There are times when a person has a little time on his hands and would like to be of help to someone, somewhere, but does not know where to start. Many volunteer organizations ask for large amounts of money, just to work for free. I think there is another way.

There are many places that could use some help for a good cause...across the street or across the sea. Many of these causes, if not most are not sponsored by any group or organization, Their missions are worthy and many have as hard a time finding you as you have finding them. If you see someone who you think needs help, offer it. I fully believe we can start helping others without being overly cautious. If it feels right, help out...You will probably be right, and let your reward be the smile of thanks you receive.

Here in Ecuador there are a lot of opportunities to lend a hand. For Example, English teachers are in short supply, even though English is a required course.

Wednesday, March 23, 2005

English Teacher for Pre-School Children

A few miles from Banos is a small community called San Francisco. We are planning to open on the May 1, 2005 a center for pre-school children from San Francisco and the neighboring community of Rio Negro. The school will be conducted entirely in English so that the children will have a working knowledge of English when they start formal schooling at the age of six.

We are looking for two persons, young or old, who love children, and would be willing to spend at least four mounts teaching English through games and projects, exactly the same way as is done in kindergarten in the English speaking countries.

We can offer room and board for the modest sum of $150 per month in exchange for 20 hour work-weeks. There will be plenty of time each day for sightseeing and week-end trips. You may just decide to make this place your home.


Photo by J. Walker

The pre-school will be housed on the lower level of one of the A-frame-style at a place called Margarita Ville. For more information about Banos and the surrounding area click here.

If interested?....Contact Roberto at banosecuador@hotmail.com.

posted by Roberto at 1:07 PM 0 comments