Help our community preserve the culture teaching English in Santa Fe, Darien, Panama

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  Description

  Hi everyone this is JONATAHAN a 32 years old man from Darien a wonderful place in Panama. i considered myself a visionary and ambitious man with the dream to transform my community.
  I have traveled some countries, although, I always find myself missing Darien. there is something special about you homeland and mine is not exception, I want to grow in my people the curiosity on what’s posible on this land respecting the nature as its biggest treasure and the advantage to be a white page, where good things could be drawn. First they have to be empowered with knowledge and perspective, both can be achieved with your help, so people can develop and live their lives with purpose.
  
  Project Overview: English School in Puerto Lara, Darien, Panama
  We are excited to launch a community-driven initiative to establish an English school in Puerto Lara, a vibrant town in Darien, Panama. Our goal is to empower local residents by providing access to English language education, which can open doors to new opportunities and perspectives.
  Project Goals:
  * Community Empowerment: Help locals enhance their skills and broaden their horizons through English language learning.
  * Cultural Exchange: Foster connections between volunteers and community members, enriching both parties with fresh ideas and perspectives.
  * Facility Improvement: Transform our school space to make it welcoming and conducive to learning.
  Who We Need: We are seeking brave and dedicated volunteers who are willing to roll up their sleeves and assist in preparing our facility. Whether you have skills in teaching, construction, design, or simply a passion for community service, your contribution will make a meaningful impact.
  Join Us: If you’re ready to be part of something special and help shape the future of Puerto Lara, we’d love to hear from you! Together, we can create an inspiring learning environment and make a lasting difference in the community.
  
  
  Activities:
  Construction: painting, sanding, welding, moving materials….
  Cooking: for you or the team (not a must)
  Gardening: there is a lot to plant and to maintain in the garden and a small orchard.
  To ride bike.
  teaching: the main activity.
  
  Responsibilities:
  -You are responsible for yours security, advices would be given but in the end you are free to go wherever you want.
  -To keep your goods and place arranged.
  -Being a good example to locals, with actions and words.
  -To keep in contact with your team.
  -To communicate any complain or uncomfortable event.
  
  Prohibition:
  No smoke in the house
  No drugs
  never show up dunk in front of the class
  
  
  Accommodation:
  You with live with me in my house family that is being restored, having you own room, shared bathroom and kitchen, there is a good area to hang out on the hamaca, also bicycle would be available for you.
  Food is not included, but local crops are. (Plantain, yuca, mangos, banana,….
  This is the beginning therefore, a bit of flexibility and help with the cleaning of the facilities would be welcome.
  
  
  transportation: you have a bus passing by in front of the house every half an our, any emergency with received immediate assistance, by myself.
  
  Water: Water is from the mountain very natural, but by not being used to it, could caused some stomach issues, so we added little chemicals to prevents this.
  
  Wifi: available and reliable
  
  electricity: free and stable
  
  
  
  The town: Puerto Lara is located some kilometers from my house, in fact we are in the middle of two communities. These are an indigenous village and the other is a mixture of cultures.
  
  
  
  
  
  The journey:
  Once you have landed in Panama, it is recommended to go to Albrook main station where you can take a bus to Darien. From Albrook, you will cross the city again and after approximately 175 km you will be at Agua Fría's Police Control, then another 20 km you'll be in Quebrada Honda.
  
  further question will be answer....free to ask..

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Hospitality/Tourism

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  they can experience tropical nature and learn from it, also locals can shared their knowledge about it.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  we are needing English teachers mostly, Even Though if you have any other additional knowledge to share would be welcome as well.
  volunteers would have a flexible schedule in a friendly community, the primary purpose is to bring some new ideas and knowledge that can help the project grow.
  (English Clases).

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  shared house, private room.

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  What else ...

  Come prepared to deal with insects and parasites.
  take a shower and change your clothes daily.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  as long as it fits in your room

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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