Role of Volunteer
Our volunteers teach English to students aged 6 to 16-years-old. Volunteers are generally provided with a fixed-curriculum English book and are supported by local English teachers. Our volunteers are often asked by school authorities to develop additional projects to help students learn English. If you have other skills, such as computer or art knowledge, you may be asked to teach these other subjects.
Beyond teaching young students, there are varieties of English teaching opportunities in non-profit schools built to help struggling adult citizens. As a volunteer in these settings, your knowledge benefits your students immeasurably and you get to experience unforgettable snippets of Indian life and culture.
Volunteer responsibilities may include:
- Follow conversational English curriculum
- Organize games, drawing, singing, dancing and other creative education and extra-curricular activities
- Support homework efforts, review academic progress and assist with other student-related tasks
- Assist with school administration or operation
Skills/Qualification Needed
There are no specific qualifications needed to join our volunteer teaching projects in India beyond a fluency in English, but your understanding of Indian culture and Hindi language can be strengthened by enrolling in our one-week Language & Cultural Immersion program. Volunteer teachers need not be native English speakers, but should have strong English fluency, both written and verbal. No previous teaching experience is required. Volunteers should have a love for teaching, English and conversation. Volunteers should be enthusiastic, reliable, flexible, patient and be positive role models for students.
Volunteer in India: Project Locations and Free Time Options
Our India volunteer projects take place in and around Delhi and Jaipur, which are incredibly colorful, thriving and bustling cities steeped in history and cultural opportunities.
As a historical capital city of India, Delhi contains major Indian tourist attractions the like Red Fort, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar, Lodhi Gardens, etc. Delhi contains a diverse assortment of local markets, restaurants, internet cafés, nightclubs, shopping centers and cultural heritage sites to experience. There are numerous chances for volunteers to explore Delhi with their free time and options abound. Taxis/auto rickshaws are affordable transportation options and tours can be arranged to Agra and Jaipur as well as other rural locations.
Renowned as the Pink City of India, the royal capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727 AD. The ancient forts and palaces attract thousands of travelers from all over India and the world. While in Rajasthan, you can go for a camel ride and a jeep safari to explore the unending stretches of the Thar Desert. In Jaipur, our volunteer project is located 20 miles north of Jaipur in a small and vibrant village. Volunteers can explore beautiful villages, visit local bazaars, meet friendly people and discover amazing landscaping of Rajasthan village.
