Most of the children in these schools come from very low income families or local orphanages. The schools in Santa Cruz have roughly 500-600 students, ages 6-18. The schools are supported by donations and low payments made by some of the students families. Volunteers working at these schools will be assisting teachers and depending on their experience can have the opportunity to run their own classes. Volunteers can teach English, Music, Math, Art, History and Dance. The schools we work with in Santa Cruz are severely understaffed and under-funded.
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Where will I be volunteering?
You will be volunteering in Santa Cruz, a safe city and a perfect base for exploring the local attractions. It’s a beautiful city, and is famous for its nightlife. With an assortment of attractions like the Beach Boardwalk, majestic redwood forest, arts and culture events one can never get tired of the Santa Cruz lifestyle.
Project Testimonial: Jack Turton, England
It was a daunting thought that I would be looking after a class of kids and speaking only very little Spanish myself. Read My Full Testimonial »
What will I be doing?
As a volunteer teacher, you will be assisting a teacher in his/her daily lessons. You will only be allowed to lead a class on your own if you have prior experience in teaching, or if you are confident in your abilities.
What is required to volunteer on this project?
- Language Requirement: Intermediate Spanish
- Must be 18 years or older.
What will my schedule be like?
uVolunteer believes that you should have a well balanced work and play schedule. This means you will only be required to work 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday) for a maximum of 6 hours per day. For the remainder of your time, you will be free to enjoy the vacationing aspects of your trip.
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Will I be able to communicate with family and friends?
There are internet cafes throughout the city of Santa Cruz, which will allow you to communicate with your friends and family back home. You will also find pay phones dispersed throughout the town which you can use to make local or international calls with a calling card.
Project Testimonial: Jamie Posa, USA
After all, I was miles and miles from my home in New York and yet I felt right where I belonged. Read My Full Testimonial »
What can I do in my free time?
uVolunteer anticipates and encourages your desire for travel and adventure. Your time away from volunteering is open for you to decide your activities. You may decide to take advantage of the local culture and spend time within the community over the weekend. Otherwise, there is ample opportunity to explore Bolivia and all it has to offer.
Great weekend trips include:
- Explore the local scenery
- Explore the vibrant night life in the restaurants, bars, and discos
- Trek or horseback ride in the mountains, or enjoy other natural excursions
- Visit nearby waterfalls and beaches
Project Testimonial: Katrina Collins, Canada
I really enjoyed my time in this project however if I was to do it again I would do it much differently. Read My Full Testimonial »
- Program Name: Volunteer Bolivia
- Project Name: Volunteer Teaching English in Bolivia
- Project Category: Teaching
- Project Location: Santa Cruz
- Program Fee: A 2 week experience starts from $585; add $120 for each additional week
- Program fees include:
- Airport Pickup Service
- Welcome Orientation and debriefing
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Program Activities
- Project Donation
- In-country coordination support
- 24/7 emergency hot line
- Letter of Recommendation
- Certificate
- Items not included: Flights, travel insurance, visa costs, in-country transportation and any other expense not listed above
- Project Transport Arrangements: Local transportation: walk, bus, or taxi
- Suggested transportation budget: Approximately $25 per week (does not include weekend travel expenses)
- Working Schedule: Monday through Thursday; 4-6 hours per day
- Project Closed Dates:
- Easter Week
- First two weeks of July
- Mid December to February Plus local national holidays as shown in your Volunteer Handbook
- Language Requirement: Intermediate Spanish
- Accommodation Type: Home Stay - Dorm
- Meals: 3 Meals Daily
- Start dates: Fortnightly, on Fridays
- Volunteer Gender: Male & Female
- Minimum age: 18
- Minimum project length: 2 Weeks
- Maximum project length: 52 Weeks
- Maximum number of volunteers: 10
- Resume or CV required: No
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