Description:
Participate in CHI's English Conversation Volunteers Abroad (ECVA) program! CHI will set you up with a host family in the country of your choice. You will live with your family and practice basic English conversation skills for up to 15 hours a week. The program can run from one to three months. Some knowledge of the language is recommended, but not required. Teaching experience is not required. You will have lots of free time to explore the area, make friends and learn about the culture. Language courses may be available - Inquire.
This program includes: A private room in your host family, meals, a textbook to help you tutor, host family details before your program fee is due, and in-country support. For an application to our ECVA program visit our website today. If possible please apply two months before your desired departure.
Placements available in over 30 countries! You choose!
* Must be a native English speaker.
Buddy Bonus - Apply with a friend and you will each receive USD 50 off your program fee, even if you go to different countries
Highlights:
This is a great way to truly experience another culture! You are able to live for free with your host family and have the opportunity to learn from them. The free time allows you to travel and experience the culture.
"I believe living with a host family is the best because it is such an ideal way to build relationships with people of another culture and language background. Teaching and living with a host family truly maximizes one's experience." - George L., Spain OET
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Participants must be at least 18 years old, fluent in English and willing to live and adapt to another culture's customs. Participants must be born in the United States or Canada.
Minimum Education: Associates
Language:
English
Language Used As A Medium of Teaching:
English
Cost in US$: prices start from USD699 for a placement of one month
Cost Includes: Placement with a host family, room and board, teaching materials and 24 hour in-country support.
Salary / Pay: Volunteer position
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
adult education,
childcare/children,
conservation,
education,
English teaching,
teaching,
tutor,
volunteering
and youth
Typical Volunteer: Open and willing to experience new cultures. You must be very adaptable and accepting of cultures other than your own.
Age Range: 18+
This Program is open to
American
and Canadian
Participants.
.
Typical Living Arrangement:
Home-stays
Participants Travel to - Multi-Country
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
Cultural Homestay International's Mission Statement: Cultural Homestay International (CHI) is a non-profit public benefit organization founded in 1980 to promote international understanding, friendship, and goodwill through cultural homestays. We believe that the best way to eliminate fear and prejudice among nations is to experience directly the cultures, languages, and customs of the peoples by living with them.
Year Founded: 1980