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Countryside School Assistant

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6 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 19 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Be a part of Chilean society and get to know the local culture up close
  • Gain Spanish fluency by working at the school and living with a local host family
  • Boost your CV with international experience and foreign language skills

Highlights

  • Be a part of Chilean society and get to know the local culture up close
  • Gain Spanish fluency by working at the school and living with a local host family
  • Boost your CV with international experience and foreign language skills
  • Explore a country that is famous for its amazing landscapes
  • Ignite your passion for cultures and countries beyond your own. You'll gain invaluable insights into the world's rich tapestry, nurturing your curiosity for international diversity.
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 19+
    Singles
    Couples
    50+

    About the program

    Be a volunteer teacher at a rural school in the idyllic south of Chile. It is a self-directed teaching community in which boys, girls & teachers meet on an equal footing.

    This is a fantastic volunteer opportunity to immerse yourself into the local culture while improving your Spanish skills every day!

    The Location
    Volunteers work at a small school in the countryside of the idyllic south of Chile. The school is located near Frutillar, a very popular tourist town right ...

    About the program

    This is a fantastic volunteer opportunity to immerse yourself into the local culture while improving your Spanish skills every day!

    The Location
    Volunteers work at a small school in the countryside of the idyllic south of Chile. The school is located near Frutillar, a very popular tourist town right on Lake Llanquihue overlooking the snow-capped Osorno Volcano. 

    About the School
    It is a self-directed teaching community in which boys, girls and teachers meet on an equal level. The school provides a safe space (physically, emotionally, intellectually) so that the students can develop their natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Students, with or without the help of others, take the initiative to identify their own learning needs, set goals, and identify and implement appropriate strategies. The friendly teaching staff offers maximum support with minimum intervention. The children have freedom and space to explore, play, create, jump, dance, sing, play instruments, solve puzzles, paint, carpentry, do handicrafts, pottery, design, but also write, read, do math, and take part in workshops. 

    The school team consists of 4 supervisors aged between 30 and 45 years. About 20 boys & girls aged 3 to 11 attend the school.

    Typical day

    Volunteers work about 35 hours from Monday to Friday. The school schedule is from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

    Please keep in mind that as a volunteer you have an important role model function. Be aware of your responsibility towards the children. Volunteers are encourage to be proactive and take part in the ...

    Typical day

    Volunteers work about 35 hours from Monday to Friday. The school schedule is from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

    Please keep in mind that as a volunteer you have an important role model function. Be aware of your responsibility towards the children. Volunteers are encourage to be proactive and take part in the community life. This is an amazing opportunity to learn about the local culture and language!

    Volunteer work as an assistant teacher and help to design and enrich the learning environment. The volunteers' areas of responsibility include:
    • Looking after the children at school
    • Supervising free play
    • Shaping and enriching the learning environment
    • Offering projects and workshops
    • Playing, making music, dancing, doing handicrafts, painting
    • Doing sports with the children
    • Promoting the development of children with meaningful activities
    • Teaching the children in your mother tongue
    • Supervising children during mealtimes
    • Assisting in the maintenance of the rooms and outdoor areas
    • Attending the weekly team meeting

    Free-time activities

    Frutillar is a beautiful small town on the picturesque Llanquihue Lake in southern Chile, about 1,000 km south of the capital Santiago de Chile. The town is situated in a small bay. From the shore there is a magnificent view of the snow-capped Osorno volcano.

    Frutillar is a very popular holiday ...

    Free-time activities

    Frutillar is a beautiful small town on the picturesque Llanquihue Lake in southern Chile, about 1,000 km south of the capital Santiago de Chile. The town is situated in a small bay. From the shore there is a magnificent view of the snow-capped Osorno volcano.

    Frutillar is a very popular holiday resort, especially in the Chilean summer months. Nature lovers and outdoor sports fans are drawn to Lake Llanquihue. Deep forests, raging mountain rivers, lovely mountain landscapes and unique national parks characterize this area.

    The next largest cities are Puerto Varas, also on Lake Llanquihue and a major tourist attraction, and Puerto Montt on the Pacific Ocean.

    In their free time volunteers can enjoy the many outdoor activities that this region has to offer, be it in the mountains, in the forest or on the lake. Frutillar also has a very beautiful concert hall located at the shore of the lake where regular events take place. 

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 19 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 19 years old on the program start date.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak Spanish (basic level)

    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.

    Other Skills

    Soft skills are more important than technical skills.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:30 - 15:30

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Single room in Homestay
    • Breakfast, lunch, dinner
    • 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
    • On-site volunteer coordinator
    • 24/7 emergency number
    • Advice on travel insurance
    • Certificate of participation

    Accommodation

    An important part of our volunteer programs has always been to provide an intense glimpse into the culture of the host country. Therefore, our volunteers live in homestays. Living with a local hosts will allow you to experience the country in the most authentic way possible. You can immerse into local customs, taste typical meals, and experience the culture and traditions first-hand. You will quickly realize how much your Spanish skills improve each day. Our homestays are carefully screened and selected, and many hosts have years of experience with our international volunteers.

    You will be provided with a single room, while the bathroom can be private or shared. 

    Food & Beverages

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included from Monday to Sunday. Special dietary requirements, e.g. vegetarians, vegan, food intolerance, etc. can be taken care of but need to be informed to us in advance.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Airport Pickup at El Tepual Airport

    An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is El Tepual Airport (PMC) in Puerto Montt. We assist you to find cheap flights to Chile. 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 Chile provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

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

    Details on arrival

    The volunteer program is open from the beginning of March until the end of January. (School holidays: 2 weeks in July, 1 week in September and during Christmas & New Year). 

    Start and end dates are flexible.

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

    Program fees

    6 weeks (min. stay) 1,150€
    7 weeks 1,268€
    8 weeks 1,387€
    9 weeks 1,505€
    10 weeks 1,624€
    11 weeks 1,743€
    12 weeks 1,861€
    24 weeks (max. stay) 3,285€
    Average fees 164€/week

    Program fees

    164€ per week 6 - 24 weeks Age 19 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    6 - 24 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.

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    Location

    Americas > South America > Chile > Frutillar

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