Education Volunteering in Zanzibar

Transform education in rural Zanzibar! Poverty and a shortage of qualified teachers have created an urgent need for improved education in rural Zanzibar. Many students struggle to meet basic educational standards required for higher education and career development. African Impact supports local schools in Jambiani by offering free, structured, interactive, and creative English and Maths classes to students of all ages and genders. Collaborate with experienced local teachers to create dynamic and engaging learning environments. Your efforts will enhance students' English vocabulary, handwriting, teamwork, motor skills, and artistic talents. This project is ideal for those seeking an introduction to teaching or real-life experience to enhance their resumé. As a volunteer, you’ll make an essential contribution to designing engaging lessons for learners of all levels, from beginners to advanced speakers. Join us in Zanzibar for a unique blend of teaching, personal growth, and unforgettable experiences as you explore the island's beauty. Available from May 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop extensive experience in marine conservation and a bank of practical skills in marine conservation. What’s more, you’ll get to live and work in a tropical paradise as you do. With this internship, you’ll work with a nonprofit based in the Netherlands committed to developing marine conservation in Zanzibar. They operate by partnering with and supporting local marine conservation initiatives and projects. They are engaged in numerous activities, including coral reef restorations, monitoring marine reef ecosystems, turtle hatcheries, coastal pollution surveys, and conservation education programs. Your role as an intern will vary greatly depending on your skills and interests. You’ll get the chance to engage with practical conservation work, gain insight into the day-to-day running of a conservation nonprofit, and develop skills in community engagement. On top of this, you’ll also get the chance to combine this program with training for a SCUBA Divemaster program.

Tanzania is an attractive East African country where you can spend some time on a volunteer project or international internship Projects Abroad offers a wide variety of projects in Tanzania, based in both the coastal city of Dar es Salaam and around the town of Arusha in the north of the country. Most Projects Abroad volunteers in Tanzania live with local host families. This allows you to experience Tanzania from a local’s perspective, a very different world from the often luxurious hotels of the safari industry. Projects Abroad offers a variety of volunteer programs in Tanzania including Teaching, Care, Sports, Building projects, as well as a Culture & Community program with the Maasai tribe. They also offer internships to help you gain experience in your career of choice, including, Microfinance, Law & Human Rights and Medical projects such as Nursing, Midwifery, General Medicine, and Dentistry.

Tanzania is a prime example of what most people expect when they think about Africa. The endless wilderness of the national parks with a vast variety of wild animals in their natural surroundings, the exotic and colorful Maasai culture and mountaintops from where you feel like you could see the edges of the world. And although all these romantic ideas of endless landscapes and wild animals are true, there is so much more to discover when you volunteer in Tanzania. There are plenty advantages of being a volunteer in Tanzania in comparison to just traveling the country as a tourist. There is no better way to really get to know the culture and the people of a country than to become a part of the society by offering a helping hand. Benefit from exceptional encounters with new people and take a chance to explore Tanzania with the eyes of an insider.

We arrange volunteering and internship placements in teaching and childcare at various schools and kindergartens in Zanzibar. The Heroes Community Academy, a private school by an NGO, offers higher education standards than government schools. The school serves 180 students aged 2-15. There are also 12 children with intellectual disabilities who can be engaged in informal learning. Volunteers assist with teaching, activities, and NGO initiatives like farming, workshops, and job placement. Run by the Anglican Church in Zanzibar’s historic district, the St. Monica Kindergarten & Primary School includes a kindergarten and primary/secondary levels. School hours vary, and volunteers can help with both classroom and administrative tasks. Classes are mainly in English, making it easy for volunteers to assist. Located in Mangapwani, Montessori Kindergarten & Primary School accommodates 50 kindergarteners, 60 primary students, and 20 boarding children. Teaching is in English, with a focus on playful learning. Volunteers engage in classroom activities and organize recreational and educational programs. Boarding students, housed for social reasons, are supported by school fees.

As a teaching assistant, your role involves collaborating with local teachers, incorporating educational games, singing, and fostering engagement through activities like arts and crafts, sports, drawing, coloring, and writing. Tailored for children aged 5 to 14 (grades K-7), our program enhances learning effectiveness. School hours are from 0800 to 1200 in the morning, and flexibility for additional working hours can be discussed with the local team upon your arrival in Zanzibar. Participants are expected to interact with students for a minimum of four hours or more daily, with breaks between sessions and occasional involvement in after-school activities. Effective lesson planning for the following day is also encouraged. Evening Teaching Program An evening teaching session will take place on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at a Community Center close to the accommodation. This program runs from 7 PM to 9 PM where you will be teaching students of different ages from 4 – 20 years old. You will be divided into groups where you will teach lessons prepared by you along with the local team.

Volunteer abroad in Zanzibar with Go Volunteer Africa! Take part in a project that matches your skills and interests, from teaching English to children in primary schools to working on a marine conservation program. Common placements include hospitals, nursery schools, centers for street children, and care homes. You can even get involved in our Conservation and Environment project! Projects in Zanzibar are perfect platforms to gain professional experience and make a difference in the developing world. You will find the country and its people incredibly friendly and welcoming. Your time in a tropical archipelago includes sightseeing, trips, and excursions to pristine beaches and cultural attractions. You will also have the chance to check out historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Apart from volunteering, you will see, smell, taste, hear, and feel the “Spice Island” that is Zanzibar. All of our volunteer programs in Zanzibar need volunteers who can bring new ideas, work with minimal supervision, and have a positive, self-starting attitude.

Volunteer in our favorite tropical island paradise, Zanzibar! This is an awesome project if you: Believe education is key in ensuring a successful future for children Would love to teach subjects like English, French, Arabic, Mathematics, Sciences, Geography, and more Are eager to assist local teachers on the outskirts of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site The placement is at a school with around 200 students, approximately 30 in each class. The age groups comprise 5-7 for nursery, 7-14 for primary, and 15-18 for high school. Assembly takes place in the morning and classes start at 7:30 am and finish at 2:00 pm. Volunteers receive guidance from the teachers based on the school's and state’s syllabus and curriculum. Children in Zanzibar start learning English at 4 years old in nursery school. With the island's strong tourism industry, learning foreign languages is a priority. You don't need teaching qualifications or certifications to volunteer in this project. However, you must present a criminal background check as you'll be assisting vulnerable children. You can stay in the program for 3 weeks or longer (subject to visa requirements).

If you're passionate about teaching, you can make a significant contribution to the academic and personal development of local children in Tanzania. Kilimanjaro Volunteer Tanzania (KVT) offers a program focused on helping underprivileged students and youth. Become a volunteer teacher through KVT and choose from various placements, from government to private schools and from scientific to ethic-religious schools. You won't jump right into the role immediately, as local teachers are available to familiarize you with the host school and the Tanzanian way of delivering lessons. Your primary duties are to teach and assist teachers with class management. You can also get involved in the education of citizens in Tanzania! You could also work with people living with HIV/AIDS, as well as educate families and individuals on how to deal with and take care of loved ones affected by this disease. Kilimanjaro Volunteer Tanzania is an organization seeking to encourage anyone and everyone to share their talents, resources, and networking capacities to improve the lives of people in underprivileged and underserved communities.

Eatl Tour offers a Volunteer package to all people around the world who want to volunteer in Tanzania in any field, As a team we organize the place where you will volunteer, you will be under Eatl safety the whole time of your volunteer service, and we organize the accommodation during you're staying and all transport means. The team also will help you to connect with different Organizations and other offices. Apart from that you will engage also in different community activities and cultural activities during your stay. Everyone is invited and welcome to Tanzania we will make your life simple and easy. You can contact us for the customization of your Volunteer service.

Assalam Community Foundation, based in Kizimkazi, Zanzibar, is a nonprofit organization focused on education, sustainability, and community development, guided by the PEACE framework: • Permaculture: Promote zero-waste practices, organic farming, and local reforestation. • Education: Operate a school for orphans and children in need, host leadership camps, and offer literacy programs. • Art: Provide vocational training and celebrate cultural heritage through music, dance, and storytelling. • Community: Offer food packages, stationery, and other support to uplift local families. • Empowerment: Engage volunteers in teaching, mentoring, environmental projects, arts training, and outreach. Our mission is to create lasting impact and foster self-reliant communities through inclusive, meaningful engagement.