Volunteer Opportunity

Tutor high schoolers in a rural Amazonian Community

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Iquitos, Loreto, Peru
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  • Details

    Schedule:Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:A few days
    Recurrence:One time only
    Cost:Fee Required: $500
    Areas of Focus:Children & Youth, Education, Environment & Sustainability, Poverty, Science & Technology
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Housing Available
    Language / Cultural Support Available
    Participation:
    Groups Welcome
    International Volunteers Welcome

    Description

    Tutor high schoolers in a rural Amazonian Community

    Participate in our on-going educational project - Tutoring for academic leveling purposes. Be part of our team focused on delivering weekly interactive tutoring sessions to a wholesome group of High School students who critically need academic reinforcement and are currently attending these sessions as an extracurricular activity. We are seeking volunteers interested in coming to the middle of the Amazon Rainforest to our headquarters, the Muyuna Ecolodge, immersed in the culture and environment to best familiarize yourself with these essential teaching elements to showcase culturally sensibilized tutoring lessons. We have an educational team composed of 4 dedicated educators preparing lesson plans, training volunteers to best deliver classes, and accompany volunteers throughout their jungle experience.

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    We appreciate your interest in participating in rural educational reinforcement in our neck of the woods to assist high school students from the San Juan de Yanayacu community in reaching their grade level before graduation. Includes airport transfer, lodging, full-board meals and amenities in Muyuna Amazon Lodge 7 days in the Tamischyacu-Tahuayo Conservation area, 5 days of work, 3 guided excursions into the Amazon River and forest, and 2 days of rest for the cost of $500/ week. If interested, we can extend your volunteering experience!

    Participate in our on-going educational project - Tutoring for academic leveling purposes. Be part of our team focused on delivering weekly interactive tutoring sessions to a wholesome group of High School students who critically need academic reinforcement and are currently attending these sessions as an extracurricular activity. We are seeking volunteers interested in coming to the middle of the Amazon Rainforest to our headquarters, the Muyuna Ecolodge, immersed in the culture and environment to best familiarize yourself with these essential teaching elements to showcase culturally sensibilized tutoring lessons. We have an educational team composed of 4 dedicated educators preparing lesson plans, training volunteers to best deliver classes, and accompany volunteers throughout their jungle experience.

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    We appreciate your interest in…

    Location

    On-site

    muyuna ecolodge

    Jirón Putumayo, Iquitos, Peru

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