Teach English in Jaipur

  India

Jaipur

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: multiple dates year round

Description: Be part of it with i-to-i!
Our goal is to achieve 400yrs of combined volunteering all over the world by the end of 2008.

So far we have achieved 325yrs which when broken down means we achieved the following:

- Over 5500 children cared for on our community projects around the world
- A minimum of 13,000 children and adults taught English in schools and community centres
- Hundreds of animals protected including Turtles, Pandas, Elephants, Monkeys and more
- At least 80 homes and structures built for families and communities in need
- More than 8000 trees planted which are enough trees to offset the CO2 emissions of over 2,000 cars

Want to really get to know the people you teach?

India is a bit like a good work of art; the more you look the more you end up seeing. It's certainly not a country that should be rushed and getting to know one community intimately is often just as enjoyable as a large scale tour. There is certainly plenty here to explore, Jaipur having long since broken through the old city walls and out into to the desert beyond. Inside, the narrow streets are full of the usual mix of rickshaws and fruit carts as well as the not so usual pink buildings of the Old Town. Our partner project in the city teaches children from disadvantaged areas, and would love to make use of your skills. Our TEFL certification is included in the price to provide you with the confidence to face your first day of class.

Find out more about i-to-i, watch their short video here: http://video.i-to-i.com/site-videos/video.html

Highlights: What were the highlights of your trip that you couldn't wait to tell your friends about?

"I felt I made a significant contribution within the schools. I taught English, art, sport and even managed to paint the classroom walls with animals and flowers which the children loved! Also, Karnika (the local area co-coordinator) was excellent. She's truly amazing! Karnika is a fantastic organizer/motivator with heaps of enthusiasm. She leads with her heart and as a result is respected by the teachers and overseas volunteers alike." (Susannah York)

Neglected, abandoned, or run-away children on the streets in the cities of India live a life that is often void of love and warmth, safety, protection, and parental care. Volunteers can help to change this reality through their involvement in a variety of teaching and extra curricular activities that focus on providing the children basic daily care. The aim is to steer the children away from the streets and towards employment.

Qualifications: You don't need any qualifications to participate in a teaching placement in India. Volunteers should have a genuine love for children, be self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable and have plenty of patience. You should also have a willingness to work hard.

Cost in US$: $1590.00 for 4 weeks, $200.00 for every week thereafter

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.

Age Range: 18-80

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian and European Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: Founded in 1994, i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 15,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 300 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.

Year Founded: 1994