Volunteer Teaching English in Thailand to Monks in Chiang Mai!
Thailand
Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year
Description:
Volunteer Teaching Monks in Chiang Mai - ThailandVolunteers joining this program teach novice Buddhist monks, ranging in age from 12-18, at five different monastery schools in the beautiful city of Chiang Mai. Objectives of the schools consist of "enhancing the knowledge of monks and novices in both religious and secular subjects" and "providing secondary education for boys who are unable to afford such opportunities elsewhere." All the students at four of the schools are novice monks and many, but not all, of the faculty and administration are Buddhist monks. One of the schools has both novice monk students and non-monk students (however the majority are monks) separated by classroom. Volunteers assist the Thai faculty with English (and optionally in art) education roughly 15-20 hours a week (Monday - Friday). You will have the choice of either leading your own class or assisting a Thai teacher in his or her daily lessons. Your placement is completely dependent upon your level of comfort within the classroom. Depending upon your educational background, you may also want to teach art or help in other subject areas and activities that may be occurring at the school during you service. It is important to the school administration that volunteers aid in English education at the school, but also that volunteers receive a rich experience about Thailand, Thai culture and Buddhism during their service. For this reason, be prepared to learn as much as you teach. Also, know that Thai Buddhist monks aren't known for being in a hurry. Therefore, the atmosphere at the temple schools is rather relaxed.
Highlights:
Work with grassroots local community programs and a very affordable price!
Cost in US$: Starting USD200 only!
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Cost Includes :
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- In-country orientation/Training
- In-country staff support
- Medical insurance
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- Registration fees
- Travel while in host country
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Cost Include Description:
* Orientation: A one week orientation will be provided by our staff for LT camps participants. We cover areas like, culture, greetings, locations, transportation etc. Each participant will be provided with a local Map of the city.
* Lodging: Almost all placements have residential accommodation arrangements, however if that is not available volunteers will be staying with a local welcoming and educated family or in.
* Food: 3 Thai meals will be provided in this project.
* Insurance: All participants are covered for full comprehensive travel and medical insurance for their time of stay in our project. Please find details here.
* In-country support: 24 hours support provided by our local staff.
* Pre-departure information: After we receive full and final payment all participants are provided by a pre-departure information booklet by e-mail which will have all vital information about your program.
Experience Required: no
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Volunteer Types :
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- community centers
- community development
- community health
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- community organizing
- computer training
- eco-tourism
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- English teaching
- environment
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Age Range: 18 - 50
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Couples and Individuals
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Thailand
Independently
or
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
Independently
or
in Groups
Application Process Involves:
- Resume
- Written Application
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Year Founded: 2006
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