Teach English in Accra, Ghana

  Ghana

• Accra: 
Accra

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

Description: Teaching placements are based in Accra, in private schools for children from three to 15 years old. You might also wish to teach other subjects such as French, I.T. and Science, or take part in after-school sports, drama, art or music a warm welcome is assured whichever you choose. You will receive the i-to-i TEFL course before you depart to prepare you for your first day in the classroom, giving you the confidence to share your knowledge with the Ghanaian people who believe English is the key to their country's future.

Highlights:
You will make a huge difference in the life of children who otherwise have few opportunities to get an education. In theory, Ghana's government provides free primary education for all children, however in reality this is not the case. Whilst there are some government schools, these are few and far between and therefore most of the primary schools in Ghana are privately funded. Often public schools are actually better resourced than private because they receive funding from the state and therefore have more equipment and supplies. Private schools depend on tuition fees and receive no government aid.

Which children go to school and how far up the ladder they progress is very much determined by their family income rather than academic performance: some children may not be able to afford school fees or extra items such as uniforms and books. Also children from poor families may be kept away from school to earn money from jobs instead. As private schools lack financial resources to be able to employ more teachers, volunteers are needed to assist them, to exchange methods of teaching and help continue offer children the education they are entitled to.

Qualifications: Volunteers at this project should be open minded, flexible, creative, resourceful and able to use their own initiative. You should also have a genuine love of children of all ages. Independence, enthusiasm, and a willingness to work hard are a must.

Cost in US$: $1670 for 4 weeks; $178 each additional

Before you depart we offer:
- detailed information on your project and country
- fundraising advice and support
- visa instructions
- vaccination recommendations
- advice on health, safety and culture shock
- English teacher training course (TEFL)
- contact details to pass along to your family

When you arrive we provide:
- pick-up from the airport on the designated arrival date
- welcome orientation
- accommodation
- well-researched quality placement
- support of in-country i-to-i team

You will always have:
- access to our emergency support team 24/7
- assistance of the global i-to-i staff
- guidance and advice from experienced i-to-i travelers

Salary / Pay: Voluntary position.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.

Age Range: 18-80

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

Participants Travel to Ghana Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: Founded in 1994, i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 15,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 300 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.

Year Founded: 1994