Teaching English Abroad Volunteer Programs

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information How to Teach ESL as a Volunteer - A Complete Guide Volunteer English teaching can take many forms and can be undertaken in a wide range of countries throughout the world. Table of Contents Why should you teach English as a volunteer? Where can you volunteer? Here are some of the available options for volunteering. a. Paid volunteer programs: b. Affordable volunteer program (starting from around $300 per week): c. Volunteer programs with pay: d. Free volunteering: Try volunteer teaching! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Why should you teach English as a volunteer? There are many reasons why volunteer teaching is a good idea. These include, but are not limited to the...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Teach English Abroad as a Volunteer Volunteer English teaching is a very popular option with many people. It can take many forms and can be undertaken in a huge range of countries worldwide. Here we look at a few issues that might help you find the best places to teach English as a volunteer. Table of Contents 1. Where can you volunteer? 2. Where is the best place to go? 3. Why should you teach English as a volunteer? 4. Here are some variations on the volunteering theme. Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. Where can you volunteer? There are volunteer opportunities available on every continent...  [Read more]

Qualifications Best TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Qualifications Best TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts G.N. - Canada said: Volunteer teachingAn internet search will provide you with a plethora of suggestions for volunteer ESL teaching overseas. Besides a time commitment, many have a substantial financial requirement. If considering volunteering overseas, you would do well to research the opportunities to ensure the validity of the organization and to prevent unpleasant surprises upon reaching your destination. Some agencies require a bachelor?s degree and a substantial...  [Read more]

Paid TEFL Certified Volunteers Required in Puebla, Mexico Date posted:2012-02-21 | Writer: HELP! Heslington Language Programs | Email: [email protected] Come and immerse yourself in Mexican culture! Paid ESL Volunteers are recruited based on TEFL Certification and/or teaching experience. In order to help teachers fund their personal costs, HELP! provides teachers with free accommodation in a lovely apartment close to the school as well as a living stipend. Volunteers teach real-life English that students can use in a variety of everyday situations.The maximum number of students per class is 12. HELP!’s has three different programs teaching children (4 – 10 years old); pre-teens/teens (11 – 16 years old); and adults (17 – 100 years old). No Spanish is required to...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Benefits and Challenges of Being a Volunteer Teacher "Doing nothing for others is the undoing of ourselves." - Horace Mann Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Volunteer's Responsibilities Volunteering in Ecuador Benefits of volunteering Challenges of Volunteering Change of personal Do you want to teach English all over the world? Related Articles: Volunteering is one of the most satisfying human experiences. It gives one a feeling of relevance, of giving freely to those whose live those skills one has will be of an immense benefit too. A volunteer has been defined by the Business Dictionary as a person that that actively takes on a task, responsibility, or project on his or her own accord without needing to be assigned,...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 Jon ITTT TEFL Information The Best Programs for Volunteer Teaching Abroad Earning a TEFL certificate enables you to help some of the world's most disadvantaged people by volunteering your skills as an English teacher. There are volunteer programmes recruiting English teachers to work in areas all over the world and volunteer teaching is a truly worthwhile and rewarding experience. Below are some of the main ways you can enlist as a volunteer English teacher. Table of Contents United Nations Volunteers United Nations Volunteers Online The British Council Peace Corp Voluntary Service Overseas Pay to Volunteer Look at Home Volunteering Tips Know what you're paying Know where you're going Fundraise Listen to this blog post Are you ready to be a volunteer English...  [Read more]

Volunteer to Teach English in Greece Date posted:2018-09-20 | Writer: Second Tree | Email: [email protected] Do you want to use your TEFL skills to help refugees and asylum seekers develop their language ability? Second Tree is a Greek non-profit and non-governmental organization based in Ioannina, Epirus, founded in January 2017 by a group of volunteers that had worked together in the Katsikas refugee camp. Since our inception we have worked with and supported refugee communities across the Epirus region, and we continue to grow in our four key areas. Integration – through workshops and activities that develop connections with the local community and economy; fostering an avenue for cohesion and unity. Education – through non formal English Classes for teenagers and adults...  [Read more]

What is the Masa Teaching Fellows Program for teaching English in Israel? Teaching English as a second language (ESL) is a rewarding career path often launched via government-sponsored programs. Such programs not only kick-start teaching careers, but they also offer enriching experiences and contribute significantly to CVs/resumes. The Masa Teaching Fellows Program invites Jewish ESL teachers, who are native English speakers, to come and live in Israel from across the globe. The program places both new and experienced teachers in public schools situated in various Israeli communities. Fellows are given the opportunity to engage small groups of students in honing their English reading, writing, grammar, and conversational skills. What are the requirements for the Masa Teaching Fellows...  [Read more]

TEFL Volunteering in Costa Rica Date posted:2012-12-09 | Writer: Friends of Nature Copey Learning Center | Email: [email protected] Friends of Nature Copey Learning Center is looking for Volunteer EFL Teachers to work in Costa Rica starting February 2013. We are a non-profit educational center dedicated to promoting social development through the learning of English as a Foreign Language. We offer programs to community members of all ages in the areas of EFL, environmental education and cultural development in order to foster social sustainability. Our school was founded and is run by community members of Copey de Dota.  LOCATION: Our community school is located in the town of Copey de Dota in the beautiful Zona de los Santos, Costa Rica. We are about an hour and a half...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Needed Immediately in Costa Rica Date posted:2019-05-21 | Writer: ALIARSE | Email: [email protected] ALIARSE is currently offering TEFL/ ESL Certified English Teachers fully-funded volunteer positions in the various provinces throughout Costa Rica! The Costa Rican Government´s Department of Labor sponsor young adults to receive English classes in their local community and have the chance to better their current life situations. In order to receive classes, students must qualify for government assistance based on their current income and employment status; the students must be able to dedicate 40 hours per week for English classes. The goal of the program is to help these students gain employment at local hotels and businesses where a basic to intermediate level of...  [Read more]

Opportunities For EFL Teachers in Costa Rica Date posted:2016-11-17 | Writer: EVOLC | Email: [email protected] English Volunteers for Change (EVOLC) is a unique non-profit volunteer program which was established by ALIARSE and Costa Rica Multilingüe, a government sponsored initiative that seeks to create a bilingual Costa Rica by 2020. We have regular opportunities for TEFL graduates who want to develop their skills. We are constantly working to provide volunteers with experiences that are fully funded by local sponsors. Our volunteers contribute to the sustainable development of the continuously thriving tourism sector in Costa Rica as well as impoverished rural and urban communities, positively affecting the lives of students, teachers and community members. Our next camps will be...  [Read more]

Volunteer English Teaching Out of the many employment opportunities that earning a TEFL certificate affords,volunteering as an English teacher is perhaps one of the most rewarding. Deciding to work as a volunteer English teacher is a great way to experience a country's people and culture, while at the same time giving something back in return. Volunteering can lead you to all parts of the world from teaching monks in the mountains of Nepal to refugees settling in your own country. Volunteering is also an excellent way to gain teaching experience forthose starting their career in English language teaching, whether you enrol with one of the larger organisations such as the Peace Corp or give your time to a local community centre in your home town, you will gain valuable classroom...  [Read more]

TEFL in Maragwa, Kenya Date posted:2008-05-25 | Writer: Watoto Wa Baraka International | Email: [email protected] We are looking for volunteers to work in a local school teaching English to children of various ages. Volunteers with teaching experience/training will be able to work with minimal supervision however there will be on-hand support at all times. The schools are located in small rural villages where people speak native languages such as Maasai, Chaaga and Swahili however lessons are taught in English. Text books and a teacher’s manual can be available but resources are limited and volunteers should expect to assist in developing teaching plans and be creative with the resources available. REQUIRED SKILLS: Teaching qualification (including TEFL/ TESOL) would be an...  [Read more]

Volunteer EFL Positions in Costa Rica Date posted:2016-05-12 | Writer: English Volunteers for Change (EVOLC) | Email: [email protected] Though Costa Rica is an important tourist destination, many residents in rural tourist communities and in the capital city alike have not had access to quality English courses. As part of an initiative to keep tourism jobs local, many hotels and local businesses have begun sponsoring English Classes for at-risk youth who need English to better their life situations! English Volunteers for Change (EVOLC) in Costa Rica is looking for friendly, enthusiastic TEFL/TESOL or CELTA certified teachers to give English lessons in this amazing country. When volunteer teachers arrive, they will participate in an intensive orientation at our office in Costa Rica's...  [Read more]

Volunteer TEFL Positions in Costa Rica Date posted:2017-08-14 | Writer: Copey Learning Center | Email: [email protected] Copey Learning Centers is a community-developed, non-profit education center and is an ideal place for TEFL graduates to use their skills. It was developed and is run by local community members to provide English as a Foreign Language classes to students of all ages. The learning center is located in the Zona de Los Santos, a mountainous region two hours south of San José. VOLUNTEER POSITIONS: All positions are volunteer English teaching positions. Volunteers teach approximately 15-20 hours per week and are responsible for planning their own lessons. Volunteers should have experience teaching EFL/ESL or another subject, an EFL/ESL certification, and/or a...  [Read more]

Teach English in Costa Rica (2) Date posted:2015-03-18 | Writer: Los Santos Learning Centers | Email: [email protected] Los Santos Learning Centers is a group of community-developed, non-profit education centers, located in the zona de Los Santos, a mountainous region two hours south of San José. We are looking for dedicated TEFL qualified volunteers interested in teaching English as a Foreign Language to students in rural communities in exchange for room, board, and the opportunity to help rural Costa Rican students improve their English in a truly unique setting. There are currently three centers in existence, located in the towns of El Empalme, Copey de Dota, and San Isidro de Leon Cortez, and our model is being replicated throughout the country. Centers are run by...  [Read more]

Volunteer TEFL Positions in Costa Rica Date posted:2020-03-26 | Writer: Copey Learning Center | Email: [email protected] Copey Learning Center has volunteer positions to teach approximately 15-20 hours per week. Volunteers are responsible for planning their own lessons so should have experience teaching EFL/ESL or another subject, together with TEFL/TESOL certification, and/or a degree in education.   Volunteers get room and board in the home of a local family for $250 (US) a month. Room and board includes housing, three meals per day, and basic amenities such as laundry and cleaning. Because we are a community-based, non-profit entity, we cannot provide a salary or stipend for our volunteers.   Living with a local family provides volunteers an opportunity to...  [Read more]

TEFL in Cofradia, Honduras Date posted:2005-09-14 | Writer: BECA | Email: [email protected] Â BECA - (Bilingual Education for Central America) is seeking ONE ADDITIONAL TEACHER (third grade) teacher for the 2005-2006 school year for our program at San Jeronimo Bilingual School in Cofradia, Cortes, Honduras. Contact us BECA aims to: 1. Provide a quality bilingual education for Central American children in light of the social and economic opportunity this education creates for them. 2. Provide a quality "total immersion" experience for teachers from outside of Central America who are interested in better understanding the cultural needs of the English Language Learners in their classrooms. In order to provide stability for our students and for our teachers, we ask all teachers...  [Read more]

TEFL & TESOL Jobs Assistance FAQ One very popular option when looking for a job teaching English abroad is to join a national recruitment scheme that places teachers into local schools. Several countries around the world have well-established programs that actively recruit teachers before they leave their home country. Another major benefit of this route into teaching is that your visas and work permits will be organized for you and accommodation and flights are often included. Check out our FAQs covering the various options below. What is the TAPIF Program for teaching English in France?    One of the most popular and convenient ways to secure a job teaching English abroad is to apply for a government recruitment program that places teachers into public schools. The...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Top Reasons to Volunteer Abroad as a Teacher What is volunteer teaching? In my opinion, it is bringing justice to our life. The modern world is made up of contrasts, though it is difficult to realize when living in civilization. But despite the fact that many countries are developing very quickly, there are still many places in the world where people live in much less favorable conditions. Table of Contents Volunteer teachers can teach any subject Volunteer teaching as a solution Gaining work experience through volunteer teaching Living among locals Volunteer teaching as a creative balance Are you ready to teach English Abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This, of course, relates to many areas of life: ecology,...  [Read more]

English Camp Volunteer, Thailand. Date posted:2002-10-01 | Writer: RIPA-Ayutthaya | Email: [email protected] We would like to invite English speakers who see the importance of cultural exchanges and want to do something fun for yourself and worthwhile for mankind to join us as camp volunteers for a 7- day English camp at Ao Khung Kraben, Chantaburi Province and Thai Red Cross Association Khao Lan Center, Trat Province. The campsites are located by beautiful beaches and very peaceful. College and high school students are waiting to play games, sing songs, and do other adventurous outdoor activities to improve their English with you. The program includes educational visits to Koh Chang, 2nd largest island in Thailand, Namtok Pliu National Park, famous and revered Wat Khao Sukim,...  [Read more]

ESL Teacher needed for refugee youth program Date posted:2024-03-19 | Writer: Second Tree | Email: [email protected] We are looking for volunteer teachers for a minimum commitment of 10 weeks, to deliver English classes to refugees and asylum seekers in the Epirus region of Northern Greece. The ideal candidate would have experience teaching English as a foreign/second language and would possess a strong understanding of or passion for the context we work in. Experience in delivering educational activities in this context is a strong advantage. Your role would include:Planning and delivering lessons for classes that can range from A0 (illiteracy) to B2, taking into account individual differences in level within each classPreparing class materials and assessmentsEmpowering students...  [Read more]

Volunteer teacher required in San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Date posted:2005-03-01 | Writer: Susan Carey (GAIAS) | Email: [email protected] 2 ESL teachers needed for work in the Galapagos Islands. The Galapagos Academic Institute for the Arts & Sciences (GAIAS) is currently seeking 1-2 experienced ESL teachers to volunteer at its community college in San Cristobal. Teachers receive free housing and a stipend which covers 2-3 meals per day in exchange for their services. The position runs from June 29-December 11, 2005 with the option to renew the contract. Minimum qualifications: Applicants should be native speakers of English. They should have a BA in Education or other related field OR have a TESOL certificate plus two years of experience teaching ESL to adults. There is a...  [Read more]

Fast TEFL Center Check out tefl tesol about Fast TEFL Center and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.A. - China said: Problems for learners in GeorgiaIn this article I will discuss the problems for learners in the former Soviet state, The Republic of Georgia, which I encountered while I was a teacher there. The learners of Georgia face quite a few hurdles as the country adjusts and focuses on teaching English as its main secondary language in schools. Georgian is a very old language and does not use the Latin alphabet, rather using a traditional alphabet which is not used outside...  [Read more]

Volunteer TEFL Post in Tanzania Date posted:2012-07-10 | Writer: Red Sweater Project | Email: [email protected] Red Sweater Project has a position for an EFL teacher to manage an English Immersion Program between September and December. We work with local community members in the creation of affordable, accessible and advanced educational opportunities for children in rural Tanzania. The organization currently operates in Mungere Secondary School near the town of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania. 40 young and bright children will begin Form I classes at Mungere Secondary School in January 2013, when further teaching opportunities will come available. Our students live in a remote Maasai community, where English is rarely spoken, and primary schooling is taught in Kiswahili. Yet,...  [Read more]

Volunteer EFL Teachers Needed in Costa Rica Date posted:2014-04-15 | Writer: Los Santos Learning Centers | Email: [email protected] Los Santos Learning Centers is a network of Learning Centers with the shared goal of providing low-cost, community-run English education in the Los Santos region of Costa Rica. Los Santos is located about 2 hours south of San Jose. Los Santos enjoys a moderate climate year round, warm during the day and cool at night, and the region is known for producing some of the best coffee in the world. We are always looking for TEFL certified teachers to come work with us! If you are looking to live in another country and have experience abroad, this is a great opportunity.  In exchange for working at one of our Learning Centers, you will...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Prague, Czech Republic Date posted:2020-03-04 | Writer: ENGLISHstay | Email: [email protected] Are you planning a trip to Europe? Would you like to gain TEFL experience teaching English? Do you want to volunteer and help people learn English? Then Prague is your answer. Stop by and volunteer in beautiful Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, in the heart of Europe. ENGLISHstay invites you for its first program in the Czech Republic. Englishstay educates students in English in cooperation with volunteers. The entire program takes place in beautiful places in the Czech Republic. If you want to see interesting places and meet with Czech culture, please just come and join us. You will see the Czech Republic, our spa region or historical castles. Please don't...  [Read more]

Price TEFL Cert Check out tefl tesol about Price TEFL Cert and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts E.L. - Brazil said: Volunteer teaching In some rural areas in thailand, especially in the underprivileged communities, children and young people are in desperate need of assistance with their primary and secondary education and development. Palau is one of these communities. In spite of the beautiful scenery surroundings, waterfall, numerous species of animals; elephants, monkeys, and huge forests ?, many rural Burmese migrants have very difficult lives, and the children do not get the...  [Read more]

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Significance of Volunteer Teaching in Our Community Volunteer teaching is a vital community service, offering purpose and fulfillment to retirees, those with physical challenges, empty-nesters, widows, or anyone looking to make a positive impact. These dedicated volunteers bring a wealth of life and professional experiences, time, and a genuine passion for teaching, helping non-profit organizations support underserved communities. By assisting schools in low-income areas, they contribute to improving academic performance, bridging gaps, and inspiring students. This article highlights the value of volunteer teaching, drawing on personal experiences and sharing its many benefits, such as personal...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Top Reasons to Choose a Recruiter When Finding a Job Teaching English Abroad Carrie Kellenberger Visa and Legal TEFL Information A TEFL recruiter is not the only way to find a teaching position abroad - but it's extremely convenient and has many benefits. This article highlights these benefits and shows why a TEFL recruiter might just be the best way for you to land a top teaching position abroad! The 10 Most Common Types of EFL Teaching Jobs Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary TEFL Information There are several different types of jobs within the TEFL/TESOL industry around the world. You can teach in government schools, private schools, international schools, businesses, or online, to mention just a few. 5 Awesome Ways to Lead a...  [Read more]