à partir de 1 722€

Excellent 4.8rating (40)

Kids English Teacher

location
4 - 12 semaines  ·  Âge 18 - 50+

rating  Excellent 4.8  · 
  Vérifié par Volunteer World
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Clou

  • Become more passionate and teach others as you gain hands-on international language teaching experience.
  • Make lifelong memories as you explore the area, see secret waterfalls, surf amazing waves, and watch breathtaking sunsets in between classes.
  • Learn effective and meaningful ways to create and deliver language lessons with eager locals who are excited to learn English.
  • Enjoy local cuisine while living at our modern yet rustic lodge located one minute from the waves.
  • Experience local beach town life while working hand-in-hand with children and adult learners in Matapalo, Costa Rica.

Particulièrement approprié pour

Âge 18+
Seul voyageur
Couples
Familles
Groupes
50+
Fauteuil roulant

À propos du programme

Become an important member of our language school in a tropical beach town. Join the fun & make a long lasting difference for learners in beautiful Matapalo, Costa Rica!

Our program empowers volunteers to gain professional and personal experience while helping children and adults from a low-income community learn English. WeVol is located on the pristine Matapalo beach just fifteen minutes north of Dominical and thirty minutes south of Quepos-Manuel Antonio. Known ...

À propos du programme

Our program empowers volunteers to gain professional and personal experience while helping children and adults from a low-income community learn English. WeVol is located on the pristine Matapalo beach just fifteen minutes north of Dominical and thirty minutes south of Quepos-Manuel Antonio. Known for its beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and laid back culture, Costa Rica is consistently a top choice for eager globetrotters. 

Matapalo evokes the Costa Rica of yesteryear with empty beaches, roadside ceviche shacks, and endless miles of stunning beaches and vibrant tropical jungle. Volunteers not only get to know and work with local Costa Ricans of all ages, but truly experience the Pura Vida lifestyle that attracts so many travelers to this peaceful nation. Our experienced staff will train you on effective English teaching skills so you are prepared to deliver engaging language lessons. Your work will directly impact the livelihood of locals who are dependent on tourism and parents who are eager for their children to speak English. 

After classes, those who enjoy catching their own dinner will have a chance to catch a red snapper or a tasty bass. Immerse yourself in a Costa Rican community while supporting our long-term language learning project and experience a unique opportunity to live closely and work with local families. Based on volunteers´desires, you will be working with children or adults and living in picturesque Matapalo beach. 

In addition, volunteers are encouraged to spearhead innovative teaching programs based on their skills and experience. WeVOL accepts volunteers who are traveling solo, partners, groups, and families. Volunteers receive a certificate of completion for service hours worked. If you are interested in getting even more active, we encourage you to seek extreme sports by enrolling in Surf School, going horseback riding, rafting or kayaking, and more exciting area excursions. Plus, you can join WeVol's Spanish Classes for an additional fee.


Journée typique

7:30: Breakfast on your own
8:00 - 11:00: English Teaching at WeVol
11:00 - 12:00: Free Time
12: 00 - 13:30: Cleaning up, preparing lessons and materials, organizing for the next day
13:30 - 14:30: Fresh Lunch
14:30 - 16:30: Kids After School Camp
16:30 - 17:30: Beach time - sunset, beach walks, surf
17:30 ...

Journée typique

7:30: Breakfast on your own
8:00 - 11:00: English Teaching at WeVol
11:00 - 12:00: Free Time
12: 00 - 13:30: Cleaning up, preparing lessons and materials, organizing for the next day
13:30 - 14:30: Fresh Lunch
14:30 - 16:30: Kids After School Camp
16:30 - 17:30: Beach time - sunset, beach walks, surf
17:30 - 19:30: Shower, call home, internet time
19:30: Healthy Dinner


Activités de loisirs

Participants will have free time to enjoy sunsets daily and maximize their weekend fun. In addition to the stunning beach, Matapalo also has a great skate park, paved roads for cycling, and a well-maintained soccer field. Located in between Dominical and Manuel Antonio National Park, our town is ...

Activités de loisirs

Participants will have free time to enjoy sunsets daily and maximize their weekend fun. In addition to the stunning beach, Matapalo also has a great skate park, paved roads for cycling, and a well-maintained soccer field. Located in between Dominical and Manuel Antonio National Park, our town is full of options during your free time. Besides the beach activities, participants can shop at the thriving local artisan market in Dominical, head to Quepos to find unique souvenirs, and experience the local farmers´ market which is a sensory overload of smells, colors, and beautiful people. The free time activities here are endless and the only challenge will be fitting them all in before you head home or continue your travels.

Conditions

Conditions

Âge minimum: 18 ans

Pour participer à ce programme tu dois avoir au moins 18 ans quand le programme commence. Il peut y avoir des exceptions si tu peux montrer la permission de ton tuteur légal ou si tu es accompagné(e) par l'un de tes parents.

Compétences linguistiques

Tu dois parler Anglais (couramment)

Exigences en matière de formation

à niveau High School Diploma

Vérification des Antécédents Criminels

requis

Documents Requis

High School or College Diploma and Letter of Reference

Restrictions de Nationalité

Aucune restriction. De l'aide venant de tous les coins du monde est bienvenu.

Autres Compétences

Native or Fluent English Speaker

Engagement horaire

Nous avons besoin de ton aide pour lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi, vendredi et samedi de 07:00 - 14:30

Services inclus

Services inclus

Services de WeVOL

  • Arrival Transportation
  • Shared Room Accommodation
  • Lunch & Dinner daily
  • Orientation & Teacher Training
  • Transportation to School & Language Center
  • Waterfall Tour
  • Early morning, mid-afternoon or late evening snack daily
  • Surfboards (with Surf School programs)

Transfert de l'aéroport Juan Santamaria International Airport

All participants fly into SJO International Airport and the shuttle driver will be there to greet you. The shuttle service takes all participants directly to WeVOL's lodge. Your airport pickup will be confirm prior to your departure from home and we will be in contact with you as you travel to Costa Rica.

Logement

Matapalo is a small beach town on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast that thrives on a new tourism industry.  Our rooms are comfortable, unique, and perfect to experience the natural beauty of Costa Rica while relaxing in between classes and exploring. All rooms have a private bathroom and air conditioning is available. Rooms are comfortable with double, twin, and bunk beds and include all basic features needed to ensure a comfortable stay and total privacy during your down time. Our accommodations are designed to fit and blend in to our natural surroundings and tropical gardens. Relax and unwind as you hear the sounds of waves and wildlife. We spend every afternoon enjoying the blazing sunsets and often share time with evening bonfires as the moon rises over the ocean. WeVOL participants live in a tropical, coastal environment, it’s recommended that you bring plenty of sunscreen and bug spray. Be sure to bring a flashlight or headlamp. Don’t forget your swim suit and a rash guard. The weather is very hot, so pack light summer clothes.

Aliments & Boissons

We are known for our great food! Enjoy healthy, locally sourced meals with the freshest ingredients along with caring, friendly service. We are proud to serve fresh and local produce whenever possible in all of our dishes. Our extensive menu caters to all types of lifestyles and dietary requirements or preferences. Breakfast is not included, but we have a kitchen area and coffee bar for volunteers open every morning at 7:30am. 

Sample Menu:

Lunch:

  • Chicken Salad Sandwich with provolone on wheat roll with vegetables
  • Vegetarian: Eggplant sandwich on wheat roll with vegetables

Dinner:

  • Pasta Salad with ham
  • Vegetarian: Pasta Salad with garlic mushrooms

All dietary requirements are catered for (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian, no seafood, dairy free, etc). 
Our team enjoys meeting the needs of our volunteers - fresh fruit, drinking water, juices, and coffee/tea are provided.

Accès à Internet

Bon accès sur le site du projet

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

Billets d'avion

L'aéroport le plus proche est Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) à San Jose. Nous t'aidons à trouver des vols pas chers pour aller en Costa Rica. TROUVER DES VOLS PAS CHERS

Assurance Voyage

Partir à l'étranger est une aventure et c'est toujours mieux d'être bien préparé. Que ce soit une maladie soudaine, une blessure ou du vol - une assurance voyage pour Costa Rica te protège en cas de situation imprévue. OBTENIR UN DEVIS

Vaccins

Si tu envisages de faire du bénévolat en Costa Rica, nous te conseillons de consulter un médecin avant le début de ton voyage. Renseigne-toi sur les vaccins nécessaires pour Costa Rica. INFOS VACCINS

Informations sur l'arrivée

All programs start on Monday and arrival transportation is offered every Sunday departing around 2pm from the San Jose area. Participants stay at Guava Lodge located in Matapalo, Costa Rica. Guava Lodge is a five-room modern lodge with a restaurant on-site. Air conditioning is and private rooms are available for additional fees. Guava Lodge is located 200 meters from the ocean and has a lovely tropical garden with lush flora and fascinating fauna - imagine monkeys, scarlet macaws, avocado trees and hibiscus flowers! Each room has a private bathroom. Towels and linens are provided. Our staff will make sure that you will feel at home as soon as you arrive. 

Disponibilité
janv. févr. mars avril mai juin juil. août sept. oct. nov. déc.

Frais de Programme

4 semaines (durée min.) 1 722€
5 semaines 2 158€
6 semaines 2 595€
7 semaines 3 031€
8 semaines 3 444€
9 semaines 3 880€
12 semaines (durée max.) 5 190€
Prix moyen 431€/semaine

Frais de Programme

431€ par semaine 4 - 12 semaines Âge 18 - 50+

Méthodes de payement

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

PAS DE FRAIS DE CARTE DE CRÉDIT


Durée

4 - 12 semaines

Acompte

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Paiement final

Le paiement du montant restant doit être organisé avec WeVOL durant le processus de candidature. Très souvent ce paiement est effectué par virement bancaire ou en espèces.


Rencontrez votre hôte

WeVOL

Excellent 4.8 rating (40 avis)

Non lucratif

Vérifié par Volunteer World

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Hébergé par

Kerri

Langues parlées: Anglais

Sur le projet

WeVOL offers meaningful voluntourism and adventure programs supporting English learning in local public schools and community development projects in rural Costa Rica.

Rencontrez votre hôte

Travel Like You Care is our motto and WeVOL knows how to do it!
WeVOL accepts eager globetrotters who want to experience and give back to Costa Rica in meaningful and memorable ways.

Who we are? 
The WeVOL team is composed of bilingual international tourism and education professionals who have worked in Costa Rica for more than twenty years. We are ready to assist you during every step of your travel and volunteer experience. Our team consists of Costa Rican and international staff members who lead and manage volunteer activities, provide delicious and nutritious meals, and ensure that lodging and amenities meet your expectations. Our team enjoys working AND playing hard, plus sharing the Pura Vida lifestyle with all participants. We are more than happy to share our local knowledge with volunteers. We offer Pre-Trip Packing and Arrival Support, Orientation & Training upon arrival, and dedicated support during your volunteer work. 

What we do?
Our program empowers volunteers to gain professional and personal experience while also helping and supporting people living in a low-income community.  To do this, WeVOL offers meaningful volunteer experiences that combine hard work, dedication, a desire to explore cultures and meet new people, and a mutual cross-cultural exchange of talents and expertise. Immerse yourself in a Costa Rican community while supporting our long- and short-term projects, plus experience a unique opportunity to live and work with local families. WeVOL takes the stress out of trip planning so our participants truly maximize their well-deserved vacation time.

Where we work?
WeVOL is located in Matapalo, Costa Rica - an ideal destination for first-time and experienced volunteers. Costa Rica boosts progressive environmental and social policies and is widely considered one of the most sustainable countries on our planet. At the same time, Costa Rica is still a developing country with a low national income and a number of socioeconomic issues. WeVOL offers a variety of ways for eager travelers to get involved and help the vulnerable population living in our quaint beach town. Not only will you support positive community development as a volunteer with WeVOL and make new friends, you will also relish in the natural beauty of our lodge. All rooms are nestled in a lush garden surrounded by fruit trees (imagine: avocados growing right outside of your window) and is located less than a 1-minute walk to the beach.

Visitors to Costa Rica must have a valid passport as well as proof of their exit from the country before their visa or entry stamp expires. The visa stamp is usually 90 days. Proof of exit is needed and the immigration officer will ask for it upon your arrival and possibly from your point of departure. Entry into Costa Rica is valid for all countries. 

Our Mission
WeVOL's mission is to save eager globetrotters stress, time, and money while supporting their personal goals of giving back to local communities and experiencing meaningful cross-cultural exchange. 

Our Goals
As an innovative international volunteer and travel company, WeVOL's goal is for all participants to contribute their time to work on projects and causes with the aim of bringing benefits and knowledge to our local beach community. 

Who are we looking for?
WeVOL welcomes and supports travelers from all over the world, with special needs or handicapped, and regardless of religious or political views, sexual orientation, or race. Participants working directly with schoolchildren in local schools are required to be 18 years of age or older and be fluent or native English speaker. 

Why choose us?
Travel Like You Care is our motto and WeVOL knows how to do it!
We have a great beach town location and modern lodge. We will be sure your volunteer time is well spent. Plus, you will enjoy three amazingly delicious and fresh meals per day. The WeVOL team is excited to receive volunteers from around the world - you will be in great and knowledgable hands! 

Accommodation
Volunteers stay at our modern and fully equipped lodge located less than a 1-minute walk from the beach. Each room has a maximum of three volunteers and there is a private bathroom in each room. Accommodations are high quality, modern, clean, and comfortable with free high-speed WiFi connection.

Volunteer Work
A half-day orientation will be provided for all volunteers. Culture, greetings, locations, transportation, safety, and volunteer requirements are discussed and agreed upon during Orientation with the local staff and team. As needed, transportation will be provided to-and-from volunteer work sites and schools. All participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of their volunteer program.

Meals
Volunteers are provided with three freshly cooked meals a day. Meals vary and generally include freshly made soups, vegetables, meat, salad, rice, potatoes, juice, dessert. Plus, we cater to all dietary restrictions and preferences. 

40 avis · rating4.8

Caroline Corcoles rating4.4

2023 at Kids English Teacher

I spent two wonderful months in Matapalo, being part of the WeVol team. WeVol is a small and very close knitted community, and Kerri and Jaime are amazing hosts. A kindhearted couple, always making sure to put the well-being of the volunteers first. They were like a family to me and made me feel ...
Juul van Heemskerck van Beest rating4.8

2023 at Kids English Teacher

I recently had the privilege of participating in a remarkable volunteer project in Matapalo, and I am excited to share my experience. This endeavor involved working with children, and I must say that it was an incredibly fulfilling and rewarding journey. The care and support provided by Kerri and ...
Monica de Luca rating4.2

2023 at Kids English Teacher

I had a great experience volunteering with WeVol! The hosts were very welcoming and made myself and my group feel comfortable. We had the opportunity to help the children with English lessons & organize activities. Would definitely recommend to ...
Sina Prokop rating4.8

2022 at Kids English Teacher

Where do I start? 3 months ago I was at a similar place you might be in, searching through what felt like endless options and unsure what to look for in volunteer organizations. However, if you are still unsure if you wanted to participate in any kind of volunteer work, it may help you to know ...
Amanda Shor rating5

2022 at Kids English Teacher

Volunteered as Office Manager, ESL Teacher and TEFL Co-Teacher. I met Kerri and the folks at Travel Like You Care after completing my own TEFL cert in the fall of 2009. I wanted to clock in some hours so I started teaching with Kerri in the local community; a curriculum based on English around ...
Sarah Jones rating5

2022 at Kids English Teacher

Our experience in Costa Rica with Kerri and WeVOL was life changing - and though that sounds dramatic, it’s really what happened. Our lives changed!! We spent 4 weeks in the Teaching English Program and were able to get hands on experience both in the classroom in the local schools as well as ...

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