Description

With an historical significance that resonates across millennia, Ethiopia is known as the cradle of humanity for good reason. The oldest human remains were found here, and it has evolved to become a fascinating region of the African continent. The only nation to completely avoid colonisation, it has a proud and complex culture expressed through dramatic tribal traditions and a life blood of passionate and vibrant people who are proud of their recently acquired democracy.

* What Will I Be Doing?

Your work schedule will cover a comprehensive, varied and enjoyable teaching and football coaching programme which will engage you fully with your students and will awaken your creativity and initiative.

As well as assisting in English classes, and other subjects you may be interested in, you will also run sports and football classes either during school or after school has finished. It will be up to you to arrange these classes and to ensure the children know about them! You should be prepared to use your own initiative while you are working on your project, however if you need assistance in initiating these activities, the local staff will be more than happy to advise and assist you.

Your project will culminate in an inter-school football tournament that you will plan and run throughout your time on the project. You will find that the children are incredibly excited and keen to take part as are some of the teachers! You will be welcomed at every turn by smiling and enthusiastic people - we cannot emphasise this enough! Whatever you decide, you are sure to gain huge satisfaction from helping and inspiring these underprivileged children whilst significantly enhancing your own skills and experience.

The school term runs from mid September until mid July, however even during the holiday periods vacation classes run in the mornings and help at these is especially appreciated. There is always plenty of opportunity to run the football training programme and tournaments.

Highlights

* Gain your TEFL certificate for free!
* Gain a life time of unmatchable memories.
* Immerse yourself in the local culture.

Languages

• English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Cost in US$:

990

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Before you go:
* Pre-departure support & documentation
* Travel & medical advice & documentation
* Advice on visas & equipment
* Discounted medical kit
* Free Frontier t-shirt
* UK TEFL qualification & certification

In-country:
* Accommodation
* Breakfast
* Airport pick-up
* Project orientation
* Project equipment
* In-country emergency support
* 24-hour international HQ backup

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview

Frontier's Mission Statement

To conserve the world's most endangered wildlife and threatened habitats and to build sustainable livelihoods for marginalized and under resourced communities in the world's poorest countries. To create solutions that are apolitical, forward-thinking, community-driven, and innovative and which take into consideration the long-term needs of low income communities.

Year Founded

1989