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Teaching in Goa

The majority of children in India suffer from a poor educational system that does not allow them access to quality learning. In an effort to increase the students’ ability to work towards a more promising future, the school focuses on computer education, learning English, and helping the students develop a more professional skill set. Teaching Volunteers

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteers will assist with teaching English, math and organizing recreational activities. Teaching workbooks are provided to all volunteers to guide them through the curriculum and aid in teaching the material. Volunteers will also tutor children who have fallen behind because of their more limited learning capacity or were former drop-outs. Volunteers will help teachers create a fun and playful environment at a very low cost. It is also important for volunteers to teach proper hygiene and health education.

Location

This project is located in the state of Goa, on the western coast of India, which is the country’s most well-known beach destination. Its unique music, food and climate distinguish this region from all of India.

Orientation

Volunteers will be picked up from the airport in Mumbai and stay the first night in a hotel arranged by CCI. Participants will then head to a smaller town nearby to participate in a two day adventure program that includes trekking and overnight in a local Indian village as well as a two day yoga course at a local Ashram. From there, volunteers will head by train to Goa and begin there four day orientation to learn about cultural differences, health and safety, local customs and language, as well as any additional information you will need to know for your project.

Older Volunteer with Students

Accommodations and Meals

Volunteers will stay at a “base-camp” located on Colva beach in Goa. With fifteen miles of white sand, the beach will become a comfortable home for you during the program. All meals are included at the “base-camps” and are prepared by project staff. There will be many vegetarian options available, and meat is generally prepared 2-3 times per week.

Additional Activities*

Weekend Excursions
English Translator Nearby

*All transportation to/from the excursions are included.

Requirements

There is no language requirement for this project. Experience working with children or in teaching is helpful but not necessary. Volunteer with Group of Students