Childcare Volunteering Program in Costa Rica

  Costa Rica

• Eastern Lowlands: 
Tortuguero

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Visit the GVI website for upcoming start dates.

Description: The program is set in the small village of San Francisco, amongst breath-taking scenery of waterways, tropical rainforest, Caribbean beaches and surrounded by wildlife. Volunteers plan and run lessons and assist with basic education for under-privileged children and poor families in the stunning area Tortuguero, close to the world famous National Park and turtle nesting beach. Volunteers learn basic Spanish and work with children all ages, predominately with children from ages 5 to 13. Volunteers supply addition resources to an under-resourced school allowing for improved education and opportunity for children in one of poorest areas of Costa Rica. Volunteers may choose to spend a weekend or 2 exploring this amazing region and enjoying its many attractions and activities, including stunning beaches, rainforest canopy tours and white water rafting.

How this program makes a difference:

The project takes place in a small settlement within a wildlife refuge. The families in this village have access to only the most basic education and the school is under resourced and has no formal physical education program. The school has 2 teachers and 2 classrooms and students attend for 3 hours, either in the morning or the afternoons. Education is key to assisting the community improve its economic situation and this project supplies additional personnel and funding to the school and as a volunteer you will personally allow students to receive additional assistance with their basic education. The project and volunteers supply resources which the under resourced school is not otherwise able to supply.

Highlights:
- Getting to know the children and families - and them getting to know and recognize you
- Becoming part of the community in a beautiful and remote part of Costa Rica
- Group Spanish lessons
- Witnessing the beautiful wild rainforests, Caribbean beaches and local canals
- Living in a peaceful area with no cars or roads
- Witnessing some of the fantastic wildlife of the area such as sea turtles, toucans, monkeys and more
- Seeing the direct impact you can have in a short time frame
- Taking extra time to explore the wonders of Costa Rica

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as all training will be provided in the field.

Cost in US$: From USD 1,395 for 2 weeks

Experience Required: no

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

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998