Description

Teaching is a challenging and highly rewarding occupation that assists in shaping the future of many lives. This is especially true in Peru where students are eager to learn and broaden their prospects. Huaraz in particular is a popular destination for tourists who utilize the Andean city as a base for trekking, mountaineering and outdoor activities in the Cordillera Blanca and Callejon de Huaylas. Local students consider English as a gateway into the tourism industry and also as an opportunity to maximize their future potential.

Volunteering with Teach Huaraz Peru will allow you to immerse within Peruvian life in a way that is unavailable to passing travelers. You will soon find yourself recognizing people wherever you go and being invited to special occasions and celebrations as an integral member of the community.

Highlights

Support Centers:

* Orphanages
* Preliminary Schools
* Primary Schools
* Secondary Schools
* Technical Institutes
* Universities
* Language Centers for students of any age, including adults
* Sports clubs (swimming, soccer, volleyball, climbing, etc)
* Art School
* INABIF - a friendly center for parents and children, who are often very poor, to come to socialize and interact with new people and cultures.

Volunteer support is greatly appreciated at these centers within and around Huaraz to help teach English, improve conversational skills and share information about different countries and cultures. It is possible for you to work as many hours as you like within numerous centers and really benefit from your volunteering experience.

Qualifications

At Teach Huaraz Peru we believe that almost every English speaker aged 18 years and above can make a worthwhile contribution and greatly benefit from volunteering with us in Peru.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 600 above

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

1. Placement Fee of USD 200

Includes:
* Arrangement and confirmation of your individually tailored volunteer program
* Airport pickup and escorted bus transport from Lima to Huaraz
* Organization of your homestay accommodation
* Orientation about Huaraz and the surrounding area
* Training sessions with Luis Delgado about liaising with Peruvian people, teaching techniques and working with students
* Organization of Spanish lessons or tutorials if desired
* Arrangement of any cultural activities of interest
* Help and assistance in purchasing bus and tour tickets to explore the local area and beyond
* 24 hour support from Luis Delgado and his family for the duration of your volunteering program

2. Homestay Accommodation with the Delgado Family, USD 95 per week or USD 350 per month

Includes:
* Private bedroom and bathroom, with hot water
* 3 meals a day shared with the family (all dietary requirements are well catered for, including for vegetarians and vegans) or the option to prepare your own meals in a separate kitchen at a reduced fee
* Laundry facilities
* Shopping service for personal items, such as toilet paper, laundry detergent, toothpaste etc
* Opportunity to become an integral part of Peruvian family life

Salary/Pay

Pay up on arrival

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Hearted people who want to share their experience and open to learn authentic Peruvian culture and ways of doing.

Age Range

18 years above

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Dormitory
• Home-stays
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 4

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Other
• Written Application
• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 to 2 weeks

Teach Huaraz Peru's Mission Statement

Teach Huaraz Peru is a small volunteer organization whose goal is to enrich the lives of the Peruvian people as well as the lives of those volunteers who want to make a difference and really give something to this fascinating country. If you have a burning desire to see some of South America, work with Peru's future generations and have an experience you will never forget then a tailored placement with Teach Huaraz Peru may be just for you.

Year Founded

2002