Description

Lima houses roughly a third of Peru's entire population so it's no wonder it cuts a somewhat untidy figure as it bursts at the seams. Such a big city in such a small country, Lima has experienced the predictable invasion of people from the countryside in search of a better life. As a result, parts of the city have become very overcrowded and resources cant stretch to meet the needs of everyone. The schools we work with need volunteers to teach English to their students, as they have very limited budgets. Though underfunded, these schools still offer the children their best hope of an education and a better future, and your efforts make that more likely.

* Project details:

We work with several schools in Lima, Peru's capital. One school is a mixed public school that was founded in 1964, at the primary level there are 12 teachers and 24 classrooms, each class having approximately 30 children. An English teaching program has been introduced at this level and the school is needing help for this to continue.

Another school was founded in 1964 and was named in honor of a Peruvian hero who fought at the Pacific war against Chile. There are 14 teachers in the primary level and 22 teachers in the secondary level. Classrooms comprise of about 25 children, primary level are aged 6 to 12 years and secondary level are aged 13 to 17 years.

* Why the project needs volunteers:

The schools need volunteers to teach English to their students, as they have very limited resources, in common with many schools in Peru. Volunteers are very much appreciated for their native English, teaching skills, hard work and enthusiasm! Volunteers who can help are highly valued for the skills and positive attitude they bring.

Highlights

* Helping to improve the English language abilities of the children at your project
* Sampling the wonderful food of Lima - rightly famous for it's seafood
* Getting to know your home stay family. Probably the best way to understand Peruvian life

Qualifications

What kind of skills you need to go on this type of project:

You need to have basic level Spanish to work in the schools, and you should learn as much as you can before you go. You should be a confident communicator, enjoy working with children, patient and above all hard working and enthusiastic!

Your role as a volunteer:

Typical activities include teaching English to the students.
At the orphanage you may be working with children aged between 1 and 13 you would be teaching English and you may have the possibility of getting involved in extra curricular activities, such as drawing, music and crafts work, as well as helping with babies and social activities.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 1539.00 for 4 weeks, USD 220.00 for every week thereafter

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Written materials abroad

Program Fees Include:

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

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Childcare/children
• Education
• English Teaching
• Orphans
• Teaching

Typical Volunteer

If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.

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

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

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