English Teaching Volunteer Programs in South America

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Maximo Nivel is a locally based organization in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Volunteer abroad—get involved, make an impact, and learn to serve by working on local projects: - Working with Kids - Teaching English - Conservation - Construction - Animal Care - Eco-Agriculture - Medical and Healthca

Volunteer and travel in Peru on this unique combination project with GoEco! Volunteer work consists of teaching children in Cuzco. As a volunteer on this project, you will be teaching and assisting in English language, theatre, art classes in addition to offering homework assistance and tutoring.

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The Children & Sports Volunteer Program in Bucaramanga offers participants the opportunity to support local community initiatives through education, recreation, and sports activities. Volunteers work with children in underserved neighborhoods, helping to create safe, engaging, and positive environme

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Volunteering through Road2Argentina allows you to be more than a tourist, enabling you to interact with locals and practice your Spanish while giving back to the community. We offer placements in local organizations in Buenos Aires, where you will handle hands-on assignments that truly help those wh

This program goes beyond ordinary high school travel programs and build cross-cultural community service summer trips perfectly geared to your interests and curiosities. Whether you’re looking to contribute to authentic service projects, experience exhilarating adventure, or develop your language sk

Build your skills through a service-learning experience in Valparaíso, Chile’s vibrant coastal city known for its colorful hillsides, historic harbor, and rich cultural heritage. Partner with a local organization while exploring nearby Viña del Mar and reflecting on your experiences through a guided

Caring for children and adults with disabilities is one of the most rewarding and impactful forms of volunteering abroad. Through Volunteering Journeys’ Disabled Care & Special Needs Volunteer Programs, you can make a meaningful difference by offering care, compassion, and support to individuals who

The program focuses on leveraging childhood as the optimal stage for foreign language acquisition, addressing the global importance of English. This English as a Foreign Language program in public schools is designed to strengthen the four core communication skills: listening, speaking, reading, and

Discover the wonders of the "Paris of South America" while supporting grassroots organizations in Buenos Aires. This program is the perfect combination of two weeks of Spanish Immersion and two weeks of community service. Your engaging Spanish classes taught by local instructors will give you the la

Immerse yourself in daily life in Peru’s Sacred Valley while working alongside community partners in the Andes. Support ongoing construction and agricultural projects that strengthen local infrastructure and deepen your understanding of Andean traditions. Explore vibrant markets, learn Quechua phras

Join our Education Volunteer Program in Córdoba, Argentina, and make a real impact while living an unforgettable adventure abroad. As a volunteer, you’ll help children and adults improve their foreign language skills in English, French, German, or Italian. You’ll support local teachers in the class

Are you a passionate and creative individual looking to leave a lasting and transformative mark in the lives of the incredible locals residing on the enchanting Isabela Island? If so, consider yourself exceptionally fortunate, for there exists a golden opportunity just waiting for someone like you t

Embark on an adventure that will change lives—yours and those of the people you teach. Immerse yourself in the heart of Buenos Aires! Join our Volunteer Teaching Program and make a lasting impact while gaining invaluable work experience. Our program, hosted by TEFL in Buenos Aires, offers a unique

Join this hands-on, personalized internship and help provide low-income Indigenous communities with greater opportunities by teaching English. THE CHALLENGE In rural Ecuador, limited resources lead to poor education: 1 in 10 are illiterate, and only 24% finish middle school. Few speak English. With

Visit colorful Argentina! CHI helps realize your dream travel, allowing you to experience the real way of life in Argentina. Live with a host family and teach them English. In exchange, you will receive a private room, three meals a day, and friendships that will last a lifetime! CHI works with t

Peru is one of United Planet’s most popular volunteer destinations. Join participants from around the globe for 1-12 weeks in this diverse nation with friendly people, breathtaking landscapes, and ancient ruins. Discover a society that is as complex as the handwoven tapestries you find in the market

'Quilla', pronounced 'Kiya', is the Quechuan word for moon—the symbol of a new beginning. Kiya Survivors aims to give just that. Through education, therapy, love, and laughter, we encourage new beginnings for children with disabilities or learning difficulties and living below the poverty line, fro

We are looking for volunteers and interns with creative teaching ideas, such as playing games, singing, storytelling, acting, etc. The focus should be on developing curiosity about other cultures and experiencing language as a communication tool and part of a culture. You can also organize workshops

Vive Peru offers a volunteering program in the field of social work. Grab this opportunity to make a positive impact on Peruvian children! You will partner with a social work institution focused on serving and providing support to kids in an after-school program or orphanage. Your main responsibil

The Galápagos Islands are a must-visit for anyone who loves nature and adventure. By participating in our programs, you’ll go beyond tourism to immerse yourself in daily life within this legendary biodiversity hotspot. Work alongside local experts to meet real needs in the community while waking up

The Peru Community Project is based high in the Andes mountain range in the city of Cusco, the oldest continually inhabited city in South America and the staging post for Machu Picchu. This includes: Children's reading project - It focuses on the young and vulnerable to assist them in finding a w

Through GCAC, volunteers are introduced to Teaching English as a Second Language, working alongside Cali's Colegio Americano faculty. This short-term program lasts only a few days, but the hours are packed with learning inside and outside the classroom. Children and youth from pre-kindergarten thr

Based in Colombia and Italy, our mission is to connect people from all around the world through volunteering (organizing free activities for children and the elderly, providing food to people in need). You'll get to know new ways of living, and the experience includes tours around the country. Get

Share a welcoming, bilingual home with fellow travellers while you teach, create, or explore Rio de Janeiro. No need to be fluent in English or Portuguese—just a little of either helps. Our main program: Join the Escola Casa do Mar English Teaching Program and support free English classes for 120 s

Volunteer in Peru with A Broader View Volunteers, a highly rated non-profit charity organization. Our placements are based in the Inca city of Cusco, Peru, and you may choose from 20 program options available. In recent years, Peru has experienced a rise in tourism, providing some economic relief.

Cusco, Peru – easily one of the top 5 ancient civilization centers of the world - is also home to immense scenic beauty, biodiversity, and incredible culture. Bordering the Pacific Coast, Andes & Amazon, Peru is an ancient land with one of the richest collections of historic artifacts known to man.

Planning your summer trip? Why not travel with a purpose and make a real impact by volunteering? ELEP Volunteer Programs offers affordable, meaningful volunteer opportunities in Ecuador. Open to students, travelers, retirees, and professionals, our summer program promotes cross-cultural appreciatio

Length: 4-6 months | Intakes: January Join the Global Leadership Programme, designed to provide you with hands-on experience supporting the work of an international development charity. We are looking for passionate graduates, who are keen to learn about global challenges, work with youth and defin

Trade the ordinary for the extraordinary. Based in Urubamba in Peru's stunning Sacred Valley, just an hour from Cusco, this 2 to 4-week community impact experience puts you at the heart of real change. You will design and deliver hands-on workshops centred around conversational English, STEAM, and c

The HELP Literacy Coordinator is one of OCN’s four Project Coordinator roles. You will plan and deliver weekly reading and writing classes for children at the REC in Cerrito de la Virgen, helping them strengthen their Spanish literacy. You will also brief and guide a small team of volunteers. As a

Speaking English in Peru is very important due to the good job opportunities it provides to locals. However, many students cannot afford to study another language, especially children. Therefore, our Teaching English program is very important because it gives those who would not normally be able to

Our teaching program accommodates teachers at every stage of their careers. It provides aspiring educators with immersive, hands-on classroom experience in a culturally diverse setting, accommodating the requirements of any certification program, such as TEFL/TESOL or a university student teaching p

CAYE is a registered youth charitable organization in Mzuzu, Malawi. Established in 2014, CAYE works in the Northern Region and parts of the Central Region to empower young people, women, and small-scale farmers to improve their livelihoods and contribute to national development. CAYE focuses on yo

Galápagos is one of the foremost ecotourism destinations on the planet. Despite being one of the best-preserved places in the world—with 95% of its pre-human, original biodiversity still intact, pressures from tourism are increasing. We help Galapagueños to continue on their path to sustainable deve

Improve Spanish fluency while volunteering in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Participants will be grouped based on their current level of Spanish and will spend 20 hours of lessons per week. With only a maximum of five students per class, the program enables the students to be in a calm and relaxed enviro