Deadline- 20 October 2013
Applications are accepted for Teach English in Colombia Fellowship Program offered by Atlas Corps. The goal of this program is to facilitate the development of a prosperous Colombia where children and youth have the opportunity to receive a high-quality bilingual education. Fellows learn leadership skills in an international context while inspiring English language skills in Colombian youth. In addition to full-time teaching, Fellows participate in ongoing professional development activities offered by Atlas Corps through the Global Leadership Lab and Volunteers COLOMBIA. Benefits for this prestigious 11-month fellowship program, include a living stipend, health insurance, teacher training, and ongoing professional development.
Eligibility & Criteria-
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- English language skills, as native language proficiency or equivalent
- Spanish language skills, at basic level or higher
- Interest in serving in an educational environment
- 35 years or younger
- Ability to commit to 11 months of service from January 12 through December 15, 2014
Benefits-
- Stipend of $800 USD/month month (To support the 10 months of direct teaching service at the SENA placement sites—Fellows receive a month of holidays over the course of the year as mentioned under “Length”)
- Stipend Bonus #1 is $250 USD after completing the first semester
- Stipend Bonus #2 is $750 USD after completing the entire program successfully
- Local health insurance provided by Volunteers Colombia
- Housing: Volunteers Colombia can provide housing for participants. Around $300 USD will be deducted from the stipend if Fellows elect to have housing provided.
- Atlas Corps Global Network: Fellows enroll in the Atlas Corps, which includes more than 200 individuals from 54 countries, ongoing access to in-person and virtual professional development, preferred registration and access to scholarships to attend top international convenings (such as Clinton Global Initiative, NEXUS: Global Youth Summit, Social Good Summit, and more)
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