Live with a Family in Mexico and Tutor a Group at a Local School
Mexico
Michoacan,
Queretaro,
Zacatecas
Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Year 'round
Description:
Volunteer 20 hours each week in exchange for free room and board in Mexico! Weekends are normally free to experience the culture by traveling around Mexico. This is a great program for people who want to experience life in Mexico and the Mexican culture in-depth. The program has a focus on cultural exchange and host families are not only excited to learn English but also love to share the characteristics of their country, culture and cuisine. The Need: Volunteer 20 hours a week tutoring at a local language school. Many Mexican want to learn English or improve their English skills through conversation.
Highlights:
Benefits: * Travel for less.
* You put in a couple of hours each day literally talking, and the rest of your time is spent traveling and experiencing the culture in depth.
* Do you want to learn Spanish or brush up on your language skills? We can easily arrange optional language classes for you. It's up to you.
* Tip the advantage to you by enhancing your resume by volunteering with the Conversation Corps. Job: "Private Language Tutor." References: Global. It just doesn't get any better than that.
* You "meet" your family in advance through email and phone calls. Each family is interviewed and carefully screened by in-country staff.
* Exclusive materials written by GeoVisions staff will give you "a bag of tricks" as you engage your new family.
* Join our Facebook Fan page or our Facebook Conversation Corps Group and begin the conversation now. And when you come back, our Returnee network is a great place to share your experiences. This is a high-energy and really fun position. GeoVisions provides the materials; you provide the personality to liven up an informal conversation class! Find out first-hand how Mexicans live and work day-to-day. Sometimes there are opportunities to take part in activities. Plus the locals can show you some hidden gems of Mexico.
Qualifications:
Conversation Partner tutors must be native English speakers. They need to have earned a high school (secondary school) diploma or certificate, be in good health. Placements are available year 'round and range in duration from one to three months.
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Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching:
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Cost in US$: Please visit the GeoVisions website for pricing.
Cost Include Description:
* Personalized Volunteer Placement with a host family through our Partner in Mexico, including all the coordination, in-person visits and communication necessary with the local organization.
* Your orientation in Mexico City before heading to your family.
* A comfortable, safe place to live in Mexico, your own private room, and all of your meals.
* An experienced U.S. based GeoVisions Program Manager (and former volunteer with GeoVisions) who will serve as your coordinator and liaison with our in-country staff in Mexico.
* In-country basic language assistance and (optional) language classes for an additional fee.
* Airport pickup and transport to Mexico City for orientation.
* 1/2 day walking tour of Mexico City.
* Transport to your host family.
* Professional, locally-based staff to provide orientation, supervision and guidance throughout your stay.
* Extensive medical, accident and dental insurance along with emergency evacuation insurance.
* Important documents, including in-depth pre-departure packs, orientation information, and all in-country informational materials.
* A toll-free 24-hour emergency hotline in the U.S.
* Our own text book, A Tutor's Guide--Teaching English To Families and Children.
* Premium online membership at the ESL-Lounge.
* Two-months membership at Pongo Resume.
* The President's Volunteer Service Award including a lapel pen, letter from the President of The United States and certificate.
Experience Required: no
Age Range: 18+
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Mexico
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Post-Program Services Include:
GeoVisions's Mission Statement: GeoVisions is committed to help individuals develop global skills to succeed in the twenty-first century. These skills will ultimately lead to greater cooperation and understanding among nations and peoples of the world. We are committed to treating every person on a GeoVisions program with respect, and devoting our energies to helping participants meet their individual and collective goals.
Year Founded: 2001
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