Instituto Suizo “Carlos Álvarez Miño”
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About the project
Instituto Suizo “Carlos Álvarez Miño”
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Fundación VASE (Voluntariado para la Ayuda Social del Ecuador) is a non-profit organization, created in 2008. We work to strengthen intercultural relations, promote volunteer social aid and inspire the commitment of a global citizenship.
We believe in a world full of solidarity, social and personal development, as well as respect for diversity. Through volunteering we build new generations with values dedicated to improving global social conditions.
Fundación VASE is the only member in Ecuador of the ICYE (International Cultural Youth Exchange) federation. ICYE is an international non-governmental organization with more than 70 years of experience in promoting youth activity and global citizenship. Today ICYE is a federation with more than 40 national committees in America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania.
💼 What the programme involves
The aims is to provide education for over 300 students from 3-12 years of age.
The private school has a kindergarten and a school where the children are taught subjects such as Math, Science, English, Social Studies, Physical Education, Music and Computation.
Volunteer's tasks:
Depending on their skills and desire, the volunteer can assist in English classes, considering that the highest needs are in English. They also have the possibility to assist the English teacher in the kindergarten. If they are doing well and enjoy their job they can also take on the responsibility of teaching their own classes if they want to.
🏠 Accommodation on site
📍 About the location
The community is located in Carapungo, an urban area in the north of Quito. Its climate is quite dry, which makes it less suitable for agriculture than in other sectors.
⚠️ Requirements
Very good level of English and Spanish, hardworking, proactive, organized, motivated and committed. S/he must be patient and like to teach.
ℹ️ Additional information
Participation fees from August 2023 to January 2024 :
- 4 weeks: 500 €
- Add 125 € for each additional week.
Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.
Sign in to apply📅 Available sessions
ICYE/CARLOS
05/08/2023 at 00:00 → 31/12/2024 at 00:00
ECU-28/2018
01/01/2025 at 00:00 → 30/05/2026 at 00:00
ECU-28/2018AUTO-EXT
31/05/2026 at 00:00 → 27/10/2027 at 00:00
ICYE/CARLOSAUTO-EXT
01/01/2025 at 00:00 → 30/05/2026 at 00:00
ℹ️ Key information
Age required
18–99 years old
Solidarity donation
500.00 EUR
French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).
📍 Location
Carapungo, Quito, Ecuador
Ecuador
🌍 Location info
Local currency
United States Dollar (USD / $)
Exchange rate
1 USD = 0.895608 EUR
Rate as of 31/05/2026
Timezone
Ecuador Time
Local time: 21:45 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
🗣️ Languages spoken