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 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.

Qualifications

- Native English speakers
- 17 years or older
- Self-starting individuals

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starting at 900 for one to four weeks.

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• 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

• Childcare/children
• Education
• English Teaching

Typical Volunteer

Our volunteers are globally minded individuals searching for a unique opportunity to travel abroad and give back to the community they are visiting. They are from all backgrounds, ages, skill levels and nationalities.

Age Range

17 years and older

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

24-48 hours

Post Services Include

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

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