Teaching English

  Cambodia

Phnom Penh

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks

Description: To work in the industries in the town areas, English language proficiency is now a requirement. But in Cambodia the opportunity to learn and study English is not available for everybody. So, as a result many people are jobless. As a volunteer in Cambodia, you will teach English, mostly at public schools, rural universities or local organizations, thus improving the employment prospects of these future generations.

State and community schools receive very little government funding, so English teaching volunteers are very precious and always welcome. Usually the volunteers work along side the English teachers or even lead the classes in improving the pronunciation and conversational skills of the students.

At the university, the volunteer will prepare students for leadership positions within the business community. The program at Pursat University of Management and Economics for example is designed to help students develop a wide range of skills, by acquiring knowledge needed for fulfilling managerial and administrative responsibilities in the contemporary business environment.

Highlights: For all organizations, especially in the countryside, it is a great honour to host a foreign volunteer. The volunteer is warmly welcome and will be included in all daily activities of the organization and the staff.

Volunteering in Cambodia is beneficial for both the volunteer and the students, and it will be an unforgettable experience. Teaching English will not only give the Cambodian people opportunities that they may not normally have, but it will also give the volunteer a taste of Cambodian culture and Cambodian life.

Depending on the volunteer's skills he/she can teach English in 4 different fields of work:

- In an orphanage teaching the kids
- At a public school teaching the children
- At a university teaching the students
- Teaching and helping teachers at local schools or local organizations

There are hundreds of NGOs (non-government organizations) working in Cambodia and almost all of them need the support of teachers in order to learn and to improve their English.

Qualifications: The volunteer in English teaching project in Cambodia should be genuinely interested in and committed to the Cambodian country and culture. The best precondition is an enthusiastic self-starter with a willingness to work. The English teaching volunteers do not have to be natives of English-speaking countries. All volunteers are welcome who have a working knowledge of English and the desire to share their knowledge with the Cambodian people. Teaching skills and experience are highly appreciated.

Comprehensive insurance coverage: Global Crossroad offers the most comprehensive insurance coverage. This insurance will cover travel health insurance, medical evaluation, travel accident insurance, travel assistance, travel language, and third party liability coverage. Our insurance is one of the best insurance plans available in market for those interested in volunteering. Please click here for details of insurance coverage

Thoroughly researched and personalized projects: Global Crossroad offers the best projects that focus on matching the interests, skills, and experiences of volunteers with their volunteer work. Our local in-country coordinator explores the best local organizations and handpicks the perfect program for each volunteer. Volunteers will get detailed information of their project, including living arrangements and food, before departure.

Airport receive: Upon the receipt of the flight information, our country coordinator or other project staff will meet volunteers in the airport. The address and telephone number of the local contact hotel will be given before departure just in case volunteers miss our representative in the airport. Please make sure to send your flight information to both the USA office and the local coordinator's office.

In-country transportation: Global Crossroad manages one-way transportation to project. Volunteers will be responsible for their personal and return travel.

Support of Country coordinator: From the very beginning to the end of the project, Global Crossroad's country coordinator will help volunteers by supporting them and regularly visiting them.

Pre-departure information: Global Crossroad's comprehensive pre-departure booklet offers detailed information on issues that will concern volunteers, such as health, safety, and cultural shocks.

Other Services: Global Crossroad's staff, in USA and abroad, are always willing to support volunteers by answering all of the volunteers' questions and providing the best advice on fundraising and other issues, like health, culture, excursions, travel, safety, and special events.

Emergency support: Global Crossroad will provide you with 2-3 mobile telephone numbers of the USA staffs and local staffs for emergency support (these numbers are available for use at all times-24/7). Volunteers will also get contact details to pass along to your family before departure.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Cambodia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Global Crossroad's Mission Statement: Global Crossroad offers many remarkable and challenging volunteer, internship, mini-adventure, and cultural immersion opportunities to interested international volunteers in marvelous countries such as India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, China, Mongolia, Ghana, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Kenya. Our unique programs are creative and exciting, as they engage volunteers in breathtaking journeys. Here, a volunteer can become involved in service projects while they explore remote villages. A volunteer can also learn a wonderful new heritage as the Global Crossroad provides language training courses and cultural tours.

Year Founded: 2002