Ghana Teaching Volunteer Program

  Ghana

• Accra: 
Accra

Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: 10th January to 24th March, 10th May to 24th July, 10th September to 9th December

Description: GVN has volunteer teaching opportunities in local schools throughout Ghana, teaching a variety of subjects through our partner organization. Volunteers will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in Ghananian communities through education while experiencing African culture and life.

The volunteer teaching opportunities are available in Primary and Secondary schools all over Ghana. However we can arrange for you to teach in a pre-school if that is your preference.

Pre-School (4 and 5 year olds)
- Language and Literacy
- Environmental studies
- Creative activities (Music, dance and art)
- Physical development
- Psychosocial skills

Primary (6-11 years)
- English
- Math
- Integrated Science
- Environmental Studies
- Basic computer skills

Junior Secondary (12-14 years)
- English
- Math
- Integrated Science

Qualifications: Volunteers for the Ghana Teaching Program must:

    * be between 18 and 65 years of age
    * be able to walk long distances (up to 1 hour continuously) and be able to tolerate heat
    * be available for a minimum of four weeks
    * be able to speak English fluently
    * have a High School qualification to teach at primary level, and a college degree to teach at secondary level

Cost in US$: see website

Experience Required: yes

A High School qualification to teach at primary level, and a college degree to teach at secondary level

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Ghana Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Global Volunteer Network's Mission Statement: The Global Volunteer Network (GVN) is a private, Non Government Organization (NGO) based in Wellington, New Zealand. Our incorporation number is WN/1194442. Our vision is to support the work of local community organizations in developing countries through the placement of international volunteers. We believe that local communities are in the best position to determine their needs, and we provide volunteers to help them achieve their goals.

Year Founded: 2000