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English Conversation and Cultural Exchange

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The experience

Join us in Cobán, Guatemala, for a meaningful cultural exchange! We welcome native English speakers and fluent English speakers who enjoy conversation, connecting with young learners, and sharing their culture. Help students practice English through friendly conversations, interactive games, and creative activities. Share your interests and talents while discovering Guatemalan culture and making a positive impact at Liceo Dr. Ricardo Bressani!


What you offer

20 hours of help per week

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.

Music: Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.


What you get

3 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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


Requirements

Fluent English or Fluent English

Between 20 and 60 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

Join us at Liceo Dr. Ricardo Bressani in Cobán, Guatemala, for a meaningful cultural exchange! We welcome native English speakers and fluent English speakers who enjoy conversation, sharing cultures, and connecting with students.

Your main role will be to help students practice English in a friendly and engaging environment through conversations, educational games, group activities, and cultural exchange. You will help students build confidence, improve their communication skills, and discover new perspectives.

We believe learning a language is also an opportunity to connect people and cultures. Share your experiences, interests, and talents while discovering Guatemalan culture and becoming part of our educational community.


Activities & Shift

Your activities may include:

• Practicing conversational English with students individually and in small groups.
• Leading interactive games, discussions, and activities that encourage students to speak English.
• Sharing stories, traditions, and cultural experiences from your home country.
• Supporting English learning activities and helping students build confidence.
• Sharing additional interests or talents, such as art, music, sports, science, or technology.

Activities and schedules will be coordinated with the school's team according to student needs and the academic timetable. Your participation will focus on conversation and cultural exchange rather than replacing the school's teachers.

The schedule and responsibilities will be explained before you begin.


Rules

• Treat all students, teachers, staff, and community members with respect.
• Follow the school's rules, schedules, and instructions.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students.
• Never use offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate language or behavior.
• Respect students' privacy and do not take or share their photos without authorization.
• Communicate openly with the program coordinator and report any concerns.
• Participate with responsibility, patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• Respect the school's educational environment and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere.

We expect all volunteers to act responsibly and help create a positive experience for everyone.