Tanzania, Monduli5/5 (2 reviews)
English teaching in Tanzania
In the Monduli district of Tanzania, assist local school teachers and teach children aged 6 to 14 basic English through songs and educational games.
- Where
- Monduli, Tanzania
- Length
- From 2 to 12 weeks
- Minimum age
- 18 years old
- Language
- English intermediate
from €1,050 for 2 weeks
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The project
If you enjoy teaching children, you will truly appreciate experiencing this immersive journey in Tanzania as a teacher’s assistant during this humanitarian teaching trip.
The “Family” projects are suitable for children from the age of 4. Our advisors will provide personalized recommendations based on your children’s age, the destination, and the type of mission.
We maintain close relationships with various primary, secondary, and high schools in the Monduli district that are in need of educational support. Community leaders request English language learning programmes, as well as tutoring workshops in mathematics and science for middle school students. You will assist local teachers in teaching the basics of English through songs and educational games. You will also be able to supervise children in activities such as crafts, sports, drawing, coloring, writing, and more. Many children here are very young and need attention and activities to stay engaged and grow in maturity.
Our programme is designed to support the learning of children aged 6 to 14 years. The school is open from 8 AM to 4 PM. Participants will be asked to engage with students for 4 to 6 hours per day, with breaks between lessons and extracurricular activities. Feel free to bring educational materials such as games, colored pencils, erasers, English books, and even clothes and toys to donate. We also recommend bringing photos or small items representing your home country, which you can present during a workshop that will truly broaden the children’s world!
You will also have the opportunity to participate in a sustainable development project a few hours a week (upon request). There are few rainforests in Tanzania due to the climatic conditions. Forestry departments always do their best to protect the little forest area they have. But it is not enough. It has been deemed important for community members to participate in protecting the forest areas and their wildlife. This group supports the local community while strengthening women’s empowerment. Volunteer activities depend on the weather and season: tree planting in the forest or in community spaces, small botany and gardening tasks, workshops with the environmental club for children and adolescents in the region. All profiles are welcome on this humanitarian teaching trip.
A project we follow
Projects chosen with care and followed through regular visits on site.
Accommodation and meals
You will be accommodated in our local center or in a host family, offering you basic comfort. Western-style toilets are available, but you may also encounter traditional toilets. Sometimes, the water needs to be heated for showers, which are taken with a bucket. The accommodations are located on the campus of a local school, surrounded by green spaces. We have a large garden where you can relax during the day.
Meals are inspired by local cuisine and consist mainly of corn, rice, potatoes, and bananas. Some beef, goat meat, beans, and a few leafy vegetables will help add nutrients to your daily meals. Very few dishes will be served in the typical Western style, so be prepared for a culinary adventure as well.
Meals
Les repas sont inspirés de la cuisine locale et se composent de beaucoup de maïs, de riz, de pommes de terre et de bananes. Un peu de bœuf, de la viande de chèvre, des haricots et quelques légumes à feuilles vertes vous aideront à ajouter des éléments nutritifs à vos repas quotidiens.
Très peu de plats seront servis dans le style occidental typique, alors préparez-vous aussi à une aventure culinaire !
Additional information
We recommend that all participants get a local SIM card with a local plan to maintain personal internet access.
During school holidays (the whole month of April, 2 weeks in May, the last week of July, and the whole month of December), classes will be replaced by a holiday programme with the children.
Budget
How long are you going for?
Airport reception on Sunday at 6 am or 6 pm
What is included
- Airport pickup (Kilimanjaro/Arusha)
- Accommodation (host family)
- 3 meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the week and 2 meals on weekends
- Support and training during the project
- 24/7 emergency line
Not included
- Flight tickets
- Travel and repatriation insurance
- Visa
- Return to the airport (Sunday morning)
Where your money goes
Donations are reinvested in full and directly into the local associations. How the costs break down
See the budget week by week
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Getting ready to leave
Your application
An up-to-date CV and a cover letter describing your background and what brings you here.
Conditions to take part
- From 18 years old to travel alone; with family, children take part accompanied by their parents.
- Intermediate level of English.
- A copy of the passport.
- Clothing that covers the knees and shoulders during work.
Insurance
For any project abroad, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness, repatriation and third-party liability. With Chapka Cap Student, you get 5% off.
Online language lessons
With Clic Campus: video lessons and an e-learning platform, from home.
Questions
What kind of accommodation is provided for a family?
You stay together, in private rooms, shared houses or comfortable local guesthouses.
Is it a safe trip for children?
Our projects are selected with safety in mind. Families get a reassuring setting and supervised activities. The days are designed to include young and old alike, with a flexible pace and time to discover things together.
Can you join a project as a family?
Yes. For families who want to travel together, we offer programmes designed to welcome children from the age of 4, 10 or 15 depending on the project. Our programme pages say whether they are open to families; otherwise, contact our team to find out more.
Another question? Ask the team, and someone who knows the project will answer.
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