Education and School Reinforcement Supporter
Coordinator | Sergio
Coordinator | Sergio
Book with Flex Option!
Choose new departure dates or change to a different volunteer program at no extra costs.
Promote the learning of children from Tlaxaca, Mexico, by giving classes, supporting local teachers, and giving individual reinforcement to students who need it.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
This teaching project centers around accompanying the educational and training process of the community of the Simón Bolivar SC Science and Humanities Educational Center. Here, you will work with students aged 5 to 15 in activities that will help them strengthen their language proficiency, school performance, and social and cultural skills.
In this project, volunteers focus in promoting the learning of children during classes and also after them, in an after school program open to those children who have difficulty learning. Here, we strive to create collaborative and situated work environment, with contexts and situations close to those of the children, so that we can more easily create meaningful learning.
Volunteers may help by performing tasks such as:
- Support local teachers in English classes or other subjects where the volunteer feels ready to help.
- Give support to students in their daily school tasks
- Collaborate with recreational, sports, and cultural activities for the students
- Give workshops on topics like human rights, equity, inclusion, and caring for the environment
- Support the creative reading and writing workshop
- Orient the parents and the guardians of the students at the school
- Restore and give maintenance to school areas
- Help organise activities such as community work, school festivals, and other projects with other local schools
And many other tasks that may arise depending on the specific needs of the school at the moment.
Typical day
Volunteers work on weekdays (Monday through Friday) in two shifts:
- The morning shift, that lasts from 8:00 to 12:00
- The afternoon shift, that lasts from 11:00 to 15:00
The project is located at a 20 minute distance by public transport from the place the volunteer shall be staying at.
Volunteers also have to keep in mind that this project is created in synch with local schools, which means that the existence of additional extracurricular activities depends on school policies and student availability.
Free-time activities
Mexico is a magic place, with a culture rich in traditions and festivals that you might be able to participate in during your stay. That heritage is very noticeable in Mexico's many historical sites, bustling cities, and other places that you cannot miss during your stay in the country. Mexico also has plenty of unique and astonishing nature sights you must see in person. Some of the places in Mexico that we recommend you visit are:
- Ciudad de México: Mexico's capital and largest city, it has many places you can visit, such as a wide array of museums (most recommended are the Anthropology museum, the Modern Art museum, and the Soumaya museum), archaeological areas such as Teotihuacán and El Zócalo, historical buildings such as the ones in Xochimilco, Garibaldi, and Coyoacán, large parks, and even the Cineteca Nacional (where you can explore the national cinematic production, movies produced throughout Mexico's history).
- Tlaxcala and surroundings: The smallest state in Mexico, Tlaxcala is a place known for its large Nahua population, stunning archaeological sites, beautiful haciendas, and nature reserves. Some of the most beautiful places in this state are La Malinche, forests like the Sare firefly sanctuary, places like Va'Quirico and Trinidad, and also visiting during one of the many local festivities like the Día de los Muertos or the Great Tlaxcala Fair.
- Puebla: This city has many interesting places to visit: the Zócalo, the small city of Cholula, many cafés and bars.. North from the city, there's the Northeast Sierra of Puebla, where you can visit towns such as Cuetzalan. Here, you can experience a more rural and natural way of living, filled with local indigenous cultural expressions and traditions.
- Cancún and Mayan riviera: An area with some of the most beautiful beaches in the entire world, you could visit the island of Holbox (known for its bioluminescent plankton), the Playa del Carmen, the Isla Mujeres, Cenotes, and Cancún. There are also many historical sites and ruins you can visit in this area, such as Tulum and Playacar
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Diving/
Snorkling
Snorkling
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Hiking
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
at High school level
CV
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Volunteers must be committed, empathetic, enthusiastic, and willing to collaborate in tasks. Most importantly, they must be passionate about helping children learn.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
- Accommodation during your stay
- Breakfast every day of your stay and lunch on weekdays
- 24/7 support of the Adventure Volunteer team and local organization.
- Monitoring and evaluation of the program.
- Orientation in accommodation and volunteer area and induction to the program.
- Certificate of weeks spent in your volunteering.
- NGO receipt for your program fee.
- Guide, advice and management in the choice of the program.
During your time in the project, you will stay at a guesthouse in Acuitlapilco, Tlaxcala. Here you will sleep in a single or double bed in shared rooms. You will also be able to access things like a bathroom, a kitchen, a living room, a dining room, and a garden.
Breakfast every day of your stay and lunch on weekdays are included.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.
The nearest airport is Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City. We assist you to find cheap flights to Mexico.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Mexico provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Mexico you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Mexico.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
This project runs from the last week of August to the end of June; it is also open during a period from mid-July to mid-August. The project is closed during national holidays, the last two weeks of December and the first week of January.
Volunteers can arrive on any day of the week of their choice, although we recommend that they arrive on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, as this makes their induction into the program much easier.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 12 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$930
5 weeks
$1,098
6 weeks
$1,266
7 weeks
$1,434
8 weeks
$1,602
9 weeks
$1,770
12 weeks
(max. stay)
$2,274
Average fees
$211
/week
The organization charges its fees in EUR. The price table in USD is subject to currency fluctuation.
Adventure Volunteer
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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.
Your final payment will be agreed with Adventure Volunteer during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
Why book with Volunteer World
Volunteer World is the world's leading comparison platform for international volunteer opportunities. We guide you through a safe and easy
application process
- including all necessary payments. Planning your next meaningful trip with Volunteer World gives you free access to our:
Quality Assurance
High ethical standards & transparent social impact
Flex Option
Change your reservation at no extra costs
Refund Guarantee
We refund your fees if Adventure Volunteer cancels your trip
Support & Mediation
We cover your back no matter what happens
Our services are free of charge!
All program fees are charged directly by Adventure Volunteer.
What are people saying about Volunteer World?
Education and School Reinforcement Supporter
Promote the learning of children from Tlaxaca, Mexico, by giving classes, supporting local teachers, and giving individual reinforcement to students who need it.
$188/week
You might be also interested in
Escazu, Costa Rica
As part of our local animal shelter, you'll be responsible for a variety of activities such as feeding, maintenance and engaging with animals!
Quepos, Costa Rica
Volunteer and save turtles, make a difference and meet one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Join us in Pacific CR!
Tenerife, Spain
Contribute to critical whale & dolphin conservation initiatives in the beautiful subtropical island archipelago - Canary Islands.
Napoli, Italy
Help the refugee and migrant community to gain a foothold in Europe by supporting shelters, schools, health care and activities tailored to their long-term integration.
Panamá, Panama
The main objective of the volunteer programme with women in Panama is to provide women with work tools and strengthen their roots.
La Paz, Mexico
Enjoy the ocean while volunteering at the same time. It is very important for the conservation of the environment and species to contribute to the conservation of sharks
404 Not Found
Why am I seeing this?
You requested a page that doesn't exist on this site any more. This could be caused by a link you followed that was out of date, by a typing in the wrong address in the address bar, or simply because the post has been deleted.