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Teaching Assistant in Elementary School

location
4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Great 4.4  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Good response rate

Highlights

  • One in a lifetime opportunity: Spend a couple of weeks on the Galapagos Islands
  • Visit these amazing islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean
  • Learn more about the interesting history of the Galapagos Islands
  • Improve your Spanish skills while practicing on a daily basis
  • Make memoried you will never forget during excursions

Especially suitable

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
50+

About the program

Be a volunteer on the world-renowned Galapagos Islands and help teach children in English! Be a role model for the children on these remote islands!

This volunteer project takes place on the world-famous Galapagos Islands, one of the most amazing destinations in the world! This project allows you to become a teaching assistant at schools on the Galapagos.

The priority of this educational project is to improve the level of English on the islands, ...

About the program

This volunteer project takes place on the world-famous Galapagos Islands, one of the most amazing destinations in the world! This project allows you to become a teaching assistant at schools on the Galapagos.

The priority of this educational project is to improve the level of English on the islands, so that they can eventually become less isolated from the mainland. An improved level of English will also enable locals to communicate with tourists, which is essential because tourism is a growing industry within the region. Due to the fact that most schools lack English teachers, volunteers are crucial. Your volunteer work will help many people throughout the region while also giving you the chance to enjoy the beautiful beaches and exotic nature and animals.

There are three different islands you can choose from when participating in this project: San Cristóbal, Santa Cruz, and Isabela Island. Each island has their own local school. Not only will you be helping pupils, but even the teachers will try to improve their own English skills with your help.

Throughout this project, you will witness first-hand how important your help is for the children. The children will see you as a role model, so volunteers should take their work very seriously while working in the schools.


Typical day

You will be working as a assistant teacher in an elementary school. Classes usually take place from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm, which means that you will usually have the afternoons off. The sizes of the school can vary, but there are usually around 100 kids between the ages of 5 -12.

On a typical day, ...

Typical day

You will be working as a assistant teacher in an elementary school. Classes usually take place from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm, which means that you will usually have the afternoons off. The sizes of the school can vary, but there are usually around 100 kids between the ages of 5 -12.

On a typical day, you will assist teachers during classes, help prepare lesson plans, teach the children English, assist with math and computer classes, and play with smaller children during breaks. 


Free-time activities

The Galapagos Islands offer many opportunities for cultural activities and escapes into the nature. You have the possibility to observe the Island's endemic wildlife, animals that do not exist somewhere else! You can do many water activities like swimming, snorkeling, kayak, surfing, diving and ...

Free-time activities

The Galapagos Islands offer many opportunities for cultural activities and escapes into the nature. You have the possibility to observe the Island's endemic wildlife, animals that do not exist somewhere else! You can do many water activities like swimming, snorkeling, kayak, surfing, diving and you can take boat trips to other islands. 


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 Spanish (basic level) or English (fluently)

Education Requirements

at High School level

Criminal Background Check

required

Required Documents

CV and Volunteer Questionnaire

Nationality Restrictions

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

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

What's Included

What's Included

Services by South America Inside

    • Single or twin room in a Homestay (surcharge for single room)
    • Breakfast, lunch, dinner
    • Airport pick-up in Quito and 1 overnight stay in Quito
    • Introduction meeting in Quito
    • Airport drop off in Quito for flight to the Galapagos Islands
    • Airport pick-up on San Cristobal Island
    • Permission to stay on Galapagos as a volunteer
    • Advice from our experienced staff
    • On-going support via WhatsApp, phone or mail
    • Elaboration of your application profile in Spanish
    • Your placement in the volunteer project
    • Pre-departure information
    • Packing list
    • Country handbook
    • Intercultural guide
    • Orientation upon arrival
    • On-site volunteer coordinator
    • 24/7 emergency number
    • Advice on travel insurance
    • Certificate of participation

                                          Not included: Entry fee to the Galapagos Islands, approx. US$ 120

                                          Airport Pickup at Baltra Airport

                                          Accommodation

                                          During the volunteer project, you will stay with a local family that is situated close to the school where you will work. You will share the room with another volunteer, based on availability. Bathrooms and living areas are shared with the host family. This type of accommodation is a great way to learn about the country’s culture and immerse yourself in the Spanish language.

                                          Food & Beverages

                                          The volunteer program includes daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.

                                          Internet Access

                                          Limited access at the project site

                                          What's NOT included?

                                          What's NOT included?

                                          Flight Tickets

                                          The nearest airport is Baltra Airport (GPS) in Galapagos Islands. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ecuador. 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 Ecuador provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

                                          Vaccines

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

                                          Details on arrival

                                          The volunteer work can be joined throughout the year. The start and end date can be set flexible, according to your availability and travel plans. Ask our experienced staff to coordinate your participation in this meaningfull volunteer project.


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                                          Not included:

                                          Entry fee to the Galapagos Islands, approx. US$ 120 (to be paid on site in cash)

                                          Overnight stay in Santa Cruz before heading to Isabela Island (approx. US$ 80-100)

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                                          Availability
                                          Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

                                          Program fees

                                          4 weeks (min. stay) 1,896€
                                          5 weeks 2,163€
                                          6 weeks 2,430€
                                          7 weeks 2,698€
                                          8 weeks 2,965€
                                          9 weeks 3,232€
                                          10 weeks 3,500€
                                          11 weeks 3,767€
                                          12 weeks (max. stay) 4,034€
                                          Average fees 405€/week

                                          Program fees

                                          405€ per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

                                          Payment methods

                                          Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

                                          NO CREDIT CARD FEES


                                          Duration

                                          4 - 12 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 South America Inside during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


                                          Meet your organization

                                          South America Inside

                                          Great 4.4 rating (78 reviews)

                                          Agency - founded in 2003

                                          Verified by Volunteer World

                                            Good response rate

                                          Coordinated by

                                          Marion

                                          Spoken languages: German, Spanish, English

                                          About the project

                                          South America Inside promotes intercultural, linguistic and educational exchanges. Its volunteer programs are addressed to students, professionals and retirees.

                                          Meet your organization

                                          South America Inside is an intercultural management agency, founded back in 2003, which specializes in the promotion of programs abroad, language travel and educational programs throughout Latin America.

                                          Since 2007, to enrich the experience of our global-minded clients and to provide them with even more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding their program offerings throughout South and Central America.

                                          Working together with some of the best language schools in Latin America, South America Inside provides high quality language courses in almost every Latin American country.

                                          Thanks to a professional team of motivated and friendly staff, South America Inside has been very successful over the past several years and have been able to establish an outstanding network of what we call "Insider Contacts." To enrich the experience of their clients and to provide them with more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding our program offerings throughout Central and South America, in addition to our well-established Chilean programs.

                                          Volunteer Work

                                          Do you dream of staying abroad while doing something positive? Are you looking for a unique experience that will leave a mark on your life? Then a Volunteer Work program in South America or Central America is perfect for you!

                                          With South America Inside you can combine an adventure abroad with social commitment, and create lasting memories in Latin America. Support the protection of endangered species; help a local community construct new homes; give new hope to impoverished children.

                                          The possibilities to lend a hand are diverse, as there are the many places where help is needed. We have classified our volunteer projects in different areas so you can easily find the one (or more!) projects that best match your needs and interests.

                                          Why with us

                                          There are many persuasive reasons that speak in favor of South America Inside when it comes to selecting your perfect provider of language, study and volunteer travel abroad. Following, we have prepared a short summary so that you can get us to know a little better.

                                          Our Insider benefits at a glance:

                                            Regional Experience
                                          Over one decade (established in 2003) of dedication to language, work and study travel programs in Latin America. Thanks to our long standing work and life experience in the South American continent, we know this region really well. Therefore, we can help and inform you in a professional and competent way.

                                            Multifaceted Offers
                                          Over time we have developed new programs to offer a wide array of work abroad opportunities to our clients. We have been pioneers in launching new exchange programs, as we have been the first in offering Work & Travel/Working Holiday and Farm Stays in Chile and successfully introduced these programs into the market back in 2005. Since 2012, we are the only agency to offer this type of program in Costa Rica.

                                            Insider Advice
                                          Despite living in the modern era of the internet, we know that reliable and competent advice is still an important criterion for most of us. At South America Inside, you will find the benefits of an internet provider and an independent travel agency. We will be glad to pass on our extensive knowledge and regional experience.!

                                            Location
                                          It is difficult to run programs when there is nobody “on the ground” to evaluate existing options and search for new opportunities. So, we are located in Chile, on location, and we know everything that is going on first hand. We know what it is like to live as a foreigner in South America and will be happy to assist you in making your stay unforgettable!

                                            Independence
                                          South America Inside is an independent provider of language courses, internships, volunteer work, Farm Stays and Work & Travel programs in Latin America. We neither depend financially nor structurally on any other company, language school, association or organization. Therefore, we are able to give personalized information in accordance to your needs and availability.

                                          •  Multilingual Team

                                          Our team is multilingual and international! We speak fluent English, Spanish and German, as well as some French and Portuguese. With our customers, we can communicate in their native language and we avoid misunderstandings with local partners by communicating in Spanish with them. You can be sure that there will be an English-speaking contact person for you before, during, and after your stay.

                                            Customer Service
                                          Excellent customer service is one of the most important goals for South America Inside, and this is evident with the positive feedback we regularly receive from our many happy clients. Emails are answered within 48 business hours and every client is treated with the same friendliness and expertise.

                                            Gapless and Accurate Information flow
                                          With South America Inside you will have one and the same contact person before, during and after your trip. With that said, we guarantee a gapless and accurate information flow and you will always be very well informed.

                                            Approved Program Places
                                          Many of our program places, especially in the area of internships and volunteer work, are designed in the way that they will be recognized by most universities, colleges or academies.

                                          78 reviews · rating4.4

                                          Hi Melanie (from South America Inside), I arrived well! Thank you for asking. My home stay is so sweet. The people here are really kind. I have seen already a lot and I am looking forward to go diving and visit the other islands in the weekend. Today was my first day of school. Tomorrow I ...
                                          lyne bourbonnais rating3.8

                                          2024 at Eco Farm Worker

                                          j'ai bien aimé mon expérience à Antigua qui est une superbe ville facile à visiter. Vivre dans une famille, y prendre les repas est une très belle incursion dans la vie guatémaltèque. et quoi de mieux pour l'immersion en langue espagnole! eco farm: bien qu'au départ je n'ai pas bien saisi ...
                                          GERALDINE QUIRKE rating3.2

                                          2024 at Work in a National Park

                                          When I scheduled volunteer time the indication was that there was a limited number of volunteers based on the projects/work to be done. As more and more volunteers arrived i realized that we were more valued for the money we paid than for the limited amount of work to be done. Also, I felt that ...
                                          Floriana D. rating5

                                          2023 at Local Wildlife Helper

                                          Hey there, I love my experience, it is amazing !!! Tomorrow I am going to visit and I am working, it's going very well ! Thank you for everything!! ...
                                          Emilie Hasni rating4.2

                                          2023 at Help Save Sea Turtles

                                          Magnifique expérience avec les tortues et avec les autres volontaires aussi. Le cadre est magnifique, les couchers de soleil et les balades dans la nature autour du lieu du volontariat sont superbes. Petite info : si tu veux avoir internet, le seul réseau qui fonctionne est Kolbi. Nous on a ...
                                          Ich bin gut auf der Osterinsel angekommen. Wurde von dem Projektleiter am Flughafen abgeholt. Er hatte sogar eine Kollegin mit, die deutsch spricht, sollte ich mit spanisch nicht so gut umgehen können. Echt toll! Die Unterkunft ist gut und ordentlich und groß, sie liegt am Ende der Ortschaft, ...

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                                          Americas > South America > Ecuador > Isabela Island

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