Description

Building New Hope is always in need of teachers' assistants for a small day school for children of financially distressed families. The school is attended by 36 children each weekday to receive tutoring for their school work as well as new activities not offered in public schools. We stress reading with visits to our community library, field trips, "out-of-the-box" activities and study, i.e., respect for animals, keep our environment healthy, conflict resolution, etc. Volunteers are encouraged to offer new activities and 'paseandos' that will open the world to these children who otherwise have few opportunities to learn about their world.

Qualifications

Ideally, we need a volunteer who speaks Spanish at least at an intermediate level, can commit to at least five weeks here in Granada, is creative and self-directed, works well with local teachers, can share ideas with other working partners.

We welcome new ideas to open the limited world of our children. We want to bring as many new positive opportunities to them as possible.

Volunteer must understand that this is not "home"....it is a developing country where the culture is probably different and at times frustrating. It is a learning experience that will be beneficial to a volunteer throughout his or her life.

Minimum Education

Associates

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

USD 75

Cost Includes:

• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support

Program Fees Include:

This volunteer position is strictly voluntary. Travel and living expenses are funded entirely by the volunteer. Our volunteer coordinator will assist in arranging housing, introduction to projects, etc. ID cards are given to volunteers for discounts in restaurants, gym, activities, etc. Bicycle available if project requires this. Volunteers begin with a "welcome breakfast" with volunteer coordinator and project director, and a "despidida dinner" when leaving the country.

Salary/Pay

none

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Our volunteers are energetic, self-directed, and committed to improving the lives of the children and young adults of Granada. They are open to learning about a different culture and willing to adapt to the different environment in order to show their respect to the Nicaraguan people.

Age Range

over 18

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Group living
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Essay

Typically The Application Process Time is

immediate to one week

Building New Hope's Mission Statement

To provide support and partnership to communities in development in the Central American country of Nicaragua.

Year Founded

1992