Volunteer Teaching English

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]

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences The Benefits of Volunteer English Teaching "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Mahatma Gandhi. There is a growing demand for volunteers to teach English in poverty-stricken regions. At first glance, volunteer teaching may appear to be a waste of your precious time and a futile effort that you should direct towards a more profitable action. However, the benefits that you can reap from such an experience are invaluable. You can make a huge difference in the lives of underprivileged people through volunteer teaching, but the difference that it will make to all the aspects of your life surpasses it. As it will broaden your skills and experience, allow you to grow as a person, and give you a sense of...  [Read more]

Paid Volunteer EFL Teaching Job in India Date posted:2017-03-23 | Writer: Sagreen International Educational Trust | Email: [email protected] Sagreen International Educational Trust has paid volunteer English teaching positions in India. This is a life time opportunity to use your TEFL skills where you can learn about unique Indian culture while learning new experiences for life. The passion that you bring to your volunteer EFL teaching in India experience will be bringing change to people and the communities in which they live. Meanwhile, you’ll find wisdom and beauty in a way of life different from your own. The position provides a world of opportunity to take classes in Kindergarten, Pre-school, Elementary school, Middle school or High school to acquire teaching experience along...  [Read more]

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]

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary TEFL Information The 10 Most Common Types of EFL Teaching Jobs Teaching English as a foreign language is one of the most versatile jobs in the world and with modern technology there are virtually no limits on where you can teach. Below is a list of ways you can put your TEFL certificate to good use. Table of Contents 1. Government schools 2. Private schools 3. International schools 4. Universities 5. Kindergarten 6. Private language schools 7. Working directly for companies 8. Private classes 9. Volunteer work 10. Online Listen to this blog post Where would you like to teach English? Related Articles: 1. Government schools English is usually taught as a separate subject in government schools and most EFL teachers will be responsible...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles How to Teach English Abroad as a Volunteer | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 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. TEFL vs. TESOL: Understanding Your ESL Certification Options | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This is a frequently asked question and we usually answer it with another question: Where are you in your ESL teaching career? Regardless of your answer, there will be a course which will meet your specific needs. So what are...  [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]

What is the English Opens Doors Program for teaching English in Chile? The English Opens Doors Program (EODP) in Chile is an initiative backed by the Chilean government to bolster English proficiency among its youth. This esteemed program recruits foreign educators, primarily as teaching assistants, to collaborate with local educators in public schools across the nation. Focusing on students aged 10 to 18, the EODP's primary mission is to elevate the English language skills of Chilean students. Table of Contents What are the requirements for the English Opens Doors Program? What does the English Opens Doors Program involve? What are the benefits of the English Opens Doors Program? What are the requirements for the English Opens Doors Program? To qualify for Chile's English Opens...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles How to Teach ESL as a Volunteer - A Complete Guide | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Why should you volunteer? Where can you volunteer? What are some of the different options you can undertake as a volunteer? By considering these three questions we should gain a clearer overall picture of the possibilities of volunteer ESL English teaching. How to Assist Students in Developing their Receptive Skills | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Discover effective strategies to enhance your language learning journey. Explore the importance of reading skills, context clues, and authentic materials. The Effectiveness of the ESA Method in Teaching English as an L2 | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva ...  [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]

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Volunteer Teachers: Should Volunteers Gain Teaching Qualifications Before Teaching in a Developing Country? I am currently living in Vanuatu, where I am volunteering as a primary school teacher in a small, community-based school. While I am not a registered teacher in my home country, I do have experience in early childhood education, a Certificate in Adult Teaching and I am studying for TEFL qualifications through ITTT. I am privileged to be working alongside five local women; none of whom are qualified teachers and two of whom never finished high school. Table of Contents Lack of Local Professionals Personal Choice Range of Courses Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Where are the best places to teach English as a volunteer? Teaching English as a volunteer has become an increasingly popular choice for those seeking to make a difference and immerse themselves in diverse cultures. While opportunities abound globally, some top destinations include South America's remote communities, Asia's bustling cities, and Africa's rural schools. Each region offers a unique experience, from the rich histories of Cambodia and Peru to the vibrant traditions of Kenya and Colombia. Table of Contents Why should you teach English as a volunteer? Where can you volunteer? What do you mean by best? Here are some variations on the volunteering theme. Free volunteering Affordable volunteer program (starting from $180) Volunteer program with pay Paid volunteer programs Why...  [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]

Thu, 02 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Pros to Become a Volunteer English Teacher I believe that volunteering as a concept is a worthwhile activity, especially if the volunteer is helping a charity. In the field of volunteer teaching, the volunteer can also gain valuable teaching experience which can provide a great start to their teaching career. Table of Contents My Story Reasons to Volunteer How it Influences Your Experience? Are You Ready to Teach English Abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: My Story This follows my personal experience. I started my teaching career as a volunteer teacher of sixteen to twenty-year-old pupils at CDC (the Children's Development Centre), which is a school for Burmese migrants in Mae Sot, Thailand. I had no previous...  [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]

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]

Where are the best places to teach English 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 wide range of countries worldwide. Here we look at a few questions that might help you to answer the question: Where are the best places to teach English as a volunteer? Why should you teach English as a volunteer? There are numerous reasons why volunteer teaching is a good idea. Here we will outline a few of the most common: a) To find out about the country: There can be no better way to learn about a country than by being there. b) To experience the culture: As above you need to be immersed in the culture if you hope to understand it. c) To experience the job of teaching: Volunteer teaching is a great way to...  [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]

Female volunteer ESL Teachers in India. Date posted:2006-01-18 | Writer: Unity Charitable Trust | Email: [email protected] Volunteering, a very good way to teach, serve, care and help others has a meaningful, positive impact on a society and the volunteers too can have many benefits like getting practical knowledge of a country or a region with different culture and customs. Whether you teach kids, serve orphaned children, you'll experience the real world through hands-on work. You can use this experience to explore your major or career interests. Volunteering brings together a variety of people. Both the recipients of your volunteer efforts and your co-workers can be rich sources of insight. Volunteering has many other intangible benefits. It can help you give back to society, break...  [Read more]

Volunteer TEFL Job in Brazil and Online Date posted:2020-07-29 | Writer: BHZ Connection | Email: [email protected] Hi everyone, BHZ Connection is a non-profit based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, that aims to give children in Brazil a better future by reducing the impact of their economic situation through the teaching of foreign languages as an educational tool. We are looking for volunteer EFL teachers who would like to help us change these children´s lives. You can volunteer for as long as you´d like, but we would recommend a minimum of three months of teaching. This is a great way to use your TEFL skills. Due to the Covid-19 epidemic, we are currently looking for e-volunteers, but we will need in class volunteers once it is safe to travel. We offer general guidelines for...  [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]

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]

Interesting TEFL Opportunity in New Zealand Date posted:2020-06-29 | Writer: Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) | Email: [email protected] Established in 1967, The Marine Training Centre (MTC) in Kiribati is  the most important source of private sector employment for I-Kiribati, with regular opportunites for TEFL qualified teachers. Seafaring is recognised as the best overseas employment opportunity for I-Kiribati and the wages earned by MTC trainees has provided support to the extended families and communities of the seafarers. As strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential to gaining employment on foreign vessel, this assignment will play a key role in improving students' skills in this area. As an EFL teacher, you will work alongside the Head of Deck...  [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]

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]

Can I teach English online as a volunteer? Absolutely, online volunteer English teaching is an evolving facet of the TEFL landscape. Historically, many teachers volunteered in developing regions, aiding individuals seeking English proficiency for brighter prospects. Nowadays, numerous online platforms cater to this altruistic endeavor, enabling volunteers to impact an even broader global audience without geographical constraints. Table of Contents Why volunteer to teach online? What companies run volunteer English teaching programs online? Paper Airplanes RefuNet CC English English Online OpenMind Projects Why volunteer to teach online? Choosing to volunteer as an online English teacher comes with a myriad of benefits. Beyond the intrinsic reward of aiding learners progress, it offers...  [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]

Volunteer TEFL Positions in Sri Lanka Date posted:2018-04-12 | Writer: SVS School for English | Email: [email protected] Volunteering with us as an EFL teacher will be one of the most fulfilling things you do in your life. Whether you’re looking to make a life change after years spent in the rat race, or want to gain some life experience after university, whether you’re a nomad of the world looking for your next settlement or just someone who wants to make an honest difference in people’s lives, then come and join the SVS School for English family. We know it’s a bold claim to make, but we’ve had the privilege of hosting dozens of volunteers from across the world in the decade since we started; every one of them has found a measure of happiness, teaching English to hundreds...  [Read more]

Volunteer TEFL Positions in Nepal Date posted:2010-12-06 | Writer: FACE Nepal | Email: [email protected] Do you want to experience Nepal first hand - living in a local community, forming long-term friendships and experiencing Nepal, its people and its culture authentically? FACE Nepal has worked with its partners to create two learning centres in Tharu villages in Chitwan. We need volunteer TEFL teachers to run English classes for the children and adults in these villages We have regular opportunities for TEFL teachers who want to volunteer as teachers in  government schools or community learning centres. Our volunteers live, eat and make enduring connections with a welcoming Nepalese host family during their work with FACE Nepal. Experience the Nepalese way of life first hand! For...  [Read more]