Description

Volunteers have the opportunity to teach conversational English in the local schools in and around Yantai. Volunteer teaching placements are ranging from the kindergartens, primary schools, high schools and colleges throughout the whole city in both urban and rural areas. Volunteers are assisted by the local teacher, and focus is on language comprehension and speaking. The teachers and students are eager to learn English, so volunteers are very welcome at the schools.

Class sizes vary from 20-30 students per class. Volunteers assist the local (bi-lingual) teacher, and will be provided guidance and instructions. The classes are Monday Friday and volunteers should be prepared to teach 20-25 hours per week (3-4 classes a day). Volunteers are teaching conversation English, using songs, books, teaching aids and any other ideas that you can come up with.

Short term placements from one to four weeks are available, as well as long term projects from one- three months. Volunteers can arrive at any time during the school semester.

Spring Semester: Beginning of March - end of June
Fall Semester: Beginning of September - end of December

School Sessions closed: during the months of January and February
No arrivals permitted: May 01st -07th and October 01st -07th (National holidays)

Highlights

Yantai is located in northeastern China on the coast of the Shandong Peninsula. Once recognized as the most "Charming City of China, Yantai is a small but busy shipping port city that to this day still retains some of its colonial charm. Unlike the large metropolis of Beijing and Shanghai, Yantai has its own unique character and history. In 1861, Yantai became one of the first opening ports in the modern China. There is evidence that the city of Yantai existed as long as 10,000 years ago and was used as a means of defense against pirates. Today you can still see the well preserved navy base which dates back to the Ming Dynasty.

Yantai is known for it's year round pleasant weather, and an abundant of fruit industries. The long coastline around Yantai offer a plentitude of seafood - scallops, crabs and prawns, are all easily available. The striking scenery in and around the city has earned the area acclaim by the United Nations, which lists it as one of the most inhabitable places in the world. Rolling hills rise above the area's many rivers, and are framed by beaches and neighboring islands. Known within China as an excellent tourism city, Yantai boast thousands of visitors that are attracted to the natural hot springs, and the "immortal, sea, mountain, island and ancient culture" that the city exudes.

With China's rapid economic development, facilities in Yantai are improving, more emphasis on education, and transportation is becoming more and more convenient. The need for native English speakers is high, as the country opens its doors to the rest of the World.

Our teaching program allows you to immerse yourself in Chinese culture, while helping the children of China enhance their English language skills. Volunteering in China is a great way to learn about a new culture while doing something rewarding with your time.

We offer the following programs in Yantai:

* Program Length: From 1 to 24 weeks
* Program Date: Flexible Start and End Date
* Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5-6 hours per day
* Accommodations: Private room in dormitory with bathroom.
* Meals: Yes, 3 meals a day
* Requirements: 17 years or older, English speaker, visa invitation letter

Qualifications

- Proactive: Jump in and maintain a positive attitude.
- Patient: Life in your host country moves slower than one might be used to. Relax and enjoy the slow pace. Remember, not everything is as organized and predictable as life in the US or UK.
- Flexible: Plans change, roads get flooded, and electricity goes out. Realize that not everything goes as planned, but good intention is always there.
- Considerate: Respect those around you and be a reliable worker at the program site. Tell your host family if you will be late. Advise the Project Coordinator if you are sick and can not work.
- Respectful: Remember that the local people you are working with, side by side, do so with little or no salary. They do this work because they believe in it. There are times when you may not agree with or understand the organizations decisions or direction. Although your suggestions are always welcome, your faith, respect and consideration for their long term work and commitment is appreciated.
- Friendly: In order to truly help someone you must get to know them. Do not be afraid to make friends with the local people. Smile, wave and see how fast you are welcomed into the community.
- Tolerant: The food, the culture, the smells and the sounds will be unfamiliar to you at first. We recommend that you dive in and experience life head-on. You will be surprised at how quickly you will adapt.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

900 - Check Our Website for updates

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

- Airport meet and greet in Yantai.
- Project and city tour orientation.
- Accommodations on campus in school apartment (private room).
- Internet access on premises.
- All rooms have private bathroom/shower, telephone and TV.
- Guidance within the project from the on-site coordinator and teaching staff.
- Meals are included in the school cafeteria.
- 24/7 hour support by the project coordinator.
- Departure transfer at the end of the program.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18 to 65

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of varies check website

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

24-48 hours

A Broader View Volunteers Corp's Mission Statement

Decided to create an affordable, safe and worthy program so that anyone who wished to travel and volunteer - could easily afford to do so.

Year Founded

2007