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GYC1547 - Teaching English near to the jungle Country: Ecuador Cost: £1200.00 Please note: £750 - 1500 (time dependant). Cost Includes: The price includes pickup from airport but does not include flight, insurance, accommodation, food, kit or visas   Duration: 3 months Company Rep Nearby: All 0845 344 7512 or

 

	This placement would suit... Anyone with good spoken Spanish. Ecuador is one of the smallest countries in South America yet it has an enormous biodiversity. Many people believe it is one of the easiest and most pleasant countries to travel in. The Andes form the backbone of the country whose borders are Colombia to the north, Peru on the south and east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The country has a fabulous coastline but also has tropical jungle, snow capped mountains and volcanoes; quite a feast for volunteers keen on outdoor opportunities! The people are warm and friendly, with many tribal and ethnic differences. The Spanish influence is still present, both in culture and architecture. This is a relatively poor country, especially in the rural areas. Schools are basic and often have few resources. English teaching is much in demand as a means to improve the lives of both young people and adults. Tourism is one of the main sources of livelihood and opportunities for work are enhanced when English is spoken. Our users say... "The most valuable thing about the project is having the opportunity to live and work in a community and to become integrated into the life of that community and to form part of it! In Peñaherrera I really felt that my work as an English teacher was valued because they want to develop tourism as an alternative source of income to mining and people want to learn English so they can communicate with tourists who don’t speak Spanish" - Genevieve Coombe. 0845 344 7512 MondoChallenge sends volunteers to help with development programmes in Africa, Asia and South America. The average age of our volunteers is 29. So far we have sent over 600 volunteers to nine different countries. We may not be able to promise a hot shower but we can definitely promise an unforgettable and truly rewarding experience!