Instituto Suizo “William Tell'
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About the project
Instituto Suizo “William Tell'
📝 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
Aims of the project
Provide education to over 200 students from 3-12 years of age.
Project´s activities
The school is divided into a kindergarten and a school where the children are taught subjects such as Math, Science, English, Social Studies, Physical Education, Language and Computation.
Volunteer´s tasks
The volunteer contributes to the school life mainly by working as a teacher. Supported by the Ecuadorian teachers, the volunteer gives English classes of 40 minutes each to the children. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30am-1pm. The volunteer is responsible for teaching and structuring the lessons, giving homework, designing and giving tests.
🏠 Accommodation on site
Host family
📍 About the location
La Planada (Colinas del Norte), an urban but outlying area in the north-west of Quito.
The project is located in La Planada, an urban, but outlying area in the north-west of Quito about 3000 meters above sea level. In the morning it is quite cold, later it can be sunny and hot. The population is quite poor and the majority of adults work as domestic servants and construction workers in nearby upper-class communities. The director’s family lives next to the school which helps cultivate a close community atmosphere.
⚠️ Requirements
The volunteer must have good or very good English skills. He/She should be organized, motivated, proactive and should like the interaction with small children. Previous experience with working with children, and ability in the arts would be an asset. He/She should not be afraid of working as an independent teacher. Maturity is a must.
ℹ️ Additional information
Participation fees from August 2023 to January 2024 :
- 4 weeks: 500 €
- Add 125 € for each additional week.
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Sign in to apply📅 Available sessions
ICYE/WILLIAMAUTO-EXT
31/05/2026 at 00:00 → 27/10/2027 at 00:00
ICYE/WILLIAMAUTO-EXT
01/01/2025 at 00:00 → 30/05/2026 at 00:00
ICYE/WILLIAM
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
San Antonio Y Junto Al Lote 1539, Quito 170134, 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: 21:10 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
🗣️ Languages spoken