Two exciting long-term ESC placements are now open at a creative and nature-loving alternative school in Recurt, France! Experience an entire academic year immersed in forest education, Montessori-inspired methods, and sustainability practices in a rural setting.
💡 Activity Type:
Individual Volunteering (European Solidarity Corps)
🏢 Host Organization:
Initiative et Développement Citoyen – Association Créative
📍 Location:
Recurt, France
📆 Period:
From 08 September 2025 to 31 July 2026
⏳ Duration:
11 months
📚 Fields:
Alternative Education, Nature Pedagogy, Cultural Discovery, Sustainability, Child Development
💬 Language(s):
English, French
🎯 Eligibility criteria (Who can apply?):
Applicants aged 18–30 with an interest in working with children in alternative education settings. Ideal candidates are flexible, open-minded, nature-loving, and eager to learn about pedagogies such as Montessori, Freinet, and Steiner. Non-violent communication and teamwork are essential. No prior teaching experience required but a background in animation or education is a plus.
🧪 Responsibilities / tasks:
- Support daily activities of the alternative school
- Participate in nature-based learning (e.g. forest school Fridays)
- Assist in multilingual, creative, and eco-friendly workshops
- Learn and apply sustainable practices (dry toilets, recycling, etc.)
- Engage with children through games, songs, storytelling, and rituals
- Join pedagogical projects involving topics like the environment, cultures, emotions, and cooperation
🌟 Why to join?
Live a deeply enriching experience in rural France while gaining insight into holistic child development and educational innovation. Be part of a school community that values openness, sustainability, and intercultural dialogue. Develop practical skills in education, teamwork, and eco-living while contributing meaningfully.
📩 Application info:
Applications must be completed via the application form provided in the infopack, sent upon request.
💰 Compensation:
- Monthly pocket money
- Accommodation provided (includes apartment, gîte, or chalet depending on the season)
- Bicycles for personal use
- Transport costs covered
🌐 Official link:
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/47274_en
📅 Application Deadline:
10 August 2025 – 15:26 (CET)
