Description

We are looking for a highly motivated & experienced teacher/teachers to help us shape and develop our new school (5-13years) for orphaned and vulnerable children in Ndola, Zambia. Fantastic homely accommodation & full board provided at Lifespring Farm.

The post will include providing staff training and management, organising the administration of the school, developing the curriculum, teaching lessons, liaising with legal guardians, other agencies etc. Ensuring the welfare and safety of children & developing programmes to encourage positive outcomes especially for those living with HIV/Aids.

Would suit committed Christian as The Lifespring Foundation is a Christian Charity and Zambia has a Christian constitution.

Highlights

- Opportunity to develop a school for orphaned and vulnerable children.
- Zambian location offers opportunity to experience African adventure, safari etc.
- Great accommodation at Lifespring Farm with individual lodge, swimming pool etc.

Qualifications

- Teaching English as a foreign language
- General teaching qualification UK/USA/Canada
- School Management experience
- First Aid

Minimum Education

Diploma/Certification

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Salary/Pay

All full board accommodation at Lifespring Farm & some pocket money(to be negotiated)

Experience Required

yes

Experience of teaching children aged 5-13 years plus management within a school setting

Volunteer Types

• English Teaching
• Teaching

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 4

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

one month

The Lifespring Foundation (Africa)'s Mission Statement

Practical support and empowering solutions that impact the issues of poverty, HIV & Aids for widows, orphans and vulnerable families in Zambia & Kenya. The Lifespring Foundation (Africa) offers Opportunity, Education, Empowerment & Hope with community projects that encourage people to become self-supporting.

Year Founded

2005