Volunteer English Teacher (living expenses paid)

Fields of Expertise: ESL/EFL,  Elementary,  ESL to Children,  High School,   
Salary: Negotiable
Nukanti Foundation for Children

Details: In Partnership with the local Department of Education, the Nukanti Foundation is offering short-term opportunities to work with youth in Risaralda, Colombia—the heart of the coffee region.
Worksite: Colombia, Risaralda Department
Type: Volunteer position (though accommodation, meals, and work-related internal transportation will be provided)
Duration: 4 months, Aug 1 – Nov 30, 2014
Supervisor: Colombia Director
Project Deliverables
• Assist English teachers in rural Risaralda Colombia, engaging in conversational activities with the students and instructors
• Create and deliver a daily after-school activity of your choosing that engages youth in English conversation exercises. (Past topics have included sports, arts, conversation club, etc.)
• Participate in introductory and regular meetings with local staff and stakeholders
• Provide constructive feedback about how the teaching model and/or curriculum could be modified to improve teaching results
Candidate Attributes
• Native English speaker
• Completion of college coursework
• Previous teaching/training/mentoring experience is beneficial but not required
• Spanish language skills are beneficial but not required
To Apply
Please submit:
• A cover letter (not to exceed 750 words) explaining qualifications and motivation to join the project.
• a CV/resume