Volunteer in Peru – Cusco For Disabled Care

Make a lasting impact by working with mentally challenged and deaf students in a specialized school in Cusco, serving children and young adults aged 3 to 20 years. As a volunteer, you’ll help create a supportive environment where students can thrive, assisting teachers in various classes, including kindergarten, primary, and sections for deaf students and specialized behavioral training.

You’ll lead indoor games, art & craft sessions, and other creative activities, helping students develop essential life skills while making their learning experience fun and engaging. Volunteers with a Psychology or Therapy license can also work closely with school psychologists, providing more specialized support.

This program offers a unique opportunity to work directly with children with conditions like Down syndrome, autism, and motor disabilities, giving each child the personalized care they need. Whether you’re organizing creative sessions or teaching basic math and reading, your creativity and compassion will have a profound effect on their progress.

Get ready to build trust with these amazing kids, explore Cusco, and truly make a difference!

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Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

As a volunteer, you’ll play a key role in empowering students with different abilities to thrive and grow. Your day-to-day at the school  will be all about assisting the students, helping them navigate daily tasks, and supporting their overall development. Whether it’s teaching basic skills, playing games, helping to wash their hands and faces,  or organizing fun art & craft and music sessions, your goal is to keep them engaged in creative and meaningful ways.

In addition to classroom activities, you’ll assist in ensuring the students’ safety during outdoor excursions—whether it’s a trip to the park, library, or even a local shopping trip. Plus, you can bring your tech skills to the table by helping with computer training for both students and staff, which is an exciting opportunity to leave a lasting impact.

Want to do more? You can also get involved in organizing fundraising activities, helping with marketing and promotions, or even improving the school’s website.

Be prepared for a dynamic environment where your tasks might vary daily—from assisting with personal care for students to leading interactive group activities. Flexibility and enthusiasm are key, and you’ll walk away with a sense of accomplishment knowing you’ve made a real difference!

Requirements & eligibility

Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the time of joining the project. Participants should have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. Volunteers need to be flexible, open-minded and have a passion for working with children. You should also be proactive and have the ability to take initiative  All volunteers must provide a clean criminal background check report prior to joining the program. A parental consent form shall be required for Under 18 participants joining the program. A beginner-intermediate level of Spanish would be an added advantage for the participants in the program.