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  • Quality Education

Pre and Primary School Assistant

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4 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
Verified

Highlights

  • Provide teaching support to children and teach English languages skills
  • Experience the culture through eyes of the children and the community you are helping
  • Inter-cultural exchange which benefits both - locals and international volunteers

Highlights

  • Provide teaching support to children and teach English languages skills
  • Experience the culture through eyes of the children and the community you are helping
  • Inter-cultural exchange which benefits both - locals and international volunteers
  • Support the need of the kids
  • Visit Zanzibar as a pefect island with white-sand beaches, touch sky blue waters on this island
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Assist the teachers and help kids in a nice beach town community to gain more language skills. Bring your own ideas and immerse yourself in the Tanzanian culture.

    Volunteers play an integral role in achieving the goals of this project. Speaking English are getting more and more important due to rising tourist numbers especially on the island.

    Your job is going to be as a consultant for the English teachers in the schools: You are going to support them in ...

    About the program

    Volunteers play an integral role in achieving the goals of this project. Speaking English are getting more and more important due to rising tourist numbers especially on the island.

    Your job is going to be as a consultant for the English teachers in the schools: You are going to support them in their subject and if you are very confident with the language and you show dedication, you can also support other teachers in several different subjects. Create small exercises for your students, make them smile while they are learning and think of appreciation in the children’s eyes.
    You will assist a local teacher at the class or can also create your own lessons if you feel able to do it. Volunteers are needed from around the world. As long as you have a good English level, we are very happy to get your support for the kids!

    Project Holidays - option to make some trips or help in another program, if available:

    • 16th March - 27th March 2026
    • 25th May - 29th May 2026
    • 29th June - 03rd Juli 2026 
    • 30th November - 06th January 2027

    Typical day

    Every day is special. By working with kids every day is special and different. We would like to help you to get an overview about a typical volunteer day:

    • 7:30/8:00: typical breakfast with the other volunteers
    • taking a bus to go to the project
    • 9:00: starting with your volunteering tasks
    • 12.30 pm: ending ...

    Typical day

    Every day is special. By working with kids every day is special and different. We would like to help you to get an overview about a typical volunteer day:

    • 7:30/8:00: typical breakfast with the other volunteers
    • taking a bus to go to the project
    • 9:00: starting with your volunteering tasks
    • 12.30 pm: ending volunteering or 3pm (just older kids)
    afternoon: hanging out with other volunteers, doing activities such as sightseeing, shopping, safari, exploring the island and water sports like surfing and many else!

    Holidays:

    From mid-December to mid-January, schools in Tanzania are closed and our program is also on vacation.

    Free-time activities

    Besides your time on the project you are able to spend your free-time. You can enjoy activitites like swimming, diving, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach etc. Zanzibar offers many opportunities for surfing, especially for kite-surfing.

    At the beach there are many spots for tours on a ...

    Free-time activities

    Besides your time on the project you are able to spend your free-time. You can enjoy activitites like swimming, diving, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach etc. Zanzibar offers many opportunities for surfing, especially for kite-surfing.

    At the beach there are many spots for tours on a boat (for example delphin tours) but also spots for exploring the island by itself.

    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 (fluently)

    Education Requirements

    at High School level level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 07:30 - 13:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Airport Pick-up
    • Local support
    • 12/7 Emergency number
    • Accommodation in a volunteer houser
    • 1 tipical meals a day from Monday to Friday

    Airport Pickup at Zanzibar International Airport

    We can organize the pick-up and our team member will pick you up at Zanzibar International Airport.

    Accommodation

    You will stay at our volunteer houses with other volunteers together. An English speaking contact person is reachable on site. You will receive beakfast from Monday – Friday. The accomodation is located around 600 meters from the beach. Together with the contact person you planning you personal program. You could also join other programs on more remote places which are thankful about your support. By using public transport you could easily explore the island. Our contact persons will help you with the coordination.

    Food & Beverages

    Breakfast and typical lunch are included from Monday till Friday.

    Internet Access

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

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar. We assist you to find cheap flights to Tanzania. 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 Tanzania provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

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

    Details on arrival

    You can start the project very flexible, each Monday. Arriving day is Monday or Tuesday or on an individual day in arrangement. You will get an pick-up at the airport in Zanzibar. It takes 1 1/2 hour to get to the accommodation from the airport.

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $228 per week 4 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 24 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
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    Location

    Africa > Eastern Africa > Tanzania > Nungwi, Zanzibar

    Meet your project coordinator

    Angela
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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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