This is a great opportunity to teach these young people about U.S. culture and to develop a deeper understanding of American society. Protecting and promoting the human rights of Roma is a priority of the United States. The Obama administration has repeatedly expressed the US commitment to work with civil society groups and governments to make a real difference in the lives of Roma. Despite some significant progress over the past decade, many Roma still live in Spain on the margins of society. This program is intended to give young Roma students the opportunity to have a better and brighter future, encouraging them to continue their studies, and providing them with skills that can make them more competitive in the work force.
Last year, two Fullbright English Teaching Assistants based in Madrid participated in the program, which was held only in Madrid. This year we are expanding the program to also include Valencia and are looking for three volunteers. There is a small honorarium to support their efforts. Here are some details:
Program Description:
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Student Selection:
A
maximum of 40 Roma students’ participants will be selected by the FSG
among 11-16 year olds Roma primary and secondary education students.
The students will be tested to check their level
of English in order to group them accordingly and provide them with an
individualized attention. The Teachers will coordinate their work with a
FSG Counselor/coordinator, a key element of the program as he/she will
be in close contact both with the school
and the students’ families to ensure that the students attend class and
take full advantage of the program. Classes will promote the students’
active participation and values such as team work and gender equality.
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Facilities: The After-school classes will take place at the FSG local premises in Valencia and a two schools holding a large percentage of
Roma population according to the following schedule:
CLASSES LOCATION
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MONDAY
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TUESDAY
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WEDNESDAY
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THURSDAY
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FSG Valencia
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Group 2
17:00 to 18:00
7th to 10thgraders
12 students
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Group 2
17:00 to 18:00
7th to 10thgraders
12 students
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Group 1
17:00 to 18:00
5th and 6th graders
8 students
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Santiago Apostol School
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Group 3
15:00 to 16:00
7th to 10thgraders
10 students
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Group 3
15:00 to 16:00
7th to 10thgraders
10 students
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CEIP Les Arenes
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Group 4
16:30 to 17:30
7th to 10thgraders
10 students
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Group 4
16:30 to 17:30
7th to 10thgraders
10 students
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Each
group will be composed by a maximum of 12 students to ensure quality
and individualized attention. Evaluation will be constant to ensure the
positive impact of the remedial
courses and make decisions about revising its contents or methodology.
Classrooms will be equipped with at least two computers with Internet
access.
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Honorarium – One Teacher FSG Valencia (3 hours/week/7.5 months)
2,520€ - Monthly payment will be 336€ for 3 teaching hours plus 3
hours for preparation and assessment
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Honorarium – One Teacher Santiago Apostol School (2 hours/week/7.5
months) 1,680€ - Monthly payment will be 224€ for 2 teaching hours
plus 2 hours for preparation and assessment
- Honorarium – One Teacher Les Arenes Primary School (2 hours/week/7.5
months) 1,680€ - Monthly payment will be 224€ for 2 teaching hours
plus 2 hours for preparation assessment
If you are interested in volunteering please contact the American Club of Valencia: americanclubvalencia@gmail.com
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