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Social Childcare

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4 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Especially good for

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups

About the program

Work with children in Costa Rica in low income daycare centers or orphanages.

This program is designed to help children who need it the most. Work with children in Costa Rica in low-income daycare centers and orphanages.

Costa Rica is a developing country that needs as much help as possible. Help shape the future of our world by spending some time with children that will ...

About the program

This program is designed to help children who need it the most. Work with children in Costa Rica in low-income daycare centers and orphanages.

Costa Rica is a developing country that needs as much help as possible. Help shape the future of our world by spending some time with children that will benefit from your care and teachings. INLEX works with daycares from low-income neighborhoods near of San Ramón, Costa Rica where resources are very limited. Daycares benefit from the work of volunteers, as most of the time they are understaffed or underfunded.

  • People who dedicate time and energy at a daycare center have an opportunity to make an important difference in the lives of children. This voluntary role requires hard work, but it is rewarding for people who enjoy interacting with children and guiding them as they grow and learn. 

  • The childcare program is perfect for volunteers that are energetic,full of initiative and creativity. The work is rewarding, fun and a great experience. If you have previous experience with children or education you can help implement new games or strategies to keep the kids learning throughout the whole day.

Typical day

What could I be doing?


-Playing with the kids; 
-Helping staff with day to day chores; 
-Helping prepare meals for the kids; 
-Teaching the kids;
-Reading and storytelling. 
-Helping to develop educational materials.

Working hours are usually 6 hours per day, monday through thursday, From 8 to 1 or 2 ...

Typical day

What could I be doing?


-Playing with the kids; 
-Helping staff with day to day chores; 
-Helping prepare meals for the kids; 
-Teaching the kids;
-Reading and storytelling. 
-Helping to develop educational materials.

Working hours are usually 6 hours per day, monday through thursday, From 8 to 1 or 2 pm.  The center will provide you any equipment that you need. 

Free-time activities

One of the reasons Costa Rica has so many varied activities is thanks to the variety of the country itself! Costa Rica is considered a tropical country, but it features its own plethora of microclimates. Each of these destinations – which might be separated by only a few hours of driving – ...

Free-time activities

One of the reasons Costa Rica has so many varied activities is thanks to the variety of the country itself! Costa Rica is considered a tropical country, but it features its own plethora of microclimates. Each of these destinations – which might be separated by only a few hours of driving – feature their own unique and unforgettable adventures. There are hot springs tucked away in lush rainforests, hanging bridges over misty cloud forests, palm-tree studded white-sand beaches, dramatic seaside cliffs, the arid rolling hills of Guanacaste – there’s no end to the experiences! Visit 

Arenal Volcano and wonder at a massive volcano and surrounding verdant rainforest, and then the next day you might find yourself only a few hours away relaxing on Papagayo’s white sand beaches, watching the kids stand-up paddleboard, or kayaking among the mangrove jungles of Tortuguero. 

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level) or Spanish (basic level)

Criminal Background Check

required

Required Documents

CV, background check and application form and passport

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 08:00 - 16:00

What's Included

What's Included

Services by Integrated Learning Experience

We are using the fees to pay
  • Accommodation
    Participation in cultural activities.
  • On call support throughout the service.
  • Coordination with the host country organization of volunteer service.
  • Orientation to volunteer work or intern placement
  • Welcome at airport with transport.
  • Certificate of program completion.

Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

One of our coordinators will pick you at the arrivals exit in the airport. The trip to San Ramón last around forty minutes.

Accommodation

Host family, in private room with two meals per day.

Food & Beverages

Two meals per day

Internet Access

Limited access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose. We assist you to find cheap flights to Costa Rica. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Costa Rica provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Costa Rica you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Costa Rica. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

Please select a Sunday for arrival.

Our team will guide you for the best Sunday start date for your project

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

4 weeks (min. stay) 1,669€
5 weeks 1,846€
6 weeks 2,024€
7 weeks 2,202€
8 weeks 2,379€
9 weeks 2,558€
10 weeks 2,735€
11 weeks 2,913€
12 weeks 3,090€
24 weeks (max. stay) 5,224€
Average fees 317€/week

Program fees

317€ per week 4 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES

Duration

4 - 24 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with Integrated Learning Experience during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

Meet your organization

Integrated Learning Experience

Perfect 4.6 rating (48 reviews)

Agency - founded in 2005

Verified by Volunteer World

  Very high response rate

Coordinated by

Diego

Spoken languages: English, Spanish

About the project

Integrated Learning Experiences was founded in 2005 by former Peace Corps staff that wanted to provide flexible volunteer programs with a positive impact.

Meet your organization

Integrated Learning Experiences’ (INLEX) mission is to strengthen human resources in Central America and South America through volunteer programs, educational travel and internship opportunities.

In addition to this, INLEX provides opportunities for students and professionals to further gain experience in their field of choice by matching participants with the best opening available.

We work towards:

  • Sustainability in the projects and communities that we work in.
  • Programs that promote cultural exchange.
  • Safe and affordable programs.
  • Strengthening and empowering communities.
  • Authentic experiences for our participants.
  • Facilitating education.

INLEX was set founded by former Peace Corps staff in Guatemala in 2005 who wanted to provide flexible programs for volunteers in Central America. This flexibility allows our participants the option to commit for as long as they want in the area they are best suited to support; creating a positive impact and a rewarding experience. We do this because we believe in the principle that every volunteer can make a difference.

Many years and happy people later, we continue working with key partner projects to develop communities in the Latin American region.

48 reviews · rating4.6

Julia Neumann rating4.2

2021 at Social Childcare

I am so happy to have worked in the kinder in san ramon with the children. Everyday we would make games,teach reading, and also me and the people working there would help cook for the children.My family was amazing and the food was good too. I wish there would have been more work but I was busy ...
Carla Lichtblau rating5

2020 at Social Childcare

During my time in Costa Rica I got to stay with an amazing tico host family in the city of San Ramón while working in a women empowerment program. San Ramón is a beautiful and lively city and the other volunteers and I were all really happy with our projects and host families. Tanya, the ...
Greta Jung rating4.8

2020 at Social Childcare

Una de las mejores experiencias de mi vida I had a great time in Costa Rica; Including work on my two projects and life in a Costa Rican family, which I loved. The volunteers are part of the families and all the families of my friends that I met were too pretty. My family especially made me as ...
Franka Schneider rating4.8

2020 at Social Childcare

All in all the program was an awesome experience. The family I stayed with was friendly, lovely and always open to help me. I really appreciated this much. Unfortunately I had to evacuate my program, due to the arising of COVID-19 and the immediate change if conditions. I could not enter my project, ...
Daira rating4

2020 at Social Childcare

I have spent a month in San Ramon, Costa Rica. I enjoyed my time in the programme where i have learn to care of others and be more independent. I was in a kinder garden which helps single mothers and families who have struggles. Also i loved the country and the people, who were so warm and made me ...
Michaela rating5

2018 at Social Childcare

I work with Go Overseas and had the opportunity to participate in a INLEXCA's volunteer project in Costa Rica this past month -- I cannot rave more about my experience! I highly recommend this organization to anyone who is looking to volunteer abroad in Central America. INLEXCA was highly ...

Location

Americas > Central America > Costa Rica > San Ramón

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