Life-changing Volunteers: Inspiring Change through English in Colombia
Join as an international volunteer and be the facilitator of our innovative English workshops. It has a positive impact on children and young people in rural areas of Colombia. Make every word count!
"Every day I am greeted with hugs and smiles. The students are so eager to learn and show such gratitude. I've noticed a huge improvement in each of my classes with their confidence and comprehension. I also love the times in between classes or before/after school. The students love to ask questions about my home or different English words and they also love to teach me Spanish as well."
Characteristics of our volunteers
- Students/Professionals who want to enrich their personal and professional experience.
- Interest in contributing their knowledge and life experiences, contributing to the improvement of Colombian education.
- Ability to develop programs and projects aimed at populations belonging to vulnerable socio-economic environments.
- Willingness to face realities that are totally different from their own.
Characteristics That Make Our International Volunteers Shine
Motivation
Motivation towards volunteering, as a tool for changing lives.
Studies
Certification of a professional career or university training in progress.
Experience
Experience related to volunteering is desirable. For English: it is encouraged to have experience in teaching children or young adults.
Adaptation
Ability to work in a team, have good energy, respect, good attitude. and open-mindedness to vulnerable and rural socio-economic contexts.
Language
Basic – intermediate level of Spanish.
Reciprocal Commitments:
Responsibilities of the Foundation and the Volunteer
- Pre-selection and selection of the candidate.
- Support in the management and processing of the Colombian visa before the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Cost of the Colombian visa application review: USD 65.
- Cost of the Colombian foreigner ID card: USD 75.
- Virtual and in-person training on the Colombian context, history, culture, educational system, knowledge of the Foundation, and training in programs and methodologies.
- Monthly stipend payment (approximately USD 476)
- Support in finding housing or accommodation services in Colombia.
- Health insurance for the duration of the volunteering.
- Arrange for accommodations.
- Cost of the E-visa: USD 175.
Your Journey Starts Here: Application Process
Register by clicking here or by scanning the QR code
Please send the following documents to the email: [email protected]
- Resume
- Motivation letter
- Certificate of degree or study
- TESL/TEFL certification (if you have it)
- 2 personal references
Check your email regularly, that will be the channel through which we’ll contact you and schedule your interview.