject and 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 you students, make them smile while their 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 spirtual values
    - helping with kitchen and other duties
    In this project we are looking for teacher and prospective teachers.


    Typical day

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

    public school (good spanish skills needed):

    07.30/08.00: tipical breakfast with your host family/volunteer house
    after walking your project
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    Typical day

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

    public school (good spanish skills needed):

    07.30/08.00: tipical breakfast with your host family/volunteer house
    after walking your project
    09.00: starting your volunteering
    3.30 pm: ending volunteering
    afternoon: hanging out with other volunteers, duing acivities such as going to the cinema,  going to swimming pools or just go in town.
    Depending of grade you will have at the afternoons volunteer duties.

    private school:
    06.30: self-prepared tipical breakfast (you reseive all ingredients from the houst mum)
    after walking your project
    07.30: starting your volunteering
    3.30 pm: ending volunteering
    afternoon: hanging out with other volunteers, duing acivities such as going to the cinema,  going to swimming pools or just go in town.
    Depending of grade you will have at the afternoons volunteer duties.

    Free time & weekends: discover Costa Rica.
    Costa Rica is a greate place to discover. You can see a lot of nature, animales, beaches,... enjoying your Pura Vida life.

    Holidays:

    In the end of June/Beginning of July each year are 2 weeks holidays.

    From mid-December to mid-January, schools in Costa Rica are closed and our program is also on vacation.


    Free-time activities

    During your freetime you can go to the beach. You can enjoy activities like hiking, climbing, trekking, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Costa Rica do have great surf spots. Water sport activities are a lot around the project.
    Close to the beach people sell souvenirs, other cities ...

    Free-time activities

    During your freetime you can go to the beach. You can enjoy activities like hiking, climbing, trekking, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Costa Rica do have great surf spots. Water sport activities are a lot around the project.
    Close to the beach people sell souvenirs, other cities like Manuel Antonio or Domical are close. As well you can do tours to waterfalls, which are close to your stay. One is in town, the other close to Dominical. We can reccommend to do the tour on your own, as it is easy to get their.


    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) or Spanish (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    Math and other subjects helpful at Good English skills level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    University student

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 07:00 - 14:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Airport Pick Up
    • Local support
    • 12/7 Emergency Number
    • Accommodation in a volunteer house
    • 2 tipical meals a day

    Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Our team will pick you up at San Jose Airport. We can organize the pick up from the airport till 11.30 am. Our driver will bring you to the bus station in San Jose. The bus will take about 3,5 to 4 hours to your final destination. If you are coming later our driver do offer a add on package with one day overnight at a host family close to the airport.

    Accommodation

    You will be in a volunteer house. Rooms are very well equipped and you will have dorm and double room. You will share bathroom with other volunteers.  Our traveler recommend the accommodation to 100%. The accommodation is about 10-15 minutes by bisicial from the project.

    Food & Beverages

    Tipcial breakfast and dinner are included, as well during weekend.

    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

    Our team will pick you up at San Jose Airport. You will stay close to the airport one night in a volunteer house and go on next day to your volunteer location. The bus will take about 3,5 to 4 hours.
    Start project: Monday
    Arriving: Saturday/Sunday
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $239 per week 6 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    6 - 24 weeks

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    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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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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