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Childcare & Community Support in Cusco – Cultural Exchange👧 🧒

The experience

This experience focuses on supporting children from low-income communities through educational and recreational activities. From Mon–Fri, 2:30–5:30 pm. Volunteers support & help with:

- School homework
- Teach English
- Organize , artistic, sports and recreational activities
- Share personal talents (music, dance, yoga..
- Sharing love, positive energy, and creating a safe, joyful environment is an essential part of the experience.

What you offer

15 hours of help per week

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: € 12 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Our project is self-financed, and the contribution related to accommodation helps us cover rent and utilities for the project facilities and the volunteer house, support coordination, and cover possible emergencies involving the children. This support allows us to keep the project running in a safe and organized way. For a limited number of volunteers (1–2 people), we offer a free shared room for stays of one or two months (first to apply).

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Spanish

Between 18 and 60 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Our program offers volunteers the opportunity to contribute to the local community while experiencing the richness of Andean culture in the beautiful city of Cusco. This experience also allows volunteers to practice and improve their Spanish skills through daily interaction.

Volunteers usually help prepare and facilitate activities, but we are very flexible and open to adapting tasks according to each volunteer’s skills, interests, and ideas. We truly enjoy co-creating the program together and making the experience enjoyable and meaningful.

We value volunteers who are respectful, responsible, motivated, and empathetic, with an open and collaborative attitude toward the children and the team. Flexibility, initiative, punctuality, and teamwork are highly appreciated.

As an organization, we provide a safe, respectful, and organized environment. Volunteers receive an initial orientation, necessary materials, and ongoing support throughout their stay. No special equipment is required—just comfortable clothing, a positive attitude, and willingness to help.

Our priority is that everyone feels comfortable, safe, and happy during this experience.


Activities & Shift

ACTIVITIES PROGRAM

- Help children with school homework
- Support basic English learning through games and activities
- Organize recreational, artistic, and sports activities
- Play, share, and create a safe and positive environment
- Support the team during daily activities with the children
- Occasionally help prepare materials for activities

SHIFTS

- Monday to Friday
- Afternoon shift: 2:30 pm – 5:00 / 5:30 pm
- Free mornings and weekends

EXPLORING CUSCO IN YOUR FREE TIME

Cusco and its surroundings offer many opportunities to enjoy your free time, such as visiting Inca sites, trekking to places like Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, or Humantay Lake, and taking weekend trips to destinations such as Lake Titicaca or Colca Canyon.

Spanish classes are also available (group or private) for volunteers who wish to improve their language skills—feel free to ask us for more information.

Cusco is a very touristic city, and our team can help guide you with local recommendations or organize optional excursions, making it easier for you to enjoy your stay without stress.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

As part of our cultural exchange, the Association offers courtesy cultural activities so volunteers can enjoy and better understand local traditions. One or two activities are organized weekly on a rotating basis, such as:

Latin dance classes (salsa & bachata)

Visits to local restaurants (each person covers their own meal)

Museum visits (chocolate, coca, Inka culture, etc.)

Nature walks and visits to beautiful, non-touristy places

Andean music concerts and similar events

Rules

House Rules (Optional)

We are very flexible, and one of our priorities is that you have a wonderful experience with us in Cusco. Open communication and mutual respect are key to a positive stay.

If you are feeling sick, please let us know. Your health is the most important thing, and we encourage you to take the necessary time to rest.

Main rule: Enjoy your time in Cusco 😊

VOLUNTEER HOUSE
To ensure a comfortable and respectful coexistence with other volunteers, we kindly ask you to:

- Keep shared spaces clean and organized
- Clean the kitchen and wash dishes immediately after use
- Be mindful of noise, especially when arriving late at night
- Leave the bathroom clean after use
- Use electricity and water responsibly

PROJECT WITH CHILDREN
For the well-being and safety of the children, we ask volunteers to:

- Be responsible and respectful at all times
- Avoid bringing food; if you do, please share it with all the children
- Take photos only in a respectful and responsible way
- Limit cell phone use during activities with the children
- Avoid bringing unhealthy food (soda, candy, gum, etc.)

We believe in teamwork, respect, and creating a safe and positive environment for everyone.