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COMMUNITY WORK AT A KINDERGARTEN

Brief Program Description
Peru, home of the great Inca Empire, is a country of deep history and culture.  It is a magical location that contains one of the richest biodiversities on Earth.  Peru is the third biggest country in South America and it ranges from the beautiful coast line to the spectacular Andes mountains and down again to the dense Amazon River basin. 

The culture of Peru is comprised of the multicultural layers of many great civilizations.  The heritage of the Inca’s has been passed down not only by their spectacular ruins but also with the Quechua language, which is still spoken in many areas of the country.  You can wander the around colonial cities which have preserved the legacy of the Spanish conquistadors.  You will be able to explore the lost city of Machu Picchu and ponder the enigma of the Nazca Lines.

All of the programs in Peru include transportation from the airport to their host family, a short orientation, twenty-four hour assistance, a walking tour of Miraflores, half board (two meals per day) six days a week as well as information on travel around the country.

In the Kindergarten program you will be working with children between four and five years old.  You will be involved in helping the teacher with the children as well as singing and playing with them.  You will also be able to help them with basic English words.  You won’t need much Spanish to communicate with the children.  You will need lots of patience, creativity and energy to play with them!

FACT FILE
Minimum Length 2 wks. 
Maximum Length 8 wks. 
Add on Blocks of Time 2 or 4 wks. 
Age 18+  Health Good health and lots of energy 
For Minimum Length $ 1205 
For Maximum Length $ 2225 
Additional Fee Information 3 week program is $1440. 4 week program is $1560.Spanish classes are 1 or 2 weeks at an additional cost of $160/week (10 hours/week). 
Language Training Spanish classes are available at an additional cost.  Airport Transfers Pick up from airport is included 
Orientation Included  Flights Not included 
Insurance Included  Visa Costs Not included 
Local Transportation Not included  Other  
Room Included with host families 
Meals 2 meals/day 6 days/week 
Locations The project is located in the south of Lima in San Juan de Miraflores. It is approximately 45 minutes by from Barranco or Miraflores. Other locations may be available. Please contact GeoVisions for more information. 
Working Hours 8 am - 1 pm 
Language Requirements Spanish, but not much is needed to communicate with the children. 
Additional Information This is a very poor area. Please be prepared to work with very little material.Daily clothing should be comfortable. Don't forget you are going to a poor place. It is not recommended to bring fancy jewerly or dresses. T-shirts, jeans, sweat shirts, and sneakers are most recommended. 
Arrival Dates 2007: 11/23. 2008: Jan 10, 24, Feb 7, Mar 6, 20, Apr 10, 24, May 8, 22, June 5, 19, July 3, Aug 7, 21, Sep 11, 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 13, 27, Dec 4 
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