This organization can only accpet candidates from Visa Exempt countries. Please check this website to see if your country of origin/passport is eligible for visa exemption. If not, your application will be declined.
https://embassies.net/honduras-visa-exemption#google_vignette
POSITION: Volunteer Classroom Teacher
LOCATION: Cofradía, Cortés, Honduras
TIME COMMITMENT: July 2025 - June 2026
REQUIRED DUTIES:
● Facilitate relationships with students’ parents and other community members
● Plan lessons and teach in English (all subjects with the exception of Social Studies and Spanish)
● Foster a safe and productive classroom environment for students
● Serve as a Lunch/Recess monitor
● Collaborate with the teaching team (Honduran and International) on school projects, events, planning, and curriculum development
● Contribute to the collaborative and respectful group living experience
● Serve as an ambassador for BECA by helping to spread the word about our work to your families and friends
● Participate in professional development events, such as local education-based conferences, and BECA-lead efforts
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
● A Bachelor’s degree by June 2025 (all majors welcome to apply!)
○ Candidate with an Associate’s degree may be considered, and are encouraged to apply
● A commitment to BECA’s mission and a dedication to social justice
● Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
● Capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
● Willingness to operate in a low-resource environment under challenging living conditions
Bonus points if you...
● Have experience with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other international (or domestic!) teaching programs
BENEFITS: All BECA volunteer teachers receive...
● A monthly food stipend
● Local transportation to/from the airport upon arrival and departure
● Housing (within a shared living accommodation)
● High-speed internet, and all utilities, provided by BECA
● Assistance in obtaining temporary residency status, or support with obtaining a temporary VISA, depending on volunteer need/local regulations
● Intensive summer training, and ongoing training and professional development throughout the academic year
● Immersion in a Spanish speaking community, with opportunities for Spanish-language acquisition
APPLY: If interested in applying, please complete our volunteer application here: http://becaschools.org/get-involved/volunteer-application. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled, so candidates are encouraged to apply early.
If you are interested in referring a potential candidate, please email their name and contact information to: volunteers@becaschools.org.
More information about our organization can be found at www.becaschools.org.
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