Teaching English Volunteer Program in Brazil - Rio de Janeiro

International Volunteer HQ invites all volunteers who are fluent speakers of English and want to help people of all ages learn the language to a volunteering opportunity in Brazil to teach the English language. English is a language that isn’t used much in Brazil, but the ability to speak it opens up a range of job possibilities. This is seen as especially valuable in low-income communities. You’ll be encouraged to bring fun ideas to inspire the students and you’re free to be creative with your lessons. 

As a volunteer English teacher in Brazil you’ll be responsible for:

• Taking small classes of children set in community spaces.
• Assisting other teachers or flying solo and teaching your own classes.
• Teaching volunteer work can vary but generally includes:
• Teaching English language classes
• Lesson planning
• Helping with language skills and pronunciation
• Talking and connecting with students
• Assist with lessons in other subjects

You should follow the following criteria:

• You need to be 18 years or over to participate in this program.
• If you are under the age of 18, IVHQ offers alternative volunteer opportunities for teens.
• Speak fluent English.
• No teaching experience is needed, but completing some relevant training, like a TEFL certificate, is encouraged.
• Have adequate volunteer travel insurance and provide a criminal background check to IVHQ before departure.
• Portuguese language lessons are available to all volunteers regardless of their ability.
• Volunteers with a basic level of Portuguese should strongly consider these lessons to allow them to work and communicate more effectively during their program.
• The program orientation begins on the first and third Monday of each month and you need to arrive into Rio de Janeiro on the Sunday before orientation.
• For more information about the volunteer accommodation, orientation, and schedule please visit the official website. 

Please note: Affordable fees from $720 for 3 weeks.

Volunteer Perks:

You’ll have a chance to be developing personally and professionally by:

• Helping improve access to education in Rio
• Enabling people to speak with a fluent English speaker
• Practicing your Portuguese
• Developing your communication skills
• Gaining teaching experience
• Immersing yourself fully in the Brazilian culture
• Exploring the marvelous city of Rio de Janeiro

About IVHQ:

IVHQ offers the largest range of affordable, safe, and impactful volunteer programs. At International Volunteer HQ, it brings people of more than 96 nationalities together to create positive transformation through regenerative travel. This transformation takes place not just within the communities it supports, but also within volunteers themselves.

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