English Teacher

  Palestine

Jerusalem

Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Dates: September, 2008- July, 2009

Description: Want to teach in Palestine? We have new positions beginning 1 September 2008.

- Volunteers will teach evening English classes five days a week
- Volunteers will work with both children and adult students
- Volunteers will have vacation time during all school holidays
- Housing and a modest stipend are provided

Recent graduates and retired adults are welcome to apply! Spouses, groups of friends and families may volunteer together.

Highlights:
- Work in Beit Sahour, a town 5 miles from Jerusalem and right next to Bethlehem
- Take advantage of the school holidays and travel to near by places such as Israel and Jordan
- Learn Arabic and experience life in the Holy Land
- Meet Palestinians and other international volunteers and workers
- Gain teaching experience
- Have the experience of a lifetime in the Middle East!

Qualifications:
- Native English speakers
- Previous teaching experience not required

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: free

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: A typical volunteer will teach evening English classes five days a week. The classes will take place in the evening and will be divided into age groups (from kindergarten to adult). The volunteer will have a fixed schedule and will teach no more than 20 hours a week and will observe all school holidays. We will find the volunteer an appropiate apartment near the school, and excellent, affordable public transportation is available. Please contact us with questions.

Age Range: all ages

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

Participants Travel to Palestine Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of Depends on experience and comfort level of teacher

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Resume