Volunteer Teaching in Ghana

  Ghana

Cape Coast

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: Project runs all year round

Description: Volunteers who join this programme will have the chance to live and work in a coastal community in the Central region of Ghana in West Africa. GVI has teamed up with the Sabre Charitable Trust to offer much needed support to some of Ghana's rural communities. During this placement you will be living in a small community run guesthouse, just a few minutes walk from the school and one of Ghana's most stunning beaches, while teaching the local kindergarten and primary schoolchildren.

All your food and accommodation is included in the fee, as well as your transfer to the project site and your project induction. During your time in Ghana you will have a chance to explore perhaps a guided tour of Elmina Castle, a visit to Elmina town or a visit to Kakum National Park where you can take a journey through the rainforest on a canopy walkway. Ghana's coastline is dotted with the remnants of over 15 slave trading castles, from where many thousands of Ghanaians were shipped to slavery in North America. Both Elmina and Cape Coast Castles, just a short journey from Brenu Beach, have been restored to their original state and are well worth a visit.

Qualifications: No formal teacher-training is required as each Volunteer will be supported by the GVI project manager and existing Volunteers, as well as the volunteer coordinator, a formal local teacher. However, if you have any experience of teaching or working with children then you will find it of great benefit. Volunteers should be enthusiastic, happy to work with children and prepared to teach in basic conditions.

Cost in US$: from US$2135 for 4 weeks

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Volunteers come from all walks of life and backgrounds. No experience is required for most projects but all volunteers are expected to be respectful of local cultures.

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Ghana Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 4+

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Job and Internship Network

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 2008 marks a decade of commitment from GVI to all volunteers and partners. Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998