WeVOL: After School Coordinator: Teach & Play on the beach โฝ๐
The experience
Join our amazing team in paradise and experience the Pura Vida lifestyle while helping our After School program in one of Costa Rica's untouched magical beach towns! ๐โ๏ธ
Our motto is โTravel Like You Careโ. We create meaningful cultural exchanges while supporting local communities and sustainable projects while living 1 minute from the Pacific Ocean.
Do you enjoy teaching and playing with children? Are you a leader? If yes, join the fun! โฝ๐ด
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Child Care:
Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Sports:
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Teaching Languages:
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 20
Per day
Fee pays for:
Benefits for travelers and Materials for volunteer activities
Description:
Volunteers pay $20 per day to cover 2 full meals per day, kitchen access 24 hours daily, shared room accommodation with max 6 volunteers/private entrance and bathroom, linens and towels, free laundry access, and free transportation for group trips and excursion when provided by WeVOL.
What you get
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.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.:
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate Spanish
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
๐๏ธ What We Offer:
๐ฝ๏ธ 2 delicious freshly cooked meals per day
๐๏ธ Modern and comfortable accommodation
๐ถ Free high-speed WiFi
๐ All needed teaching materials
โฝ Sports equipment plus access to field & skatepark
๐บ Amazing beach town atmosphere
๐ค Cultural immersion & meaningful experiences
๐ Volunteer certificate upon completion
๐ก Accommodation:
Volunteers stay in our modern and fully equipped hotel in Matapalo, Costa Rica. The spaces are clean, safe, comfortable, and surrounded by tropical nature and stunning beaches. ๐๐ด
๐ Meals:
Enjoy fresh homemade meals every day including soups, vegetables, salads, rice, meat, desserts, juices, and more! Vegetarian and dietary restrictions are always welcome. ๐
๐ Why Join Us?
This is more than just volunteering, itโs an opportunity to:
โจ Experience authentic Costa Rican culture
โจ Meet travelers from around the world
โจ Develop teaching & coaching skills with experts
โจ Enjoy beaches, waterfalls, surfing, and tropical adventures
โจ Create meaningful memories while making a real impact
If you are organized, proactive, and excited to work with kids and help create an incredible experience in paradise, we would love to welcome you to our family! ๐จ๐ท๐
Activities & Shift
๐ What Youโll Help With:
๐๏ธ Organizing After School schedule & activities
๐ Creating & improving routines
๐ฆ Material & Inventory organization
๐ค Supporting other international volunteers
โจ Assisting with curriculum and program design
This role is perfect for someone with:
โ๏ธ Organizational skills
โ๏ธ Leadership mindset
โ๏ธ Teaching and/or Sports coaching experience
โ๏ธ Initiative and attention to detail
โฐ Schedule:
No more than 25 hours per week
2 full days off every week to enjoy Costa Rica ๐ด
Rules
Smoking only in "smoking area"
No outside guests allowed
No pets