Description:
Join GVI on this volunteer program teaching English to indigenous children in communities situated near Antigua, Guatemala. By teaching English to these children, while working with a qualified TEFL trainer, the children are more likely to learn English and pass their exams. As a volunteer teacher you will spend half the day teaching English and the other half planning the next day's lessons with your TEFL teacher. Volunteers on this project will take an introductory TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) course in Guatemala which will help prepare you for your teaching job ahead.
* How this program makes a difference:
The GVI project in Guatemala makes a huge difference to these children. The English they learn in school is often from a Guatemalan teacher who has no grasp of the English language, and is teaching from a book. By providing the children with natural English teaching, they will have more of chance of passing the year and going on to higher paying jobs because of their language skills.
Highlights:
* Live with a host family in Antigua
* Learn Spanish (optional)
* Receiving an Introduction to TEFL
* Teach indigenous children in remote communities
* Go on adventure weekends
* Attend various cultural workshops and/or events
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
* Introduction to TEFL/TESOL Certification
GVI's TEFL/TESOL program is recognized as both a teacher training ground and a provider of quality English classes to local people. GVI is listed as an Institutional Member of the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL) and is a Member of the College of Teachers (CoT).
* TEFL Job Placement Service
GVI offers a job placement service to help expedition members find paid positions in the TEFL industry once their certification is complete.
* College Credit
Colleges throughout North America have granted college credit for GVI TEFL programs. Consult the College Credit page in the Resources section of the GVI website for more information.
Language:
English
Cost in US$: From $1840 for 4 weeks
Cost Includes: The Volunteer contribution includes all your food, accommodation, training materials and project equipment.
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
academic reinforcement,
community centers,
community development,
education,
English teaching,
literacy,
popular education,
public education,
teaching,
volunteering,
youth
and youth development
This Program is open to
World Wide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Couples and Individuals.
Participants Travel to Guatemala
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time Is 1-2 weeks
Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 2008 marks a decade of commitment from GVI to all volunteers and partners. 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