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Volunteer in School Support Programs in Ecuador

by: International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

9.67 (6)Verified

The School Support Project involves tutoring, providing educational support and instilling confidence in Ecuadorian children who have recently been enrolled (or reenrolled) in school. This program is only available during October to May. Volunteers on this project travel to different markets, a local school or community center and work with children in groups or individually, going through hom...

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Quick Details

Locations
  • Quito, Ecuador
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Culture
  • Drama
  • Education
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • American
  • Kiwi
  • All Nationalities
  • Asian
  • South African
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Zero CarbonNotable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.54

Total Reviews

6

Actually making a difference

by: Alexa Looker - United StatesProgram: Volunteer in School Support Programs in Ecuador
9

Honestly, I chose this specific program because it is a lot less expensive than many of the others I was looking at. I choose Ecuador because I wanted to learn more Spanish. And I chose to go through IVHQ because it seemed like they worked with programs that actually made a difference. The most memorable part of this program, was watching the kids learn and develop, befriending them, and seeing how much they appreciated our help and support. There was one kid that I met in the market who, on ...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ] responded to this reviewFebruary 19, 2015

Hi Alexa, We are glad we were able to provide you with a memorable and affordable volunteer experience - thanks for sharing! We hope to have you on another of our IVHQ programs at some point in the future.

Incredible, Real, Joyous, Comfortable, Empowering

by: maggiekennedy96 - MinnesotaProgram: Volunteer in School Support Programs in Ecuador
10

I chose this program because I love kids and wanted to practice my Spanish. Everytime I spun around 2-year old Vanessa, I saw her smile which I swear was the happiest in the world and I saw her mom smiling, watching us and knew that I was doing an important and appreciated work.

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ] responded to this reviewFebruary 19, 2015

It’s great to read a little about your volunteering experience in Ecuador. We hope to have you volunteer with IVHQ again in the future.

Adventure, Hope, Opportunity, Beautiful, Love

by: bmiz101 - United StatesProgram: Volunteer in School Support Programs in Ecuador
10

I wanted to come to South America and work with children here. My memorable experience was with my host family. They have become a part of me and will always have a piece in my life and my heart.

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ] responded to this reviewFebruary 19, 2015

Thanks for the feedback and it’s great to read that you felt well looked after by your host family while in Ecuador. Thanks for volunteering with IVHQ!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Quito, Ecuador

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Culture

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • Kiwi
  • All Nationalities
  • Asian

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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