Description

Tourism development has transformed the area surrounding Punta de Mita. In order to be engaged in the local economy, local people must be able to thrive in their communities which are quickly becoming multicultural and multilingual communities.

The Educational Workshop Coordinator will be integral to the Casa Comunidad program. Casa Comunidad runs an after school program in eight local towns in order to provide children with a safe, fun and productive environment in which to spend their afternoons. Casa Comunidad also offers English classes to children and adults, life skills classes to adolescents, continuing education to adults, alternative education to children not enrolled in school, teacher training, sports, computer classes, camps, special education and psychology services. In this position, the intern will plan, implement, and evaluate teacher-training workshops with local teachers.

Examples of Activities:

* Gather information about education in Mexico from Casa Comunidad staff and directors.
* Plan and implement 3-5 monthly teacher-training workshops that will be carried out with local teachers.
* Create surveys to be implemented before and after the trainings.
* Possibly travel to various schools in the greater Bay of Banderas area to carry out teacher training workshops.

Highlights

Language
You can compliment your volunteer experience with Spanish classes. On days when you have class, you will spend half the day volunteering and the other half learning Spanish.

Class setting: You will learn Spanish in a small group setting (1-6 students). All teachers are university-trained Spanish teachers. You will learn through reading & writing, the use of media, and field trips where you are guided in actively practicing your Spanish

Option to Learn Spanish Virtually

From the comfort of your own home, you can learn Spanish before you depart. For this option you will need a webcam and Skype (free download from the internet).

Standard Spanish: Two Hours, Three times per Week
Intensive Spanish: Two Hours, Five times per Week

You can add as many weeks of language learning as you like to your placement. View costs to determine how much your program will cost depending on how much Spanish you would like to learn.

Qualifications

Language Requirement: None, though basic Spanish is helpful.

Intern Types

• Education
• Business Admin, Management
• Spanish
• Tourism

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Starts at USD600 for one week

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• Registration fees
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

* Pre-departure support: You will have a staff member available to support you throughout your time preparing to go abroad. In addition, you will be provided with all the resources you need including your Pre-Departure Manual & Culture Matters Workbook. The pre-departure manual includes all information you need regarding your destination, as well as advice on blogging and fund raising. The Culture Matters Workbook is a self-study course focused on:
- Culture shock
- Issues power and race
- Managing politics, religion, and gender
- Working effectively in a cross-cultural setting
- Preparing to reintegrate as you return home
* Transportation to and from the airport
* Accommodation in self-catering apartment (single or double occupancy in shared apartment)
* Organization placement
* Reference letter and/or compliance with your college or university for course credit (Upon request; 90USD fee applies for students obtaining course credit)

What's not Included
* Food
* Airfare
* Insurance
* Vaccinations
* Local transportation
* Pocket money

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

College & university students. Early career professionals. Typical Volunteer Hours: Flexible. While generally volunteers are involved in a typical workday alongside local staff and volunteers, we know that you are volunteering your valuable time. Therefore, if you would like to volunteer for less hours, this is ok. You can arrange this with your supervisor once in country.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Media Matters Award We offer awards of up to 300 USD to defray the costs of volunteering abroad. Applicants must demonstrate a desire to contribute to our online community in the long term through various forms of media. Types of media include but are not limited to blogging, photography, online articles, and video content. Other forms of media which can be transferred for viewing online, for example painting, drawing, and sketching, are also possible. We welcome innovative ideas. Successful applicants have a clear and well-organized plan regarding what media they will create, and demonstrate a commitment and proven ability to complete their media project. Application Deadlines: March 15th, June 15th, September 15th, December 15th

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 days

The Humanity Exchange's Mission Statement

To provide exceptional international exchange experiences, that foster globally minded conscientious leaders and contribute to development in cooperation with local communities.

Year Founded

2009