Volunteer Long Term on a Teaching Position in Ecuador

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Otavalo

Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Dates: Visit our website for upcoming start dates.

Description: Situated in a stunning area of Ecuador, this program offers volunteers a fantastic opportunity. Living with a local family in the beautiful market town of Otavalo, you will be traveling to the nearby rural mountains to volunteer with children, learn Spanish and experience the indigenous Andean culture.

GVI are working with the leaders of the indigenous communities on educational programs that will provide educational reinforcement and the opportunity to receive a formal education that many of the children and adults would not otherwise have. These long-term placements greatly aid the development of the children, providing them with much needed continuity and assistance. Two weeks off are scheduled every three months, to give volunteers a chance to relax and explore more of Ecuador and other areas of South America.

How this program makes a difference:

With just one or two teachers per school, the volunteers' teaching presence allows the children more opportunity to receive help in their education. GVI Secondary School scholarships allow the children to follow on into Secondary which was not possible before. A substantial part of the fee goes towards the day-to-day running costs of the projects themselves throughout the year, including daily transport, food subsidies for the school meals and fruit for the children (sometimes their only meal of the day), educational materials for classes, monthly birthday celebrations, painting and maintenance.

Highlights:
- Live in the heart of the community in Otavalo
- Work with indigenous children
- Learn Spanish
- Adventure side trips
- Take cultural workshops and excursions
- Amazing community interaction

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

Cost in US$: From USD 7,990 for 9 months

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18-65

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of Maximum of 2

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

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