South American Language Center Riobamba

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Come help us teaching English =)

Teaching Languages

Riobamba, Ecuador

Come help and practice cultural exchange

Teaching Languages

Riobamba, Ecuador

Reviews

4.5
(7 reviews)7

Staff & Host

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

United States

3

Really bad communication, lack off respect and the hosts do not speak English so getting any communication across is difficult. They have many things not listed in the description that they want you to do like record videos for their social media and take photos etc it just was not a friendly space. Constantly being rushed and never being thanked it was a disappointment.

3 months ago

South American replied

No lo recomendamos para ningún voluntariado, llego un día después de lo que aviso, se emborracho y daño una habitación, se llevo las llaves que le proporcionamos para que ingrese a la escuela y aun así tiene quejas, se supone que si eres un voluntario y quieres ayudar que no es tu caso debes buscar una pagina que te acepte sin hacer nada y si no querías grabar un video podías decirnos y no hacernos perder el tiempo a pesar de eso lo calificamos bien cosa que no merece porque es un incompetente

Netherlands

5

I had a great time at SALC Riobamba. The staff was very welcoming and even picked me up from the bus station when I arrived. I had to work 5 hours per day for 5 days a week and this schedule was always honored. Even when they had to change the schedule because of the electricity cuts, they told me beforehand and made sure I still only worked 5 hours per day. I would recommend this experience for anyone with fluent English.

5 months ago

South American replied

Thanks Emma, we expect to see you again, you are always welcome with us...

United States

5

I first spent two weeks at SALC Guayaquil, then six weeks at SALC Riobamba. At both locations, I conducted English speaking sessions with students for five hours every weekday. In both Guayaquil and Riobamba, the students were very friendly, and I enjoyed talking with them about many topics. The staff at both schools were also helpful, and we spent many hours chatting during lunch or after school hours. My day climbing on Chimborazo was the best. I would recommend this experience for anyone interested in helping Ecuadorian students with their English skills.

6 months ago

Netherlands

5

This experience offers a welcoming environment where I've improved my Spanish. The staff treats me with respect, and I've made friends from around the world. Exploring the beautiful city and its culture every weekend is a joy. Highly recommend!

12 months ago

Germany

5

Working at SALC in Riobamba was a great experience!
Everyone at the school has been super welcoming (both teachers and students), what made the work very enjoyable, even if it can get a bit monotonous at times.
I also felt very comfortable in the flat, which is located directly in the school.
Last but not least, the city of Riobamba has many good and cheap restaurants and offers many opportunities for activities (especially hiking - and you can also see the Chimborazo from the school).
All in all, I would have loved to stay longer!

12 months ago