Other schools are larger, more developed, with more teaching staff and more resources. Volunteers work under the supervision of teachers and school administration, but are also expected to work independently to a large degree. They should be prepared create their own creative lesson plans, activities and teaching techniques. There may also be opportunities to be involved with a community in other ways. Past volunteers have offered evening classes in conversational English to parents and other adults.
Most homes have running water, indoor plumbing and electricity.
Most volunteers participate with the goal of improving their Spanish skills during their stay. We often help volunteers arrange to start their stay in Costa Rica with intensive Spanish conversation classes at a local language institute. A minimum time commitment of 3 months is required. Longer time commitments are preferred. Contact us with any questions regarding this placement.