Description

Home of the fabulous mountain gorillas, Lake Victoria, and the source of the Nile, Uganda is often called the "Pearl of Africa". It is a land where you can experience a truly welcoming culture and natural beauty without equal. Whether you're exploring Uganda's equatorial mountain forests, its island-dotted lakes, or its colourful, vibrant cities you're sure to have an unforgettable experience. On your weekends, you can explore the rich and colourful markets, and discover nature and city life on this placement in deepest, darkest Africa.

* What Will I Be Doing?

You are not required to have any previous teaching experience to partake. You will be teaching children between the ages of 2-15 years and many will be orphans. The main subjects covered are English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Your investment into the children's education will not only bring a smile to their faces, but will create a lasting constructive future for each child, their family and the society at large.

Some examples of the skills that you will develop during your time on the project include:

* The ability to motivate students to learn
* The ability to make critical observations
* Improved communication skills and the ability to pass this skill on to others
* Creativity and organisational skills
* Hands-on experience of teaching and training

Highlights

* Visit the "Pearl of Africa"!
* Immerse yourself in the local community.
* Make lifelong friends.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

1,650

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

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

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

• English Teaching
• Teaching
• Volunteering

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Guest House

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