Teach Rural Children

  India

Bombay (Mumbai)

Length of Position: Minimum 2 weeks, maximum 12 weeks
Dates: Jan to Dec each year

Description: Scholarships Available for February, March and April 2009. Email us for scholarship details and the application form.

Live and work in rural areas teaching English and Math in village schools. Volunteers are placed in local schools from kindergarten to high schools, rural schools and also with special needs children in the area. This program offers volunteers an opportunity to make a difference in the life of children from poor and rural communities.

This is the most hands on program with volunteers given full responsibility to conduct classes and educational activities.

Highlights: Volunteers are placed in local schools and with non-profit agencies working in the field of education. There are also opportunities for working with mentally challenged children and orphanages.

- Teach and interact with children in a school for mentally challenged kids
- Teach in village schools; from kindergarten to high school
- Volunteer in local orphanages
- Get involved in teaching and remedial education programs in surrounding villages

Where is the program located?

We have several villages outside Mumbai. Locations include Pen, Lonavala, Kamshet and Karla. All these are located between Mumbai and Pune which are two major metropolitan areas. The settings are idyllic with hills, valleys, historic sites and popular trekking routes. Most of these areas are conveniently located and well connected with Mumbai, Pune and Goa.

Qualifications: No prior teaching experience or other training required. This program is open to all levels of students and professionals who want to volunteer and learn about India. Participants must be over 18 years of age easygoing and flexible. Individual or groups of students can apply to the program.

Cost in US$: 900 for 2 weeks and $200 for each additional week

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: No prior teaching experience or other training required. This program is open to all levels of students and professionals who want to volunteer and learn about India. Participants must be over 18 years of age easygoing and flexible. Individual or groups of students can apply to the program.

Age Range: Above 20 years

This Program is open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to India Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

India Study Abroad Center's Mission Statement: India Study Abroad Center (ISAC) offers a variety of experiential learning programs. These programs are designed with the particular student's interests in mind, allowing the participants to explore and learn about the country with special focus in their area of interest. We strive to ensure that our programs are most affordable to allow people from all walks of life to be able to participate. Our aim is to provide students with an unforgettable learning experience.

Year Founded: 2006