English Literacy Teaching
Coordinator | Jeremy
Coordinator | Jeremy
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Teach young Malagasies alongside local teachers in a rural village.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
The project
This project aims to meet the increasing local demand for English literacy as English is not usually taught and the academic programs are limited only to Malagasy and French. You will have the opportunity to prepare and to teach a variety of English-based subjects to children at a local school which will allow you to experience the local lifestyle and academic system. You have the freedom to use your creativity in devising new teaching methods or be inspired by the educational system of your home country. You will have a general syllabus to follow and examples of what previous participants have used and you can enrich them with games, songs, art, sports and music.
Bring English as a global mode of communication to the children in the beautiful island of Nosy Be!
The location
Madagascar is a rich and colourful country which was separated from Africa by a cataclysmic earthquake. As a result, it was one of the last major landmasses on Earth to be colonized by humans and it has undergone different evolutionary processes allowing many life forms to change little if at all over the course of millions of years. When the first settlers arrived on the island they found plenty of food, barely any predators and a rich wildlife. The dense rainforests are still home to over 100 exotic species of animals found nowhere else on Earth including lemurs, dwarf hippos, giant tortoises, ten-feet tall elephant birds and many more. Settlers from Indonesia, Arab and Persian traders and migrants from Africa arrived at different times and avoided segregation, although they lived in tribes. Their coexistence and fusion have resulted in a beautiful and remarkably uniform society, a unique synthesis of race, language, religion, and traditions.
Typical day
Depending on the school’s schedule, you will leave the centre between 8am and 9 am. You will be teaching for 3-6 hours with lunch served at the centre. You will leave the school around 3 pm or 4 pm.
Free-time activities
The Nosy Be Archipelago is located off the north-west coast of Madagascar. It is a magnificent location with many islands and unique beaches offering stunning snorkelling and diving opportunities. Nosy Be is not overly touristic and rather relaxed with its sugar cane and vanilla plantations, rum distilleries, ylang ylang bushes and lounging lemurs. You can visit the colourful markets, take a boat journey to the islands, go for a hike in the tropical forests and explore the Malagasy culture. Many restaurants offer a variety of cuisines and are awaiting you for an exotic gastronomic experience. Nosy Be is a charming location worth discovering!
Water Sports
Swimming
Diving/
Snorkling
Snorkling
Hiking
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
required
at High School level
Necessary vaccinations and flight & visas. Full travel & medical insurance.
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
You should be an active person with creative skills.
Have a good command of the English language (you do not need to be a native speaker).
Have a good command of the English language (you do not need to be a native speaker).
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
- food
- accommodation
- airport pickup (from Nosy Be)
- orientation
- in-country support
- project activities.
We will pick you up from Nosy Be airport, which you can get to from Antananarivo International Airport. You need to arrive on the Sunday before your start date (each Monday) to be picked up from the airport. If you need to arrive earlier or later, additional fees will apply. Check with us before booking any flights.
The shared rooms where you will be staying are single-gender and accommodate 4-6 people. You will have a private bathroom and hot showers. Bed linens are provided however, you need to bring your own towels. The rooms are lockable and there are safety boxes available for any valuables you would like to keep stored.
In the centre you can use the mini library, the dining room and lounge area as well as the beautiful garden to relax and interact with the other participants. There is WiFi available throughout the centre though it may be slow at times.
A refrigerator is available for you to store food and beverages if you wish.
Private rooms are available for an additional £100(please ask for $ equivalent) per week.
Many ATMs are available in and around Hell-Ville. There are hospitals and pharmacies nearby.
Three meals a day on the weekdays and two meals on the weekends are provided. The food is a mix of Western and Malagasy dishes which consist predominantly of vegetarian dishes such as rice and vegetables. About twice a week there will be chicken served. There are local restaurants which you can explore or you can use the kitchen facilities to prepare food by yourself. Supermarkets are located around the project centre and are easily accessible.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Antananarivo Airport (TNR) in Antananarivo. We assist you to find cheap flights to Madagascar.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Madagascar provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Madagascar you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Madagascar.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Project is on-going, and you can join at any time, depending upon availability. Placements start each Monday. Placement starts with a compulsory Introduction Week.
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 24 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,600
5 weeks
$2,000
6 weeks
$2,400
7 weeks
$2,800
9 weeks
$3,600
11 weeks
$4,400
24 weeks
(max. stay)
$9,600
Average fees
$400
/week
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English Literacy Teaching
Teach young Malagasies alongside local teachers in a rural village.
$400/week
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