Teach kids in the jungle!
Life as a volunteer at the Sacha Yachana Wasi Christina School
Teach and learn with Kichwa kids, an amazing growth journey for both teachers and students
Experience the Amazon Rainforest, a unique adventure in the most biodiverse place on Earth
Immerse yourself in the local Kichwa culture; appreciate a different way of seeing the world and nature
Requirements
Minimum 18 years old
Minimum commitment of 4 weeks (the longer you stay, the less you pay!)
Cover food and lodging expenses (maximum of $399 per 4 weeks non-refundable / $249 for Ecuadorians. This includes a free amaZOOnico t-shirt)
Formal teaching experience and training is *not* mandatory, but patience and a love for children is a must
Professional attitude
Comfort residing in a remote tropical location with limited communication
Comfort working and communicating in a multicultural context
Fluent Spanish
A high school education
Why volunteer with us?
Contribute to the education of the future stewards of the Amazon
Learn about early childhood education
Experience the beautiful Amazon Rainforest
Become immersed in a unique multicultural setting
Join Liana Lodge (our neighbor and conservation partner) tours for free
Join our forest guards on patrols around Selva Viva for free
Internship / volunteer certificate
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING AS A SACHA YACHANA WASI CRISTINA VOLUNTEER?
There are only 2 teachers, which is not ideal, as students of different ages have different educational needs!
So you will:
Be teaching over 30 students ages 3-11
Help allow for more specialized educational opportunities and increased efficiency
Assist in overseeing any age groups or subjects ranging from arts and crafts for young students to mathematics and language courses for older students
FAQs
On the button below, you'll find answers to common questions. If you don't find the answer you need, please feel free to send us an email and we will be happy to help info@amazoonicorescue.org
If you are interested in helping us, but can't join us in person, drop us an email. We are in need of people with computer skills to help with everything from social media to graphic design to app development!
HOW TO APPLY?
Steps to become a volunteer here:
Fill in the application form above.
We will get back to you within a week.If your application is accepted, you will then need to make the volunteer fee payment to reserve your spot.
Come, help, and enjoy !
Program Fees
The program fee covers your food and lodging expenses. The minimum stay is 4 weeks. We offer a discount of $10 per week for week 5 to 8 and $20 per week for week 9+.
STAY PRICE
4 weeks $399
5 weeks $488.75 $498.75 ($10 saved)
6 weeks $578.50 $598.50 ($20 saved)
7 weeks $668.25 $698.25 ($30 saved)
8 weeks $758 $798 ($40 saved)
9 weeks $837.75 $897.75 ($60 saved)
10 weeks $917.50 $997.50 ($80 saved)
11 weeks $997.25 $1097.25 ($100 saved)
12 weeks $1077 $1197 ($120 saved)
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24 weeks $2034 $2394 ($360 saved)
36 weeks $2871 $3591 ($720 saved)
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*Exceptional candidates from developing countries who can not afford to pay the full fee can apply for a discounted rate by sending their CV and motivation letter to: info@amazoonicorescue.org