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Hello Everyone,
[NOTE: We are Portuguese speakers and do not speak English at our Community]
I started the volunteering program 3 years ago and the goal is to Teach English to the people living in our community and exchange skills and knowledge. Located in the Zona Rural neighborhood, in Itacoatiara-Amozonas, Brazil. We are the largest community in the entire Amazon basin living (consisting about 200 houses) on the banks of amazon river. The Amazon rive is a minute away from the doorstep and is amazing to spend your time watching sunrise, sunset and boats passing-by.
We invite international volunteers to join us so our students can gain a realistic understanding of what speaking English is like, experience different accents, and get a glimpse of life beyond Brazil—a cultural exchange.
In Brazil, extracurricular English classes can be quite expensive. Our goal is to provide affordable classes, hoping to create future opportunities for our students. We believe in the power of language education to build connections, create opportunities, and enrich lives.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
At the house you can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and take advantage of all the local knowledge to enjoy the best and least known walks in Iracema.
Here you profit the time in:
-Enjoying the amazon river.
-Eating all types of fishes from amazon river
-Fishing
-Interacting with the community members
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We expect you to stay with us for at least 2 weeks (Minimum). One of the most important distinctions between hot and cold-climate cultures in the work setting is that hot-climate culture is relationship-based. All hot-climate communication has one goal: to promote a friendly environment and a positive relationship. From what we’ve experienced so far, 2 weeks is a great way to start building these connections.
We expect you to conduct conversational English lessons for students of all ages, from beginner to intermediate level, in an interactive way! No prior knowledge of Portuguese is required. You don't have to be a native English speaker, but you must have an advanced level.
You can teach anything you feel like, there is no restrictions or guideline. We want our people to learn, understand and communicate as much as possible and also a experience with international travelers. So, you'll be expected to give a workshop that can range from talking about your home country/culture to sharing your unique skills with students.
Languages
Languages spoken
Portuguese: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
We can teach you Portuguese and would like to learn English
Accommodation
We have 2 houses for accommodation
HOUSE 1 :
You will be staying with our family at their house.
You will have your own room.
Wifi is available
Ventilator or Table fan will be provided
Our houses are constructed with wood and everything here is basic.
Since its warm here all the time, we never use hot water for shower
You will live and experience the life of amazon community.
HOUSE 2 :
You will be staying with our family at their house.
This house doesn't have any rooms. Its more like a dormitory
Sleeping will be via Hammock only
Preference will be given to House 1. In-case when we have more volunteers, we will accommodate you into House 2.
We offer 1 meal per day, cooked by the locals.
There's also a program to catch your own fish that you can use for the meal preparation. Volunteers are responsible for cooking their food. You can bring it with you or buy some supplies at the local supermarket. You will cook at the local's house. The locals offer some snacks or coffee.
Usually, the English lesson takes 1 or 2 hours. It depends on the volunteer. The rest of the time you can explore the community or participate in various activities like clay bathing, fishing, etc.
Also, we strong advice you to carry a Hammock. Because this will be very useful for your travel in amazon.
What else ...
Transport is only via Boat
Manaus x Iracema : 10 hours of Journey on Amazon River. (We will provide all the necessary information before your travel, so that you can plan your travel.
The boat stops at our community and the house is a minute away.
We have plenty of Mosquitos and Carapana (Culex Amazonicus) in the evening. So carry enough repellants or thick cloths.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have Wifi at our house. But the signal might fluctuate.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
1-2 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (3)
Starting from Belem to Manaus to Sao Pedro de Iracema it took a week by boats. I stayed for 3 weeks.
The Project: 1/5
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Starting from Belem to Manaus to Sao Pedro de Iracema it took a week by boats. I stayed for 3 weeks.
The Project: 1/5
Will talks about the project with such contagious excitement. All the information that is supplied is top notch and put together extremely well. The group chat is also… read more
