Deaf Education in Ecuador

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Guayaquil

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Please see the website

Description: Volunteers work in a local school specializing in deaf education, assisting teachers in the classroom, working one on one with students, helping to lead a variety of activities, and generally providing support for the students. This program offers a unique opportunity for those with sign language experience to put their skills into practice, learn Ecuadorian sign language, and make lasting connections with young, eager students.

Highlights: Upon arrival in Ecuador, volunteers receive an orientation that will familiarize them with the city and the surrounding area, the Ecuadorian culture, and the volunteer program.

All volunteer placements of one month or longer include 2 weeks of Spanish language classes. Class sizes are typically very small, giving students a personalized learning experience.

In their free-time, volunteers can spend time in downtown Guayaquil, visit the waterfront area, visit the one of the many museums of Guayaquil, check their e-mail at the Internet Cafe, or explore nearby towns along the Pacific coast.

Qualifications: Volunteers must have:
- A desire to help the people of Ecuador
- Flexibility
- Self-motivation
- An openness to a new culture and a willingness to learn

Cost in US$: Please visit our website

Not Included:
- Round-Trip airfare to Ecuador
- Visa expenses and airport taxes
- Personal expenses including additional meals and daily transportation

Experience Required: yes

Basic understanding of sign language required; Spanish skills recommended but not required

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

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