Special Education Support
Coordinator | Jose
Coordinator | Jose
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Encourage the educational opportunities of children with special needs by teaching them general knowledge, music, educational games, and workshops.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
With this program, we aim to support institutions, either private or state-owned, that aid in the care and development of individuals that are mentally or physically handicapped. Volunteers joining the special needs education program will be working alongside staff to maximize the opportunities for development of people in the project.
As a volunteer, you will be helping to teach basic skills like handicrafts, basic home education, music, educational games, and workshops. You will also be helping staff to organize the project and to cook.
Volunteers working in this program should be resourceful, patient and have a very happy disposition. People with backgrounds in psychology, therapy, and education are encouraged to apply to special needs program.
What could I be doing?
-Teaching various classes such as handicrafts, painting, and reading.
-Helping feed students.
-Assisting staff in daily tasks,
-Helping to create educational material.
-Helping to plan classes.
Working hours are usually 6 hours per day Monday to Friday.
Typical day
Working hours are usually 6 hours per day Monday to Friday. With lunch breaks includeed.
Free-time activities
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Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
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 English (basic level)
or Spanish (basic level)
required
CV, background check and application form and passport
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
from
08:00
- 15:00
What's Included
- Accommodation:
Host family , in private room with two meals per day
OR
Dorms: In shared accommodation with breakfast at extra cost - Participation in cultural activities.
- On call support throughout the service.
- Coordination with the host country organization of volunteer service.
- Orientation to volunteer work or intern placement
- Welcome at airport with transport.
- Certificate of program completion.
One of our coordinators will pick you up at the airport and take to your guesthouse.
Host family , in a private room with two meals per day, you will have a private bathroom shared bathroom.
Guest Family
Host family , in private room with two meals per day
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City. We assist you to find cheap flights to Guatemala.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Guatemala provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Guatemala you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Guatemala.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Please select a Sunday for arrival.
Our team will guide you for the best Sunday start date for your project
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 24 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,057
5 weeks
$1,204
6 weeks
$1,352
7 weeks
$1,500
8 weeks
$1,647
9 weeks
$1,789
10 weeks
$1,924
11 weeks
$2,036
12 weeks
$2,139
24 weeks
(max. stay)
$3,491
Average fees
$205
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
Integrated Learning Experience
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 Integrated Learning Experience during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Special Education Support
Encourage the educational opportunities of children with special needs by teaching them general knowledge, music, educational games, and workshops.
$205/week
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