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Teach English to locals

location
2 - 12 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+
rating  Uitstekend 4.8  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
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Hoogste Kwaliteit Vrijwilligersproject. Dit project biedt de hoogste kwaliteit die normen stelt - ver boven het gemiddelde.

Highlights

  • Help local educators with increasing the economic development of their country.
  • Learn French and Sakalava, the local language of Malagasy
  • Assist local conservationists with preserving critically endangered species
  • Find out more about some of the many distinct cultures of Madagascar.
  • Live on a pristine island surrounded by critically endangered wildlife species not found anywhere else on Earth

Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 18+
Alleenstaanden
Koppels
Groepen
50+

Over het programma

Work with teachers in the community of Nosy Be to improve English literacy

Due to the presence of endangered species, the island of Nosy Be is visited by many tourists from around the world. The ability to speak the English language is valuable and a big contributor to the growth of the eco tourism industry in Madagascar.

You will be working alongside local staff  to ...

Over het programma

Due to the presence of endangered species, the island of Nosy Be is visited by many tourists from around the world. The ability to speak the English language is valuable and a big contributor to the growth of the eco tourism industry in Madagascar.

You will be working alongside local staff  to assist the local Malagasy community in improving their English competency. Support local teachers in preparing lesson plans and materials, conduct conversation classes at the local Lokobe National Park for Park Rangers and other adults from the community.

Earning potential for locals increase by almost 50% when they are able to converse in English fluently! 

This program includes an optional community development online courses which must be completed in order to obtain a certificate offered in partnership with the University of Richmond in the United States.

Get in touch for more information!

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners.

Estimated Schedule:
  • 5 or 6am: Wake up call
  • 6 - 10 am: Work in community teaching English
  • 12p-4pm: Lunch & downtime/lesson planning
  • 4pm - 5pm:  Conversation classes
  • 6pm: Dinner
  • 9pm

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Participants are expected to remain flexible as project work changes based on weather as well as needs of our project partners.

Estimated Schedule:
  • 5 or 6am: Wake up call
  • 6 - 10 am: Work in community teaching English
  • 12p-4pm: Lunch & downtime/lesson planning
  • 4pm - 5pm:  Conversation classes
  • 6pm: Dinner
  • 9pm: Bed Time

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities.

These side trips are ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

By participating in this program, you are not only offered an opportunity to work toward conserving ecosystems but also the opportunity to see local sites! Our dedicated field staff are the best resource when researching local trips, they have compiled this list of activities.

These side trips are not included in the program fee but are highly recommended:

  • Mount Passot
  • Whale Watching
  • Diving
  • Beaches
  • The Sacred Tree
  • Lokobe National Park

The possibilities are endless!

We also now include cultural/local experiences. These experiences will take place once every 4 weeks. 

These activities may include : 

  • Learn to cook Malagasy cuisine
  • Handcraft your own canoes
  • Forage for local medicinal plants
  • Visit the island of the lemurs 
  • Snorkel in a marine wonderland
  • Gaze and wonder at the southern constellations
  • Watch the sunset at Banyan tree
  • Sleepover on a remote volcanic archipelago 

Voorwaarden

Voorwaarden

Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

Taalkennis

Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (basis niveau)

Opleidingsvereisten

op High School niveau

Bewijs van goed gedrag en zeden

verplicht

Vereiste documenten

Medical form

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

Andere vaardigheden

No skills required, all training is provided online 8 weeks prior to program start date.

Tijdsinzet

Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten door GVI

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • 24-hour emergency phone
  • 24-hour in-country support
  • Access to Alumni Services and Discounts
  • Airport pick-up (unless otherwise stated)
  • All necessary project equipment and materials
  • All necessary project training by experienced staff
  • Location orientation
  • Long term experienced staff
  • Meals while on project (except on work placements for long term internships)
  • Safe and basic accommodations (usually shared)
  • Welcome meeting

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Additional drinks and gratuities
  • Extra local excursions
  • Flights
  • International and domestic airport taxes
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Personal items and toiletries
  • Police or background check
  • Visa costs (where necessary)

Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Fascene Airport

Airport pick up is provided from Fascene airport on Nosy Be within a specified window of time. 

Accomodatie

Our base is on Nosy Be Island, well known for its abundant and unique biodiversity. Accommodation will be in shared rooms in a house on the island.


Eten & Drank

All meals are provided on project and participants take it in turn to prepare meals for the group. 

Internet toegang

Beperkte toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is Fascene Airport (NOS) in Nossi-be. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Madagaskar. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

Reisverzekering

Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Madagaskar biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Madagaskar dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Madagaskar. VACCINATIE CHECKER

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Beschikbaarheid
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Programmakosten

2 weken (min. verblijf) 1.195€
4 weken 1.895€
6 weken 2.495€
8 weken 2.895€
10 weken 3.395€
12 weken (max. verblijf) 3.895€
Gemiddelde kosten 461€/week

Programmakosten

461€ per week 2 - 12 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

Betaalmethodes

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

GEEN CREDITCARDKOSTEN

Duurtijd

2 - 12 weken

Waarborg

De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.

Finale betaling

Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door GVI gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.

Ontmoet je organisatie

GVI

Uitstekend 4.8 rating (221 beoordelingen)

Agentschap - opgericht in 1998

Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

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Gepresenteerd door

Bianca

Gesproken talen: Engels

Over de organisatie

GVI tackles critical local and global issues by operating award-winning education and training programs on sustainable development projects around the world.

Ontmoet je organisatie

Founded in 1998, GVI runs programs in 21 locations, in 13 countries around the world, each manned by our own staff and aligned to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs as well as the objectives of local partners. We welcome participants from all around the world and help facilitate their development into global citizens. This is how we achieve our mission of building a global network of people united by their passion to make a difference.


We are truly a global family brought together by our dedication to long-term positive impact. At the root of our success is our commitment to investing in authentic, meaningful connections with one another, which is why mutual respect and trust are central to our operations. Although we respond with empathy to difficult situations, we believe that most circumstances can benefit from taking a light-hearted approach. By sharing stories of local achievement with our teams worldwide we build the momentum to catapult us toward our vision for the future.

221 beoordelingen · rating4.8

Olivia Babbage rating5

2024 at Teach English to locals

3 month English Teaching internship in Madagascar The most incredible time of my life. I feel so lucky to have experienced all that is Nosy Be, Madagascar. I chose GVI because they are so impact driven, and during my time in Madagascar that was the evident. Being able to immerse myself into such ...
Dylan Cuttelod rating5

2023 at Teach English to locals

This is really an incredible experience, allowing us to make a difference and help people who are in need. Thanks to this amazing organization (GVI) volunteers like myself are able to find a balance between working as a teacher and enjoying holiday time. This is done by having 4 days of the week ...
I had the opportunity to do the virtual marine conservation internship with GVI, it was super good for my work experience and academic training as I learned a lot from the courses and I was able to explore my skills in data analysis which I had not explored so far, I highly recommend this internship ...
Mary Christensen rating5

2024 at Community Development Internship

GVI is a passionate organization that works diligently to promote life long learners and explorers. As an intern with GVI, I was able to explore the culture of my country of choice, serve a purpose greater than myself, and meet friends all around the world. I highly recommend this program to anyone ...
GVI was one of the best experiences of my life, i was a participant on the U18 costa rica trip! This program allowed me to interact with new people and make lifelong friendships, but also i was able to experience a new culture and be up close to a wide range of wildlife. If you are reading this and ...
Pam Parkes rating5

2024 at Women's Empowerment Internship

I really enjoyed my recent trip to Siem Reap. The accommodation was very good, I upgraded to a single room with aircon and en-suite and had a fabulous room overlooking the pool. Food was excellent with plenty of choice, both in the guest house and local restaurants where we ate in the evenings ...

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