Description

In cooperation with Save the Children, Rustic Pathways is proud to offer this unique service experience in South Carolina. See firsthand the work that Save the Children does in these communities, and get a chance to lend a hand.

Time to Teach
Rustic Pathways is proud to expand its domestic service opportunities this summer 2012, and thrilled to be offering yet another program in cooperation with Save the Children. Here in the Appalachian region of Kentucky, Save the Children works to improve education in an area of the U.S where the majority of the population lives in poverty. The resulting social, physical and educational hardships can create insurmountable challenges for the youth of this region and put them at a disadvantage in the classroom. Through Save the Children's academic summer camp, elementary school children receive much needed literacy support and programming during June and July, the time that poses the greatest risk for falling behind academically. At this summer camp you will be a tutor, teacher and counselor to a small group of children eager to learn about you and your hometown. Math, science, physical education and reading are all a part of each day's core curriculum and you will have a hands-on role in leading students through each game and lesson. You will also have the opportunity to create and run your own enrichment activity, whether it be yoga, improve, or Ultimate Frisbee!

The Bluegrass State
The rolling hills and mountains of Kentucky are a breathtaking wilderness that will be ours to explore. Much of your free time on the program will be spent swimming, hiking, and sightseeing in the unassuming beauty of this Bluegrass State. Give country music a try, taste some Kentucky barbecue, and discover the rich folk art culture preserved throughout the Appalachian Mountains.

Who Should Come?
This is an advanced service program for truly independent and motivated high school students. You will be expected to plan and lead camp activities with very little support from your Rustic Pathways staff, and to get creative when it comes to finding fun ways to inspire these elementary school students into reading and learning. Experience with mentoring, teaching and working with kids is a definite plus. Because of the reading, math, and science curriculum built into this summer camp, both Rustic Pathways and Save the Children are looking for bright and engaging high schoolers who will supplement this curriculum in fun and exciting ways. All applicants will be contacted by the Rustic Pathways Program Manager to ensure that this is the best fit program.

Highlights

TEACH a reading and math curriculum developed by Save the Children to elementary students at an academic summer camp.

PLAN and LEAD your own outdoor activities, arts and crafts projects, and indoor games for children.

SHARE the magic of your favorite childhood books and stories while helping excited young students improve their reading skills.

VOLUNTEER with Save the Children and help this outstanding organization improve literacy rates in rural Kentucky.

ENJOY the rolling hills and mountains of the Bluegrass State as we explore its beautiful wilderness and sample the folk art culture and small town life.

EXPERIENCE the satisfaction of helping others.

Qualifications

Students must be 15-years old and up to participate on the program. Additionally, participants must submit an application through the Rustic Pathways website and complete the appropriate documents before traveling on the program.

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 3,865

Cost Includes:

• Travel while in host country
• Housing
• Food
• Excursions
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Written materials pre-departure
• Written materials abroad

Program Fees Include:

The above cost includes all ground transportation in-country, 3 meals a day, housing, staff through the duration of the program, all supplies for the volunteer projects and all excursions on the program itinerary not listed as optional.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Academic Reinforcement
• Community Development
• Education
• Teaching
• Youth
• Youth Development

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 business days

Rustic Pathways's Mission Statement

Rustic Pathways is a pioneer in providing superior quality travel and service programs for students and families in some of the world's most welcoming countries. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of its operations, insists on quality in all aspects of its programs, and places the safety of its students above all other considerations. We enrich the lives of our students and our staff, benefit the parts of the world we serve, and build cultural bridges that lead to greater global understanding and cooperation.

Year Founded

1983