Get Involved
The multi-disciplinary nature of The Quito Project has allowed us to employ the skills and talents of a wide variety of volunteers, from medical professionals, to social workers, to film students.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
1. Tutor
Aim: to provide academic support for children of all ages in an impoverished community in San Martin, Quito, Ecuador. Our priority is to help these children academically succeed while also providing a supportive and caring environment.
Method: through assisting in local classrooms and providing academic support in an after-school tutoring site, tutors will work with children in improving their reading, writing, critical thinking and math skills.
Additional Information:
Duration: May-August
Costs: Airfare: $600-$800
Room and Board: $12/night
Immunizations
Travel (weekends)
Miscellaneous Expenses
Housing: Home-stay with the Oñas (our Education partners in Ecuador). All
tutors live together.
Additional Requirements: Weekly meetings, Minimum one month stay in Quito