The Project
During this project, you can volunteer at a school that has between 50-150 children. The schools are split up into age groups, and older children have primary school subjects like English.
In addition to being exposed to the Costa Rican culture, volunteers will also gain valuable experience that is attractive to future employers. This experience will help broaden your horizon and immerse you in a new way of life.
Your Tasks
On your first day at the center, you will be welcomed in the Volunteer Center and receive a briefing of what you are expected to do during your stay. If you have any questions, there will be a volunteer representative onsite to help you. After your briefing, you will be escorted to the site and introduced to the project team. You are encouraged to volunteer all day so that you can build relationships and trust with the children, however, half-day volunteer positions paired with a Spanish course are also available.
Tasks in this project may include:
- Organizing and participating in games and activities
- Helping with the daily operations of the institution
- Improving the facilities
- Providing care and attention to the children
- Monitoring naps for smaller children
- Supervising children during all activities
Tasks with preschool children may include:
- Teaching math and art
- Helping the children learn very basic English skills
- Preparing materials to help teach during lessons
Volunteers are encouraged to be as creative as possible and use their personal skills in any way they can to make a difference. Ideas and suggestions for new activities are always welcome, and can be discussed with the coordinator onsite.
Free-time activities
As a volunteer in San José, you have many activities available to do in your free time, such as visiting museums and theatres or hiking on
weekends. In addition, the city also offers a vibrant city life and has many
restaurants and bars for you to enjoy. On day excursiones you can explore the amazing beaches and National Parks of Costa Rica.
Program Requirements
Included Services
Before your journey
On-site services
- Single room with local host family
- Half-board (breakfast, dinner)
- Airport pick-up
- Consultation from our experienced staff
- Translation of application profile
- Volunteer work placement
- Advice regarding travel insurance
- Advice on local travels
- Orientation session upon arrival
- Orientation kit
- Country handbook
- Local support
- 24/7 Emergency Number
- Certificate of Participation
Our airport transportation service will pick you up at the airport and take you to your host family.
Living with a host family is a great way to experience a Costa Rican lifestyle and improve your Spanish skills. You will have your own room, but will share bathrooms and other living areas with the family. This type of accommodation is the most authentic way to experience the country’s rich culture first-hand.
Half-board is provided by the host family (breakfast and dinner).
Program Fees
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