Work in a Daycare Center

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4 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Explore Costa Rica, one of the most amazing countries in the world
  • Do meaningful volunteer work helping our future generation
  • Become more passionate about other cultures and countries

Highlights

  • Explore Costa Rica, one of the most amazing countries in the world
  • Do meaningful volunteer work helping our future generation
  • Become more passionate about other cultures and countries
  • Get to know the very typical Costa Rican "tico" lifestyle
  • Relax on dream beaches during the weekends


  • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    50+

    About the program

    Do you love working with children? Help out at a daycare center where you can organize activities and be a positive influence for children from low-income families.

    In Costa Rica, low-income families are very prevalent. This means that both parents often have to work fulltime in order to support their family. As a volunteer, you will take care of children at daycare centers while their parents are at work and help create home-like atmosphere that fosters growth ...

    About the program

    In Costa Rica, low-income families are very prevalent. This means that both parents often have to work fulltime in order to support their family. As a volunteer, you will take care of children at daycare centers while their parents are at work and help create home-like atmosphere that fosters growth and development. Typically, the daycare centers care for children from the surrounding areas from different backgrounds, ranging from low to middle class. What families are charged depends on household income. The children’s ages vary from 6 months to 12 years old. The children are split up into both age groups and personal development groups according to their individual needs.

    One of the major goals of the daycare centers is to keep kids away from the streets, drugs, gangs, alcohol, and prostitution. The centers provide the children with care, education, snacks, and meals. They also specialize in certain topics, such as nutrition and other types of education. The children are given classes to help with their education in addition to taking part in recreational activities. 


    Typical day

    When working with children, you will be seen as a role model, something that comes with a lot of responsibility. You should be very creative, spontaneous, and patient on a day-to-day basis.  

    Your work may include the following tasks:

    • Organizing games and activities
    • Playing with the children ...

    Typical day

    When working with children, you will be seen as a role model, something that comes with a lot of responsibility. You should be very creative, spontaneous, and patient on a day-to-day basis.  

    Your work may include the following tasks:

    • Organizing games and activities
    • Playing with the children outdoors
    • Doing handcrafts, painting, building, creating
    • Playing group games or with single children
    • Helping out with the daily operational tasks of the center
    • Providing warm and caring attention to the children
    • Helping to feed and wash younger children
    • Assisting in napping the small children
    • Monitoring and supervising the children 

    You will be expected to organize and play games with the children. In addition, you will have to be creative when building and creating various objects with the children. You will also be expected to help with daily operational tasks, such as painting a wall or bathing and feeding small children. Tasks may also include teaching arts and crafts and other classes, such as English. 

    Note: The tasks may vary. They depend on factors such as number of volunteers, season, current needs of the project, as well as self-motivation. Not every volunteer may be fully involved in all these tasks.


    Free-time activities

    Being in the vibrant city of San Jose, there are many activities to do in your spare time. There are regular concerts, and a wide range of sports to participate in. Weekends are the perfect time to enjoy an exciting hike through Costa Rican nature since the main attractions of Costa Rica is its ...

    Free-time activities

    Being in the vibrant city of San Jose, there are many activities to do in your spare time. There are regular concerts, and a wide range of sports to participate in. Weekends are the perfect time to enjoy an exciting hike through Costa Rican nature since the main attractions of Costa Rica is its system of national parks and protected areas, which cover around 25% of the national territory, in order to protect the rich variety of flora and fauna, which is estimated to contain 5% of the world's biodiversity in less than 0.1% of the planet's land mass. In addition, Costa Rica has countless amazing beaches on both the Pacific and the Caribbean Ocean. 

    Costa Rica is the perfect place to combine volunteer work with tourism, enjoy activities like:

    - Adventure sport
    - Dream beaches
    - Ecotourism
    - Local culture
    - Bird / wildlife watching
    - Visits to unique National Parks
    - Rural tourism
    - Sightseeing and history in San José


    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 Spanish (intermediate level) or English (intermediate level)

    Education Requirements

    at High school level

    Required Documents

    CV, Volunteer Questionnaire and Criminal Record Check

    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, Thursday and Friday from 09:00 - 16:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by South America Inside

    • Single room in a local homestay
    • Breakfast, dinner
    • Laundry service once a week
    • Airport pick-up
    • Advice from our experienced staff
    • On-going support via WhatsApp, phone or mail
    • Elaboration of your application profile in Spanish
    • Your placement in the volunteer project
    • Pre-departure information
    • Packing list
    • Country handbook
    • Intercultural guide
    • Welcome meeting in San José
    • On-site volunteer coordinator
    • 24/7 emergency number
    • Advice on travel insurance
    • Certificate of participation

                              Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

                              Our local staff will pick you up from the airport and take you to your homestay.

                              Accommodation

                              As a volunteer with a host family, you will have your own room and share bathrooms with the family or other volunteers. Common areas of the house can be used. This is a great way to improve your Spanish skills and indulge in the culture of Costa Rica.

                              Food & Beverages

                              Homestay accommodation includes breakfast and dinner. Special dietary requirements can be taken care of but must be informed in advance.

                              Internet Access

                              Good 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

                              The volunteer program takes place throughout the year. The start and end date can be set flexible, according to your availability and travel plans. Ask our experienced staff to coordinate your participation in this meaningful volunteer project.

                               

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

                              Program fees

                              4 weeks (min. stay) 1,476€
                              5 weeks 1,711€
                              6 weeks 1,945€
                              7 weeks 2,180€
                              8 weeks 2,414€
                              9 weeks 2,648€
                              10 weeks 2,883€
                              11 weeks 3,117€
                              12 weeks 3,352€
                              24 weeks (max. stay) 6,165€
                              Average fees 312€/week

                              Program fees

                              312€ 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 South America Inside during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


                              Meet your organization

                              South America Inside

                              Perfect 4.6 rating (128 reviews)

                              Agency - founded in 2003

                              Verified by Volunteer World

                                Very high response rate

                              Coordinated by

                              Marion

                              Spoken languages: English, German, Spanish

                              About the project

                              South America Inside promotes intercultural, linguistic and educational exchanges. Its volunteer programs are addressed to students, professionals and retirees.

                              Meet your organization

                              South America Inside is an intercultural management agency, founded back in 2003, which specializes in the promotion of programs abroad, language travel and educational programs throughout Latin America.

                              Since 2007, to enrich the experience of our global-minded clients and to provide them with even more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding their program offerings throughout South and Central America.

                              Working together with some of the best language schools in Latin America, South America Inside provides high quality language courses in almost every Latin American country.

                              Thanks to a professional team of motivated and friendly staff, South America Inside has been very successful over the past several years and have been able to establish an outstanding network of what we call "Insider Contacts." To enrich the experience of their clients and to provide them with more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding our program offerings throughout Central and South America, in addition to our well-established Chilean programs.

                              Volunteer Work

                              Do you dream of staying abroad while doing something positive? Are you looking for a unique experience that will leave a mark on your life? Then a Volunteer Work program in South America or Central America is perfect for you!

                              With South America Inside you can combine an adventure abroad with social commitment, and create lasting memories in Latin America. Support the protection of endangered species; help a local community construct new homes; give new hope to impoverished children.

                              The possibilities to lend a hand are diverse, as there are the many places where help is needed. We have classified our volunteer projects in different areas so you can easily find the one (or more!) projects that best match your needs and interests.

                              Why with us

                              There are many persuasive reasons that speak in favor of South America Inside when it comes to selecting your perfect provider of language, study and volunteer travel abroad. Following, we have prepared a short summary so that you can get us to know a little better.

                              Our Insider benefits at a glance:

                                Regional Experience
                              Over one decade (established in 2003) of dedication to language, work and study travel programs in Latin America. Thanks to our long standing work and life experience in the South American continent, we know this region really well. Therefore, we can help and inform you in a professional and competent way.

                                Multifaceted Offers
                              Over time we have developed new programs to offer a wide array of work abroad opportunities to our clients. We have been pioneers in launching new exchange programs, as we have been the first in offering Work & Travel/Working Holiday and Farm Stays in Chile and successfully introduced these programs into the market back in 2005. Since 2012, we are the only agency to offer this type of program in Costa Rica.

                                Insider Advice
                              Despite living in the modern era of the internet, we know that reliable and competent advice is still an important criterion for most of us. At South America Inside, you will find the benefits of an internet provider and an independent travel agency. We will be glad to pass on our extensive knowledge and regional experience.!

                                Location
                              It is difficult to run programs when there is nobody “on the ground” to evaluate existing options and search for new opportunities. So, we are located in Chile, on location, and we know everything that is going on first hand. We know what it is like to live as a foreigner in South America and will be happy to assist you in making your stay unforgettable!

                                Independence
                              South America Inside is an independent provider of language courses, internships, volunteer work, Farm Stays and Work & Travel programs in Latin America. We neither depend financially nor structurally on any other company, language school, association or organization. Therefore, we are able to give personalized information in accordance to your needs and availability.

                              •  Multilingual Team

                              Our team is multilingual and international! We speak fluent English, Spanish and German, as well as some French and Portuguese. With our customers, we can communicate in their native language and we avoid misunderstandings with local partners by communicating in Spanish with them. You can be sure that there will be an English-speaking contact person for you before, during, and after your stay.

                                Customer Service
                              Excellent customer service is one of the most important goals for South America Inside, and this is evident with the positive feedback we regularly receive from our many happy clients. Emails are answered within 48 business hours and every client is treated with the same friendliness and expertise.

                                Gapless and Accurate Information flow
                              With South America Inside you will have one and the same contact person before, during and after your trip. With that said, we guarantee a gapless and accurate information flow and you will always be very well informed.

                                Approved Program Places
                              Many of our program places, especially in the area of internships and volunteer work, are designed in the way that they will be recognized by most universities, colleges or academies.

                              128 reviews · rating4.6

                              Marina G. rating5

                              2024 at Work in a Daycare Center

                              Mir gefällt es sehr gut und ich fühle mich sehr wohl! Die Kinder sind alle super lieb, genauso wie die Angestellten. Ich habe nur noch etwas mit der Stadt zu kämpfen, doch ganz schön durcheinander alles aber das kommt mit den nächsten Tagen! ...
                              Aurelie L. rating5

                              2024 at Work in a Daycare Center

                              Todo es perfecto en el proyecto del hogar con los niños 😀 y con el homestay Ivonne! Estoy muy feliz de estar aquì! Muchas gracias por ...
                              Belinda B. rating5

                              2024 at Work in a Daycare Center

                              Le agradezco muchisimo, todo esta perfecto. Me lo paso genial, rodeada de personas estupendas y muy amable como siempre. Es la tercera vez que participo en este voluntariado! ...
                              Susan L. rating4.8

                              2023 at Work in a Daycare Center

                              Everything is beautiful. All the people are very friendly. The kids are so cute. I’m having a great time. They picked me up late late at night and the host she cooks me beautiful meals. The only thing would be it would kind of be nice to know a few things before you come not a big deal but things ...
                              Stacey Garratt rating5

                              2024 at Local Women Empowerment Supporter

                              I have been travelling for 7 months in total and just had the most wonderful experience in Ecuador. I can confidently say in the last 6 weeks I have created my favourite memories of this journey in an all-encompassing way. Firstly, the program itself was incredible, I constantly felt supported, ...
                              Regina N. rating5

                              2024 at Help Stray Dogs

                              Die Arbeit gefällt mir sehr gut! Ich bin super reingekommen und fühle mich sehr wohl 🙂 Die Menschen sind sehr offen und freundlich! Herzlichen Dank! ...

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