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Published 2/13/26 12:53PM
Yearlong English Teaching Assistant (Volunteer)
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Granada, Granada, Nicaragua
Details
Start Date:
June 20, 2026
End Date:
July 2, 2027
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime)
Time Commitment:
Full time (30+ hrs/wk)
Commitment Details:
Volunteers are expected to work regular school hours (7am-3pm Monday through Friday) for the duration of the semester.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
8
Cause Areas:
Children & Youth, Community Development, Economic Development, Education, Volunteering
Benefits:
Stipend Provided, Training Provided, Housing Available, Language / Cultural Support Available
Good For:
International Volunteers
Participation Requirements:
Background Check
Age Requirement:
21+
Other Requirements:
All volunteers should be excited to live in community with each other as they contribute to the shared mission of OIN.
Description
Make an Impact. Gain Experience. Live Abroad.
Opportunity International Nicaragua is a community economic development nonprofit working in rural Nicaragua to expand access to education and entrepreneurship. Volunteers support our rural education and career readiness initiatives as English Teaching Assistants at Escuela Secundaria Técnica Emprendedora, our technical high school outside Granada.
Responsibilities:
- Support local English teachers with daily lessons
- Run English conversation groups with small groups of students
- Help prepare students for English presentations and other evaluations
- Contribute to the long-term goal of all students achieving B2 English proficiency by graduation
What You'll Gain:
- Meaningful experience with an established community-economic development nonprofit
- Language immersion and the chance to improve your Spanish
- Deep community with other volunteers
- Experience living abroad with opportunities for independent travel across Latin America
Program Details:
- Location: Granada, Nicaragua
- Timeline: July 2025 – June 2026
- Break: Early December – late January (volunteers return home)
- Stipend: Covers the cost of food and living expenses
- Housing: Free housing in central Granada
- Arrival: Includes 3-week Spanish immersion and homestay
Who Should Apply:
- Recent college graduates
- No teaching license or Spanish fluency required
- Open to living simply, learning cross-culturally, and building relationships
Location
On-site
Opportunity International Nicaragua
Granada, Nicaragua
Directions
Volunteer housing is provided in Granada's city-center. The organization will facilitate transportation to the school.
How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
To apply: Submit a resume, cover letter, and one reference to tspesia@opportunitynicaragua.org.
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