Teach and make a real difference in Ghana
Teach and make a real difference in Ghana
Duration: from 5 Months to 5 Months
Countries: Ghana, Malawi, South Africa
Teaching in Ghana will be rewarding, challenging and full of surprises. Volunteers must be aware that the Ghanaian way of life is very different to life in the UK and they must therefore be sensible, mature and respectful. If you are up to the challenge of teaching in a completely different environment and becoming immersed in a new culture then an exciting time awaits. All our placements in Ghana are based in schools. Many of our host schools are run as private charities to help the local community. The majority of schools have a kindergarten (2-5 years), a primary department (6-12 years) and several have a junior secondary department (13-15 years).We also have placements in a senior secondary school (16-19 years) which is suitable for graduates. All applicants are matched to placements to ensure that there is a good fit between the volunteer and their host communities. Lattitude Global Volunteering is an international youth development charity that has been sending volunteers on challenging structured and exciting voluntary placements around the world for 40 years.Call: 0845 344 7500
Situated on the coast of West Africa, Ghana is a country full of beautiful beaches, lush vegetation and the world’s largest artificial lake – Lake Volta! Although a stable country, many Ghanaians live in poverty, giving volunteers the chance to really make a difference. English is learned at school and widely spoken, but a little effort to learn a few phrases in one of the local languages will go a long way
Teaching in Ghana will be rewarding, challenging and full of surprises. Volunteers must be aware that the Ghanaian way of life is very different to life in the UK and they must therefore be sensible, mature and respectful. If you are up to the challenge of teaching in a completely different environment and becoming immersed in a new culture then an exciting time awaits.
All our placements in Ghana are based in schools. Many of our host schools are run as private charities to help the local community. The majority of schools have a kindergarten (2-5 years), a primary department (6-12 years) and several have a junior secondary department (13-15 years).We also have placements in a senior secondary school (16-19 years) which is suitable for graduates.
Volunteers will be teaching English and many will also teach Maths, Science and other subjects depending on their skills and the school’s needs. Volunteers working with pre-school children will also do some care work and help with any extra-curricular activities. Schools are very under-resourced – talk and chalk if you are lucky – but you will find that the students are eager and willing to learn and the more effort you put in the more you will be rewarded.
Programme overview
Minimum age: 17
Departs: Feb, Sept
Duration: 5 months
What’s Included?
- Pre-departure briefing
- Airport Pickup
- Accommodation & food
- In-country orientation
- In-country support
- 24/7 support
Accommodation and Food
Most volunteers live with a host family giving you a unique opportunity to share the lives of local people. Ghanaian society is far more traditional than western and your hosts will like you to live as a family member and to spend time with them. They will welcome you with open arms.
Some volunteers choose to live in staff accommodation or have a room in a boarding school. This gives you more independence, but you will still be living close to teachers and students.
You are free to travel away at weekends and school holidays, provided that you let your host know that you will be away.
Representative:
All the time
This placement would suit:
Individuals looking for challenging yet rewarding placements in often rural but very beautiful areas. Volunteers need to be compassionate, patient and caring, with a hands-on approach to work and a willingness to get involved with the community and local people.
Do you accept non UK citizens?
yes
User Comments:
“However big or small the input I had into the children’s lives, I feel fortunate to have had the chance to meet and interact with them all. Although time has passed, I have to admit my heart is still in Ghana. It was a phenomenal, life-enhancing and truly unforgettable experience. Volunteering in Ghana made 2009 the most special and memorable year. I truly feel privileged to have completed a placement in such a fantastic country.”
~ by Lucy
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accommodation, food, airport pickup
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Lattitude Global Volunteering
Lattitude Global Volunteering is an international youth development charity that has been placing volunteers all over the world for 40 years. Our priority is always ensuring our volunteers experience exciting and productive placements that ensure benefit to their host community and development of the volunteer. We believe in real volunteering and are dedicated to both our volunteers and our hosts. Originally called GAP Activity Projects, it was our organisation that coined the term ‘gap year’. So we know a thing or two about exciting years out! Do more than just travel!
