Be a part of the vibrant work of Restoration Ministries. Participate in a variety of ministries to the children including outreach teams to children-at-risk with Restoration Ministries to bring the hope and love of Jesus Christ to their communities.

REQUIREMENTS

• We have a great need for native English speakers to assist English language learners and practice with students in our school as well as assist Restoration Ministries’ Children-at-Risk Program.
• A growing relationship with Jesus Christ. A servants heart and a desire to learn how to effectively share the Gospel in a multi-cultural ministry context. We are looking for someone who will build relationships, is evangelistically oriented, motivational, interested in learning and teaching language, and flexible.
• Communication Skills: able to meaningfully communicate well on speaking, writing, listening and reading.
• For teaching English: A major in Education, English, Intercultural Studies, TESOL, or Youth Ministry (student or graduate) is preferred but not necessarily required. Minimum age: 18
• 4 week minimum commitment
• *Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As an English Teacher:

•  Build relationships with students for the sake of presenting the gospel and help them to develop fluency in English language by: assisting students as a conversational partner or tutor; leading content-specific classes in English, such as Bible studies, cooking, orcraft classes (there are many class theme possibilities)
• Help to lead, organize, and execute school events
• Assist local Brazilian teachers in English classes
• Help to plan, organize, and execute ‘immersion classes’ that help students practice language based on real-world scenarios

As a Children-at-Risk Team Member:

• Assist in Restoration Ministries program at the slums by participating in the following:
• Agita (as RM named their "block party") is the ministry's mobile street program. The ministry takes the Agita to four different favelas on a weekly basis.
• Home Visits: As Restoration Ministries spends time in a slum, relationships are developed with the children and their families. The RM staff fosters these relationships by visiting community residents in their homes. You will have an opportunity to learn first-hand how these children live and share a short encouraging message with them.
• Small Groups: Assist RM staff with logistics and organizing children bible studies
• Community Services: Assist RM staff with logistics and organizing worship and bible sharing gatherings.
• Help with events, evangelism, etc.

RM also encourages a OPTIONAL proposed project. You are welcome to bless RM’s people in any area of its need with your talents and gifts. You can develop a project related with you area of expertise.

LANGUAGE USED

English, Portuguese

LIVING ENVIRONMENT

Interns live either in church dorms or in a family home, depending on availability. If living at the church, the person will be responsible for cooking their own food. Groceries are within walking distance, and the kitchen is stocked with all needed supplies. If living with a family the person will adjust to the family routine and/or cook your own food if it is needed.