Description

Part of Long Way Home's mission is to educate the Comalapan youth about the local environment and environmental sustainability. In 2007 a classroom was built on our site in order to conduct classes on topics including recycling, reforestation, preservation of natural habitats and composting. We are interested in an intern with the leadership skills to organize and implement an educational outreach program through networking with local elementary and middle schools. Although an on-site location exists for environmental education, an intern should extend their educational program into sensitive community sites and local schools.

Responsibilities:

* Develop an environmental studies curriculum for K-6 emphasizing natural history, conservation of resources, organic farming techniques, proper waste disposal and recycling.
* Teach the curriculum to LWH volunteers for use in the field.
* Develop an appropriate curriculum for the nature trail at Parque Chimiya.
* Design and supervise the construction of learning stations with interpretive signs to be erected in the 2-hectare forested area at Parque Chimiya.
* Label plants in the forested area at the park and create an environmental map of it.
* Create an environmental map of the forested area at Parque Chimiya.
* Create an environmental education curriculum for use at local schools.

Qualifications

* Environmental studies, environmental science and/or conservation biology background at undergraduate or graduate level.
* 3rd year college level Spanish or equivalent.
* Ability to work independently and to manage a team.
* Knowledge of Central American botany and plant identification skills.
* Experience in curriculum development.

Minimum Education

High School

Intern Types

• Architecture
• Education
• Environmental Studies
• Landscape Architecture
• Development
• Sustainable Development

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

USD 75 per week/USD 300 per month

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Passionate and professional. Has to have the drive and desire for non-profit work. Positive attitude. Flexible. Be prepared to do physically demanding work when volunteering on the construction site.

Age Range

18 to 80

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays
• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

one week

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Long Way Home, Inc.'s Mission Statement

To break the cycle of poverty among youth in developing communities by creating educational opportunities, cultivating civic interaction, and encouraging healthy lifestyles.

Year Founded

2004