An Africa-loving sports enthusiast or anyone who wants to try something completely new. You should have a reasonable knowledge of the sport you want to teach. No qualifications required, but you have lots of iniative and be prepared to be very proactive.
Cost details:
When you're on your placement, if you'd like to extend your time, you can do so at a cost of £75 per additional week.
Duration details:
This placement can be extended for any length of time, restricted only by any possible visa requirement.
enthusiastic volunteers with a love of children and a desire to immerse themselves in the Ghanaian way of life during their placement with Changing Worlds.
People who want to make a real difference to the well-being of children and who want first-hand experience of real African culture. No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a love of children and good dose of enthusiasm!
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You can easily combine the Summer Camp Project with a Teachihng, Sports or Work Experience placement.
Anyone who loves working with children of all ages. Volunteers at this project should also be excited about learning about a new culture; open minded enough to accept differences and creative enough to entertain enthusiastic children! As with many teaching placements in areas with few resources you may get the chance to work independently and without supervision so you will have some freedom in your work. To help you prepare and give you some ideas the i-to-i 40 hour online course is included.
Someone with teaching experience. If possible a TEFL course is recommended, though not mandatory. We can provide an introduction to TEFL course if required.
If you have limited teaching experience, it is recommended that you visit a primary school in your home country before you depart.
The greatest attribute you can posses is flexibility and a willingness to get involved.
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In some instances there may be no running water or electricity. The participant provides (pays) for his or her drinking water (bottled mineral water or treated water). However, in host families, the participant is assisted in treating drinking water to reduce cost.
Responsible volunteers who enjoy working with kids and are looking for an adventure. No specific skills are required; however any teaching experience is beneficial. Why not visit a primary school in your home country before you depart?
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Your contribution is vital to support the ongoing efforts of the project.
People who want to make a real difference, who want first-hand experience of real African culture and who have initiative. No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm!
Cost details:
When you're on your placement, if you'd like to extend your time, you can do so at a cost of £75 per additional week.
Duration details:
This placement can be extended for any length of time (many of our volunteers do!), subject to availability and any visa restrictions that may apply.