• Training: Actively participate in a rigorous training program that combines online and in-person modules. Training consists of one weekend workshop and 5 Saturday online sessions, combined with weekly online assignments with your team of US-Brazil Connect Fellows. The emphasis is on leadership development, teamwork, and coaching skills development for facilitating English as a Foreign Language (EFL) activities. The preparation period also examines Brazilian culture and prepares Fellows for travel to Brazil.
• Online Coaching: Serve as an online coach to support Brazilian students develop confidence in communicating in English. Fellows are required to spend a minimum of 4 hours per week online with students via Facebook and Google Hangout. Online coaching of Brazilian students is required for 8 weeks prior to travel to Brazil and for 6 weeks following return. US-Brazil Connect provides support and guidance for engagement with students. On a weekly basis, Fellows will evaluate their students’ participation and report to their Team Leaders.
• Travel: Fellows travel to Brazil for four weeks. Travel dates and site assignments will be determined after enrollment into the fellowship.
• In-Person Coaching: In Brazil, Fellows interact with their Brazilian students for 4 to 6 hours per day, leading 2 different groups of students, assisting with daily assemblies, attending field trips with students, and working as a collaborative team member with other Fellows and the team leaders. Fellows should also plan to spend 1-2 hours daily for team meetings and lesson planning. The experience in Brazil is intense and challenging. All participants should expect a full and demanding schedule during this time.
• Giving Back: Fellows will be required to help support the continued work and mission of US-Brazil Connect by raising minimum of $500 as part of their fellowship.
• Pay It Forward: US-Brazil Connect is committed to supporting community building and positive relationships. Fellows will be required to complete a “Pay-it-Forward” project to give back to provide future opportunities of the fellowship experience through speaking, writing or other services.

• Genuine interest in cross-cultural exchange: learning about Brazil and connecting with Brazilian high school students, while sharing your own culture and life experiences
• Commitment to personal growth and development of global leadership skills
• Commitment to serving as an online and in-person coach to Brazilian students
• Ability to consistently dedicate a minimum of 8 hours per week to the fellowship in Phase I and Phase III (4 hours of direct coaching to students, 4 hours on fellowship leadership development activities). Willingness to commit at least 6-7 hours per day to the program in Phase II (includes time at the school and planning time/team meetings). There will be a greater time commitment in weeks including the Saturday morning, online training session and weekend workshop in Phase I.
• Ability to use online tools and social media platforms including Facebook, Google Hangout video chats, Google Drive, and other applications
• Comfortable leading small groups independently and facilitating group activities
• Ability to complete all aspects of training, including attending five Saturday meetings online and one in-person weekend-long workshop on a designated weekend in April or May 2015
• Respectful of cultural diversity and eager for a cultural immersion experience
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team and maintain a positive attitude
• Possession of excellent reading, writing, and speaking skills in English
• Flexibility to live and work in Brazil for 4 weeks at an assigned site. Site assignments range from thriving urban centers to remote rural areas
• Ability to represent US-Brazil Connect and your college to Brazilian institutional partners, Brazilian students, and the broader community during the fellowship

Collaborative

This is not an experience to be ‘consumed.’ Candidates applying to the program should be ready to actively work, learn, reflect, give and grow throughout this experience. The true value of this experience can only be experienced when a Fellow gives their time, energy and heart.

Resourceful

Fellows are flexible, adaptable, patient and ready to make the most of whatever challenges come their way.

Team-oriented

Fellows are able to focus on the goals of the team, collaborate effectively with other team members, and devote the effort necessary to achieve team success.

Reflective

Fellows are willing to share information, perceptions, and feedback openly while continually striving for growth.

Optimistic

Fellows believe that a better world is possible and seek to understand what role they can play in contributing to positive change.

Principled

Fellows possess maturity and the ability to commit to a goal larger than themselves.

Our Brazilian partners provide hotel lodging, transportation to and from the school, three meals a day, local health insurance and a modest stipend. US-Brazil Connect provides skilled team leaders, intensive training, and a curriculum framework. Fellows are responsible to cover the cost of their passport, roundtrip airfare, visa, required immunizations and any personal expenses.