Caretaker, Mentor & Buddy
Coordinator | Laura
Coordinator | Laura
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Volunteer in a Kinder Garden located in the south of Quito that supports children of poor families.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
KINDER GARDEN IN THE SOUTH OF QUITO
BACKGROUND
This is an institution of social help, without economic benefit, it is located in the south of Quito, it takes care and feeds children of single and teenager mothers as well as to children of poor families of the place. This institution provides breakfast, a snack in the morning, lunch and a snack in the afternoon.
This institution takes care of children from 3 months up to 5 years old and children from 6 to 7 years old. The schedule is from Monday to Friday since 08h30 to 15h00.
The institution has approximately 74 children. The number of children may vary.
NURSERY: 0 months to 3 years old (20 children)
PRE-KINDER: Children of 4 years old (27 children)
KINDER: Children of 5 years old (21 children)
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Children of 6 and 7 years old (6 children)
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
- Taking care of children
- Preparing games and recreational activities
- Elaborating didactic material
- Support with homework and English during the afternoons
- Artistic activities (drawing and painting)
- To help in the area of construction by building a classroom for the children.
If the volunteer wants to stay longer than 3 months, a volunteer visa will be required.
Free-time activities
Volunteers usually visit the town centre which has a lot of museums and beautiful churches. Besides museums and churches, volunteers can also visit the Teleferico in Quito. It is a cable car that leads you just a few hours on foot the Pichincha volcano. Another touristic atraction that is located near from Quito is the Pululahua crater. Volunteers should also visit the Panecillo and the middle of the world monument . Other touristic places that we recommend are Quilotoa lake, San Pablo lake, Cotopaxi national park ,Antisana ecological reserve, Otavalo,Mindo, and Baños.
Concert/
Music
Music
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Requirements
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.
You need to speak Spanish (basic level)
required
CV
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
patience
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
08:30
- 15:00
What's Included
Coordination of the volunteer work
Transfer from the aiport to the host house the day of your arrival
Orientation guide in our office
Accomodation during 4 weeks with a local host family
Food is included ( 3 meals per day)
Transfer out on your departure day
Volunteers are picked up from the aiport by a person of the NGO ( Laura Córdova or someone in charge )
single or shared room, shared bathroom, wifi
vegetarian food avaible, 3 meals per day are included
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) in Quito. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ecuador.
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.
If you are intending to volunteer in Ecuador you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ecuador.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 12 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$840
5 weeks
$990
6 weeks
$1,140
7 weeks
$1,290
8 weeks
$1,440
9 weeks
$1,590
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$2,040
Average fees
$190
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
New Horizons Ecuador
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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Your final payment will be agreed with New Horizons Ecuador during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Caretaker, Mentor & Buddy
Volunteer in a Kinder Garden located in the south of Quito that supports children of poor families.
$190/week
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