About Program
[Level of Spanish: basic]
Monday to Friday: 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
Being a classroom assistant will give you the opportunity to deeply engage with a classroom and a teacher. This program will make you understand how life in one of our NDG school works. Volunteers will be paired with a class and aid one of our teachers in any useful way, whether cutting and gluing paper into notebooks, handing out soap or toothpaste, or helping kids with in-class worksheets or homework.
The long-term international volunteer program at Niños de Guatemala will be at least 6 months, and up to 1 year.
Volunteer Requirements:
● Be flexible, motivated and willing to change children's lives.
● An appreciation of new cultures that will help you settle in Guatemala and enjoy all of the new experiences;
● Be 18 years old or older
● $250 program fee
● Commit to at least 4 weeks of volunteering
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Program Highlights
- Engage deeply with a classroom and teacher: As a classroom assistant, you will have the opportunity to actively participate and immerse yourself in the daily activities of a classroom, working closely with both students and the teacher.
- Understand life in an NDG school: This program will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how life operates in one of our NDG schools, allowing you to experience the educational environment firsthand.
- Aid in various tasks: As a volunteer, you will assist the teacher by engaging in a range of helpful tasks such as cutting and gluing paper, distributing essential supplies like soap and toothpaste, and supporting students with in-class worksheets or homew
- Long-term commitment: The international volunteer program at Niños de Guatemala requires a minimum commitment of 6 months, up to 1 year, ensuring a sustained and impactful contribution to the community.
- Cultural appreciation and travel opportunities: By participating in this program, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture, settling in Antigua, and enjoying various travel packages that include highlights such as food, homestay,
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Location
Antigua was the capital of Guatemala prior to a major earthquake that left most of the city in ruins. Guatemala city then became the capital, and Antigua city returned into a small town until the whole city was deemed a UNESCO world heritage site. Attractions include monuments and buildings, as they preserve Guatemala's historical beauty and showcase the Spanish influence in the area.
