Volunteer Tour to Teach in South America

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Otavalo

  Peru

• All Other Areas in Peru: 
Arequipa

Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: Visit our website for upcoming start dates

Description: Join GVI on this South American program and learn Spanish while you teach children in indigenous communities in both Peru and Ecuador. In Peru you will teach in the 'pueblos jovenes' (young towns) just outside Arequipa; in Ecuador you will live in the lovely little market town of Otavalo and work in rural communities up in the Andes. GVI, along with leaders and teachers of the communities in both countries, have developed educational programs and 'aulas abiertas' (open classrooms). GVI schools have also started up, to help the understaffed schools in the region and assist children and adults who otherwise may not have the opportunity of a full formal education. During your time volunteering in South America, you will also learn or improve your Spanish, and have the opportunity to explore the best of Peru and Ecuador on several side trips.

How this program makes a difference:

GVI's aims are first and foremost in education and particular attention is paid to improving the standards of literacy and education of the children of each community. GVI, with the full support of the leaders of the communities and the schools, aims to tackle these issues. As the volunteers teach alongside local teachers and on their own, the children in the schools can be grouped by age and grade. Therefore more attention can be paid to the children and the required subjects, and we can identify those children who require further help. Coupled with paying for the school supplies, it is hoped that more children will attend and will receive the attention needed for their standard of education to improve.

Highlights:
* Learn Spanish
* Live with a local family
* Biking and hiking trips in Peru and Ecuador
* Three day hike in Colca Canyon
* Watch the mesmerizing flight of the condor
* Seven day tour to visit Machu Picchu and more
* See the Nazca Lines
* Visit the Paracas Nature Reserve

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as you will receive training in the field.

Cost in US$: From USD 5,660 for 3 months

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

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