TRAVEL FOR LESS BY LIVING WITH A FAMILY IN TURKEY AND TEACHING THEM ENGLISH  Volunteer 15 hours each week in exchange for free room and board in Turkey! Weekends are normally free to experience the culture by traveling around Turkey. Conversation Corps volunteers are placed in Istanbul, Izmir and Adana.
Istanbul is in the Northwest having coasts on Marmara and the Black Sea. Izmir is West on the coast of the Agean across from the Greek Islands. Adana is South, 40 min. drive from the Mediterranean.
This is a great program for people who want to experience life in Turkey and the Turkish culture in-depth. The program has a focus on cultural exchange and host families are not only excited to learn English but also love to share the characteristics of their country, culture and cuisine.
 This is a high-energy and really fun position. GeoVisions provides the materials; you provide the personality to liven up a family class or dinner conversation! Find out first-hand how a Turkish family lives day-to-day. Sometimes there are opportunities to take part in family activities and to meet extended family. Plus, they can show you landmarks and the hidden gems of Turkey.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Sharing your language with the host family for at least 15 hours a week Monday to Friday.
- Using GeoVisions' text book, A Tutor's Guide: Teaching English To Families and Children, provide creative, fun and informative conversation sessions.
- Keep your room tidy and clean and respect the host family’s rules and habits.
- Manage your own personal expenses (telephone bills, clothing, entertainment and spending money).
- Be available to help the children with their English homework.
- Play games in English with the children.
What You Get For Your Program Fee  Personalized Volunteer Placement with a host family through our Partner in Turkey. - Your orientation in our partner's office in Turkey or by a local coordinator.
- A comfortable, safe place to live in Turkey, your own private room, all of your meals, and transportation from the airport to your host family.
- An experienced U.S. based GeoVisions Program Manager (and former volunteer with GeoVisions) who will serve as your coordinator and liaison with our in-country staff in Turkey.
- In-country basic language assistance and (optional) language classes.
- Professional, locally-based staff to provide orientation, supervision and guidance throughout your stay.
- Extensive medical, accident and dental insurance along with emergency evacuation insurance.
- Important documents, including in-depth pre-departure packs, orientation information, and all in-country informational materials.
- A toll-free 24-hour emergency hotline in the U.S.
- Premium online membership at the ESL-Lounge.
- Two-months online membership at Pongo Resume.
- The President's Volunteer Service Award including a lapel pen, letter from the President of The United States and certificate.
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