Login

Select travel dates to see prices

Excellent 4.86rating (62)
  • Good Health And Well-Being

Kindergarten Support

location
6 - 36 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
Verified

Highlights

  • Live and volunteer in a beautiful Greek Island, the birthplace of Homer!
  • Assist local educational institutions and bring smiles to the locals!
  • Get the chance to explore unique medieval villages and visit crystal water beaches on your free time!

Highlights

  • Live and volunteer in a beautiful Greek Island, the birthplace of Homer!
  • Assist local educational institutions and bring smiles to the locals!
  • Get the chance to explore unique medieval villages and visit crystal water beaches on your free time!
  • Receive a Certificate of participation upon successfully completing your program!
  • Experience the Greek Culture of an Island of the Aegean Sea!
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles

    About the program

    This community-based project covers a wide variety of tasks focusing on issues the local Public educational institutions struggle with in different areas of Chios Island.

    Help the usually understaffed local educational institutions and provide to the local children the opportunity for a better and safer school environment as well as the chance to meet new cultures!


    On the Kindergarten Support project volunteers are placed in Kindergartens and Nursery Schools ...

    About the program

    Help the usually understaffed local educational institutions and provide to the local children the opportunity for a better and safer school environment as well as the chance to meet new cultures!


    On the Kindergarten Support project volunteers are placed in Kindergartens and Nursery Schools throughout Chios Island. You can expect to assist the local teachers and staff with their daily routine and care for children who range in age from 3 to 6 years. The aim of this project is to help stimulate an interest in learning among the students and to support the teachers when needed. This placement is ideal for volunteers that like to work in a structured environment.

    Volunteer tasks may include assisting local teachers during their lessons, helping the local teachers and staff with arts and crafts, mealtimes, cleaning, administration work, classroom preparation and re-arrangements as well as playing with the children and making sure they are safe during break time. 

    Volunteers are always encouraged to bring a part of their culture to the daily lives of the children by playing games from their country with them during school breaks! 

    Volunteers need to take initiative, improvise and be flexible and willing to get involved in a variety of different tasks as needed.
    The “Kindergarten Support in Greece” program is addressed only to female applicants.
    Please keep in mind that applicants must hold:
    • a valid VISA or European citizenship in order to apply for this program as we are not able to send an invitation for a VISA application.
    • It may be required by some educational institutions to have a vaccination certificate against Covid-19.

    As volunteers work with the support of our local team and placement staff, you do not need to be a qualified or experienced Kindergarten teacher to participate, but you are required to have previous experience with caring for children. 
    You should keep in mind that the volunteers’ role is to assist the local teachers and placement staff. Volunteers will be expected to participate in the daily routine as needed and due to language barriers, volunteers may have a supporting and observatory role during some activities.

    School Holidays (Unavailable dates) 2026 - 2027
    05 April 2026 to 18 April 2026
    20 June 2026 to 12 September 2026
    24 December 2026 to 10 January 2027

    Typical day

    Volunteers participating in this project will work alone or in groups and their tasks will be taking place in an outdoor or indoor environment depending of the time of the year as well as the needs of the local community. Volunteers’ tasks on this project can also be different activities in ...

    Typical day

    Volunteers participating in this project will work alone or in groups and their tasks will be taking place in an outdoor or indoor environment depending of the time of the year as well as the needs of the local community. Volunteers’ tasks on this project can also be different activities in kindergartens, like doing arts, handicrafts, cleaning and painting different areas, classroom preparation and rearrangement, doing graffiti or carrying out general maintenance work in schools.
    Volunteers will have a morning or afternoon shift and will work for approximately 3 to 6 hours per day.

    A typical morning working schedule is as follows:
    • 8.00 AM  Arrival at the placement, join local staff and begin work on the project.
      Please note that start times and daily workload depends on the project placement.
    • 1.30 PM  Work at the placement usually ends and the volunteer will be free to get lunch and plan for the following day’s activities or use the free time as he/she wishes. This could include sightseeing, entertainment or some shopping.

    Our Organization holds accreditations certifying its ability to realize high quality volunteering projects. As such we must follow the guidelines for the proper functioning of the program, as all programs that aim to do professional work and offer the best experience to their volunteers.

    Since the volunteers are role models and their coexistence with the local community is essential for a healthy environment of cooperation and enjoying the experience, volunteers must be aware of and adhere to the following rules.

    • Respect the work schedule
    • Do not come to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs or do so during work hours
    • Respect the silent hours of the accommodation
    • Respect the staff and the other volunteers
    • Sexual harassment is totally prohibited
    • Use or possession of any kind of drugs is considered illegal and considered as a criminal action in Greece.
    • Wear conservative clothing that covers the shoulders and knees while at your volunteer placement. Clothing while at your placement should not be overly tight or show excessive skin.
    • If any, cover sufficiently all tattoos while at your placement with clothing.
    • It is forbidden to bear any attire or symbol corresponding to religion, drugs, sexuality, terrorism and politics or to broach or promote in any way the aforementioned subjects, during your placement.

    Free-time activities

    There is no limit to the number of great things to see and do in Chios and wider Greece! 
    The country is overflowing with history, culture, cuisine and natural beauty! 
    Volunteers can fill their free time in Chios Island visiting the many historical sites, beautiful beaches, dining on incredible ...

    Free-time activities

    There is no limit to the number of great things to see and do in Chios and wider Greece! 
    The country is overflowing with history, culture, cuisine and natural beauty! 
    Volunteers can fill their free time in Chios Island visiting the many historical sites, beautiful beaches, dining on incredible food providers, or even, as volunteers have the weekends free, taking a day trip to Turkey. 
    Volunteers can discover the ancient and unique medieval villages such as Anavatos, Mesta and Pyrgi as well as many monasteries, museums and archeological sites throughout the island. Nature enthusiasts can also enjoy the many hikes, diverse flora and fauna and the amazing coastline that the island has to offer.

    Volunteers staying for longer durations, or who wish to travel before or after their program, can visit areas further out in Greece including Athens, the many Greek Islands Oinousses, Psara, Lesvos, Samos, Ikaria and so much more! 
    For volunteers who wish to make travel arrangements once in Chios, our local team is always happy to provide advice and guidance.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    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.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (intermediate level) or Greek (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    Working with children at College student level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV, Photo and Questionnaire

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    Experience on working with children

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    The program fees are for:

    • Accommodation
    • Airport transfer to the accommodation
    • Administration fees
    • 24h support
    • Orientation

    Airport Pickup at Chios Airport

    We provide pickup service anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM on Sunday.

    Arriving by Flight
    Volunteers will be met at the Chios Island National Airport (JKH) by a member of our team and will be taken to the volunteer accommodation. Our staff member will be standing in the arrivals area with a “MOBILITY VOLUNTEERING” sign. Depending on the designated accommodation the ride will usually take less than 30 minutes.
    It's important to note that pick up is only provided for flights arriving between 8am and 9pm. If the flight arrives outside of this timeframe, volunteers can wait until a suitable hour for the local team to collect them.
    Accommodation is provided from Sunday through to (and including) the Friday night of their final week.

    Arriving Overland
    If the volunteers are planning to arrive via ferry from elsewhere in Greece, then a pickup in Chios city port can be arranged. It's important to note that pick up in Chios city can only be provided between 8am and 9pm. If the ferry arrives outside of this timeframe, volunteers can wait until a suitable hour for the local team to collect them.
    Once they are sure of their travel plans, they will need to contact the Local Pick-Up Coordinator. We will assist them with arranging a suitable time and place to meet in Chios City or provide instructions on how to make their own way to the accommodation.

    Please keep in mind that volunteers need to bugdet and arrange on their own their transfer from the accommodation to the Airport at departure.

    Accommodation

    Volunteers are hosted in our volunteer accommodations which are dormitory-style and can accommodate up to 10-15 guests each.
    Volunteers can expect to share a room with up to 4 other volunteers of the same gender.
    The volunteers accommodations are situated within walking distance from Supermarkets, Grocery Stores, pharmacies as well as bakeries, bars and restaurants.
    Each accommodation has shared western bathrooms with shower. Wi-Fi is also available for free at the volunteer accommodation. 
    It is the responsibility of the volunteer to ensure their room is kept tidy during their time on the program. During the hot summer months, please note that only light bedding is provided in the form of a bottom and light top sheet. Towels are not provided so volunteers do need to bring their own towels. 
    Volunteers are also responsible for cleaning their accommodation, also the dishware, glassware, cutlery and cooking utensils that they use.
    Volunteers are responsible for organizing their own meals since the accommodation is in walking distance they can find grocery stores, supermarkets, bakeries, restaurants, cafeterias and mini markets. It is also possible to order delivery. For the volunteers to prepare a meal, the accommodation is equipped with basic kitchen utensils and cutlery as well as fridge, electric plate, microwave oven and kettle.
    One important thing to note is that tap water is not potable in Chios Island including at the accommodations, therefore volunteers need to budget for and make their own arrangements to buy bottled water from a nearby store or supermarket of their choice.
    Volunteers need to also take into account and budget for their transportation during their program including travelling from and to the placement as well as their transfer from the accommodation to the Airport at departure.  
    Lastly for security reasons upon arrival at the accommodation all volunteers are obligated to pay a 50$ (or 50€) bond which will be returned upon checkout provided no loss or damage has been incurred to the accommodation or to the property of the Organisation.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
    You don't have to pay anything yet

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Chios Airport (JKH) in Chios. We assist you to find cheap flights to Greece. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Greece provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Greece you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Greece. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Volunteers arrive on Chios Island on Sundays and depart on Saturdays.
    Orientation takes place on the first Monday of their program.
    The program start date of the volunteer has to be at least 2 weeks after the acceptance of our offer.
    We provide airport pickup from Chios airport (JKH).
    After you apply for our program we will get in touch with you, providing more information regarding your arrival.
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $306 per week 6 - 36 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    6 - 36 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
    4.9
    Top Pick
    One of the top picks on Volunteer World, according to travelers
    •
    2022
    When I first read about TES-Experimental there were a few things that made them stand out from the others. First it was the idea of the ...
    Belén Palazuelos Torre

    Kindergarten Support

    Location

    Europe > Southern Europe > Greece > Vrontados

    Meet your project coordinator

    Markos
    62
    reviews
    4.86
    Excellent
    1998
    Founded

    Verified

      Very high response rate
    Travel safely by using Volunteer World for your communication and bookings. This way, you can benefit from the Flex Option, Refund Guarantee, and Resolution Support.

    You might also be interested in

    Volunteer Abroad  >  Community  >  Childcare in Greece
    Contact Markos
      Very high response rate

    Most volunteers ask about

    Do you have any more questions? Send a message to Markos
    Please don't share personal contact details for your privacy

    Travel dates

    1. - 1. Jan 1

    Book with Flex Option!

    Choose new departure dates or change to a different volunteer program at no extra costs within 12 months.

    Complete Support for Every Volunteer

    This helps us run our platform and offer essential services like Comprehensive Support, Refund Guarantee, Flex Option without rebooking costs, and Price-Guarantee. This includes VAT.

    Price details