• Quality Education

Teach English and make a lasting impact in Peru

location
4 - 50 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Brilliant 4.7  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Experience Peruvian culture while living in the white city (Arequipa), surrounded by valleys and at the foot of a volcano.
  • Gain Spanish fluency by teaching and sharing experiences with kids and our local team.
  • Increase your awareness about international development issues.

Highlights

  • Experience Peruvian culture while living in the white city (Arequipa), surrounded by valleys and at the foot of a volcano.
  • Gain Spanish fluency by teaching and sharing experiences with kids and our local team.
  • Increase your awareness about international development issues.
  • Make memories you'll never forget with your fellow participants.
  • Take advantage of living in Peru, discover our rich culinary culture and visit one of the Wonders of the World.

    • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    English with HOOP is an after-school space that provides a stimulating English learning environment for children and adolescents from the outskirts of Arequipa.

    🏔️General Information

    • Volunteer title: Lead Teacher
    • Based at: HOOP Community Center, Cerro Colorado, Arequipa, Peru
    • Minimum time commitment: 3 months
    • Position reports to: Program Coordinator
    • Program purpose summary: To improve the English speaking, reading, writing and listening ability of the ...

    About the program

    🏔️General Information

    • Volunteer title: Lead Teacher
    • Based at: HOOP Community Center, Cerro Colorado, Arequipa, Peru
    • Minimum time commitment: 3 months
    • Position reports to: Program Coordinator
    • Program purpose summary: To improve the English speaking, reading, writing and listening ability of the students in your class using the curriculum, effective lesson planning, and dynamic teaching methods. 

    🦸🏻‍♂️Volunteer requirements

    • To confirm the application: CV, Reference letter, and Criminal Background check.
    • To confirm participation: Flight confirmation.
    • Important: Fee-free! We don't charge any volunteer/application fee.

    🤗WHAT WE OFFER

    • 24-hour in-country support.

    • Airport pick-up in Arequipa.

    • Daily office snacks and arrival kit.

    • Program training and weekly check-ins.

    • Certificates (and Reference letter, upon request).

    • Professional and practical experience in a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment.

    • Experience and a new network in the NGO sector, plus learn about international development issues.

    And our PLUS: LOCAL EXPERIENCES such as...

    • Quick-start quechua classes with moms of our community.

    • Workshops on quena flute and other traditional instruments.

    • Cooking classes with our moms! And a taste of yummy Peruvian food!

    • Workshops on traditional Peruvian dances! 

    We organize one of these experiences per month! So the longer you stay... the more Peruvian you get!😉 

    We are waiting for you!💙

    Typical day

    📝Functions

    • Plan classes for students between the ages of 3 - 17 (each volunteer will teach a specific age group, so they won’t have to plan for so many ages). 
    • Teach English to one group of 20 students (Monday to Friday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm / Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm).
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    Typical day

    📝Functions

    • Plan classes for students between the ages of 3 - 17 (each volunteer will teach a specific age group, so they won’t have to plan for so many ages). 
    • Teach English to one group of 20 students (Monday to Friday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm / Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm).
    • Participate in Education team meetings, alongside a few other general HOOP activities.

    Free-time activities

    We highly recommend that you and your fellow volunteers plan activities together and discover Arequipa! Our staff is happy to give suggestions and help you along the way. 

    Free-time activities

    We highly recommend that you and your fellow volunteers plan activities together and discover Arequipa! Our staff is happy to give suggestions and help you along the way. 

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (fluently) or Spanish (basic level)

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV, Reference letter and Criminal Background check.

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    - Native or fluent English - Intermediate Spanish (highly recommended for your own comfort). - Highly motivated and dynamic personality. - Feel confortable teaching children.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 15:30 - 17:30

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Airport Pickup at Rodriguez Ballon International Airport

    Airport pick-up, from Arequipa International Airport (Alfredo Rodriguez Ballón).

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Accommodation

    Please arrange your own accommodation.

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP) in Arequipa. We assist you to find cheap flights to Peru. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Peru provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Peru you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Peru. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    The 2023 HOOP English Program goes from March to December. To guarantee an optimal learning experience, for both kids and volunteers, we encourage participation of 3+ months but require a minimum commitment of 1 month.

    You can participate in the program in any of the following periods:

    • March - Mid-July  (winter break)
    • Mid-August - December (summer break)


    Availability
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    Program fees

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    50 weeks (max. stay) 0€
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    Program fees

    0€ per week 4 - 50 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 50 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with HOOP Peru during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

    Meet your organization

    HOOP Peru

    Brilliant 4.7 rating (7 reviews)

    Non-profit - founded in 2012

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Very high response rate

    Coordinated by

    Melani

    Spoken languages: French, English, Spanish

    About the project

    Our vision is to break the cycle of poverty through education in Flora Tristán, an impoverished neighbourhood in Arequipa, Peru.

    Meet your organization

    HOOP Peru is a non-profit organisation enhancing the education of disadvantaged children and their families in Flora Tristan and the surrounding communities.

    Helping Overcome Obstacles Peru (HOOP) was founded in Flora Tristán in 2012. After witnessing first-hand the poverty, social problems, and lack of opportunities in the community, the HOOP co-founders decided they would do whatever they could to help. Knowing the transformative power of education, they set up HOOP as a registered charity with the aim of lifting families out of poverty through projects delivered at our school in Flora Tristán.

    HOOP has continued to grow ever since, and is now an important part of life for many families in the community. The relationship and trust we have is exceptional and allows us to create a lasting impact on the lives of the families we work with.

    We believe education is for everyone, so we provide strategic educational programs to give people of all ages the opportunity to advance their education, health, self-confidence and better their quality of life.

    7 reviews · rating4.7

    Michale rating5

    2015 at Children's English Teacher

    I had the time of my life with HOOP. Even though I spent five months with HOOP, I wish I could have stayed longer. After high school, I wanted to go abroad and work voluntarily. I researched lots of organizations, and when I found out about HOOP, I liked their program immediately and it seemed ...
    Chris rating4.4

    2015 at Children's English Teacher

    I’ve volunteered with several organizations in Latin America. With all honesty HOOP has been the most organized and has given me the most satisfaction. In addition to the volunteering, the comradery among the international volunteers, Peruvian volunteers and staff will make your experience in ...
    Eric rating4.4

    2015 at Children's English Teacher

    HOOP is open to new ideas and has a real impact on the community. Volunteering with HOOP has been one of the most enriching things I’ve done in my life. I was travelling without any specific plan when I came across HOOP. I thought it would be a good experience and a nice challenge. After my ...
    I couldn’t have chosen a better organization to volunteer with! Each day I came home with a smile on my face knowing that HOOP has made a difference. I had always wanted to volunteer overseas and I wanted to gain teaching experience, so I decided to join HOOP for part of my university year ...
    Carlos rating4.8

    2014 at Children's English Teacher

    I would definitely recommend volunteering with HOOP. It is an experience of a lifetime. I was born in Arequipa, and have lived here ever since. I couldn’t let go of the opportunity to join this organisation that has been working with poor areas in Arequipa. All the people that HOOP has ...
    The best decision I ever made was going to Peru to work as a Communications and Development Coordinator for HOOP. Within my first weeks I was already in charge of a huge fundraising campaign; securing one third of the NGO’s budget for the year, managing and writing blogs, applying to grants, ...

    Location

    Americas > South America > Peru > Arequipa

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