Due to a lack of education and properly trained teachers, the situation of underdeveloped countries like Nepal is more delicate. To educate the Nepali youth we have devised the “Volunteer Teaching Program”, which includes various projects such as Teacher Development and English Teaching for public schools ad Buddhist monasteries. English is an international language and is regarded as an important factor to compete & succeed in the global job market. Students at community/public schools lack proficiency in English, which can be considered as a reason for their lack of prospects. The teaching volunteers are responsible for teaching students and teachers at community and public schools, to improve their English proficiency. The English Teaching project allows children to practice their spoken English skills and develop proficiency in the English language, through which they can access other literature in the internet world.
Long term volunteering lasts 2 to 5 months.
Nepal
It takes some time to get used to the different lifestyle, so we advise to stay for as long as possible. Camps start the first Friday of every month.
More details will be sent to you later if you choose this project!
We provide living Accommodations all over Nepal. Depending on your interest and willingness, you can choose to stay in a variety of different places: in or around the Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, Tanahun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur or Nawalparasi. You could stay in a secluded village, where people live in a more traditional way and provide for themselves through farming, which is also a great opportunity to explore the real rural Nepal, or you could opt for a more urban and modern Nepal experience in one of the bustling and fast-growing cities, like Kathmandu or Pokhara.
Budget
Mainly, the volunteer will be teaching English to children between 6 and 15 years of age. However, since schools are always in need of teachers, it’s possible for the volunteer to also teach Math, Science and Computer Science. In Nepal school goes from 10 am to 4 pm. The volunteer will teach 3-5 classes each day, with each class lasting 45 minutes. Saturdays are holidays, and Fridays are half-holidays. When not in school, you’ll share your everyday life with the host family.
You will live with a Nepali family close to the school, and experience their hospitality, friendliness and immerse yourself in their unique lifestyle. You’ll be welcomed as a member of the family and of the local community. At least one member of the family will speak English. Nepali houses are simple, with basic facilities (squat toilet, shower, kitchen, etc). Most families DO NOT have hot showers, but most of them have western style toilets. Just don’t expect to find the same facilities as in your home country. You’ll get your ow room and the family will respect your privacy.
In order to make the most of your experience in Nepal, we encourage to interact and socialize as much as possible with your host family ad take part in their daily activities. You’ll also find cities to be more similar to your country.
You'll have time to discover the region, to get to know the culture, traditions and wonderful places!
