This teaching program takes place on the beautiful island of Hoadedhoo in Gaaf Dhaal Atoll or South Huvadhooo Atoll of Maldives. The school is located in one of the rural islands of the country which lacks government support for play school. Our school administration, teachers and parents work together as a team to educate our young children. We are always in need of qualified teachers. We want to make sure that our young generation (3-4 years) receives the quality education they deserve.
Join one of the nonprofit schools that is trying to improve the future of children by providing a foundation for learning especially English, so that students can take the first step in continuing their education and potentially earning enough to support their families. The approach to education at this project is not all chalkboards and red marks; the curriculum is built upon fun and positive interactions that naturally encourage active language learning. The school holds over a small number of students aged between 3-4 years old.
Orientation
Upon arrival to project site, you will be taken to a hostel and next day morning after your breakfast local café, you will go on a guided tour around the island, where you will see the island and be introduced to the culture. You will have an orientation and project briefing during your first evening on the island.
Volunteer Work and Contribution
You will discover how to lead and control a classroom as you teach various levels of English. The support team will be with you every step of the way and you will be given plenty of time and support to prepare for your classes and make them your own. There is no need to feel daunted by all those beaming faces as they are eager to learn from you. Teachers are well - respected and admired, so expect the kids, their parents and locals to go out of their way to ensure that you are happy and enjoying your stay.
Your main tasks at the project will be to establish a basic level of English amongst the children, create a fun atmosphere for learning and work with the community to support their efforts in re-development and sustainability.
Tasks may include:
- Preparing classes and activities
- Creating extra-curricular activities and workshops such as drama lessons or football games
- Assisting the local teachers in their community duties
- Micro-development projects throughout the school and its grounds
- Passion for working with children
- Creativity
- Friendly personality
- Experience in teaching kids
- Creativity
- Playful personality
- Open-mindedness
We will guarantee you a lifetime experience of interning and you will be able to gain knowledge and have fun at the same time. You will gain a unique opportunity to aid our community in developmental projects. Your expertise and skill will enhance the community and the working environment. Excitement and experience, all in one place!
By helping in building our community you will become part of our family. You will receive our warmest gratitude and gain experience of the lifetime.
Typical day
Details on Arrival
Our official will receive you at Male International Airport and will take you to a hotel in Male where you will be transited overnight. Next day local you will fly to the atoll where you volunteer. You will be received by our officials in the local airport too.
Free-time activities
You will enjoy the ultimate island fun!
We will make sure that full care and support is given to you by our members. Volunteers have chance to visit uninhabited islands, enjoy night fishing, BBQ and snorkeling
Don’t miss out the experience of your lifetime.
You will never regret it!
Program Requirements
Creativity
Friendly personality
Experience in teaching kids
Creativity
Playful personality
Open-mindedness
Included Services
Before your journey
On-site services
Hostel or Home-stay accommodations in a clean, modern home with a private en-suite. Based on double or triple occupancy. Rooms are big enough to accommodate three or four volunteers and have attached toilet/bathroom attached with the room. Most of the rooms are air-conditioned rooms.
Coconuts are a major part of many dishes in Maldives and can be served in grated form, as milk or as coconut oil which is used to deep fry foods. Favourite fish include skipjack tuna, little tunney, yellowfin tuna, frigate tuna, bigeye scad, wahoo and mahi-mahi.
Rice: While an essential part of a local meal, it is not grown here and must be imported.
Popular dishes include:
Garudhiya: a fish broth served with rice, lime, chili and onions.
Mas huni: shredded smoked fish with grated coconuts and onions. This is considered the most popular breakfast food in the country.
Fihunu mas: barbecued fish that has been basted with chili.
Hedhikaa is the local word for snacks in the islands and some of the favorites are:
• bajiya: pastry that is stuffed with fish, coconuts and onion.
• gulha: pastry balls that are stuffed with smoked fish.
• keemia: deep fried fish rolls.
• kulhi boakiba: a spicy fish cake.
• masroshi: mas huni that has been wrapped in roshi bread and is then baked.
• thelui mas: fried fish cooked with chili and garlic.
Drinks:
When visiting Maldives, it is best to stick with bottled water as this is safer and when in doubt, always ask. As the islands are an Islamic nation, the population does not drink alcohol, however, it is available in most resorts. Locals instead prefer to drink sai or tea. Raa is a traditional drink and is a toddy that has been tapped from palm trees. It is sometimes left to ferment.
Program Fees
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