Program Highlights
UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:
This program is ideal for
Compassionate and dedicated volunteers who have a passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children. You should possess strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a willingness to work in rural and remote settings. You should remain motivated by the opportunity to be role models and friends to the children, while embracing cultural immersion and gaining valuable teaching experiences.
Are you ready to embark on a meaningful journey as a volunteer in Costa Rica, making a lasting impact through the Teaching Children Project? Join us in the picturesque Osa Peninsula, where your dedication can change the lives of underprivileged children.
Volunteering in Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula
As a volunteer, your mission is clear: to support educators in the remote and rural schools dotting the Osa Peninsula. This region, while brimming with natural beauty, faces social and economic challenges, with limited employment opportunities. Here, you will encounter schools with meager resources, typically serving 30 to 60 students, often managed by a sole teacher who juggles multiple grade levels.
Immersed in Rural Costa Rican Life
Your journey as a volunteer takes you into a small rural community, where authenticity and connection flourish. You'll be embraced by a host family who will provide you with a comfortable room, ensuring you're never far from your place of work. Shared bathroom and kitchen facilities foster a sense of community and cultural exchange.
The Importance of Your Contribution
Your involvement in the Teaching Children Project is essential, given the educational challenges this region faces. The schools here are grappling with large class sizes and an acute shortage of teachers. By dedicating your time and skills, you play a pivotal role in providing these children with the chance to access higher-level education and more promising job opportunities, thus combatting poverty in the area.
Becoming More Than a Teacher
Beyond being an educator, you'll quickly become a cherished role model and friend to the children. Your positive influence will extend beyond the classroom, impacting lives, fostering friendships, and offering you profound insights into Costa Rican customs and culture. Additionally, this opportunity will provide you with indispensable teaching skills that will enhance both your personal and professional development.
Make a difference where it matters most. Join us in Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula as a volunteer for the Teaching Children Project. Your help is not only needed but eagerly anticipated.
Your Volunteering journey simplified
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Select a destination & project.
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Directly talk to us & your selected organisation.
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Pay a 15% deposit fee to secure your place at the volunteer program.
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That’s it! Get ready to volunteer aboard. We’ll support you every step of the way!
