English Teacher

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Santa Marta, Colombia Start Date: July 2024 Placement Length: 6 months with the possibility of extension Language Requirements: English Level 5-Fluent ; Spanish Level 4-Advanced Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada Only The Volunteer's Role Do you enjoy sharing your skills so local organizations and participants can build more sustainable futures? Do you enjoy teaching and have strong English language skills? This opportunity is for you. Our partner organizations, Guardabosques de la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and Fundación Kaby, located in rural Santa Marta, require support to strengthen their English skills and those of the people impacted by their projects. This will help them to enhance their marketing strategies, commercialization of local products and agrotourism processes that they are carrying out to improve the living conditions of the local communities. Come and be part of this process! As a volunteer, you will: Access the current English language level of staff. Design and implement an English language training program for participants and partner organizations, emphasizing marketing and local tourism. Integrate follow-up evaluations to measure partners' capacity building. Support in the translation process of visible content for marketing products, flyers, and websites. Essential Requirements: Degree or diploma in teaching, education, human and social sciences, pedagogy, or another related field. Essential Background: Experience in teaching, language practice, and development of training programs What's in it for YOU? A life-changing experience! About Us, the Project and the Partner Cuso International Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada. Project - Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) Cuso International will deliver the Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) project, with a contribution from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) over seven years (2020-2027). SHARE aims to improve the economic and/or social well-being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. In addition to increasing the engagement of Canadians in international development and key global issues, this project will aim to increase the performance of country partners to deliver more inclusive, innovative and environmentally sustainable development initiatives that advance gender equality, in support of the action areas of Canada's Feminist International Assistance Policy. Partner - Guardabosques de la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta Guardabosques de la Sierra is an association focused on giving value to its cocoa through quality and transformation into derivative products. Always attentive to the preservation of regional cocoa trees, immersed in reforestation processes under agroforestry models of cocoa, gender equity under the premise of highlighting the values of community, care, solidarity, common good, and protection of our associated ethnic communities recognizing the diversity of our territory. Benefits Terms and Conditions Cuso International's terms and conditions allow you to lead a modest and healthy lifestyle while being effective in your placement. This support package will cover basic living expenses for one volunteer and is not intended to cover home-based expenses (eg. loans, support payments, etc.) or luxury items such as imported items in placement or international personal travel. Support Package Modest monthly living allowance Accommodation while in placement Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication, and health insurance Pre-departure training, in-country orientation and reintegration debriefing On-the-ground support through our Cuso International's Country Program Office Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months Other Requirements: Please note that if you are shortlisted for the placement, you will be required to: Provide two Professional References and one Personal Reference Complete an oral assessment during your preliminary telephone interview in the language required for your placement Obtain a Police Check at our request Complete a full medical exam and be medically cleared before your departure Due to the COVID-19 situation, be double vaccinated following the World Health Organization-approved vaccines. We seek individuals who share our values and are dedicated to supporting marginalized groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ communities. Fundraising We ask each volunteer, regardless of placement length, to raise $2,000. All volunteers receive support from Cuso International to help achieve the goal through fundraising. If the volunteer chooses not to fundraise or is unable to achieve the fundraising goal, he/she can make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor to support our work. Pre-departure Training and Briefing - Skills and Knowledge for Working in Development (SKWID) We commit to helping you prepare as best as possible for your placement. You will have an advisor to support you through the process and will receive essential training as part of your preparation. You will also have access to self-directed briefing documents, online training, and external resources through the volunteer portal. This training is designed to maximize your understanding of your placement and culture, help you identify and plan your learning, and help you stay safe and healthy during your placement. In-Country Training and Learning You will receive an In-Country Orientation (ICO) that builds upon the pre-departure training. This will be conducted by either the country program office or the supporting partner organization. This normally lasts for 2-10 days (depending on language learning requirements and other factors). In some countries, volunteers will be able to access ongoing language training opportunities. In-Country Orientation equips you with the relevant skills, knowledge, and country-specific information to be successful in your placement. Furthermore, our Country Program Office or local partner will provide you with continuous in-country support throughout your placement. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Cuso International works with poor, vulnerable and marginalized people, mainly women and girls, to eradicate poverty and inequality. We understand the need to uphold and enforce the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct. At Cuso International, we believe that all people, regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity or disability have the right to live lives free of harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse. Cuso International considers all forms of harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse to be incompatible with fundamental belief in the human dignity of all people, international and national agreements and standards, and its core values. Cuso International volunteers must agree to uphold the Child Protection, Prevention of Workplace Violence, Prevention of Workplace Harassment and Discrimination, and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policies and Code of Conduct . Residency and Citizenship Residency The majority of Cuso International volunteer applicants are residing in Canada at the time of application and during the pre-departure process. Occasionally we received applications from volunteer applicants who are residing outside of Canada at the time of application. In both instances, between your application date and placement start date, we must be able to contact you and you must be able to contact us easily and promptly throughout the process. We may require your passport and would need to be aware of your current place of residence and any travel plans you may have during this time. You will also require unrestricted access to Canada during this time for training, as applicable. Citizenship Leaving your country of residence can have significant effects on your citizenship status in that country. It is your responsibility to research the consequences of travelling to Canada during the pre-departure process if you are living outside of Canada and leaving your country of residence for a placement with the immigration authority where you live. By applying to this placement, you accept full responsibility for any consequences related to your citizenship, residency, and immigration status or penalties as a result of travel to pre-departure training, international placement, or other Cuso International-related travel. You must check the implications that apply to you, but examples include: Canadian permanent residents may need to make arrangements with immigration authorities before travelling. These arrangements allow them to travel without risk to their status in Canada. Without them, residency status may be withdrawn. Citizens of other countries, including those visiting Canada on a visa, may have travel restrictions.