Will you need more training?

Our required training is finished, including proficiency in Portuguese. There is always more to learn and practice, but that will be a part of daily life with coworkers.

How much do you get paid?

Everyone in the organization is paid by charitable donations. Our recommended support level is $5500 per month, given by various churches and friends. You send it the mission, they put it through the payroll process (health insurance, taxes and deductions, etc.), and we get a (variable) monthly paycheck.

Are you going to be in the jungle or the city?

The school is in the jungle with no road access. But the river gives us easy access to the city of Manaus, about 30 minutes away.

Is there adequate medical care where you are?

Manaus is a city of 1.8 million, and has many hospitals with good healthcare. While we can’t rely on an ambulance to pick us up on the campus, it isn’t hard to get to the hospital.

How big is the school?

The dorms can house about 40 students between 5th and 12th grade. The number of staff varies as many of them are short term volunteers.

Where will you live?

There is staff housing on campus.

Can we come on a mission trip?

Yes! Contact us (or check out ethnos360.org/short-term-trips) if you’d like to know more about Wayumi, Interface, bringing in your own group, volunteering, or just coming to visit for a bit.

What snacks do you miss because you can’t them get in Brazil?

James: Tortilla chips and salsa, pretzels

Ely: Sour patch kids

What’s your favorite snack you can only get in Brazil?

James: Picolé amendoim

Ely: Açaí