Teaching English Bolivia

  Bolivia

Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year

Description: Spanish lessons included with 4 week+ programs:

The school has provision for both primary and secondary students and teaches approximately 420 children ranging from 6 -18 yrs old.

Although there are 30 teachers, there is still a need for volunteers to assist with variety of subjects, especially teaching English.

Enrique - The Head Master, strongly encourages the children to interact with international volunteers and values the opportunities to exchange values and cultures. The main responsibilities for volunteers are teaching English, however, should you have the necessary experience or qualifications, there are also opportunities to teach other subjects such as maths, biology, music, history, dance etc.

In addition to you providing valuable assistance in the school, this program offers a fantastic opportunity to fully integrate into Bolivian life and really understand the culture. You do not need to speak Spanish to participate on this program, although you are sure to learn from the children and fellow teachers. Every placement of 4 or more weeks includes 10 Spanish lessons to help you on your way. Living with a Bolivian family is yet another great chance to improve your Spanish while truly understanding life in South America.

Highlights: Classes start early in Bolivia, the first lessons are at 8am and the morning session goes through to 1pm, volunteers should expect to teach approximately 6 lessons during this time. The children range from 6 - 18 yrs old and as a volunteer you may teach a variety of ages. A normal class size is approximately 30, but this may vary depending on the age and the subject.

Volunteers with no formal teaching experience can also participate at the school. You will assist an existing Bolivian or volunteer teacher with various classes, and if appropriate, once you have gained the necessary experience, you may take a class yourself. For experienced teachers, you will initially assist other teachers to understand the systems before you then look after your own class.

Although there are no formal duties for volunteers in the afternoon, there is still plenty of scope for you run your own clubs, workshops or even competitions. Depending on your aspirations, you could run sports clubs, assist with homework or even set up and arts and crafts competition. There are normally 2 -4 international volunteers at the school at any given time, maybe you could work together to set up your own club.

School runs from Monday to Friday, occasionally there are additional activities on the weekends that you may like to assist with.

Qualifications:
* Minimum age: 17 yrs and above
* Spanish language skills are not required for this project, but any Spanish you speak will enhance your experience. Remember that Spanish lessons are included in the program
* You must speak fluent English
* An intermediate level of Spanish is required if you wish to teach other subjects apart from English
* There are no specific skills required, just a genuine interest to help children with their studies
* An open mind and an ability to show initiative are the best attributes you can posses.

Cost in US$: From 400 GBP

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Bolivia Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Phone Interview

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

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