Teaching English in Nepal

  Nepal

Kathmandu,  Pokhara

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year

Description: Even if Nepal is considered as one of the most beautiful countries in the planet, it is still a developing country where more than 40% of the total population lives below the most basic poverty line. Thousands of children are deprived of educational opportunities in Nepal because of many social issues and the lack of schooling opportunities.

Teaching English Nepal volunteer programme gives you the opportunity to work with these young children in a variety of schools in and around Kathmandu. Please see examples of schools. Working with children between approximately 5 - 16 yrs old, your main responsibilities are teaching English, but there are plenty of other activities for you to get involved with. All volunteers are encouraged to play an active role in the school and local community. The more involved you get, the more memorable your experience will be; you could for example run your own project - this might take the form of running a sports club, putting on a play / show or starting a re-cycling center.

Nepalese culture is very relaxed. You should expect to volunteer from three to six hours a day, giving you the opportunity to take some time off and explore Nepal and some of their world famous attractions. You could go rafting on the Tibetan border, trekking the Annapurna circuit, maybe Himalayan River kayaking, join the Royal tiger and elephant safari, or try the longest free-fall bungee jump in the world

Highlights: You will be met at the airport by a representative of your guesthouse and taken back to your accommodation. All volunteers will receive initial training after arriving in Kathmandu. The training is designed to help you settle into Nepal and to ensure you are fully prepared for your volunteer placement: A typical training period is as follows:

* Days 1-2
The first two days will be spent with other volunteers in the Kathmandu area. Training includes:

- Nepali cultural orientation / general cultural exchange
- The people of Nepal and their caste system
- Basic Nepali language classes
- Language and Skills Activities
- Sightseeing

* Days 3-7
Based in a rural village, this provides an insight into Nepali village life Training includes language classes, living with local families, eating traditional food, observing village culture and getting a general feel for the lifestyle. During this time, you will also visit several schools where you may choose to be based.

Expect to work approx 4 - 6 hours per day from Sunday to Friday, and you'll take Saturdays off. There are numerous festivals throughout the year and schools normally close during these times.

You do not need any formal teacher training or experience to participate, but whatever experience you do have will be taken into account when arranging your day-to-day activities. More experienced teachers may take a class on their own, whereas less experienced volunteers will assist qualified teachers and may help individuals who require a little more personal attention.

Either way, your main responsibility will be teaching English. We encourage volunteers to come equipped to teach songs, dances, and other activities, which will promote increased vocabulary among the students regardless of their initial ability.

In addition to your formal teaching duties, there are plenty of other opportunities to get involved with additional activities at the school and in community life in general.

Qualifications:
* Minimum age 18 yrs
* You do not need any formal teacher training or experience to participate, but whatever experience you do have will be taken into account when arranging your day-to-day activities.
* A good command of oral and written English
* Volunteers need to be independent, enthusiastic and adaptable, hard-working with an open-minded attitude.
* International volunteers are welcome.

Cost in US$: From 600 GBP

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Nepal Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Phone Interview

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

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