Special education project
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About the project
Special education project
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Our partner organization in this country was founded in Guatemala in 2005 by former international volunteers who wanted to offer flexible and impactful volunteer programs in Central America. This flexibility allows participants to commit for a duration that suits them, in a field where their skills can provide the most support. This approach helps create a positive impact for local communities and a rewarding experience for the volunteer.
The organization is guided by the principle that every contribution, no matter the size, can make a meaningful difference. Years later, they continue to collaborate with key local projects to foster strong, self-sufficient communities. By joining one of their programs, you are taking a step towards supporting sustainable community initiatives and engaging in an authentic cultural exchange.
The mission of our local partner is to strengthen human resources through volunteer programs, educational travel, and internship placements. They provide opportunities for students and professionals to gain valuable experience in their chosen field by matching them with the most suitable projects available.
💼 What the programme involves
The special education program works with disabled children and young adults to facilitate the education that is right for their specific condition. Students in the special education program have conditions such as:down syndrome,cerebral palsy, autism, speech impairment, physical disabilities, and other disabilities that would not make the student suitable for a regular school.
Volunteers with a background in psychology, social work or education are highly appreciated in this project.
Volunteers working in the special education program should be patient, caring and full of energy.
Possible tasks:
-Planning educational activities with teachers.
-Teaching basic skills and home education.
-Playing educational games with the students.
-Conducting therapies specific to a student’s condition.
-Aiding in cleaning up after the students..
-Assisting the staff in basic administration tasks..
Schedule: 8 am-1pm.Monday to Friday.
🏠 Accommodation on site
Host family accommodation with two meals per day or shared hostel accommodation with access to a kitchen(depending on availability and request)
🍲 Food
two meals per day
📍 About the location
Location:Cusco.
⚠️ Requirements
All participants must be 18 years or older when starting the program and must submit the following documents:
-Application form
-Copy resume, or a summary of experience.
-Emergency contacts.
-Copy of passport.
-Proof of adequate medical travel insurance.
Medical interns must submit proof of academic training.
Volunteers working with children must submit a background check.
🤝 Meeting point
Free pickup is included most Sundays. If a participant can’t make it on specified dates, a $50 fee will be included in the program to cover extra transportation and out-of-date orientation. Please ask for a list of available start dates. Airport pickup is included from Alejandro Velasco Astete Cusco International Airport (CUZ)
airport in Cusco and its nearby hotels. Alternatively, participants can meet with coordinators in Cusco if they are already in the country.
ℹ️ Additional information
Visas: People with passports from the EU, USA, UK, Australia, and many other countries entering Peru will be issued a 90-day tourist visa on arrival.
Add-ons
Spanish lessons
Seasonal tours
Lodging upgrades upon request for certain projects
All individual programs include:
Welcome at the airport and transport to accommodation.
On-call support from in-country staff and emergency assistance 24/7.
Program and project orientation.
Host family accommodation with two meals per day or shared hostel accommodation with access to a kitchen(depending on availability and request)
Project placement.
Certificate of program completion
Programs do not include:
Flight to and from destination
Laundry services
Transport to the airport and daily transport.
Immunizations(if needed)
Visa or related fees.
Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.
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📅 Available sessions
special education_PE
17/02/2026 at 00:00 → 31/08/2028 at 00:00
ℹ️ Key information
Age required
18–99 years old
Solidarity donation
725.00 USD ≈ 649 EUR
French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).
📍 Location
Cusco, Peru
Peru
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Peru Nuevo Sol (PEN / S/.)
Exchange rate
1 PEN = 0.262474 EUR
Rate as of 31/05/2026
Timezone
Peru Standard Time
Local time: 21:07 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
🗣️ Languages spoken