Pataravitaya School Volunteer Teacher

  Thailand

• All Other Areas in Thailand: 
Mae Sot

Durations of Program: 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Dates: ongoing

Description: The volunteer teaches conversational English to Karen students living at Pataravitaya School and helps out with other classes. Occasional weekend trips to Karen villages and to local refugee camps are also part of the program.

Highlights: The school provides an air-conditioned room with bath (furnished), free meals, and the use of a motorbike provided by the school. Volunteers can learn about the local community, Thai culture, and the lifestyle of Karen villagers.

Qualifications: Volunteers should have some teaching experience and at least a Bachelor's degree to meet visa requirements. The position is in a rural location so the volunteer should be comfortable living in an isolated, agricultural community.

Minimum Education: Bachelor of Arts

Cost in US$: 0

Salary / Pay: Free room and board.

Experience Required: yes

some teaching preferable

Typical Volunteer: The typical volunteer will have some travel and volunteer experience, love children, be able to rough it occasionally, and be independent, able to work without direct supervision.

Age Range: no specific age requirement

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

Participants Travel to Thailand Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Phone Interview
• Resume
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Pataravitaya School's Mission Statement: Pataravitaya School is a private, Thai educational institution established by the Catholic Church more than four decades ago. Catholic schools around the world, including Pataravitaya, have a well-deserved reputation for providing a loving and peaceful environment, well-trained and qualified teachers, moral discipline, and experienced guidance for children growing into young adulthood.

Year Founded: 2003

Pataravitaya School is a private Catholic school based organization. We do not require our participants to be of the same faith. Our volunteers will not be involved in religious proselytizing.