Child Care
Child Care
Make a direct impact on early childhood education by supporting nursery and daycare children in this childcare program. Volunteers actively engage with young children (up to 5 years old) by playing, caring and supporting daily routines in a safe and nurturing environment. Through games, creative activities, and simple learning moments, you help children feel supported, included, and confident.
Early education is a fundamental right, yet it is still difficult to access for many families in Portugal. This program supports an initiative that promotes inclusion, equality, and opportunity from the earliest years of life. By offering attention and meaningful interactions, volunteers help build strong foundations for children’s emotional, social, and educational development.
What to Expect:
- Educational Support: Assist educators during pedagogical activities and help supervise children whilst they engage in play and learning activities.
- Provide Care: Support daily routines and ensure children feel safe and cared for.
- Assist in Mealtimes: help during meals times.
Daily Tasks:
- Support Pedagogical Activities: Assist educators during daily learning and play-based activities
- Child Care & Emotional Support: Provide care, comfort, and affection, including holding, soothing, and ensuring children feel safe and supported.
- Play & Interaction: Engage with children through play, games, and creative activities that promote social and emotional development.
- Mealtime Assistance: Help supervise and support children during meals
- Outdoor & Summer Activities: During the summer period support activities and outings such as beach trips
Why Join?
- Make an Impact: Support the emotional, social, and educational development of young children.
- Gain Experience: Build skills in childcare and early education.
- Cultural Immersion: Experience Portuguese culture while making a positive difference.
Ready to care and dare?
Included
- Pick up at the international airport in Porto & transfer to the accommodation on Sunday
- Accommodation at a centre-located hostel in female or mixed dormitories. Bed sheets are provided. Shared use of common spaces and free WIFI
- Three meals a day everyday: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Local style. Vegetarian, gluten-free and meals for lactose-intolerant are also available upon request)
- Orientation event on arrival (including introduction to Portugal and its culture, volunteer experience, overview of programs, practical information, safety guidelines)
- Guided city tour and the best tips to discover the city!
- Allocation and coordination of a work placement in an impactful non-profit project
- Introduction on the first day of volunteering
- Ongoing support throughout the stay
- 24h/7 emergency support by phone or personally
- Limited coverage civil liability insurance.
FAQ
Do I need to speak the local language?+
No, you don't need to have any previous skills in the local language! All of our programs are run entirely in English and our guides and staff are all comfortable speaking English as well. However, we always encourage our participants to get acquainted with some of the most basic terms and expressions, as even just a simple "Good morning!" in the local language can be a great icebreaker to start interacting with the locals! There are also language lessons available for volunteers that can be booked before or upon arrival.
Do I have to pay money for volunteering?+
You are not paying for your volunteer work itself but for your stay with us overall. The costs for your program further include various elements that are part of your stay such as your accommodation, food, transportation from the airport, guided city tour, local coordination and 24/7 support for emergencies. Check the "Included" section of the program you want to choose for complete information!
How and when do I get my volunteer certificate?+
You can request your volunteer certificate to ImpacTrip or the local coordinator at the end of your program.
How and when do I need to pay for my volunteer program with ImpacTrip?+
The payment of your volunteer program is done by bank transfer. We will kindly ask you to pay 50% of your bill at the time of your booking to secure your spot! The other 50% will be due at least one month before your arrival!
How many people will be I be volunteering with?+
Depending on your program and project, you might be joined by other ImpacTrip volunteers, but usually, you’ll either be on your own or with local volunteers. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with locals and immerse yourself in the community and its lifestyle!
How much money should I bring to my program?+
Once you've booked your program, be sure to reach out to your local coordinator to get the scoop on the cost of living in your destination—it can differ quite a bit! And don't forget to budget for public transportation, emergencies, airport drop-off, snacks, fun activities, and a bit of local shopping. Happy planning!
In case of need, how do I get health care?+
All volunteers must arrive with private health insurance that covers the costs of any health service that may arise in their program destination.
With this insurance you can be treated at any private or public medical center. The medical expenses will be paid by you and when you return to your country you will have to present all the invoices to your insurance so don't forget to budget medical emergencies.
In the case of European volunteers, to facilitate the process, it is advisable to come with your European Health Card.
What is the accommodation like? Could I stay in a private room?+
Depending on the program, in most cases, you will stay along with the other volunteers in dormitory-style rooms. Private rooms may be available at your accommodation as well for an extra cost.
What is the minimum age to participate in this program? 18+
The minimum age to participate in this program is 18 years.
Will I have time for some sight-seeing as well?+
Of course! We want you to really get to know your natural and cultural surroundings and will provide you with useful tips and tricks that will help you discover the location of your stay like a local.
Your shifts will generally last between 3 and 5 hours per day and will take place either in the morning, in the afternoon or in the evening, which will leave you with plenty of free time to go explore, take a stroll around your surroundings, catch the most important sites, interact with the locals or simply go and relax! And of course, you will have your weekends off as well!
