Description

These are schools run by the government of Costa Rica, the Ministry of Education. You will be working as a TEFL assistant alongside either with the English teachers in the schools and during the English lessons schedule. As well as spending time teaching, you might also spend time helping to plan and prepare lessons for all age groups (from first to 6th grade).

Student population varies from school to school; ranging from 150 to nearly 800 students. Kids are aged from 4 years to 12 years.

There is a need for English language education as the community is gearing up to be the future eco-tourist guides for the area and English is an essential skill for such a role.

What's the project like?

Either of the schools that you'll be working at is in a scenic location that has quite a tourist trail running through it, to learn English for these kids is extremely important in order to better their chances at employment in later life. Depending on the school, there are one or three teachers who work full time but need plenty of assistance in the form of volunteers to improve their English and give the children the best education possible!

Highlights

* Being part of the community in the stunning Costa Rican countryside
* Helping develop the language skills of your students
* Help out the local English teachers and learn about real life in rural Costa Rica
* Learning (practising?!) your Spanish - much more fun than in a classroom back home!

Qualifications

Why does the project need volunteers?

The schools appreciates volunteers because there is a need for English language education as the community is gearing up to be the future eco-tourist guides for the area and English is an essential skill for such a role. Plus, you won't just be helping the children; you'll be helping the teachers and the community too! Phew!

An important key for being a successful volunteer is the flexibility. Starting with your work schedule, it will probably be disrupted at some point. The English teachers have to follow a syllabus given by the Ministry of Education, do not expect this to be changed. Also, you need to be a creative, self-motivated and self-starter person who enjoys working with children. Perseverance and tolerance of working in a new environment is a plus; however, the student's genuine need for tuition and conversational English practice make this project really rewarding. Have patience and go with the flow!

You will be working as an English teaching assistant alongside the local teachers in the schools during the English lessons schedule and you will be a welcome resource appreciated by children and staff alike. Don't worry we'll help prepare you with our on-line TEFL training course when you sign up for the project.

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

USD 1,539.00 for 4 weeks, USD 275.00 for every week

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training

Program Fees Include:

* Accommodation: Shared room in a homestay
* Food: All meals
* Airport Pickup: Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!
* Training: In-country orientation, Online TEFL course
* Support: Pre-departure help desk, Local in-country team and 24 hour emergency support

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18-80

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

i-to-i Volunteering's Mission Statement

i-to-i Volunteering provides unique opportunities for you to travel, work and volunteer abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 16 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations. With over 130 projects on 4 continents, across 22 countries you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching English, community development, conservation, home building, and working with animals.

Year Founded

1994