Jardín de Niños Joaquín Figueroa (MEX-22)


Type: Education: Kindergarden - Country: Mexico

Brief description and main aims

The Kindergarden "Joaquin Figueroa" is a public institution, which focuses on providing the best education at the preschool level, so children can develop life-lasting skills and gain a global vision. Other objectives include:

  • Providing them with opportunities and skills for their development
  • Increasing their multi-cultural learning
  • Developing language skills
  • Providing free education to children with low economic resources

Main Activities

In the project, children receive care and education according to their age.
 
The regular activities include:
  • Handcrafts
  • Exercise
  • Games
  • Learning and integration activities

The Jardín de Niños Joaquín Figueroa also offers talks and workshops for the families. 

Volunteer tasks

  • Assist the teachers in daily activities, like checking the homework
  • Offer support during sports lessons
  • Develop workshops (art, music, sports, etc.) for children
  • Support the teachers during English and computer lessons
  • Interact with the children and offer them support in their daily tasks
 

Volunteer requirements / Skills

  • Interested in working with children
  • Responsible and motivated to help others
  • Patient
  • Punctual
  • Open-minded and flexible
  • Knowledge of the English language
  • Management skills 
 

Location

The project is located in Ocotlán, Jalisco.

Most of the children who attend this kindergarten come from dysfunctional and poor families. Moreover, as a public institution, the kindergarten lacks resources for its activities. Therefore, volunteers might be able to see a different reality from their country.

Hosting Situation (Board and Lodging)

The volunteer will live with a host family.

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