Description

This project involves various aspects of community work and development initiatives that will provide you with a diverse and varied experience, providing a great insight into the lives of underprivileged individuals in Cape Town.

Highlights

Program Details:

You will spend your time teaching in Ocean View, on the outskirts of Cape Town while also assisting in a number of excellent development schemes, aimed at supporting the wider community.

As a volunteer you will work as a teaching assistant in the classroom. The teacher will allocate a list of names of students who need extra assistance with their work so you will be working on a one on one basis with them helping them with their Math, English and reading etc. Many of the children's parents are illiterate or work long hours and are unable to assist the children with their homework. As a result the children lack confidence and fall behind. Most of the schools here also lack proper facilities but there is a wealth of children that are all eager to learn. Your creativity is also very welcome - the school would like to be able to brighten up the classrooms with bright paints, games etc. so your input is very important!

Your typical schedule will be Monday to Thursday from 8am to 2.15pm and Friday from 8am to 12pm. Weekends are free.

Qualifications

Minimum age 18 years

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

from USD 1,359.00

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

What's Included in the Program:

* Met on arrival at the airport by a representative
* Transfer from airport to volunteer accommodation in Fish Hoek
* Accommodation - shared dormitory room in volunteer house
* Training: In-country orientation
* Support: Pre-departure help desk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement

We offer over 250 projects and travel options in over 35 countries. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap. Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we also want to make sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisers have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded

2005