a partir de 500€

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  • Quality Education

Teaching English as a Foreign Language for kids

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4 - 50 semanas  ·  Idade 18 - 50+
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Destaques

  • experience traditional village life in a rural town surounded by tea-and king coconut plantations and paddy fields. Observe how farming people lead a peaceful life and practise Buddhism.
  • Reacharge your battaries by going to the sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean, to places such as Mirissa, Weligama, Matara, Dondra or Galle
  • get inspired by the energies of remoted temples in rainforests, on rocks, at riversides, on islands at the coast of the Indian Ocean.
  • Bask in the joy and motivation the children show, during your language activities.
  • Learn and expand your knowledge about herbs, vegetables, exotic fruits and Ayurveda way of life. Explore the Sri Lankan cuisine with all its curries

Especialmente adequado para

Idade 18+
Solteiros
Casais
Famílias
Grupos
50+

Sobre o programa

we are teachers of government schools in Akuressa, SRL, doing TEFL projects in extra afternoon classes for pupils.

Public education is available from the age of 6 to the age of 18. However, many government schools, particularly in rural areas like Akuressa, receive minimal government funding. The facilities at the schools are very basic, particularly the classrooms that get extremely cramped as average class ...

Sobre o programa

Public education is available from the age of 6 to the age of 18. However, many government schools, particularly in rural areas like Akuressa, receive minimal government funding. The facilities at the schools are very basic, particularly the classrooms that get extremely cramped as average class sizes are around 40 to 60 children. Effective, qualified, sustainable education may only be found in private schools and “selected” governmental schools.

The ability to speak English is of great importance in Sri Lanka. The two main sources of income in Sri Lanka are tourism and migrant workers going to the Middle East. Both occupations require the ability to speak English – the world’s global language. However, the level of English teaching in government schools is limited.

Coming here to Akuratatha/Akuressa with your will and your enthusiasm to devote temporarily time as a social worker, teacher, coach, guide AND role model, is of immense help for us. You would not only organize English language activities and help to improve language skills by your presence, but also educate the young people.

In Sri Lankan’s culture monks, teachers and parents have got the highest status. When you are here, as a volunteer you will also be seen the same. Sri Lankans see you as an ethically person who is demonstrating honesty and democracy. And children will respect you what you preach!

Working in the English Teaching Program is accepted as an internship for your university course or practical training requirements for other job careers. We have been doing a very successful exchange program with the students of the University of International Cooperation North South in Belgium.

No practical teaching experience is required to join this program. You will have a syllabus to follow, our local teachers here will support you in planning your lessons.

We expect you to be able to inspire, empower, enhance the young ones to have faith in themselves to improve their English language skills. Creating a joyful, funny, happy learning atmosphere is our goal!

Dia típico

There are 2 possibilities to work in this program: teach afternoon classes for Akuratatha children and/or do an assistant teacher’s job at a government school/college. You will be supported in your doings by the local teachers and peer mentors of our Mentor Program.

We expect you to work at ...

Dia típico

There are 2 possibilities to work in this program: teach afternoon classes for Akuratatha children and/or do an assistant teacher’s job at a government school/college. You will be supported in your doings by the local teachers and peer mentors of our Mentor Program.

We expect you to work at least three days and not more than five days a week. However,  we have found out  through experience, to volunteer not less than a month. Literally speaking, the longer you decide to stay the better it is for both sides, Akuratatha and you as a volunteer. Working on Saturdays and Sundays would give you the chance to explore places of your interest on week days when they are not too crowded and busy. Working times on these two days :1.30 to 5.30 pm. During the week, Wednesday to Friday: 3 to 5 pm.

When you are involved in a project, such as the Mentor Program, the Community  Development Project or Extra Curriculum Project your working time will be different from the class schedule.

After each lesson there is 30 minutes of reflection talk and planning for the next week's lesson.   

Actividades em tempo livre

We do this project in a remote town called Akuressa. The beaches of Mirissa, Weligama, Unavatuna, Hikkaduwa, Ahangama, Polhena  can be reached by public transport easily. Sinharaja rain forest is also not far away. Akuressa is surrounded by paddy fields and tea plantations. So locals ...

Actividades em tempo livre

We do this project in a remote town called Akuressa. The beaches of Mirissa, Weligama, Unavatuna, Hikkaduwa, Ahangama, Polhena  can be reached by public transport easily. Sinharaja rain forest is also not far away. Akuressa is surrounded by paddy fields and tea plantations. So locals are farmers.  A lot of them are Buddhists. Although it is a place close to touristic settlements, you can still experience  innocent village family life. We appreciate from volunteers to respect our cultural believes. The Ayurvadic Snake Conservation Project, run by an Ayurvadic doctor, can be reached in 30 minutes by car or by tuk tuk.
The town has got all the necessary infrastructure such as banks, hospitals, shops. There is also a central bus station, from which you easily reach all the major destinations mentioned above.


The two of the most popular safari parks,  Yala- and Udawalawa National Park can be reached by car within about 3 hours.

Our host family is always happy to help you with the planning and organizing of your free time activities. 

Requisitos

Requisitos

Idade mínima: 18 anos

Para aderir ao programa é necessário ter pelo menos 18 anos de idade na data de início do programa. Poderá haver excepções se puder fornecer a permissão do(s) seu(s) tutor(es) legal(ais) ou se estiver acompanhado pelos seus pais.

Habilidades linguísticas

Precisa de falar Inglês (nível básico)

Requisitos de Educação

English language, Music, dancing, a nível high school

Verificação dos antecedentes criminais

necessário

Documentos Necessários

cv

Restrições de Nacionalidade

Sem restrições. São bem-vindas as mãos que ajudam de todo o mundo.

Outras Competências

soft skills required you are working with school children (10-16), slow learners, you communicate with parents.

Compromisso de tempo

A tua mão auxiliadora será necessária na Segunda-feira, Terça-feira, Quarta-feira, Quinta-feira e Sexta-feira de 14:00 - 18:00

Serviços incluídos

Serviços incluídos

Serviços por Akuratatha

fees are for: a single room, electricity, water, meals ( 3 meals per day, drinks, fruits).  There is the opportunity to prepare your own food in the host family's kitchen. The host family welcomes you like their own family member during your stay. We give you a weekly family activity to places of cultural and sights, to beaches, boat trips to lakes and rivers, going for picnics.

Alojamento

The accommodation is basic, but comfortable. You will live with your host family and so you will have the chance to meet plenty of  local people while you are here.

The host family's home is located in a quiet and calm, natural area two kilometers away from Akuressa town center. Each room has got a king-size bed with a mosquito net, a fan, a desk, a wardrobe. The place has got wifi, a TV set, a radio, 
The bathrooms are to be shared with the host family. They have got  a shower, hot and warm water, a washing machine and  toilet shells.  In the kitchen there is a refrigerator to keep your food items, if you need so.

The house is surrounded by a vegetable- and flower garden, there is a fish pond with a fountain.
For going places near the family's home there are  bicycles available.

Alimentos e Bebidas

You will be served three meals per day cooked by your hosts. Meals are mainly based on traditional Sri Lankan cuisine. This means rice, meat curries, fish curries, vegetable curries are on the daily menu. Vegetarian- or vegan dishes will be cooked if requested. The kitchen is yours anytime you want to prepare your own meals.
If you fancy  to have western food, you will find a variety of restaurants that serve these kind of meals in places at the coast, such as Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Galle ( not more than 30 to 40 minutes away by tuk tuk, car or public transport from where you live).

Acesso à Internet

Bom acesso no local do projecto

O que NÃO está incluído?

O que NÃO está incluído?

Recepção no aeroporto em Bandaranaike International Airport

Uma recolha no aeroporto também não está incluída nas taxas do programa.

Bilhetes de avião

O aeroporto mais próximo é Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) em Colombo. Ajudamo-lo a encontrar voos baratos para Sri Lanka. ENCONTRAR VOOS BARATOS

Seguro de viagem

Ir para o estrangeiro é uma aventura e é sempre melhor estar preparado. Doença ou lesão súbita, cancelamento ou roubo - um seguro de viagem para Sri Lanka proporciona segurança e é uma vantagem a ter. OBTENHA UMA COTAÇÃO

Vacinas

Se pretende ser voluntário em Sri Lanka deve procurar aconselhamento médico antes de iniciar a sua viagem social. Verifique as vacinas necessárias para Sri Lanka. VERIFICADOR DE VACINAS

Detalhes à chegada

 

Volunteers can join our program throughout the year. There is no specific arrival days and/or time slots. When there are school holidays in government schools it is even an advantage for our Akuratatha classes to be held, as it is easier for our students to attend our lessons, projects and programs.   

Disponibilidade
Jan Feb Março Abril Maio Jun Jul Ago Set Out Nov Dez

Preços do programa

4 semanas (estadia min.) 500€
5 semanas 625€
50 semanas (estadia máx.) 6.000€
Preços médios 122€/semana

Preços do programa

122€ por semana 4 - 50 semanas Idade 18 - 50+

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Duração

4 - 50 semanas

Depósito

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Pagamento final

O teu pagamento final será acordado com Akuratatha durante o processo de candidatura. As soluções comuns são ou através de transferência bancária ou pagamento em dinheiro no local do projecto.

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Akuratatha

Brilhante 4.7 rating (14 revisões)

Non-profit - fundada em 2004

Verificado por Volunteer World

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Hospedado por

sahan

Línguas faladas: Inglês

Sobre o projecto

To empower younger generation, we are running some extra English classes and soft skills development programs among school children.

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Who we are

Every child deserves a future. Akuratatha believes that only through education the future of our younger generation can be changed. Education is one of the most powerful weapons in fighting poverty. So, we teachers of government- schools in the area around Akuressa established this organization to fulfill these needs.

What we do

Sri Lanka’s education system is pretty impressive for a developing country of its size. Universal public education is available from the age of 6 to the age of 18. However, many government schools, particularly in rural areas like Akuressa, receive minimal government funding – especially considering the size of the communities they are expected to serve. The facilities at the schools are very basic, particularly the classrooms that get extremely cramped as average class sizes are around 40 to 60 children.

The ability to speak English is becoming of growing importance in Sri Lanka. The two main sources of income in Sri Lanka come from tourism and migrant workers going to the Middle East. Both occupations require the ability to speak English – the world’s global language. However, the level of English teaching in government schools is limited. Class sizes are large and the teachers’ English speaking skills are by no means perfect. It is only the middle and upper class children who can afford private English lessons. Therefore it is no surprise that children from most low-income families speak little or no English. Our aim is to give the poorer children of Akuressa, the same opportunities as their more wealthy peers so they too have the chance to develop their ability to speak English.

Our English Teaching Volunteer Programme in Sri Lanka enables you to teach English in two different types of placement: our own after-school education programme and at school as an assistant.

In our schools we work together with school Councillors. Children who need help, are used to seek help from school Councillors. School councilors have all details of children and they know what children need. Some students are poor, some don’t have father or mother. They live with grandfather or grandmother. to assist them we run a project called "God parents". In general we do not publish our students details but in case of need we are ready to hand on their details at any time. We are finding them a God mother or a God father for them.

As many parents of the students are farmers who do not have fix or regular income, they would need our help only in times of droughts and famines. Sometimes the breadwinner of a family is in hospital or at home without having any job. At that time children need our help, too.

Some children are very talented in some fields. They need support to develop their talents and become independent for their future lives.

to assist them we run a project called "assisting children to go to school".

Where we work

We do this project in a poor village called Akuressa near Mirissa, Weligama and Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa and Polhena beaches. Sinharaja rain-forest (World Heritage), elephant orphanage or the Ayurvedic snake doctor (who runs a snake conservation project) are not far away. We are living around paddy fields and tea factories. So, local people are farmers, tea pluckers and factory workers. Lots of them are Buddhists. Although Akuressa is close to tourist places you can still find innocent village family life. So we expect from volunteers to respect our cultural traditions

Akuressa town has all the amenities you require, such as banks, hospitals and shops, a central bus station, which has good links to all the major destinations you are likely to go to.

The beaches mentioned above have long been among the most popular ones of Sri Lanka’s beach spots. They have a lively and fun vibe – and are, without any doubt, backpacker towns. It is also your best choice for evening drinks and meals out during your time with us. Furthermore, the surfing in the Weligama region is quite well known and gets the best surf during its dry season, November to March.


Our Mission
combining hearts who want to get and give hands

Our Vision
Paving way for a better world

Who we are looking for
There are endless ways to make a big difference in a child’s life – and benefit from your help.

You can use this program as part of a university or collage placement.  It is certainly possible to use our programmes as part of your university or college placement. Project staff can sign off any paperwork required by your course. We started this service with the students of university of Internation Coöperation North South in Belgium. Every year they (University) send two or three students to fulfill their internship and thesis for a six month. So this is a perfect place for your internship or thesis, too.
Suitable For
Singles
Couples
Groups
No teaching experience is required to join this programme nevertheless it is an advantage to have some. You will always have a syllabus to follow and our local team will support you in planning your lessons. This is really something that anyone can get involved in. We expect our volunteers to spend an hour or two each day preparing the lessons of the following days.

14 revisões · rating4.7

This placement in a family home provides an amazing opportunity to experience the treasures of everyday life in Sri Lanka. The parents are both educators, and their son, age 5, speaks English. I went to a total of 5 schools with students of varying ages. They were all so motivated to learn, and ...
I've stayed one month with them & worked. This is a very good program to teach English for children in rural area. Highly recommended program if you are willing to educate children with language. & also through program like this they help to build the quality of children's life for the society. ..
An incredible 8 weeks I've had the most amazing 8 weeks in Sri Lanka with Akuratatha! I've met some incredible people, worked with some lovely kids and made the best memories! Mentors are amassing. I volunteered on the teaching project, working with children aged 11-18 and I love it. It was so much ...
Akurata Atha is excellent place to helping valuable children. Great service and helpful working environment.very good facilities around the community. Helpful teachers . Lovely country. We really support ...
It is a pleasure for me to work with them I could do some things for poor people around there kids are so lovely they are so supportive hope to go again. Local team is so ...
Excellent series teaching English for kids it’s great work for the children and the overall community and it also sets them up for real world situations and ...

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