Description

Travel to Thailand - the jewel of Asia - and take part in a cultural exchange that will leave you forever in love with the serene people, entrancing wildlife, jewel-like landscapes and perfect beaches that this magical destination has to offer. Teaching English to children in a rural school will help you integrate with local communities and give you a privileged insight into Thai culture and customs. In your spare time you can explore the exquisite Thai countryside discovering ancient temples, overgrown ruins, nature reserves and wildlife sanctuaries. You can even enjoy a range of adventurous sports, treks and hikes. Visit this perfect destination for an enjoyable and rewarding gap year adventure.

* What Will I Be Doing?

This programme consists of working with local students aged between seven and 18 years old at one of the local schools. The schools encourage a non-formal approach to teaching which means that you will not have to conform to the local teaching methods or style and you will be free to choose your own way of teaching and may bring your own ideas into class. It is important to understand that your methods of teaching are less important than your attitude towards the students. Also, the subjects you teach can vary depending on current activities in the schools and might include, for example, environmental issues.

Nobody expects you to teach the students to speak English fluently in four weeks - everyone involved considers it more important for the children to develop an interest and a desire to learn English and to have exposure to foreign volunteers and to learn about the world outside of their community.

The teaching programme serves a dual purpose. Not only it is meant to help children in rural Thailand to have a chance to speak more English (usually even their teachers aren't up to standard), it will also give you an insight into the education system and the opportunity to make real friends among the students and teachers alike.

Highlights

* Immerse yourself in true Thai culture.
* Earn your TEFL certificate for free!
* Gain insight to the education system.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

1,645

Program Fees Include:

Before you go:
* Pre-departure support
* Travel & medical advice & documentation
* Equipment advice
* Discounted medical kit
* Free Frontier t-shirt
* UK TEFL training day & certification

In-country:
* Food
* Accommodation
* Airport pick-up
* Ground transfers
* Local orientation
* Project training
* In-country emergency support
* 24-hour international HQ back-up

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Academic Reinforcement
• Education
• English Teaching
• Teaching
• Volunteering

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Other

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