Senecorps - Teach English in Dakar

  Senegal

Dakar

Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: The programs are flexible for some locations.

Description: English Teachers are needed immediately for all grades (Pre-K through High School) for the 2007-2008 school year. Class size ranges from 15-35.

Contracts are for one 1 or 2 semesters with the possibility to stay longer. Senegal has two academic semesters a year: October - December and February-July. Applicants who can commit at least 1 year are preferred.

Living Arrangements: Homestays with local families.

Highlights: Although all teachers are unpaid volunteers, this is an invaluable opportunity to live and work in a peaceful, French speaking country on the coast of West Africa. Although the national language is French, the Ministry of Education has begun a campaign to introduce English Language classes beginning in the Primary Grades. Everyone, from street vendors to national officials, realizes how important a good grasp of the English Language is if the Senegalese are to remain competitive. Serving as a Senecorps English Teacher will allow this poor nation to meet its objectives and empower its citizens with the tools needed to participate in a global economy.

Volunteers will receive the support of their colleagues for lessons plans and teaching curriculum. Some schools desire volunteers to teach evening or weekend courses to faculty members.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals on sabbatical; students in between degrees or just wanting some time off to live, learn, and contribute to a community abroad; retired individuals; individuals with a sincere desire and the patience to make a difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications:
- All adults over the age of 18; seniors and retired educators are encouraged to apply.
- No prior experience is required.
- French Speaking Skills are not required, but highly desirable for some locations.
- All volunteers must be Native English Speakers with an excellent command of the English Language, oral and written.
- Some classroom or tutoring experience is recommended, but not required
- Must be in good medical condition.

Salary / Pay: All positions are unpaid.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Senegal Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

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

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Senecorps's Mission Statement: Senecorps is devoted to building bridges across continents through youth and adult education by providing opportunities for teachers, students, and families to exchange ideas and skills through service learning and a variety of cultural and intellectual interactions.

Year Founded: 2003