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Join our women-led eco-hotel at Lake Atitlán, supporting young local women who are building their careers while also being mothers. Help care for 3 young children in a safe, loving environment. 25h/week, min. 6–8 weeks. Basic Spanish required. Ideal for responsible, patient volunteers with childcare experience who value community, sustainability, and meaningful contribution. Accommodation + meals included; extra hours optional (paid).
25 hours of help per week
Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Intermediate Spanish
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
At Eco Hotel MayAchik, we are more than a hotel—we are a community-driven, women-led project.
Most of our team, including management, are young local women who are building their careers while also being mothers. To support them in balancing work and family, we are looking for a kind, responsible, and committed volunteer to help care for their children.
This role has a real impact:
You will directly support women empowerment, family wellbeing, and team stability.
You will help care for a small group of children in a safe and loving environment:
👧 6 years old
👶 2 years old
👶 15 months old
Your main responsibilities:
- Creating a safe, caring, and structured environment
- Playing, engaging, and spending quality time with the children
- Supporting simple routines (meals, naps, basic care)
- Organizing creative activities (games, stories, outdoor play)
- Helping maintain a calm and positive atmosphere
- This role is about presence, patience, and emotional connection.
This experience is ideal for someone who:
- Truly enjoys spending time with children
- Is patient, responsible, and emotionally mature
- Has prior childcare experience (formal or informal)
- Is reliable, calm, and trustworthy
- Wants to contribute to a meaningful, purpose-driven project
- Is comfortable in a quiet, non-party environment
- Has basic Spanish (required) to communicate with the children and team
To ensure stability for the children and the team, we are looking for:
Minimum stay: 6–8 weeks (preferably longer)
Around 25 hours per week
Consistency and reliability are essential
👉 This role is not suitable for short-term volunteers.
💡 Optional: Additional hours may be available and can be paid separately, depending on needs and mutual agreement.
🌿What You Receive
Accommodation in our eco-hotel
Healthy vegetarian meals (as agreed)
A calm, nature-based environment
Experience in a women-led, purpose-driven project
Connection with local families and culture
The opportunity to make a real and meaningful impact
💚 Our Values
At MayAchik, we value:
Respect
Responsibility
Honest communication
Community and teamwork
Sustainability
We are a small team—your presence truly matters.
📩 Application Process
To apply, please include:
A short message about:
Your experience with children
Why this role resonates with you
Your availability (confirming minimum stay)
(Recommended)
A short video or voice message introducing yourself
We carefully select volunteers to ensure a safe, stable, and loving environment for the children.
🌸 Final Note
This is a very special role.
If you are someone who finds joy in caring for children, building trust, and supporting women in their professional journey, you will feel deeply fulfilled here.
