Where will I teach?
Padres Blancos School is a private catholic institution in Seville, well reputed for its education, faculty, facilities, and resources. It is located no more then a 30 minute walk from the SAIIE center.
What ages/grades are served?
Kindergarden (ages 3 to 6)
Primary (ages 6 to 11)
Secondary (called ESO) (ages 11 to 16)
High School (called Bachillerato) (ages 16 to 18)
What types of volunteering opportunities are available at Padres Blancos?
Students will help in the English classes as assistant teachers.
Are there any prerequisites skills needed?
No specific skills are required. However, students must be willing to help and make a commitment.
Is there a language requirement?
Even though it is recommended you speak a little Spanish, it is not required. However, you should be eager to learn.
Who will the students be working with?
Students will work with faculty at Padres Blancos and the program coordinator at the Spanish-American Institute of International Education(SAIIE).
What is the typical time commitment for each opportunity?
It depends upon the student and their schedule, but most students volunteer a minimum of one day per week for 2 ½ hours.
Can I receive academic credit for the experience?
At the moment, academic credit is not available through the SAIIE nor the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, however we hope to have a credit-bearing experience available in the near future.
How can I learn more?
Contact SAIIE in Seville at +34. 954 22 23 04 or email the SAIIE Director, Mr. Samantha Chipres, at samanthac@saiie.com