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You will have so much joy and laughter working with the adorable Maldivian children and you can really inspire them to do well!

Teaching Assistants


Preschool Assistants and Mainstream school Teaching assistants

For non-qualified, enthusiastic volunteers who would love to help out in the classroom – we have positions available both in the mainstream schools, working beside the qualified teachers. Alternatively, all islands also have pre-schools for kids aged 2 – 6 years – where volunteer assistance is also very much required!

We request all volunteers for these positions be fluent in spoken and written English.
The focus in the pre-school and nursery classes will be very much centred around fun, educational activities, as well as learning new crafts to enhance motor skills, art, and music.

For Teaching Assistant positions in the mainstream school – this will be invaluable experience for those who perhaps are considering teaching as a career. You will be working beside qualified teachers with experience, and injecting your own personality and creative ideas into the classroom.

A TEFL qualification will also assist you greatly in these roles – whilst not a necessity, it will give you many ideas for creative and innovative learning techniques, and you’ll feel more comfortable in the classroom!

Duration

Mininum 4 weeks - year round

Start Dates

01/01/2011 - year round

The academic year is January - November.
We will not be able to offer teaching posts in November and December, however volunteers can get involved in creative, fun extra curriculum activities with the children during their holidays

Costs / Benefits

950USD for 4 weeks, with each additional 4 weeks costing 700USD.

Costs include: Accommodation, food, visa and inter island transport from the airport to the island

Long stay discounts
Early Bird Discounts
Couples/Friends Discounts
Group Discounts

Requirements

We are looking for volunteers who really want to experience something different, become part of a community and learn a new culture.
Friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic and eager to make a difference are all the qualities you need!