Our Mission is to create opportunities and foster dignity through the power of education.

Safe Passage works with the poorest at-risk children of families working in the Guatemala City garbage dump. Within a safe and caring environment, we provide a comprehensive and integrated program that fosters hope, good health, educational achievement, self-sufficiency, self esteem and confidence.

Principal duties include:

• Lesson planning, making props, testing, etc.

• Tutoring students/staff/administration one on one and in small groups

• Coordinating extracurricular activities

• Creating creative and innovative ways to motivate students to learn English

Skills and experience required for this position include:

• Strong speaking and writing skills in English and Spanish or desire to take classes prior to starting.

• Certified in teaching English

• Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills

• Patience and ability to work with children from homes with little or no parental guidance.

• Strong organizational skills

• Experience teaching or working with school age children (Ages 5-19)

This position is a long-term position and would require the volunteer to make at least a six-month commitment with a stipend.

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