Description

Immerse yourself in the incredible culture of Mexico during this comprehensive volunteer program that allows you the freedom and flexibility you want to explore your host community while giving back. Spend 20 hours a week tutoring at a local school in exchange for free room and board in the home of a local family. Weekends are normally free to experience the culture by traveling around the country.

This is a great program for people who want to experience life in Mexico and the Mexican culture in-depth. The program has a focus on cultural exchange and host families are not only excited to learn English but also love to share the characteristics of their country, culture and cuisine.

The Need: Volunteer 20 hours a week tutoring at a local language school. Many Mexican want to learn English or improve their English skills through conversation.

Highlights

Benefits:
* Travel for less.
* You put in a couple of hours each day literally talking, and the rest of your time is spent traveling and experiencing the culture in depth.
* Do you want to learn Spanish or brush up on your language skills? We can easily arrange optional language classes for you. It's up to you.
* Tip the advantage to you by enhancing your resume by volunteering with the Conversation Corps. Job: "Private Language Tutor." References: Global. It just doesn't get any better than that.
* You "meet" your family in advance through email and phone calls. Each family is interviewed and carefully screened by in-country staff.
* Exclusive materials written by GeoVisions staff will give you "a bag of tricks" as you engage your new family.
* Join our Facebook Fan page or our Facebook Conversation Corps Group and begin the conversation now. And when you come back, our Returnee network is a great place to share your experiences.

This is a high-energy and really fun position. GeoVisions provides the materials; you provide the personality to liven up an informal conversation class! Find out first-hand how Mexicans live and work day-to-day. Sometimes there are opportunities to take part in activities. Plus the locals can show you some hidden gems of Mexico.

Qualifications

Conversation Partner tutors must be native English speakers. They need to have earned a high school (secondary school) diploma or certificate, be in good health. Placements are available year 'round and range in duration from one to three months.

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Cost in US$:

Please visit the GeoVisions website for current pricing.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

* Personalized Volunteer Placement with a host family through our Partner in Mexico, including all the coordination, in-person visits and communication necessary with the local organization.
* Your orientation in Mexico City before heading to your family.
* A comfortable, safe place to live in Mexico, your own private room, and all of your meals.
* An experienced U.S. based GeoVisions Program Manager (and former volunteer with GeoVisions) who will serve as your coordinator and liaison with our in-country staff in Mexico.
* In-country basic language assistance and (optional) language classes for an additional fee.
* Airport pickup and transport to Mexico City for orientation.
* 1/2 day walking tour of Mexico City.
* Transport to your host family.
* Professional, locally-based staff to provide orientation, supervision and guidance throughout your stay.
* Extensive medical, accident and dental insurance along with emergency evacuation insurance.
* Important documents, including in-depth pre-departure packs, orientation information, and all in-country informational materials.
* A toll-free 24-hour emergency hotline in the U.S.
* Our own text book, A Tutor's Guide--Teaching English To Families and Children.
* Premium online membership at the ESL-Lounge.
* Two-months membership at Pongo Resume.
* The President's Volunteer Service Award including a lapel pen, letter from the President of The United States and certificate.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Community Centers
• Teaching
• Tutor
• Volunteering

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

GeoVisions's Mission Statement

GeoVisions is committed to help individuals develop global skills to succeed in the twenty-first century. These skills will ultimately lead to greater cooperation and understanding among nations and peoples of the world. We are committed to treating every person on a GeoVisions program with respect, and devoting our energies to helping participants meet their individual and collective goals.

Year Founded

2001