English teaching and intercultural learning in Nakhon Ratchasima
Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand 6 projects of 2-3 wks from June to February
Volunteer project: Teaching English and sharing your culture with school children and the local community of Nakhon Ratchasima is the main aim of this project. For the past 10 years that the project has been running, volunteers have contributed to a positive change in the local community by helping many children and adults improve their English skills and open up to different cultures.
Learning English and developing the skills to communicate with people from other countries is considered a high priority in primary schools in Thailand. Exposure to different languages and cultures allows these students to build their self-confidence, overcome their barriers and get used to interacting with foreign people. The continuation of this project is essential for the students’ improvement and success.
Volunteers will work as English teachers in two primary schools. The local host may schedule Monday-Wednesday work in one school and Thursday and Friday work in the other school. They will prepare their lessons by themselves, with some advice from the local teachers at the school. Volunteers are welcome to take creative approach and use games, songs, storytelling, drawing, dancing to engage students. Activities should focus on communication, listening and speaking, and intercultural learning. You will meet a different class each day, so the activities you prepare can be used similarly in both schools and the different classes. Teaching certificate is not required but motivation, creativity and enthusiasm for teaching are important.
Leisure time: There are many beautiful tourist attractions in Nakhon Ratchasima province. Volunteers can visit Khao Yai National Park and Phimai Historical Park.
Khao Yai National Park is the first national park in Thailand, comprising mixed forest, rainforest and meadows. Sightseeing in Khao Yai is one of the best things to do in Nakhon Ratchasima. There are more than 3,000 kinds of flowers, 250 kinds of birds, and 67 kinds of mammals like elephants, tigers, gibbons, deer, and boars there. It is relatively easy to see number of interesting animals in the park.
Phimai Historical Park is one of the largest Khmer temples of Thailand, located in the town of Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima.
Language: English
Accommodation: The volunteers will stay in a house, open space, and will share one big room together. There is Wi-Fi in the house. The group will have breakfast and dinner in the house; lunch will be provided at the schools.
The first school is located 1.3 km from the accommodation, and you will be getting there walking, by bike or motorcycle. The other school is located 27 km from the accommodation, and you will be getting there by car.
Location: Dan Khun Tod District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Terminal: Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Don Mueang International Airport, Dan Khun Thot Bus Station
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 10,000 Thai Baht (about $300 US) for the 2-week projects; 20,000 Thai Baht (about $600 US) for the 3-week projects (July 7-26 and Aug. 11-30);
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.
All available dates for this project:
June 9 - June 21, 2025
July 7 - July 26, 2025
August 11 - August 30, 2025
November 17 - November 29, 2025
December 15 - December 27, 2025
February 16 - February 28, 2026
Teaching English to students in Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia September 4 - September 17, 2025
Volunteer project: The project is organized with one of the secondary schools in a suburb of Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. The country has a 12-year school system. Until 1990, students used to study Russian only as a second language, but since 1990 they have the chance to study other languages as well. However, the quality of English language teaching still needs improvement.
The volunteers' main task will be to teach English to the students. This could also be done through informal activities such as singing songs, playing games, etc. The group will also help with some renovation works in the school. We may also do some workshops with the children on environmental awareness and forest protection.
Study theme: English teaching methods from the volunteers' countries and the future of the volunteer movement in Mongolia.
Special requirements: Participants are expected to like working with kids and to be flexible and adaptable.
Language: English
Leisure time: Cultural exchange program, excursions, etc.
Accommodation: Youth hostel. Volunteers need to bring a sleeping bag.
Location: Ulaanbaatar. Half of the population of the country lives in the capital city.
Terminal: Ulaanbaatar, Chinggis Khaan International airport or International train station of Ulaanbaatar
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 250 USD
Pick up and drop off service is available upon request from/to the airport or the train station in Ulaanbaatar. Transportation to and from the project site on the first and last day is also provided.
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.
School renovation and teaching in Daman
Daman, Makwanpur, Nepal 8 projects of 2 wks from May to February
Volunteer project: We have been operating in Daman since 2012. Daman is quite isolated and most people are farmers, living a traditional life, as they have done for generations. However, times are changing and the community has a severe lack of funds to keep up with the rapid changes that Nepal is undergoing.
Knowledge of other cultures and the ability to speak English are vital skills for young Nepalese people. Many look forward to a future in the tourism business, and therefore the ability to communicate effectively with foreigners will increase their chances of having a better life once they leave the village.
We also believe that our volunteers benefit a lot from staying in Daman. Living in a completely different culture with local hosts and adjusting to their conditions is an unforgettable experience. Teaching locals to think in new and different ways is to their benefit, learning from their unique way of life is yours.
Our main aim is therefore to make life easier and more enjoyable particularly for the youth in Daman by giving them better prospects for the future through improving the facilities and the teaching at the local high school, where volunteers will mainly paint and decorate classrooms. Besides the educational and manual work in the school, the volunteers will also help with some construction and agriculture tasks in the community.
Language: English
Free time activities: Daman offers beautiful nature, inviting you to take a hike for some spectacular views. While trekking the Daman Hill (about 2500 m), you can see more than 10 peaks of the Himalayan range. Volunteers can go hiking to the local hilltop Patal or to Markhu to enjoy the Himalayan panorama. They can visit neighboring villages and temples, the historical Chitlang palace, or Chitwan national park (150 km from Palung).
Accommodation: In Daman, the volunteers have the unique opportunity to stay with a local family. This is great way to gain an insight into the Nepalese culture and enjoy the friendliness of the people here. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will have three traditional meals a day, mostly the Nepalese national dish Dhal Bhat and Tarkari. Showers with cold water are available. You can enjoy probably the finest view of the Himalayas extending on a good day from Dhaulagiri in the west to Mount Everest in the east.
Arrival and orientation: Volunteers are requested to arrive in Kathmandu one day before the project starts. Details about the local host, the project and the travel arrangements will be provided. Volunteers will travel together from Kathmandu to the project site in Daman by bus.
Location: Daman is a small village in the Thaha Municipality, Makwanpur District, Bagmati Province in central Nepal. It lies about 100 km southwest of Kathmandu, at an elevation of about 2,322 meters (7,620 feet) above sea level. Daman is renowned for its panoramic views of the Himalayan Mountain range, providing visitors with stunning vistas of peaks like Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, and others on clear days.
Age range: 18 and over
Extra fee: 275 Euro
Airport pick-up and transportation from Kathmandu to the project site by bus is included.
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.
All available dates for this project:
May 16 - May 30, 2025
June 16 - June 30, 2025
July 16 - July 30, 2025
August 16 - August 30, 2025
September 16 - September 30, 2025
December 1 - December 14, 2025
December 20, 2025 - January 3, 2026
February 16 - February 28, 2026
Support the educational programs of rural schools in Ecuador
Coast, Highlands and Amazon, Ecuador 5 - 10 months
Volunteer project: Volunteers are needed nationwide to teach English. Based on the volunteer’s skills and education, it is also possible to volunteer as teachers’ aid for subjects like Math, World History, Environment, Grammar, Science, etc. This project offers the opportunity for volunteers to assist students of Elementary Schools located in rural areas, where access to English teachers is limited.
The volunteer work consists in teaching basic English and Environmental lessons in rural schools with no resources, from the Coast, Highlands and Amazon. To those who have good level of Spanish, we offer to assist the children who have learning problems helping them in reading, writing, grammar, mathematics in the afternoons after school (mainly in the schools from the Coast). The schools do not have didactic materials for English lessons; volunteers are responsible to prepare these materials for the benefit of the schools, to prepare exams and evaluations, as well as, for each grade, a report about the students' achievements and goals must be given to the Principals of the schools.
Special requirements: Basic knowledge of Spanish is required.
Language: English / Spanish
Duration of the project: Minimum time for volunteering is 5 months, up to 10 months. Volunteers can apply for the following periods:
In the Highlands and the Amazon: from September to the end of June;
In the Coastal region: from May to the end of January.
Accommodation: Volunteers will be placed in host families.
Location: The placements are in the Highlands (Quito and Cayambe in Pichincha Province; Riobamba in Chimborazo Province), the Coast (Esmeraldas in Esmeraldas Province; Chugchilan and Palo Quemado in Cotopaxi Province) and the Amazon (near Tena in Napo Province).
Age range: 18 and over
Participation fee: $690
Extra fee: $400 US for 4 weeks
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.
Education and therapy for special needs children in Quito
Quito, Ecuador 3 - 12 months
Volunteer project: Within this program, international volunteers will support children with disabilities. The school offers programs for children to prepare them for their future and to teach them how to become independent individuals. The aim of the project is to provide education to children with motor disabilities and to facilitate the acquisition of skills and their integration into society. Volunteers interested in this project will need to stay a minimum of 3 months, in order to follow up with the children’s progress.
The volunteers will assist the teachers in providing physical therapy, language therapy, counselling, pre-employment training, sports and recreation to the children. Volunteers will be taking care of the children, playing and teaching them new games. The volunteers will also help the children during lunch time, helping them to learn how to eat by themselves.
Special requirements: Basic knowledge of Spanish is required.
Language: English / Spanish
Duration of the project: Minimum time for volunteering is 12 weeks, up to 12 months.
Accommodation: Accommodation is provided in local host families.
Location: Quito is the capital city of Ecuador. It is a developing city with more than 2.5 million people. It is located in a valley surrounded by mountains at 2850 meters above sea level.
Quito is a city rich in history and culture. It has the largest and best preserved historic center in Latin America. The monument of the Middle of the World is located in Quito, as well as many other tourist and gastronomic attractions.
Age range: 18 and over
Participation fee: $690
Extra fee: $400 US for 4 weeks
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.
Teaching English in schools in Nepal
Nepal 2 - 5 months
Volunteer project: The volunteers will be teaching basic English in schools in different regions of Nepal: Kathmandu valley, Kaski (Pokhara), Tanhun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur, Nawalparasi district. One or two volunteers can be placed in a school at a time. Saturday is holiday and Friday is half holiday in Nepal. Nepalese schools start at 10:00 am and close at 4:00 pm. The volunteers will be teaching 3 to 5 classes a day. Each class is 45 minutes long.
The volunteers will get an opportunity to participate in a 3 days orientation seminar at our training center in Kathmandu. The seminar aims to provide volunteers with basic knowledge about the education system of Nepal, detailed information about the project school, Do and Don’t issues, Nepali language, culture, dress, food, etc. The orientation seminar will start on the first Monday of each month.
Special requirements: Relevant qualifications and skills are appreciated. Positive attitude, respect and an open mind are obviously very important, as well as an interest in discovering the Nepali culture.
Language: English
Duration of the project: 2-5 months. The volunteer placements start on the first Monday of each month.
Orientation: Volunteers attend a 3-day orientation seminar at a training center in Kathmandu before the start of the project. The seminar aims to provide basic knowledge about the Nepalese education system, culture, dress code, food, as well as detailed information about the project, the school, Nepali language classes, etc. The orientation seminar starts on the first Monday of the month. During the orientation, accommodation is provided in a dormitory in Kathmandu. Also, a full day culture and heritage tour in Kathmandu is included, to visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Accommodation: You will live with a Nepali family close to the school, and experience their hospitality, friendliness and immerse yourself in their unique lifestyle. You’ll be welcomed as a member of the family and of the local community. At least one member of the family will speak English. Nepali houses are simple, with basic facilities. Most families do not have hot showers, but most of them have western style toilets. Just don’t expect to find the same facilities as in your home country. You’ll get your own room and the family will respect your privacy. You will be served food twice a day: breakfast around 9-10 am and diner around 7-8 pm. You’ll soon realize that tea is the most popular beverage in Nepal: whenever you visit a family you’ll be offered a cup.
Location: In or around the Kathmandu valley, Kaski (Pokhara), Tanhun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur, Nawalparasi district of Nepal
Age range: 18 and over
Participation fee: $690
Extra fee: 450 Euro for the first month + 200 Euro for every next month
Airport pick up and drop off, 3-day orientation in Kathmandu, and transportation from Kathmandu to the project site and back are included.
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.
Arts and crafts education for children
Nepal 2 - 5 months
Volunteer project: The volunteers will teach arts and crafts to children between 6 and 15 years of age. The program is conducted in community schools in or around the Kathmandu valley, Pokhara, Tanahun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur or Nawalparasi district. The schools are always in need of more teachers and it will also be possible to teach other subjects such as English, Mathematics and Science. One volunteer can be placed in a school at a time.
In Nepal, the school day starts at 10:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm. You’ll have 3 to 5 classes a day, each class lasting 45 minutes. Saturday is a holiday and Friday is a half-holiday. When not in school, you will share your everyday life with your host family.
Special requirements: Formal teaching experience is not required, but any relevant skills and qualifications are appreciated. Strong motivation and interest in Nepalese culture are expected.
Language: English
Duration of the project: 2-5 months. The volunteer placements start on the first Monday of the month.
Orientation: Volunteers attend a 3-day orientation seminar at a training center in Kathmandu before the start of the project. The seminar aims to provide basic knowledge about the Nepalese education system, culture, dress code, food, and detailed information about the project, the school, Nepali language, etc. The orientation seminar starts on the first Monday of the month. During the orientation, accommodation is provided in a dormitory in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: You will stay with a Nepali family close to the school and you'll be able to experience their hospitality, friendliness and unique way of life. You will be welcomed as a member of the family and the local community. At least one member of the family will be able to speak English. Nepali houses are simple, with basic facilities. Most families do not have hot shower, but most of them have bathroom and toilet. You’ll get your own single room and the family will respect your privacy. Please bring your sleeping bag. In the countryside, many Nepalis grow their own vegetables and have buffaloes, goats and chickens. You will typically be served food twice a day: a heavy breakfast around 9 am and dinner around 7 pm.
Location: Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, Tanahun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur or Nawalparasi district. You can stay in secluded villages where people live in very traditional ways. This is a great opportunity to explore the real rural Nepal. You can also opt for a more urban and modern Nepal experience in the bustling and fast-growing cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Age range: 18 and over
Participation fee: $690
Extra fee: 450 Euro for the first month + 200 Euro for every next month
Airport pick up and drop off, 3-day orientation in Kathmandu, and transportation from Kathmandu to the project site and back are included.
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.
Teaching computer science in schools in Nepal
Nepal 2 - 5 months
Volunteer project: The volunteers will be teaching Computer Science in schools in different regions of Nepal: Kathmandu valley, Kaski (Pokhara), Tanhun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur, Nawalparasi district. One volunteer can be placed in a school at a time. Saturday is holiday and Friday is half holiday in Nepal. Nepalese schools start at 10:00 am and close at 4:00 pm. The volunteers will be teaching 3 to 5 classes a day. Each class is 45 minutes long.
The volunteers will get an opportunity to participate in a 3 days orientation seminar at our training center in Kathmandu. The seminar aims to provide volunteers with basic knowledge about the education system of Nepal, detailed information about the project school, Do and Don’t issues, Nepali language, culture, dress, food, etc. The orientation seminar will start on the first Monday of each month.
Special requirements: Good knowledge in computers, relevant training and skills are appreciated. Good motivation, flexibility and cooperative spirit are expected.
Language: English
Duration of the project: 2-5 months. The volunteer placements start on the first Monday of each month.
Accommodation: Most of the long term volunteers will stay with Nepali families near to the school. Staying with a Nepali family is very interesting - you will be welcomed as a member of the family and as a member of the local community as well. Nepali houses are simple, using very basic facilities. Most families do not have a hot shower, but most of them have bathroom and toilet. Please, do not expect facilities like in your country! However, volunteers will get their own single room and enough Nepali food Dalbhat. There is a two time food system in Nepal: heavy breakfast around 9am and dinner around 7pm. Tea is very common - when you visit a family, they will welcome you by serving tea!
Location: In or around the Kathmandu valley, Kaski (Pokhara), Tanhun, Lamjung, Chitwan, Makwanpur, Nawalparasi district of Nepal
Age range: 18 and over
Participation fee: $690
Extra fee: 450 Euro for the first month + 200 Euro for every next month
Airport pick up and drop off, 3-day orientation in Kathmandu, and transportation from Kathmandu to the project site and back are included.
The extra fee is intended to support the local host of the project who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival.