Summer Volunteer Teacher in Poland

  Poland

Krakow

Length of Position: 2 months
Dates: June-August

Description: WorldTeach Poland volunteers will spend the summer in rural areas surrounding small cities. Mainly high school students, but occasionally some middle school or even elementary school students participate in the "Wakacje z angielskim" (or "Vacation with English") summer program.

Class size will vary between 10 and 15 students. Volunteers will be responsible for teaching conversational English, basic grammar, and some lessons on American culture. Classes are open to the entire community, allowing students with a wide range of preexisting English skills to participate. Through the support of WorldTeach volunteers, students' have the opportunity to improve their understanding of American culture and to engage in community projects.

Outside of the classroom, volunteers will have many opportunities to experience both traditional and modern Polish life. Trips to major cultural sites in the region and celebrations with host communities supplement the program, particularly during the orientation, mid-service, and end-of-service conferences when the group convenes.

Qualifications:
* English language fluency
* Teaching or volunteer experience
* Demonstrated commitment to service and international development
* Flexibility and an open mind
* Willingness to live with a host family
* Ability to work independently
* Interest in teaching, community participation, and development are encouraged.

Cost in US$: $3,990

Experience Required: no

Age Range: Minimum 18

This Program is open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Poland in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad

WorldTeach's Mission Statement: WorldTeach is a non-profit, non-governmental organization based at the Center for International Development at Harvard University that provides opportunities for individuals to make a meaningful contribution to international education by living and working as volunteer teachers in developing countries. WorldTeach offers summer and year-long programs in American Samoa, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guyana, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Micronesia, Namibia, Poland, Rwanda, South Africa, and Thailand.

Year Founded: 1986