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Description

Spanish School:

The teaching method emphasizes both grammar and conversation though mostly on conversation. Usually, after 3 to 4 weeks, students take a Spanish test to pass on to the next level. One Spanish lesson lasts 60 minutes and the courses are divided from the standard group course to the super intensive course.

Spanish courses in are divided into 6 difficulty levels:
* Beginners (A and B)
* Intermediate (1 and 2) and
* Advanced (1 and 2).

*After completing each level, students will receive a diploma indicating the completed Spanish level.

Potential volunteer work fields are:
* Working with youth (underprivileged & street kids)
* Experience with the disabled
* Help in developing poor communities
* Teaching English lessons
* Elderly
* Natural disaster relief
* Urban development assistance
* Sea Turtle/ animal conservation

Highlights

The language school in Playa del Carmen is one of the most recognized chains of Spanish language schools in Mexico. Each month, the language school receives students from around the world who are interested in improving their Spanish skills or in learning Spanish for the first time.

All Spanish teachers have a degree in Spanish languages and have been teaching for more than three years. Groups are small and classes are personalized to guarantee an appropriate student - teacher relationship. The Spanish school is small and offers a very familiar attention to the students.

School's facilities include computer with free internet access, a student's study center and free coffee and snacks during breaks.

Non-academic activities:
A typical week at the Spanish School would consist of the following activities: Welcome party, Cooking classes, Salsa, Bohemian night on the beach (cultural) / disco night (fun), Mayan Culture video (culture) / disco night, and visit to pyramids at the weekend.

Playa del Carmen is the perfect spot for enjoying a wide variety of activities. From its world famous nightlife to its enchanting beaches, visitors will have plenty of activities and things to do during their stay!

Qualifications

The Spanish & Volunteer itinerary
1. You will start with at least three weeks of Spanish classes to improve your Spanish and to get used to your host country.
2. We introduce you to one or more possible volunteer sites.
3. We place you to the volunteer work project you have chosen.
. You will start right after the end of your Spanish program or you may also volunteer in your free time during your Spanish program (such as in the afternoon). You will receive your diploma for your Spanish courses and a volunteer certification at the end of your program.
5. The school is your casa and you are always welcome to use the Internet there or to stop by for any help that you may need during the whole time of your stay.

Languages

• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

see our website for exact prices

Cost Includes:

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

Cost Include Description:

What's included:
- Accommodation
- Orientation kit
- Local support
- 24h-Emergency Number
- Free internet access at school
- Quality Spanish Course
- Teaching material
- Evaluation test
- Refreshments, coffee and tea at school
- Activity calendar
- Language Certificate

What's not included:
- Flight
- Medical Insurance
- Visa (if necessary)
- Personal expenses

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel to Mexico

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

Flexible

South America Inside's Mission Statement

Our programs are addressed to the humanitarian traveler, whether you are a student, professional or retiree. Anyone who wants to explore Latin America not as a mere tourist, but rather as an insider through an experience that goes beyond the ordinary, we invite you into our community! We organize Spanish and Portuguese courses as well as internship and volunteer work positions in nearly all countries of Central and South America. We help in organizing language courses, internships, volunteer work projects as well as in choosing the right country for you. We aim to select partners who are just off the beaten path and/or entail unique and special features to make your experience unforgettable!

Year Founded

2003