• Quality Education

Teaching Assistant in Community School

location
8 - 13 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
rating  Excellent 4.8  · 
  Verificeret af Volunteer World
  Excellent Svarrate

Højdepunkter

  • Experience the festive, community-oriented, rural Nepali way of life!
  • Make memories with wonderful people from all around the world!
  • Meet your second home and family!
  • Make a real change in our students' life!
  • Be part of a social entrepreneurship project that gives free quality education for all!

Særligt velegnet til

Alder 18+
Singler
Par
Familier
Grupper
50+

Om programmet

Passionate about education? Join Maya Universe Academy as a volunteer teacher in Nepal. Inspire young minds, make a difference. Apply now!

We have been running volunteering activities for more than a decade now. We have a very high rate of returning volunteers. Many have made Maya their permanent homes also. We have reflections and discussions every evening to prepare for the next day. We also organize free hikes, breakfasts on the ...

Om programmet

We have been running volunteering activities for more than a decade now. We have a very high rate of returning volunteers. Many have made Maya their permanent homes also. We have reflections and discussions every evening to prepare for the next day. We also organize free hikes, breakfasts on the hilltop, and local dinners once a week. We have a good mix of support staff including the senior and assistant volunteer coordinators along with academic, construction, and agricultural managers. Most importantly, the school is a huge success with very high demand from the locals. Its also the biggest employment provider in the area. A lot of the graduates work with the school and help in its expansion and volunteers get to experience this grassroots development process first-hand.

How can you get involved?

You can join us by teaching children from the community for a minimum of 2 months. Volunteers support the classes in English language, Mathematics, science, music, and arts for children from first to seventh grade. 

You will be able to work closely with the group of volunteers as well as the permanent teacher from the school. 

When teaching, volunteers follow the program given specifically for each class according to the subject taught. Do not worry about trying to find what to teach the children each day as it will be given to you beforehand.

Despite teaching, volunteers learn and grow from their experience and the children from Maya Universe Academy. They gain perspective through the differences in language, culture, and way of living in their own country.

Who lives at Maya

  • Hostel Children: Students living at the school. Their villages are too far away to commute every day, so they live at the school in their own hostel.
  • Permanent Volunteers: Nepali volunteers that live at the school and help run daily operations.
  • Temporary Volunteers: Nepali and international volunteers who stay for both short-term and long-term periods.

Location

At the school, you will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery as it is surrounded by hills and mountains. By being further away from big cities, the area is more quiet and refreshing.

Dress code

The dress code is casual. However, girls must refrain from wearing skirts and shorts above knee level and tight leggings (unless worn with a long top/dress). The shower area is a public communal area. Girls must wear a lunghi which can be purchased from school. Boys must wear loose-fitting shorts.

When coming to volunteer at Maya Universe Academy, you should bring a sleeping bag ( a light one from April to September is enough) as well as a refillable bottle of water. Do not worry if you forgot something at home as commodities are available in the village shop. Further explanation about what you will need during your volunteering program will be shared with you once enrolling with Maya.

What to bring

  • Two passport sized photos - one for visa, one for local SIM (a few extra are useful if you want to get trekking permits etc).
  • Local SIM card* and cell phone - you need a copy passport and a passport sized photo. 
  • Sleeping bag - from April to September a light sleeping bag is enough. 
  • Medicines - you need for any chronic illness / usual travel medicine. 
  • Lice comb - sometimes kids have lice. This will help to comb trough your frequently to avoid having lice. 
  • Clothes to shower Boys : short (a stretchy waistband is always nice) 
  • Girl : a «lunghi» - typical dress that can also be bought from the school. 
  • Sandals / flip flops and towels 
  • Toileteries - please try to use organics products only as this goes back into our land. 
  • Laundry Soap Bar - for your clothes washing.  
  • Foot wear - regular walking shoes are easy for walking up and down the hill, but many walk in flip flops or trekking boots ! If you are doing agriculture/construction you will need closed shoes. 
  • Jacket and warm clothes - bring extra warm layers between October and February.
  •  Flashlight - one that plugs in and charges is an added luxury ! Head torch is also popular. 
  • Toilet Paper* 
  • Water bottle* 
  • Clothes for morning assembly

*can be bought from Damauli.

MAYA’S LIFE 

Dress code is casual. Girls must refrain from wearing skirts and shorts above knee level and tight leggings (unless worn with a long top/kurta/ dress). Tops should cover the shoulder. Strappy or strapless tops are not ideal. Morning cirlce formals: We make a morning circle every day to start the school where all staff, volunteers, guests, and students participate. Teachers mostly are dressed formally in long pants and shoes. Its important to be neat and tidy during this hour. Vacation Preferably vacation is planned during school holidays (April, October, November). If this is not possible volunteers are expected to handover their duties diligently and “days off” are to be discussed with management.

Vaccinations - Check if you need any vaccinations. See CIWEC Hospital’s recommendation. 

Travel / medical insurance - Please make sure you are covered for any accident, hospital treatments, loss or damage. You will be asked to read and sign a service contract including liability, upon your confirmation. 

Typisk dag

From 9 to 10 the hostel students participate in various activities: volleyball classes, football practice, cycling, MMA, badminton, guitar classes, etc. They are divided into groups according to their interests and some workshops are available to them depending on the volunteers' range of skills ...

Typisk dag

From 9 to 10 the hostel students participate in various activities: volleyball classes, football practice, cycling, MMA, badminton, guitar classes, etc. They are divided into groups according to their interests and some workshops are available to them depending on the volunteers' range of skills set. 

 At 10 AM, we all gather in the morning assembly which takes the form of a circle. All students, teachers, and volunteers gather to share news, poetry, and other creative work, which is always followed by physical activity or games and the Nepali national anthem. Volunteers and teachers also perform once a week. 

At 10:30 am, the working day starts for volunteers. 

  • teachers usually support the classes in English language, Mathematics, science, music, and arts. Nepali local teachers teach social studies and the Nepali language.

At 1:45 pm the volunteers eat lunch together. The construction, agriculture, and teaching teams meet at the volunteer quarters.

At 2:45 pm, school and construction, agriculture, and health work start again until 5 pm.

The hostel students have study time from 5:30 pm to 7.

At 7:30 pm the volunteers can have a traditional and simple meal with the children. 

After having dinner, volunteers usually gather together to enjoy their free time before going to sleep. 

Fritidsaktiviteter

  • Immerse yourself in the thriving Maya community, a vibrant hub of diverse experiences. Discover an array of workshops and classes tailored to students and volunteers. Unleash your creativity in drama sessions or find inner peace through rejuvenating yoga classes. Embrace the spirit of camaraderie ...

Fritidsaktiviteter

  • Immerse yourself in the thriving Maya community, a vibrant hub of diverse experiences. Discover an array of workshops and classes tailored to students and volunteers. Unleash your creativity in drama sessions or find inner peace through rejuvenating yoga classes. Embrace the spirit of camaraderie while playing football, basketball, or volleyball. Unwind indoors with captivating games like chess, catan, or ping pong.
  • Indulge in the tranquility of our library or relax in the nostalgic ambiance of the old kitchen. Engage in lively conversations over coffee or savor a refreshing beer with like-minded individuals from across the globe, all driven by a shared passion for grassroots development. Experience the warmth of bonfires and the delight of barbecues that bring our community together.
  • Venture beyond the school's embrace to hike amidst stunning landscapes and relish authentic meals in the homes of locals. Explore remarkable destinations like Bandipur, Gorkha, Chitwan, and Pokhara, which are easily accessible during weekends. The nearby town offers a refreshing swimming pool and a cinema for entertainment.
  • Surrounded by lush green forests teeming with wildlife, you'll forge genuine connections with grateful villagers who appreciate your presence and contributions. Prepare for an unforgettable experience that may inspire you to return or even consider Maya as your second home.
  • Your support is vital to our mission of nurturing quality education in rural Nepal. Join us, and let the allure of Maya captivate your heart as you embark on a transformative journey of personal growth, cultural immersion, and meaningful impact.

More activities for Volunteers at Maya

  • Morning Hike
Every Saturday morning, volunteers are welcomed to join a hike to the top of the hill, next to our Maya school. There, you'll find the grandparents of one of our student, waiting for you to share tea and breakfast!

  • Local Dinner
On Saturday night, volunteers are invited by villagers to their house to eat dal baht, the most Nepali food you'll ever find, and drink Raksi, the local alcohol, most of the time made by the hosts themselves!

  • Disco Night
When the students have holiday the next day, we are celebrating by dancing all together in the new kitchen!

  • Sports & Workshops
Everyday, the students are playing sports and volunteers can, of course, join and play with them! Appart from that, you can also organize and take part in workshops. Be creative and enjoy!

  • Exploring Around
On your days off, there is plenty of places to visit around Maya School. Damauli is the nearest city and, from there, you can hop on a bus to go to Bandipur, Pokhara or even Chitwan!

Krav

Krav

Minimumsalder: 18 år

For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

Sprogfærdigheder

Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level)

Uddannelseskrav

på High School niveau

Nødvendige dokumenter

cv

Nationalitetsrestriktioner

Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

Andre færdigheder

We have classes running from kindergarten to grade 8 at the main school. Students from grades 9-12 also live at the hostel. We will allocate classes to you depending on your skill set. Our academic coordinator will plan this with you.

Tidsforpligtelse

Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag fra 10:00 - 17:00

Hvad er inkluderet

Hvad er inkluderet

Tjenester af Maya Universe Academy

We ask volunteers to contribute 20$ per day to cover the costs of food, accommodation. It also contributes to paying local staff and teachers' salaries. After the first 90 days, volunteers can stay for free forever! We require teachers to commit for at least two months in order to get used to the school, the students, and the teaching methods. Shorter term volunteers cannot take their own class and have to assist our existing teachers. 


  • Electricity and internet - The school has electricity from main supply and solar energy, which runs for the best part of the day. There is wifi available at the school. Most Nepal telecoms companies offer portable Internet solutions. You can buy Internet data for your mobile SIM card; we usually recommend NCELL or NTC. These two companies also offer Wifi device solutions. We recommend you to get a SIM card before coming to Maya (at the airport or Thamel). 
  • Water - There is a freshwater spring (commonly referred to as the tap or dhara in Nepali) near the hostel’s kitchen, where we get our drinking water. It’s set up like a mini waterfall/tap so we also shower and do laundry there. The water comes from an underground aquifer so it’s quite pure. Some volunteers especially those staying a short period may prefer to filter/purify. It is free of course. The dhara is a public area! Please respect other people’s space and the time you take using the water. Girls must wear a ‘lunghi’ to bathe in, which can be purchased from school. A lunghi is a ‘sarong- type’ cloth, which is stitched together. It should be wrapped around the body to cover the body from the chest to the knees. Boys must wear loose-fitting shorts. You can also buy bottled water at the old kitchen.

Indkvartering

Volunteers sleep in the main school building in a hostel setup and atmosphere. Basic bedding is provided – mattress, bed sheet, mosquito net, and pillow. Especially during the winter months (October - March) a sleeping bag is required.

We also have a few private rooms. Some of them have attached bathrooms. You will have to pay extra for it. Please inquiry. It's on a first-come-first-serve basis. 

  • Other facilities - shared toilets / tap / wi-fi / volunteer kitchen & hang out spot / locker. 
  • Private rooms - are also available. 
  • Avocado rooms - we have two Avocado rooms. They are single rooms with attached toilets / showers ($8 each). 
  • Twin room - we also have two twin rooms. They each have two beds so it’s for couples / friends / family. You have more privacy and your own veranda ($8 each). 
  • Simple room - we have two simple rooms which do not have an attached bathroom or a veranda. It can fit up to two people ($5 each).

Mad og drikkevarer

We provide three meals daily. Breakfast and dinner are Nepali-style cooked Rice, Lentil soup, and seasonal vegetables, occasionally we eat eggs and meat. We use our own grown organic vegetables and from nearby villages and students' homes. Fruits can be bought from the nearby town, Damauli. 

We drink water from a pure and natural water source, three minutes walk away from the main school building.  You must bring your own water bottle. This is a communal tap where all volunteers and locals take shower, collect water, and do laundry. You can also buy mineral water very easily. 

We have two kitchens (New kitchen and Old kitchen)

New kitchen: This kitchen is open to all. Students and staff eat all three meals of the day here. The kitchen is run by Chitra Didi. It's a great place nearby the water and student hostel to meet everyone. Alcohol and cigarettes are strictly prohibited here and only allowed in the old kitchen.

Old kitchen: This kitchen and service area is only open to volunteers. Volunteers may bring their own food and snacks if they wish to cook in the volunteer kitchen. It has cooking stoves, an oven, and a fridge. We provide free lunches to volunteers in the old kitchen.  Volunteers are welcome to cook. You can meet people from all over the world here over coffee or beer. It's also a good place to lounge in between classes or holidays. 


We eat breakfast and dinner together with the hostel students in the school’s main kitchen. Variations of Nepali traditional dish ‘daal bhat’: rice, dhal (lentil soup), and vegetables is served for breakfast, and dinner. Lunch is served in the old kitchen for the volunteers. We try to cook different kinds of lunches every day to cater to different international tastes. Its a more private lunch where other staff members and students do not join. You can also use the old kitchen fridge. Volunteers are welcome to join the cooking process and cook. Please let the volunteer coordinator know accordingly. The old kitchen is also a good spot to hang out in the evening with coffee or beer. Volunteers often throw a going away party with barbecue, bonfire, songs, and dances. Its a great place to meet and get to know each other after a long day of work. The organic vegetables we eat are from our own produce! Fruits and other supplies can be purchased in Damauli. You can also find cereals, bread, meat, fast food and junk food in Damauli. The volunteer coordinator can help you get to and from Damauli according to the school bus which goes to Damauli every day. Volunteers assist in meal preparation, according to a roster stipulated by the coordinator, with the ‘kitchen lady”. Volunteers also have the option to cook their own meals if they wish to do so. A small kitchen is provided for volunteers with an oven and gas stove. Basic supplies like rice and vegetables are available.

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Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

Afhentning i lufthavnen i Tribhuvan International Airport

Afhentning i lufthavnen er heller ikke inkluderet i programgebyret.

Flybilletter

Den nærmeste lufthavn er Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) i Kathmandu. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Nepal. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

Rejseforsikring

At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Nepal giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

Vacciner

Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Nepal, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Nepal. VACCINE CHECKER

Oplysninger ved ankomst

The assistant volunteer coordinator will help you with all logistics before and during your stay. He will introduce you to others and give you a tour upon arrival. He will also organize local dinners and hike for you to know the surroundings better. You may request him to introduce you to the senior volunteer coordinator or the agriculture manager if you find it necessary. All instructions on how to reach the school by private/public transport will also be provided. 

Plan your arrival - Maya’s volunteers can benefit from rates at hotels in Kathmandu. Some volunteers try to go straight to the school from the airport, however we do not recommend this. Staying a few days in Kathmandu allows you to take some rest after your long flight and explore the city becoming accustomed to the culture and the people. Please ask your coordinator for their recommendation on transfers, hotels, sight seeing etc.

Tilgængelighed
Jan. Febr. Marts April Maj Jun Jul Aug. Sept. Okt. Nov. Dec.

Programgebyrer

8 uger (min. ophold) 1.113€
11 uger 1.531€
13 uger (max. ophold) 1.809€
Gennemsnitligt gebyr 139€/uge

Programgebyrer

139€ pr. uge 8 - 13 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

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Duration

8 - 13 weeks

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Final Payment

Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med Maya Universe Academy under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.

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Maya Universe Academy

Excellent 4.8 rating (82 feltrapporter)

Agentur - grundlagt i 2011

Verificeret af Volunteer World

  Excellent Svarrate

Vært er

Prajwal

Spoken languages: Engelsk, Hindi, Nepali, Fransk

Om projektet

Maya Universe Academy: Empowering Rural Communities through Education. A social entrepreneurship project bridging the education gap in rural areas.

Mød din vært

Ignite Hearts, Transform Lives: Join the Educational Movement at Maya Universe Academy!

Welcome to Maya Universe Academy, an inspiring educational movement that is revolutionizing the way we empower rural Nepal. We invite passionate volunteers from around the world to join us on this transformative journey.

At Maya Universe Academy, education is more than just classrooms and textbooks. It's a movement that ignites change, fosters community, and empowers individuals to create a brighter future. As a volunteer, you become part of this powerful movement, making a tangible impact on the lives of children and their families.

For over a decade, Maya has been at the forefront of educational innovation. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, collaborate on creative projects, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Nepal. Together, we inspire personal growth and unlock the potential within each individual.

Behind our movement stands a dedicated team of coordinators, mentors, and professionals who believe in the transformative power of education. Together, we create an environment that nurtures grassroots development, sustainable progress, and social change.

Maya Universe Academy is not just a school; it's a catalyst for a brighter future. With around 300 children from diverse backgrounds, we provide a quality education that transcends borders. By joining us, you become a vital part of our mission to break barriers and create equal opportunities for all.

From humble beginnings in the heart of the jungle, Maya has grown into an educational movement. We cultivate a vibrant ecosystem of learning, innovation, and social impact. Our graduates, fueled by their Maya experience, become ambassadors of change, driving progress in their communities.

Join the educational movement at Maya Universe Academy. Apply now and become part of a remarkable journey, where education becomes a catalyst for positive transformation, and together, we shape a world where every individual can thrive.

82 feltrapporter · rating4.8

Kaj van Raalte rating5

2024 at Teaching Assistant in Community School

I am Kaj, 18 years old and stayed in maya for 3,5 months. I teached the kids from grade 6,7 and 8 science and health class. If I have to put my experience in one word it has to be the word AMAZING. Every class was really great with kids. It was so nice to see them learning the things you tell them. ..
I spent 6 weeks volunteering at Maya Universe Academy doing a mix of teaching, construction and agriculture. I had an amazing experience at Maya, it is a very special place that really cares for all of its students and welcomes you into the family as soon as you arrive. There are opportunities to ...
Leonard LERICHE rating5

2024 at Teaching Assistant in Community School

My two-month stay as a math and science teacher at Maya Universe Academy in Nepal was exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was warmly welcomed by the students, staff, and local community. Maya Universe Academy is situated at a high altitude in the jungle, surrounded by lush greenery ...
I recently spent two months teaching science and computer classes at Maya Universe Academy. From the first moment, it felt like I was being welcomed into a family. The volunteer coordinators were amazing throughout my stay, always making sure that the volunteers were happy and helping us wherever ...
Sophia Ediz Hebel rating4.6

2024 at Teaching Assistant in Community School

Going to Maya was the first time I ever did volunteering and my first time travelling alone. Accordingly, I was super nervous and didn't know what to expect. And now, being back home I have to say this might have been the coolest thing I have ever done. It was definitely out of my comfort zone ...
I didn't stay long at Maya Universe Academy, as I was traveling with my brother who was busy with college prep during the summer of 2023. While we could only stay for a week, the experience at Maya made us wish we had stayed for longer. Not only did the location and daily work refreshed my mind and ...

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