The foundation manages a network of thirty-eight Catholic educational institutions and seeks to provide quality education for over 6000 students of disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. Reading, Mathematics, and English are the three main axes of pedagogy. To monitor the students’ improvement, standards are being applied in all participating schools, and practices are being systematized throughout the different grades. The foundation adheres to the Plan Ceibal, an Uruguayan government program to teach English in public schools throughout the country.
Industry: Education & Teaching; Development & Sustainability
Sector: Nonprofit Organization (Foundation)
Location: Montevideo, Uruguay
Possible Intern Roles:
Educational Consultant Intern
The intern will work alongside other teachers to provide support in lesson planning and classroom instruction for English classes in different groups of primary schools. The intern will be able to provide guidance with native knowledge and pronunciation of the English language in order to accompany the classes actively.
Suggested Spanish level: Fluent
Candidate requirements: The ideal candidate will be studying education or have experience in the field. Skills in communication, teamwork, and student management are important.
Research and Analysis Intern
The intern will collect data from class tests and provide analysis of data through reports, with recommendations for how to improve the class results and instruction quality.
Suggested Spanish level: Fluent
Candidate requirements: Candidates should have experience in research and education, as well as digital competence, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
In the words of past interns:
“My internship site is big on communication and ensuring that the intern feels like they are contributing to the work in a healthy and friendly environment. I was encouraged to voice my ideas on performing tasks every step of the way. I was able to motivate both students and teachers to improve their English communication skills, I improved on my cross-cultural communication skills and learned a lot about the Uruguayan culture.” - Godfrella J, Teacher Assistant, from University of Richmond
“ My supervisor was always available to answer my questions whenever I needed, and she made me feel very comfortable at the school. I was never afraid to go to her with questions or recommendations. The school and supervisor I was matched with were incredible - everybody was extremely welcoming, and the school quickly felt like a second home.” - Clara T, Teacher Assistant from Princeton University