Volunteer Teaching English to Nepali Buddhist Monks

  Nepal

Kathmandu,  Pokhara

Length of Position: 4 weeks+

Description: Nepal is one of the poorest countries in the world, yet one of the richest in terms of culture and heritage. With snow capped mountains, Buddhist monasteries and vibrant people it is an enriching place to spend time and call home.

In this program you will teach English to the monks at the various Buddhist monasteries. This is most suitable for those interested in learning about Buddhist culture and traditions. You will go everyday to teach English to young monks; children and adults, all of whom may participate in the class.

This is a great opportunity for those interested in finding out more about Buddhism. You will be immersed in their culture, whilst sharing some of your own. This is a unique opportunity.

It is recommended you spend at least one month teaching in order to maximise your experiences and minimze disruption to the pupils.

Highlights: Depending upon your experience and abilities you may be either assisting a local teacher, and/or leading a class on your own. Volunteers will teach English to the monks, both young and old, for around 1 to 2 hours every day. You will also help the local school 1 to 2 hours each day, in total you will be teaching 2 to 4 hours a day.

In addition to being in the class room, you maybe playing out door/ indoor games with kids, singing, dancing, painting, organizing environmental activities with the help of other Nepali teachers etc.

There is a school curriculum but you can apply your own lesson plans and methodology, mainly focusing in conversational English, or other subjects like Math, Science, Environment etc. (if you are able).

You will have breakfast around 9am, start teaching at 10am, break for lunch from 12 to 1pm, then continue teaching until school finishes at 4pm. You will teach 2 to 3 classes each day and each classes run for 45 minutes.

Qualifications:
* Min age 18 - Max age 60
* TEFL recommended but not compulsory
* Able to work at high altitude
* Reasonable physical fitness
* Motivation to work in teaching and with children
* CRB Police Check to work with children
* Full travel & medical insurance
* Necessary vaccinations
* Necessary flights & visas

Salary / Pay: Voluntary Self-funded placement

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Nepal Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 2+

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

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