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Volunteer Teaching in Cambodia

Teach English to children from underprivileged areas in Cambodia

Destination

Cambodia

Age

16+ y/o

Minimum Stay

2 weeks

Start Date

Anytime

Accommodation

Apartment

What’s Included

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Accommodation & Amenities

Clean, safe, and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.

Activities, Training & Equipment

All programme activities and equipment, including training and workshops from experienced professionals.

Certification

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Trip Overview

Empower Cambodian children

Improve English literacy in kindergartens and primary schools, working with children from marginalised backgrounds in Phnom Penh.

Gain practical teaching skills

Develop your practical teaching skills by leading lessons, creating engaging activities, and providing individual support.

Enjoy Cambodian culture

Live in a shared house with other travellers, building unbreakable bonds and exploring the local culture and cuisine on your doorstep.

Discover Southeast Asia

Explore the beauty of Cambodia. Visit ancient temples like Angkor Wat, explore bustling markets, and relax on beautiful beaches.

Leap out of your comfort zone

Challenge yourself and grow in confidence as you travel the world, gaining real teaching skills while having a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

What you need to know

Overview

If you enjoy working with children and teaching, then our Teaching Project in Cambodia is for you! No previous teaching experience is necessary, but you need to have the desire to share your knowledge with these children.

Pursuing a career in teaching? Contribute to the practical side of your studies by working in a classroom on a daily basis. Get to know the children and implement your training in the lessons you teach. Add this teaching work experience in Cambodia to your CV for an extra edge.

You will have the guidance and support of your project supervisor right from the start. Throughout your stay, you will have access to an online database filled with worksheets, classroom activities and educational games you can implement in class. The local Projects Abroad staff will also run regular teaching workshops where you can share ideas and get inspiration from others.

A Day in the Life

Each morning, you’ll wake up in your shared volunteer apartment and enjoy a Cambodian breakfast of egg fried rice, banana pancakes and fresh fruit. Don’t forget your shoes in the doorway before you hop into the tuk-tuk waiting for you outside.

You’ll start teaching at 9 am and end around 4 or 5 pm, Monday to Friday. The moment the children see you, you’ll hear a chorus of “teacher, teacher” and be pulled towards the classroom. Depending on your placement, you might teach basic English lessons or organise music, art or sports classes. To avoid the midday heat, you’ll head back to the apartment at 11 am. You’ll enjoy a stir-fry lunch and plan your lessons before heading back to the school at 3 pm.

At the end of the day, you can head back to the apartment with the other volunteers or grab a tuk-tuk to the riverside promenade. Over the weekends, you can spend time learning about Cambodian history at the S21 Museum, the Killing Fields or the Royal Palace. One weekend trip you cannot miss is the Angkor Wat temples in Siem Reap.

Aims & Impact

The aim of this project is to provide disadvantaged children with educational support and teach English.

Education in Cambodia remains weak. This is due to poverty in rural areas, not enough schools, and a lack of teachers. Dropout rates are high, particularly for lower secondary school. Many families cannot afford the costs related to schooling.

By teaching in Cambodia, you will work directly with children and give them the skills and education to succeed at school and in life. To ensure the work we do positively benefits the community, we have set out four goals for us to work towards:

Improve English levels
Improve teaching techniques
Encourage learning through creativity
Increase literacy

Each activity that you prepare for the children should have at least one of these goals in mind. Help us work towards these goals by signing up for the Teaching Project in Cambodia.

Activities

You’ll work with the children at kindergartens and primary schools. You’ll be involved in the following activities:

Improve the English levels of the students through fun and interactive lessons
Assist with extracurricular activities such as sports, music and arts classes
Prepare exciting lessons for the next day to ensure each activity has a clear goal

Your work will focus on the following areas:

English lessons

The English language has fast become one of the most spoken languages worldwide. Since it is used widely across business and media channels, it is important for Cambodians to learn English from a young age. Their fluency in the language will provide them with better employment opportunities as they get older. As a volunteer teaching English in Cambodia, you’ll play an important part at your placement. Depending on their current skill level, you’ll teach them basic English words such as colours, numbers, and ABCs. You can play role-play games that encourage the children to talk in English and improve their confidence.

Creative classes

You can also take your lessons outside of the classroom when organising activities for the children. Get their bodies moving during a sports class. You can work on their locomotor skills such as balance, throwing, kicking, running, skipping, jumping and more. Off the sports field, many of the children may be more creatively inclined. Some children enjoy the soft tunes from musical instruments or the vibrant colours and crafts they can make during art class.

Lesson preparation

You’ll need to spend time each day to ensure you are prepared for the next day of lessons. For example, you can spend an hour or so thinking of new ways to captivate your students during class. This kind of thorough planning will make teaching easier and give you more confidence.

Map & Location

Uncover the magic of Cambodia, a Southeast Asian gem with ancient wonders and modern marvels. Here, the legendary Angkor Wat stands as a testament to the Khmer Empire’s power, but it’s more than just temples. Beautiful beaches, stunning skyscrapers, and roaring rivers can be found everywhere you look.

It’s a country on the rise, with tourism and agriculture driving its economy. Though marked by a complex past, Cambodia is developing as a tourist destination and offers an unforgettable experience.

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, lies where the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers meet. This busy city blends French colonial architecture with ornate Buddhist temples and is home to 2.5 million people. It has a tropical wet and dry climate, meaning it can be hot all year.

Filled with artisan markets, excellent Khmer cuisine, and historic landmarks, Phnom Penh has something for everyone. It is also well connected, offering easy access to the countryside and the wonders of Angkor Wat.

Food & Accommodation

You’ll have everything you need to enjoy an incredible experience in Cambodia, including a clean bed, three meals a day, and fresh drinking water. We’ll also organise your transport (usually a traditional Tuk Tuk!) to and from your placement every day.

You’ll stay in clean, comfortable, and convenient shared apartments in the heart of Phnom Penh. You will have basic Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and large communal areas, giving you the chance to build bonds with other Projects Abroad participants.

Immerse yourself in the local culture, pick up basic Khmer phrases, and enjoy traditional dishes prepared for you by our cook. Explore the fascinating city with new friends, seeing sights like the Royal Palace and the Killing Fields, or organise a weekend trip to Angkor Wat in your free time.

Meet your team

Free Time and Leisure

Explore Cambodia and you will be amazed by the juxtaposition of vibrant cities, achingly beautiful scenery, and famous historical landmarks. This country has a lot to offer during your free time.

The world-famous gathering of temples near Siem Reap is a must for all visitors, especially the magnificent Angkor Wat. Climbing over huge tree roots to temple doorways shrouded by vines is guaranteed to bring out your inner Indiana Jones!

However, Cambodia offers far more than ancient temples. You can go trekking in the jungles or try snorkelling and dolphin-spotting in the seas surrounding Sihanoukville. For a more relaxed afternoon, you can spend time on one of the beautiful beaches.

What’s more, with a network of international volunteers in Cambodia with you, you can decide if you want to spend your free time exploring independently or in a group.

Your Arrival Made Easy

When you arrive at your respective airport, a member of Projects Abroad staff will be there to meet you. You can find more detailed information on arrival airports, orientation, and visas on our Cambodia Arrival Procedures page.