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  • Quality Education

Local Primary School Teacher

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4 - 8 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Assist the main teacher with delivering engaging and impactful lessons, making a significant difference in students' educational journeys.
  • Provide one-on-one support to students who need extra help, ensuring no child is left behind.
  • Monitor students during free time, such as lunch breaks, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Highlights

  • Assist the main teacher with delivering engaging and impactful lessons, making a significant difference in students' educational journeys.
  • Provide one-on-one support to students who need extra help, ensuring no child is left behind.
  • Monitor students during free time, such as lunch breaks, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Experience the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of Vic Falls, Zimbabwe, while making a real difference in the lives of young children.
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    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
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    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Volunteer at a Primary School in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, working with children between the ages of 6 - 13 years of age.

    About the Program

    The lack of adequate schooling facilities is a huge problem in Victoria Falls, especially at primary school level (ages 6 - 13). With an ever-growing population and high number of children making up this population, primary schools are often over-crowded, understaffed and lack the ...

    About the program

    About the Program

    The lack of adequate schooling facilities is a huge problem in Victoria Falls, especially at primary school level (ages 6 - 13). With an ever-growing population and high number of children making up this population, primary schools are often over-crowded, understaffed and lack the necessary infrastructure and resources to provide a solid and well-rounded education service.

    School classrooms often see a teacher to student ratio of 1:45 (1 teacher for every class of 45 students). As a direct result of this, schools focus almost 100% on the academic side of things. Having volunteers at these schools enables them to offer additional activities such as sport, art and music. Students who are struggling in class can then also get the individual attention that they require. 

      

    Typical day

    Volunteer Duties:

    • Assist main teacher with classroom lessons
    • One-on-One sessions with students who are struggling with certain subjects/lessons
    • Admin duties
    • Coordinate extra-mural activities such as sport, music and art
    • Assist with school events and fundraising initiatives
    • Monitor students during ...

    Typical day

    Volunteer Duties:

    • Assist main teacher with classroom lessons
    • One-on-One sessions with students who are struggling with certain subjects/lessons
    • Admin duties
    • Coordinate extra-mural activities such as sport, music and art
    • Assist with school events and fundraising initiatives
    • Monitor students during free time (lunch breaks)

     

    Working Hours:

    08:00 – 14:00 (Monday – Friday)

    *Transport to/from the school is included

    Free-time activities

    Victoria Falls is best known for being one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World – this enormous mass of water, constantly flowing and falling over 110m (twice the height of North America’s Niagara falls), has attracted millions of travellers since its discovery in 1855. These falls, located on ...

    Free-time activities

    Victoria Falls is best known for being one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World – this enormous mass of water, constantly flowing and falling over 110m (twice the height of North America’s Niagara falls), has attracted millions of travellers since its discovery in 1855. These falls, located on the border between Zambia to the north and Zimbabwe to the south, are known to locals as Mosi-oa-Tunya (“The Smoke That Thunders”) - they have since given rise to Victoria Falls town (Zimbabwe). With a population of approx. 36 000, the town’s economy is heavily dependent on the tourism industry.

    There are an incredible number of activities for visitors to do during their leisure time, including:

    • Zambezi River Sunset Cruise – US$55.00
    • Victoria Falls Unguided Tour – US$30.00 (additional US$20.00 for guide)
    • Elephant Encounter (no rides) – US$75.00
    • Zip-Line Canopy Tour – US$53.00
    • Bungee jump – US$160.00
    • Vic Falls Gorge Swing – US$95.00
    • Abseiling – US$65.00
    • Boma Dinner with African dance show – US$65.00
    • Devils Pool swim – US$140.00
    • Helicopter flight over falls – US$150.00
    • Zambezi Canoe tour – US$150.00
    • White-water rafting – US$120.00

    * Please note national park fees may apply – please confirm final price at time of booking

    * All prices include transport to/from volunteer house   

    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 (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    at High School level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV and Non-Criminal Record Certificate

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    Enjoy working with children. A basic understanding of local primary schools and the challenges faced within the educational system in Zimbabwe.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 14:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    Cost includes the following:

    • All meals i.e breakfast, lunch and dinner, on weekdays (Mon - Fri).
    • Accommodation at our Volunteer House
    • Project based transport
    • Arrival and Return airport transfer
    • Orientation upon arrival
    • 24/7 emergency in country staff support
    • Internet access

     

    Cost excludes the following:

    • Flights
    • Laundry services charged at USD$5.00 per bag upon request
    • Bottled water & Weekend Meals
    • Leisure activities which can be arranged separately
    • Medical or Health insurance cover 

    *Volunteers are required to get a 30-day Double-Entry Business Visa Stamp upon arrival at VFA airport (approx. cost USD45) - please consult your local authorities to ensure you have current/updated visa info. 

    *Volunteers wishing to volunteer in Vic Falls for more than 30 days are required to apply for a Temporary Work Permit, at a cost of approx. USD500. We advise volunteers to only go for this option, for stays of 90 days or longer (not cost-effective otherwise).

    Please note that once you have paid the balance of your program fee (typically 1 month prior to your arrival), cancellations will result in a 50% cancellation fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellation within 7 days of your arrival. No refunds will be issued for early departures - a credit voucher will be issued to you, and you can then return to complete your program at a future date.

    Airport Pickup at Victoria Falls Airport

    Your airport transfers (arrival and departure), to and from Victoria Falls International Airport, are included in the package. One of our team members will be at the airport to meet you and he/she will be holding a board with your name on it - please look out for us. The airport is relatively small so it won't be hard to find each other.


    Free Airport Wi-Fi is available. 

    Accommodation

    All our volunteers will be accommodated at our volunteer house in Victoria Falls Town. The house can accommodate 20 volunteers and has the following features:

    • Located approx. 3.5kms from main town centre – 20 - 25mins walk.
    • 4 bedrooms available (one large with 4 bunk beds plus en-suite bathroom, perfect for a small group)
    • 2 full bathrooms (1 with bath tub; en-suite with shower) plus additional single toilet
    • Air-conditioning in all bedrooms
    • Large open-plan lounge and dining area (with cable tv)
    • Kitchen with stove, microwave, fridge, etc.
    • Wi-Fi available but capped at 35GB per month so only for social media, emails, etc.
    • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided daily
    • Very safe and quiet neighbourhood
    • 7-eleven convenience store approx. 5mins walk
    • Transport to/from projects included
    • Laundry service is provided at the volunteer house and charged at 5USD per bag

    Food & Beverages

    3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) per day, on weekdays (Mon - Fri), are included in the package.


    Breakfast: Cereal, bread/toast, butter, jams, peanut butter, tea/coffee, fruit, etc. 

    Lunch: Cooked meal at the volunteer house or packed sandwiches to eat at your project (dependent on working hours)

    Dinner: Cooked meal at the volunteer house. 

    *Fruit basket is always available at the volunteer house 

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Victoria Falls Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls. We assist you to find cheap flights to Zimbabwe. 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 Zimbabwe provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

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

    Details on arrival

    The Victoria Falls Primary School Volunteer Program runs according to the Zimbabwe School Timetable. 

    Volunteers are requested to arrive at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) on any Sunday during this period, as orientation days are held on Mondays. 



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    Program Fees

    $212 per week 4 - 8 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 8 weeks

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    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.

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    Location

    Africa > Eastern Africa > Zimbabwe > Victoria Falls

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