Teach English at Schools in Cusco, Peru

  Peru

• Cusco: 
Cusco

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: multiple start dates year round

Description: Be part of it with i-to-i!
Our goal is to achieve 400yrs of combined volunteering all over the world by the end of 2008.

So far we have achieved 325yrs which when broken down means we achieved the following:

- Over 5500 children cared for on our community projects around the world
- A minimum of 13,000 children and adults taught English in schools and community centres
- Hundreds of animals protected including Turtles, Pandas, Elephants, Monkeys and more
- At least 80 homes and structures built for families and communities in need
- More than 8000 trees planted which are enough trees to offset the CO2 emissions of over 2,000 cars

Do you want to improve your teaching skills in the home of the Incas?

Peru is a country with one foot in the past; well aware of its ancient history it has managed to hold on to its identity despite invasions first by colonials and then tourists. That's what makes Peru such an appealing country, along with the mountains, beaches and jungles of course. Cuzco was the heart of the Incan empire, and it's very proud of it, so if you happen to be a 16th century Spanish colonialist be warned. It's also a great place from which to explore Macchu Piccu as well as the foothills of the Andes. You'll be working in an Andean school which teaches more than 300 students ranging in age from 6 to 12. Most of your time will be spent teaching English but you may also be given the choice to get involved in arts, music and even karate. We'll include our TEFL certification to help you prepare.

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Highlights: What were the highlights of your trip that you couldn't wait to tell your friends about?

"Well, first of all, I have to say that I personally wasn't stationed in Cusco, but rather in Calca, and taught in a place called Lamay. That said, there were certain highlights I eagerly shared with my family as soon as I could. The first, and foremost, were the children of Lamay; they were an innocent, fun loving, happy-go-lucky bunch who smiled when they were happy and cried when they were sad. The other pluses for me were the authentic cuisine, fine company, and a new environment. Certainly a new experience." (Ian Bingham)

Not far from world famous Machu Picchu! The placement is based in the legendary city of Cusco, the heart of the old Incan Empire and an exciting and spiritual blend of the mystical and modern. Close to the mythical Machu Picchu, Cusco is the perfect place to both volunteer and experience the best of Peru, and indeed South America. Accommodation is in a comfortable family run guest house with modern facilities.

Qualifications: Beginner Spanish

Cost in US$: $1690.00 for 4 weeks, $200.00 for every week thereafter

Before you depart we offer:
- detailed information on your project and country
- fundraising advice and support
- visa instructions
- vaccination recommendations
- advice on health, safety & culture shock
- contact details to pass along to your family

When you arrive we provide:
- pick-up from the airport on the designated arrival date
- welcome orientation
- accommodation and food
- well-researched, quality placement
- support of in-country i-to-i team

You will always have:
- access to our emergency support team 24/7
- assistance of the global i-to-i staff
- guidance and advice from experienced i-to-i travelers

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.

Age Range: 18-80

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European and South African Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Peru Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: Founded in 1994, i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 15,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 300 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.

Year Founded: 1994