Description

Volunteers on the teaching program in Kenya assist with the teaching of different subjects in Kenyan elementary and high schools. Volunteers also work in community schools and orphanage schools. Volunteer teachers can teach English, mathematics, science, geography, social sciences, history, physical education, art and music.

Please note that Kenyan school holidays are in April, August, November and December. No school teaching will be available during that period. During this period volunteers can teach in Orphan schools.

In this program, volunteers teach the classes on their own or assist the current staff and teachers.

* Project Location
Volunteer Projects are located in Nairobi (and its suburbs of Kibera, Kawangware, Riruta and Kikuyu).

Highlights

Low fee, Insurance and experience coordinators combine to make a trip of a lifetime.

Qualifications

Note: Volunteers do not need to be a qualified teacher to join this program
* Program Requirements
Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starting at 270

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

What are you Paying For?
* 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff
* Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
* Airport Pickup
* Orientation
* Food
* Accommodation
* Travel & Medical Insurance

What's not Included ?
* Airfare
* Visa and Visa extension fee
* Airport drop, airport taxes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

17 - 60 years old

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-8 weeks

Volunteering Solutions's Mission Statement

Our Mission is to provide Meaningful and fully researched volunteer programs abroad. Benefit local communities by providing volunteer support. To strengthen the travel experience by providing cross cultural experiences to our volunteers. Use the funds and develop the communities and people we work with.

Year Founded

2006