Description

Mozambique - the word evokes images of pristine coastline, beautiful terracotta tiled towns and fascinating Arab influenced culture. However there is much more to this unique country than being simply an idyllic travel destination. As well as providing a home for an incredible range of exotic wildlife, Mozambique's cultural heritage is a rich amalgamation of Portuguese, Asian and indigenous origins and traditions. However, Mozambique's tumultuous past has resulted in social and economic challenges, and many of its more deprived citizens have suffered in consequence. The civil war of the 1980's resulted in the closure or destruction of over 5,700 primary schools, depriving children of the precious resource of education- today only 30% of children attend school. This project gives you the opportunity to do something about this appalling statistic and contribute to the lives of those who struggle to survive and who lack basic needs and are marginalised in a variety of ways. Undertake this challenging and valuable assignment in Mozambique where you will wake up to the amber sun creeping over the still horizon of the Indian Ocean, and fall asleep to the rythym of the waves lapping the shore, at the end of another rewarding and enjoyable day. Teach adults and children in Mozambique for a truly exceptional gap year or year out experience!

* What Will I Be Doing?

Your work schedule will cover a comprehensive, varied and enjoyable teaching programme which will engage you fully with your pupils and will awaken your creativity and initiative. You may be assigned to a mixture of age groups and levels giving you a great chance to experience and get to know different types of students.

Volunteers may teach at primary or secondary schools but also in less formal settings such as community centres. You will be directly involved with marking pupil's work, and producing an inspiring teaching strategy including preparing homework and assembling innovative and effective lesson plans. Whatever you decide, you are sure to gain huge satisfaction, whilst enhancing your own skills and experience significantly.

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$:

1,900

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country 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 training day including certification

In-country:
* Airport pickup & drop-off
* Project orientation
* Accommodation
* 2 or 3 meals a day
* 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
• Home-stays

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