LIVE WITH A FAMILY IN SPAIN AND TEACH THEM ENGLISH 15 HOURS EACH WEEK

Photo of Barcelona.Volunteer 15 hours each week in exchange for free room and board!  Weekends are normally free to experience the food and culture by traveling around Europe.  Conversation Corps volunteers are placed all over Spain.

This is a great program for people who want to experience life in Spain and the Spanish 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.

The Need:  Volunteer 15 hours a week, mostly on weekdays, helping your host family with Conversational English.  That's it.  Many Spanish families want to learn English or get better at speaking English through conversation.  They are willing to provide a private room and 3 home-cooked, healthy meals each day.

Benefits:

  • GeoVisions' Text, A Tutors GuideTravel for less.
  • You put in a few hours each day literally talking, and depending on your schedule, your host family and your exact location, you may have time to travel and experience the culture in depth.
  • Do you want to learn Spanish or brush up on your language skills?  We can easily arrange optional language classes for you.  It's up to you.
  • Tip the advantage to you by enhancing your resume by volunteering with the Conversation Corps.  Job: "Private Language Tutor." References:  Global.  It just doesn't get any better than that.
  • You "meet" your family in advance through email and phone calls.  Each family is interviewed and carefully screened by in-country staff.
  • Exclusive materials written by GeoVisions staff will give you "a bag of tricks" as you engage your new family.

 The Conversation Corps logo.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 Spanish 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 Spain.

Conversation Corps volunteers must be native English speakers.  They need to have earned a high school (secondary school) diploma or certificate, be in good health and abide by the family’s rules and habits. Placements are available year 'round and range in duration from one to three months.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

  • Sharing your language with the host family for at least 15 hours a week, normally Monday to Friday.
  • Using GeoVisions' own textbook, provide creative, fun and informative language 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.

 New Program Fee:

  • $990 for 1 to 3 months for placements starting October 1, 2010 through April 30, 2011.

What You Get For Your Program Fee:

  • Madrid, SpainPersonalized Volunteer Placement with a host family through our Partner in Spain, including all the coordination, in-person visits and communication necessary with the local organization.
  • Orientation is available by telephone upon arrival to your host family or by going to our partner's office anytime after arrival. 
  • A comfortable, safe place to live in Spain, your own private room, and all of your meals when you are with the family.
  • An experienced U.S. based GeoVisions Program Manager  who will serve as your coordinator and liaison with our in-country staff in Spain.
  • In-country basic language assistance.
  • 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.
  • Our own text book, A Tutor's Guide--Teaching English To Families and Children.
  • 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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FACT FILE
Minimum Length 1 month 
Maximum Length 3 months 
Add on Blocks of Time 1 month 
Age 18+  Health Good 
For Minimum Length $ 990 
For Maximum Length $ 990 
Additional Fee Information A two-month placement is $990. If you stay 3 months the cost per day is only $11. 
Language Training Optional Spanish classes may be available at an additional charge. Classes need to be arranged locally.  Airport Transfers Not included 
Orientation INCLUDED by telephone or meeting at office  Flights Not included 
Insurance INCLUDED  Visa Costs No Visa is necessary for this program. 
Local Transportation Not included  Other If host family cannot collect you at the airport, precise directions to the family is provided. 
Room INCLUDED 
Meals INCLUDED 
Locations Families are located all over Spain. 
Working Hours 15 hours per week. 
Language Requirements Must be a native English speaker. 
Additional Information There is a supplemental application process. Once we receive all documents (host family letter, photos, etc.) we will need 2 full months to find a suitable family. Please allow for this in your travel plans. 
Arrival Dates Flexible. 

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